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Upper Bucks Free Press June 2013

Strawberry Festival 4:30pm-8:30pm at First UCC, 4th & Park Ave, Quakertown, silent auction, games, Quakertown Band, & lots of food!

Whats Going On
ey donations collected by St. Michaels from decorated float along 125th Anniv. Sellersville Firemen Parade route. No Bullying 5-Mile Run & 1-Mile Fun Run at Doylestown Twp Central Park. Register by June 9 at active.com/running/ Doylestown-pa/nova-no-bullying-5-milerace-1-mile-fun-n-run-2013 June 16 Happy Fathers Day! Fathers Day Breakfast (all-u-can-eat) 8am-1pm at Richland Twp Fire & Rescue, 64 Shelly Rd, Quakertown, $7/adult, $6/ senior, $3/kids 6-10, rtfr.org or 215-5367226 11th Annual Silver Creek Fathers Day Car Show 9am-3pm (open 8am, no pets/ bicycles), entertainment, food, 50/50,

Strawberry Bash/Car Show/Flea Mkt 8am-2pm at Zion Mennonite, Front St & Cherry Ln, Soudertown, 215-723-3592 June 10 Spring Blood Drive 3:30pm-7pm Miller Keystone Bloodmobile at Emmanuel Church, 560 S Main & 9th Sts, Quakertown. Call Rick Alexander 215-257-0803 for appointment time Hoagie Sale at Trumbauersville Fire Co, (adv. orders due prev. Wed), $4.75-$5, regular, ham, turkey, roast beef, order/ June 1 Flea Mkt/Craft Show 8am-1pm at Dublin Fire Co, Rte 313. Info: 215-249-3089 (r/d June 8) June 1 & 2 Public House of the 1820s by Hancock Soc. of Montgomery Co, (Sat 9-5) (Sun 10-4), talk w/local people of the day, etc. Hartzel-Strassburger Homestead, 407 Keystone Dr & Bethlehem Pk, Sellersville, 267-614-9174 June 2 2nd Annual Summer Diesel Day at Full Throttle (truck/motorcycle shop) 9am4pm, 8041 Easton Rd, Ottsville. Vendors, food, raffles & more, (for wounded vets), r/d June 9, questions? 484-614-5567 June 7, 14, 21, & 28 Outdoor Movies (dusk) at Christs Lutheran, One Luther Ln, Trumbauersville. Bring blanket/chair, free popcorn, buy snacks. (6/7 Brave) (6/14 Big Miracle) (6/21 Everyones Hero) (6/28 Here Comes the Boom), 215-536-3193 June 8 Beef & Beer benefits Upper Black Eddy Fire Co, 6pm-10pm at Bridgeton A.A., music by 519 South. Tkts/$20 ($25 at door), tickets & info at 610-972-7272 Yard Sale/Flea Mkt 8am-1pm at St. Isidores parking lot, 2645 W Pumping Station Rd, Quakertown, details for tables/spaces at 215-620-3553 or landscapecommittee@yahoo.com, (r/d June 15) Trumbauersvilles 15th Annual Community Day, 1st Annual 5K & 1-Mile Family Walk/Run begin at 10am. (Details/regis: Keith 267-640-1193) Community Day begins at 4pm in Veterans Park with lots of food, activities, displays, demonstrations, and ends w/fireworks display at 9pm. 11th Annual Memorial Walk/Butterfly Release (r/d June 9), regis. ck-in 1pm, bring chair/blanket to sit on, bagpiper will lead walk at 2pm. Lenape Park Pavillion in Perkasie. Questions? 215-536-0173 Chicken BBQ 11am-4pm at Springtown Fire Co, 3010 Rte 212, Springtown

info: Kim 215-536-1998 bucks58fire.com June 14 Flag Day Citizens for Constitution Govt meeting hosts Wm Reil Destruction of Constitutional Republics & How to Rebuild 6:30pm, Latvian Baptist, 1142 Apple Rd, Applebachsville, info: http://ccg-pa.org June 14, 15, & 16 New Clothes for the Empress Comedy at First UCC, 4th & Park, Quakertown, (Fri 7pm) (Sat 2pm & 7pm) (Sun 2pm), ticket info: 215-536-4447

playground, 2943 Rte 212, Springtown, silvercreekathleticassociation.org June 18 Solehi Antiques Fair, 5pm-8:30pm at Faith UCC, Rte 378, Center Valley, info at Solehi Library 610-282-8825 June 21 to 23 Upper Black Eddy Rummage Sale (donations accepted Tues/Thurs 7-9pm starting May 14 at 1716 Firehouse Lane. Contact Elsie for acceptable items at 610-9825405)

