January 2012 - Juniata River Valley

Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
Place to visit for January…. Himalayan Salt Cave at Simply Health & Curves Wellness Center
Owners: Marge Delozier
Delozier--Noss & Nikki Santangelo
Who says our area isn’t “cutting edge” in the field of Natural Health & Preventative Health Care! We now
have access to one of only two therapeutic salt caves in the entire state of Pennsylvania! The cave is known to have
many healing properties. It is reported that this drug-free and completely natural therapy saturates the air with negative ions and minerals to replace those that are missing in the body. Simply by
breathing in these elements, the body becomes balanced and begins to heal itself. This therapy is called Halo therapy, better known as salt therapy (halos in
Greek means salt). The project was no small undertaking and took over a
month to complete. More than seven tons of Himalayan salt was imported and
then glued to the inside of the cave. It is designed to feel as though you are actually inside a salt mine.
The experience begins by the guests removing their shoes and then
placing disposable slippers on their feet . You then actually walk across the salt
floor, through the dimly lit room and situate yourself comfortably on one of the
reclining lounge chairs that line the walls of the cave. The temperature in the
cave is a constant 70 degrees, so blankets
are offered. Once inside the cave, you are
Salt Cave Hours:
Mon. through Fri. 11am – 7pm instructed to take several deep breaths to
allow the healing qualities of the cave to
Saturday from 9am – Noon
begin. The lights are then lowered and reYoga Salt Cave Classes:
laxing music begins to play. The session
Monday & Wed. at 9:15 am lasts for 45 minutes and provides an atmosTuesday & Thursday at 6pm phere conducive to complete and utter rewww.curvesmifflincounty.com laxation. It is best to call and reserve your
www.simplyhealth-calm.com time for all sessions as seating is limited.
(717)248-2000
ENROLL NOW FOR 2012-2013
Sacred Heart of Jesus School in Lewistown is now accepting
registrations for the 2012-13 school year for Grades K - 5.
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Ask about financial aid.
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LUNCH AND BREAKFAST
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Call (717) 242-7464
for more details or visit:
www.lewistownhospital.org/pinkzone
Proceeds benefits the Penn State Lady Lions WBCA Pink Zone
501(c)3 non-profit organization. The Breast Care Center at
Lewistown Hospital is one of six beneficiaries.
400 Highland Avenue
Lewistown, PA 17044
717.248.5411
Mifflin County
Meltdown
The
third annual healthy living
tune-up known as the Mifflin
County Meltdown is planned
and just a few weeks away.
Mark your calendars, the first
evening is February 21st and features a celebrity speaker.
Abby Rike, 2009 “Biggest Loser” winner, will be delivering a motivational and inspirational presentation at 6:00 P.M. at the
brand new Mifflin County High School
auditorium. Abby survived a tragic
automobile accident that claimed the
lives of her husband and their two small
children. She turned to binge eating,
causing a huge weight gain. Encouraged by friends, she reached out to the
Biggest Loser reality television program and found not only the help she
needed but a new career in motivational
speaking.
The appearance is being partially underwritten by the generosity of
several local entities including Lewistown Hospital, Geisinger, Corvette America, Juniata Valley YMCA, Mifflin County Savings
Bank, Kish Bank, Wal-Mart, The Ink Garage, First National Bank
of Mifflintown, Muddy Run Construction, G.E. Inspection Technologies, Standard Steel, Curves, Lewistown Sentinel, WCHX,
WMRF and the Mifflin County School District.
The donations make it possible for us to offer tickets at the
much reduced price of $5.00 each for Ms. Rike’s appearance. She
is the author of a book charting her journey and they will be available at the presentation at a reduced price. She will be available at
the conclusion of the evening to autograph them.
Tickets are available at the Chamber of Commerce in the
historic courthouse, Goin' Postal at the Kish Center, Curves in Burnham, TAZ Fitness in Burnham and Corvette America in Reedsville.
The remaining five weekly events are free to the public and
will feature a wide variety of healthy living presentations and demonstrations. The schedule of speakers and further information will
be posted regularly on the Mifflin County Meltdown Facebook
page. Plans are being made to publish the registration forms there
as well.
Tuesdays: February 21st through March 27th, 2012, at 6:00
P.M. at the Mifflin County High School. Come prepared to
lose weight, lower your blood pressure and cholesterol and be
encouraged to exercise.
January 19 @ 7pm - Poet Laureate
Linda Miller, Ernest Hemingway in
Belleville Sale & Livestock Auction Letters, Literature and Life.
Wednesdays – All year (unless a
Presented By: Dr. Linda Miller,
holiday) in Belleville, PA. 7am-3pm. Professor of English at Penn State
Amish & Mennonite baked goods,
Abington and new Penn State
produce, quilts, antiques, livestock, Laureate for 2011-2012. Dr. Miller
& wares. Large flea market & food
will be travelling throughout
vendors. 717.935.2146
Pennsylvania talking about her area
of expertise, America’s Lost
Dairyland Flea Market - March thru
Generation of the 1920’s. Held at
December on Wednesdays (weather the Penn State Learning Center and
permitting.) Beside the Dairyland
Extension Office in Lewistown, PA.
Complex in Reedsville, PA.
RSVP to: 717-248-9618
RECURRING EVENTS
January 2012
February 2012
January 6—Mifflin County Soccer Saturday, February 11 - (Snow Date
Club open sign-ups for the 2012
Saturday, February 18, 2012) Out
Spring Travel Soccer Season from
of Hibernation for Our 6th Annual
6:30pm-8pm at the Quality Inn in
Batfest @ Lincoln Caverns 10AM–
Burnham. This will be the only open
3PM. Warm up in 52° cavern
sign up session for the spring
comfort. Observe our favorite furry
season.
friends. Workshops for All Ages.
PLUS a visit from Robyn Graboski,
Jan 11- 6-9PM—Homemade Pasta.
wildlife rehabilitator, and her big
Cooking Classes at Lily Manor.
browns, Betsy & Buffy. Games,
Winter doldrums? Let’s make pasta!
Crafts, Fun & Pizza Lunch too!
We’ll show you how to create your Special pricing on a great selection
own signature pastas. Stock your
of Bat Gifts. Pre-registration/prefreezer in the winter, enjoy all year
payment required.
long.$25 per person. (717)4365888 or www.lilymanor.com
Feb 11—Valentines Dinner @ Lily
Manor. Join us for the most
January 14 - Mifflin Juniata Relay romantic holiday of the year. Enjoy a
for Life Kickoff Dinner and DJ at the four course meal, appetizer, salad,
Moose. Doors open at 6pm, Meal at main and fabulous dessert. $50 per
6:30pm. Adults $10—Children $6
person plus tax and gratuity.
(10 & Under) Children 3 & Under
Seating's start at 6PM, for
Free. Kim 717.994.1933 Basket
reservations call (717) 436-5888 or
Auction! Tickets are available at
make your reservation online.
Stone Arch Real Estate or ACS
office at Dan Bennett State Farm
June 2012
Insurance Agency.
KIDS CAVE KAMP June 2012.
Energy Efficiency Incentives and
A unique & exciting educational day
Technical Education Presentations
camp!
with First Energy
With adventure caving for grades 3+
Join us for a new FREE webinar
Entering Grades 6, 7, 8, 9: June 13
series every other Wednesday from
– 16, 9 - 12 Each Day, All Day
noon to 1pm. Eastern, starting
Friday
January 18. Information and to
Entering Grades 3, 4, 5, 6: June 18
register call Diana Pangestu
- 21, 9 – 12 Each Day
at 212-946-2850.
Entering Grades 1. 2. 3 : June 25 Visit www.energysavePA.com or
28, 9 – 12 Each Day
email [email protected]
Creative activities, crafts, learning,
fun and friendship! Learn about
caves, bats, rocks, and fossils.