June 15 Indian Creek Foundations 22nd Roll & Stroll event. Info: 267-203-1500 Ride for Veterans (American Legion), regis. 9am-noon, activities, food, & entertainment details at Post 242, 610 E Broad St, Quakertown, call 215-538-0747 Pennridge FISH fundraiser: Food & mon-

June 22 Camp 56 (kids 6-13 workshop, regis. before 6/15), Richland Twp Fire & Rescue. Details at rtfr.org or 267-374-0592 Not-So-Secret Gardens Tour sponsored by Solehi Library, 10am-4pm. Six beautiful gardens to view, tkt info 610-282-8825 Perkasie Garden Club Tour 12noon-4pm,

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in Upper Bucks?
call 215-453-8277 for info and tickets. PupPawLooza 12noon-8:30pm at Country Creek Winery, 133 Cressman Dr, Telford, details: lastchanceranch.org June 23 Wine Tasting & Artist Showcase 12noon4pm at Unami Ridge Winery, 2144 |Kumry Rd, Quakertown, artisans, music, cupcake truck, ANGalleries.com June 25 Quakertown Neighborhood Assoc. monthly meeting, 7:30pm in Conference Rm of Off Broad St. Music Studio Annex, 334 W. Broad St. Open to the community! Quakertownna@gmail.com June 28 Picnic Dinner Dance 6pm-10pm at Pennridge Commun. Ctr, 146 E Main St, Perkasie. (reserve by 6/24 at 215-453-7027) June 29 Bucks Co Pro-Life (5K, 1.5m Walk, & 0.5K Kids Fun Run), snacks, prizes, raffle, auction follows. Peace Valley Park, Galena Village, Doylestown. Register: pretzelcitysports.com or Sandy 215-5381390 Youth Group Yard Sale & Car Wash, 8am, First Church of the Brethren, 355 Trumbauersville Rd, Qtwn. Car wash $5.00. Benefits youth group trip to Colorado. June 30 All-U-Can-Eat Breakfast 8am-12noon at Haycock Fire Co, 850 Old Bethlehem Rd, Quakertown, $6/adults, $4/kids 4-7, haycockfire.org or 215-536-2224

Art Gallery Opens in Downtown Quakertown


by xzavier williams

Art is alive and well in Quakertown at Art Nouveau Galleries located at Apple and 2nd Street. Opened on June 1, Art Nouveau Galleries features pictures, drawings, sculptures, and paintings from local artists in and around the Quakertown area along with the rest of Bucks County. Jack Lopez, owner of Art Nouveau, has a passion for art and wanted to learn more about it. My inspiration is my art and Im very impressed with the arts from local artists around Bucks County. Art Nouveau is more of an art center than an art gallery says Lopez. Indeed, local artist and teacher, Meghan Reiff offers lessons for different ages and skill levels. Art noveau is also home to JoAnnes Framing, a full-service custom framing shop. The gallery is also looking to have more art

from local artists around the Upper Bucks and Quakertown area. One young up and coming local artist is Rachel Tizol. She became interested in creating art one year ago and is self taught. Art is a good outlet and it helps in a world that has become uniform. It helps to be unique and stands out, says Tizol. Patrons can also enjoy a cup of coffee and a sandwich at Embers Lounge while enjoying the art. Lopez was pleased at the interest the new art center has generated. I think people are ready for this. Upper Bucks has a strong art presence. He regards Art Noveau as a place that will respond to what the community needs. Im just the navigator, its their (the artists) gallery. Art Noveau is open six days a week, closed on Wednesdays. Visit www.ANgalleries.com for more information.

(leftmost) Art Nouveau Gallerys founder, Jack Lopez. photo by michele buono (left) Sometimes mistaken for Jack is a sculpture called 40 Hours by Ward van Haute. photo by michele buono (above) Art at the Gallery varies from the very abstract to the elegant and functional, like this handmade coffeetable to show off ones whiskey collection. photo by christopher betz

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Ongoing Community Activities and Resources