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Spotlight
THE OFFICIAL SPONSOR OF BIRTHDAYS
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venting cancer or detecting it early; helping people get well by being there for them during and after a cancer diagnosis; by finding cures through investment in groundbreaking discovery; and by fighting back by
rallying lawmakers to pass laws to defeat cancer and by rallying communities worldwide to join the fight.
The American Cancer Society is currently preparing to kick of the 39th Annual American Cancer Society Daffodil Days
campaign in Mifflin/Juniata Counties. The fundraiser, which historically coincides with the coming of spring, is expected to
raise $22,350 locally and more than four million dollars in the state of Pennsylvania.
The daffodil is the first flower of spring, and is the perennial American Cancer Society symbol of hope for cancer patients throughout the community. The dollars raised through Daffodil Days enable the American Cancer Society to save more
lives and create more birthdays by helping people stay well, helping people get well, by finding cures
and by fighting back.
Receive a bunch of flowers for a donation of $10, box of 500 for $500, or a half box of 250 for
$250. This year also marks the addition of Shar N. Hope, the eighth in a special Boyd's™ Bear collection designed exclusively for the American Cancer Society Daffodil Days Bear and a Bunch™ that can
be ordered for a donation of $25. A Vase and a Bunch offering is available for $15. You can also
help give comfort to a child in need in your community by delivering an anonymous Boyd's Bear
to them with a donation of $25 to Project Care. In addition, Gift of Hope offers a chance to deliver
an anonymous bunch of daffodils and cancer information to a local cancer patient with a donation of $25
or more.
The Mifflin-Juniata Daffodil Days campaign will kick off on Friday, January 27th with lunch at
the Burnham OIP. During the kick off, they will celebrate their past successes; learn more about Daffodil
Days and how it impacts Mifflin and Juniata counties. If you are interested in learning more about Daffodil
Days or getting involved, please join them. Call 1-888-227-5445 Option 3 or email [email protected] to RSVP
by Wednesday, January 18th.
Toomey Aide Visits Mifflin County
Republican Pat Toomey has served one year as a member of the
United States Senate following three terms in the U.S. House or Representatives. The 50 year old attorney replaced
Pennsylvania’s longest serving U.S. Senator, Arlen Specter. Pat serves PA. alongside democrat, Bob Casey. Pennsylvania has five senatorial districts with a Toomey office in each area. Both Mifflin and Juniata Counties are served
by the Harrisburg office which serves 18 central Pa. counties. The District Director is Joe Sterns. Mr. Bob
DeSoussa, is the Director in charge of all of the Toomey offices in the state and reports directly to Senator Toomey.
In an effort to reach out to the citizens of the entire state, both DeSoussa and Sterns have spent time in our Juniata River Valley during 2011.
Bob DeSoussa visited this past summer, meeting over lunch with community leaders, followed by tours of both Asher’s Factory and G.E.
Joe Sterns spent an entire day in our county on December 20th, sharing federal government updates and fielding questions and learning about local issues. Following a breakfast at the historical courthouse with leaders from both Mifflin and Juniata Counties, both Republicans
and Democrats; Mr. Sterns toured Asher Chocolates factory. Kay Hamilton hosted a luncheon at the Lewistown Hospital with Sterns, Rob
Postal, Rhonda Walters and Jim Tunall, along with the hospitals upper management staff. A tour of the state of the art Cancer Treatment Center followed. A visit to Trinity Plastics concluded the day. A connection has now been established with Senator Toomey’s staff and Mifflin and
Juniata Counties. Next up will be a shout out to Bob Casey’s staff and an invitation to, ―Discover our Good Nature‖.
The 15th annual Festival of Ice was
the perfect way to kick off the holiday season
in the Juniata River Valley. There was no
better place to be than on Market Street in
downtown Lewistown during the Festival.
The streets were buzzing with vendors, attendees, oldfashioned carriage rides, delicious food, holiday tunes,
festive cookies and of course... hot chocolate!
This transformation into holiday magic would not be
possible without the First Night State College Ice Sculptors, led by Ernie DiMartino, of DiMartino Ice. These
talented ice carvers always astonish you with their ability
to carve and create the most magnificent ice creations
right before your eyes.
Thank you to our Glacier Giant Corporate Sponsors;
Juniata Valley Bank, Geisinger, and Lewistown Hospital for making this possible. New this year were two-blocks ice
sculptures sponsored by Juniata Junction,
Wal-Mart, AT & T Nittany Mall, and Drayer
Physical Therapy Institute. What a great
addition to the Festival! We had 35 beautiful
one-block Ice sculptures this year sponsored
by area businesses and organizations.
There is always something for all
ages at the Festival of Ice. From children’s
activities to the live music held in the Historic Courthouse Courtroom there was so
much to see and do. Thank you to all of you
who help make the Festival of Ice come alive
each year, including those of you that attend.
It truly makes OUR area “sparkle” during
this wonderful time!
Mark your calendar for next year…
16th Annual Festival of Ice
November 29th & 30th, 2012
Glacier Giant Sponsors:
Juniata Valley Bank
Geisinger Medical GroupLewistown
Lewistown Hospital
Two Block Sponsors:
Juniata Junction
Wal-Mart #1607
AT & T Nittany Mall
Drayer Physical Therapy Institute
One Block Sponsors:
Arbogast Crafts n Such
Big Valley Area Business Association
Boyer & Ritter
Brookmere Winery & Vineyard Inn
Capperella Furniture
Corvette America
Creekside Hearth & Patio, LLC
Downtown OIP & Grille
First National Bank
Glick's Shoe Fly
Goin' Postal
Home Nursing Agency
J.P. Edward's Grill and Bar
Kishacoquillas Valley National Bank
McCusker, M. Colleen Optometry
& Subway
McDonald's – Barrett Enterprises
Mifflin County Housing Authority
MCIDC
Mifflin County Savings Bank
Northwest Consumer Discount Co.
Northwest Savings Bank
Penn State Learning Center - Lewistown
Quality Inn & Suites
Remington Ryde Bluegrass Festival
Rich Coast Coffee & Tea
Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish / School
Seven Mountains Medical Center
Sheetz, Inc. Store #158, Lewistown
South Hills School of Business & Tech
The Sentinel - Lewistown
The Wireless Center, Inc.
Trolley Car Cafe
Westside Gallery
Wilson's Gifts and Jewelry
WMRF
Friends of the Penguin:
Gus's Pizza, Inc.
Standard Steel
Central Pennsylvania
Festival of the
Arts
PO Box 1023
State College PA
16804
Rick Bryant
(814)237-3682 Phone
(814)237-0708 Fax
www.arts-festival.com
[email protected]
Granny Goose Quilts
148 Snyder Lane
Lewistown PA 17044
(717)248-7600
Teddie Snyder
www.grannygoosequilts.com
[email protected]
EADS Group
147 East Market
Street
Lewistown PA 17044
Janet Helsel
(717)248-0265
www.eadsgroup.com
[email protected]
Wednesday, February 1st
8:30-10:00 am
Historic Courthouse
Conference Room
Cost: $5 (includes continental
breakfast)
Breakfast Workshop presented by Mr. Alan Erdley of Flashpoint, a
dynamic team of experienced information technology and engineering
professionals with more than 10 years of industry experience.
To register email, fax, or phone in your reservation by Monday,
January 30 to [email protected] or 717.248.6713
Young Adults Learn About Business
Have you ever wondered
how our young people learn about the world of business? You might be inclined to think
that kind of education would be happening in our elementary or secondary schools. Alas,
Pennsylvania does not require even a basic course in economics as a prerequisite to high
school graduation, nor does it even test our students on their knowledge about economics
before they enter the workforce.
Thirty-three years ago the business community of Pennsylvania decided to take
the matter in their own hands to address this gap in education. In 1979 a marvelously innovative program was born to teach our young people (juniors and seniors in high school)
about those issues that face business people every day. Pennsylvania Free Enterprise
Week (PFEW), internationally-acclaimed for its excellence, now annually graduates ap- Student ―company‖ members take a short
proximately 1,500 students with a vastly improved understanding about free market ecobreak from their PFEW projects
nomics and how economic opportunity is so integrally tied to personal freedom.
Each summer, PFEW holds four, one-week individual sessions in July and August. The focus of the week is to group
the participants (strangers at first) into “management teams” of senior executives who have inherited imaginary “companies.”
These teams, under the guiding hands of “executives-on-loan,” called Company Advisors, operate their firms for a computersimulated three-year period of time. To add a sense of reality, they are competing against two other student “companies”
manufacturing and distributing the same product. These fledgling corporate executives are faced with decisions that any reallife business person confronts daily. They work with balance sheets, statements of income, market share surveys, etc., etc., and
must also react to a variety of external factors.
PFEW is designed to give every participant, in broad brush strokes, an idea of what is germane and pertinent to the
business world of today. Each day’s activities include four to five presentations from world-class business people from a list
that reads like who’s who in Pennsylvania. The students hear about: Business and Finance, the Role and Relationship of Business and Government, Taxation, Business Ethics, Labor Relations, and much, much more. Does it work? Said Justin Foster of
Grove City Area High School, “PFEW has a near perfect balance between its serious aspects and its entertainment, and, when
you combine that with the incredible people involved in the program, both students and volunteers alike, you have an invaluable experience that will last and guide many of us throughout our lives and careers.”
The Chamber is proud to support PFEW to give our local students an eye-opening experience like Justin described.
We encourage our local companies and civic organizations to provide sponsorships for our students and, if possible, volunteers for the sessions. (PFEW is completely a product of the private sector.) Every student attends PFEW on a fully taxdeductible $525 scholarship (the actual value of the scholarship exceeds $1,500) which is provided by a local firm. Each graduate corresponds with his or her sponsor following graduation to report on the program and what they learned.
If you would like to learn more about this award-winning program and how you can help, you can visit their website
at www.pfew.org or contact John Trombetta, President of the Foundation for Free Enterprise Education at (814) 833-9576
ext. 1 or e-mail him at [email protected]. PFEW is open to all current sophomores and juniors in Pennsylvania and information
on attendance, as well as program applications, can also be found on the website. Questions can be directed to Ms. Michelle
Warofka, Manager of Schools for PFEW by calling her office at (814) 833-9576 ext. 3 or emailing her at [email protected].
Exciting News - Buttonwood Campground
Juniata County’s Buttonwood Campground, a 260 site RV
park located along the Juniata River in Mexico, was named “Large
Park of the Year” at the National Association of RV Parks & Campgrounds (ARVC) convention on December 02, 2011, in Savannah, Georgia. The Park of the Year designation is the most prestigious award
given in the camping industry. It is a highly competitive national award given by the ARVC to an RV park or campground
that provides outstanding customer service, amenities, education, leadership and dedication to the camping way of life.
Buttonwood Campground is the premier weekend and vacation resort in Central Pennsylvania. The McFarland
Family offers canoe and kayak trips on the adjacent Juniata River, miniature golf in a beautifully landscaped setting, campsites for any sized camper or tent, a multitude of organized activities and many additional amenities, including an amazing
resort pool. All this adds up to an exciting and relaxing vacation adventure.
Buttonwood was also awarded an “A” grade based upon customer satisfaction ratings compiled by the National Association of RV parks. Over 30,000 camping and RV enthusiasts completed on-line reviews based upon their experiences at
3,000 parks. Less than 2% of the rated parks received the “A” grade. 2011 marks year four that Buttonwood has achieved
this outstanding level of customer satisfaction. Check out the Buttonwood website for full information on campsites, park
maps, plus a virtual tour of the park. www.buttonwoodcamp.com
Our congratulations to Dennis, Nancy, Ryan & Michael McFarland, a family that truly understands
the features and benefits of marketing camping to the tourism industry. The Juniata River Valley is honored
to have you as a member of our business community.
Over 150 members
met at the Seven Mountains Wine Cellars on Tuesday, December
th
13 to Eat, Drink & Be Merry at the this year’s Holiday Business After Hours
Event! Hosts Mary Ann and Scott Bubb and their staff did an amazing job of
creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for meeting and greeting at this
yuletide celebration!
Every square inch of their beautiful lodge style winery was filled with
conversation, laughter, music, great food and of course award winning wines!
Guided Winery Tours were given throughout the evening offering guests a behind-the-scenes look at wine making. Many attendees went home with unique
gifts they had purchased for those on their holiday gift giving lists and several
lucky guests even walked away with door prizes. What a great way to wrap up
our year of Business After Hours! Kudos to Seven Mountains Wine Cellars!
October: The Ink Garage
January 25th: Arbogast
November: Brookmere
Video & Crafts
Winery & Vineyard Inn
February 27th: TAZ
December: Holiday
Fitness
Gathering hosted by…Talk
March: Business 2
of the Valley
Business
April: Central PA Dock &
Door
January: Brandon
May: After Hours EXPO
Aumiller & Associates
June: Hartman Center
February: Sacred Heart of
July: GME
Jesus Parish
Communication, Drayer
March: Stone Arch Real
Physical Therapy & Penn
Estate
State Learning Center at April: First National Bank
the Regional Business
of Mifflintown at the
Center
Lewistown Office
August 22nd: Lewistown
May: Business After
Hospital
Hours Expo
September: Home Nursing
June-Brookline
Agency
July-Capperella
The United Way of MifflinJuniata has set an ambitious goal of
$600,000 goal for the 2012 Campaign.
The Board of Directors see the compelling health and human service needs
we have in Mifflin and Juniata counties. The United Way links the
community with resources that are available. ―We know who to call,
what to do if someone’s at their wits end, we know where to send
them. You know many people who are struggling – and maybe you
are, too – but now more than ever the United Way of Mifflin-Juniata
needs support,‖ said Marie Mulvihill, Executive Director of the United
Way.
The needs in the community are great with continued unemployment and decreases in federal and state funding. The United
Way Board of Directors sees it as their responsibility to adequately
fund those organizations that attempt to meet local needs. This
year's drive will help fund 17 partner agencies and support three major initiatives.
Partner agencies include both Mifflin and Juniata County
libraries, Fayette Area Lions Den, YMCA, Lumina Center, Delauter
Youth Center, Boy Scouts, Mifflin County Playground Association,
Crossroads Pregnancy Center, Big Brothers Big Sisters, MJ Special
Needs Center, NuVisions, MidPenn Legal Services, Coalition of
HOPES, American Red Cross, MJ Dental Clinic, and the Abuse Network. Through these partner agencies thousands of people are
served in many different ways.
Summer Feeding Program: Children
who count on the Free/Reduced lunch
programs during the school year may
not get the nutritional food they need
during the summer. United Way is the
Summer Food Sponsor and partners
with local agencies offering summer
programs to children to feed those
children. In Juniata county 38% of the student population participates with a single elementary school having 56% of their student
body participating. In Mifflin county 46% of the student population
participates with a single elementary school having 77% of the student body participating. During the summer of 2001 there were 445
children who participated in the program. 19,508 meals were served
during the summer of 2011. Total cost of the program was
$17,915.25. State reimbursements totaled $13,538.87 and Agency
reimbursements totaled $3,527.14. United Way portion totaled
$849.24.
Money In Your Pocket Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program:
The Money In Your Pocket VITA Campaign is gearing up for its fourth
year. The VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program is run in
partnership with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), where volunteers help community members who cannot afford professional tax
assistance. 221 returns were completed by 7 volunteers (245 volunteer hours) with $226,168 being brought back into the community.
Day of Caring: Takes place the third Wednesday of September as
the United Way Annual Campaign Kick-Off. This year there were
366 volunteers at 32 sites. Estimated value of the day = $62,500.
We thank the volunteers and employers who supported the fourteenth annual Day of Caring. We are grateful for the companies who
In addition to the programs offered by these partner agencies the
shared their most valuable asset, their employees. Non-profits could
United Way is responsible for:
not succeed without the support of volunteers of all ages, walks of life
Success By 6 initiative: The early childhood initiative is a coalition of and skills.
the public working together to ensure that the children living in Mifflin
"To our credit, Mifflin and Juniata counties, are caring comand Juniata county's enter school healthy, well-cared for and ready to munities. When made aware of needs, people here meet them," said
succeed in school and in life. It operates on the premise that when Mulvihill. ―We thank everyone who has already given and we want to
families and caregivers provide early childhood development, chil- encourage those that haven’t given to consider supporting the United
dren enter school ready to succeed. When children are "ready" they Way. We are asking everyone to LIVE UNITED and consider an
are more likely to read at grade level by 3rd grade, these children are additional gift to this year’s campaign if possible,‖ concluded Mulvihill.
more likely to graduate from high school, these children are more The campaign officially closes on March 15, 2012. Donations can be
likely to go on to higher education and/or enter the job market as tax made to the United Way of Mifflin-Juniata, 13 East Third Street, Lewpaying citizens...contributing to the economic and social vibrancy of istown, PA, 17044. Phone: (717) 248-9636. or online at
our community.
www.mjunitedway.org
Experience...
“Works for me”
Dispels Myths
about Hiring
People with
Disabilities
It was a mild December evening for The Great
Chip Drop, the family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration in downtown Lewistown. Sam Price and his
staff at Community Partnerships RC & D had a full
slate of activities for attendees to enjoy. There were
two showings of Comedy in Motion, “A Cheap Evening
of Expensive Theatre” held at St. John’s Lutheran
Church. It was a world class performance of physical and verbal comedy by Dan Kamin. The square
was rockin’ with music provided by Mike Tate with GMan Entertainment & “Lil G”; while R.B. Powell & Nittany Mountain Trail Rides presented Acoustic Music
in the Historic Courthouse. The beautifully decorated
McCoy House Museum was also open for visitors and
attendees were afforded the opportunity to glimpse
into the Juniata River Valley’s past.
The clip clop
of horses hooves could be
heard on the downtown
streets as Dayze Gone Bye
Carriage Rides carried visitors on Conestoga Wagon
Rides.
As the final minutes of 2011 wound to close
a community prayer was
offered by the Lewistown
Ministerium and Borough
of Lewistown Mayor Debbie
Bargo led the final countdown as the gigantic Hartley’s chip bag was lowered
and fireworks exploded overhead. We wish to thank
you Community Partnerships RC & D for providing
the area with this great way to celebrate the beginning of a new year with family and friends in a safe
environment.
Did you know?
There are many myths associated with hiring
people with disabilities. Many times these myths lead to
employers hesitating when considering hiring a person
with a disability. Getting the facts can alleviate concerns and achieve successful employment experiences.
Here are just a few FACTS:
• Most workers with disabilities require no special accommodations.
• Of those who do require accommodations, 56% of accommodations cost $600 or less. Many cost nothing.
• Workers compensation rates are based solely on the
hazards of the job and company’s accident
experience, not on whether workers have disabilities.
• Job performance studies show that people with and
without disabilities rate equally.
• People with disabilities represent a large source of
qualified workers as 49.7 million people have
some level of disability.
• Resources are available to PA employers
at little or no cost!
The fact is that many myths regarding
hiring people with disabilities are
just that—myths. For more information, visit WorksForMe-PA.org
or call the Works for me hotline
at 1-877-268-9894.
Works for me was produced
with funds from the CMS
Medicaid Infrastructure
Grant and can make hiring a
person with a disability work
for you!
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