All Veterans invited to join Forrest Lodge VFW, 2118 Old Bethlehem Pike, Sellersville. Call Frank 215-679-7770 Community Outreach Benefit Fundraisers: (Ecco Domani, 216 E Fairmount St, Coopersburg: 6/19 @ 3-9pm) (Alcamo, 546 Richlandtown Pike, Richlandtown: 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 @ 3-9pm) (Bellas, 639 Main St, Hellertown: 6/11, 6/12, 6/13 @ 12-9pm) Lottery Calendar for June 1-Aug. 31 for Trumbauersville Fire Co, $10/donation, chance to win $20-$100 per day. Info: jason.gerhart@comcast.net, 215-260-5142, or bucks58fire.com, Get yours today! Reflective Address Markers for the mailbox $15, order yours from Trumbauersville Fire Co (highly visible, lasts for years, reflects both sides), call Eric 215-538-1880 or bucks58fire.com Perkasie Carousel Schedule- June 16, July 7(r/d July 14) & 28, Aug 18, Sept 8, Oct 6, Dec 7, perkasiehistory.org ESL (English as a Second Language), Thursdays 4:30pm-6:30pm, free community program at Morningstar Fellowship, 429 South 9th St, Quakertown, contact Diane deblodgett@verizon.net or Alaina awert@qcsd. org 1-267-269-2777 (English/Spanish) PetSmart Adoption Day is 2nd Saturday each month, 11am-3pm, PetSmart, 620 N.West Blvd, Quakertown, 215-538-2843 Meet the Dogs (1st & 3rd Sat. May to Nov. 12noon-3pm) Last Chance Ranch Volunteer Orientation, 1st Saturday each month, 10am11am in front of Horse Barn, 9 Beck Rd, Quakertown, 215-538-2510 lastchanceranch. org Singles Connection for adults meets Thursdays for social evening, 7pm at Silverdale Brethren in Christ Church, 165 W. Main St, Silverdale. 215-723-3415 or email carolonline1@ verizon.net Saturday morning Bird Walks 8am-10am, 215-345-7860 or peacevalleynaturecenter.org Alzheimers Assoc. Support Group, 3:30pm5:00pm, meets 2nd Thursday every month, Phoebe Richland Health Care Ctr, 108 S. Main St, Richlandtown. Free, more info: Social Services 267-371-4517 NOVA (Network Of Victim Assistance) Support Groups, Information, Guidance, NOVA hotline 1-800-675-6900. www.NOVABucks.org Tourette Syndrome Support Group for adults over 21, 7pm-8:30pm, meets 2nd Thursday every month, Doylestown Hospital, contact Susan 215-527-7229 or susangottshall@ gmail.com Gamblers Anonymous meets every Saturday 11am-1pm, St. Lukes Hosp. Education Ctr, Rm 111, Ostrum St, Bethlehem, 215-872-5635 Overeaters Anonymous meets every Thursday 10am-11am, West Swamp Mennonite Church, 2501 Allentown Rd, Quakertown, No dues, free babysitting. www.oa.org or Bob 610-762-3779 Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Sunday at 7pm, Grand View Hosp. info at 215-453-4699 Bedminster Nar-Anon meets Tuesdays 7:30pm, Deep Run West Mennonite, 1008 Deep Run Rd, Perkasie, for family/friends of those struggling w/addiction,bedminster.naranon@yahoo.com A Womans Place (support for domestic abuse/ violence) 24-hour Hotline 1-800-220-8116, www.awomansplace.org Kiwanis meetings 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month, 12:30pm at Dominicks Pizza, Quakertown Quakertown Rotary Club meets (1st & 3rd Tues 7:30am at Johns Plain & Fancy Restaurant) (2nd, 4th, & 5th Tues 6pm at Spinnerstown Hotel)

Bedbug Poisonings
When I was a little tyke, sometimes my mom said things that scared the heck out of me. Maybe my imagination was a little too active, but Id conjure up some horrifying mental images. From what she said, I knew that if I took tomatoes out of old Mr. Lewis garden up on Tohickon Ave. again, he would skin me alive. I knew that if I stood on the edge of the bathtub like that again, I would fall and break my neck. I knew that if I stuck my head out the window too far, it would go home in another car. And, I knew that I should sleep tight but be very vigilant at night, and not let the bedbugs bite. We had ants and silverfish and spiders sometimes, but I dont know if we really had bedbugs or not. We never sprayed the sheets for them or anything. Id look for them before I got into the bed every night anyway. I never found anythingwell, I did find that big spider that one time, but thats a different story (it never helped calm me down when my mom started screaming, too). I did think I felt bedbugs a few times, but when I woke her up and made her come in my room and look, it usually turned out to be cookie crumbs. Bedbugs, from what she told me, are tiny, crawly things that only come out at night while youre sleeping. They suck your blood like little vampires. With that image in mind, I didnt want to take any chances when my bed was itchy. After I grew up (Well, after I got older, anyway. My wife would debate whether Ive actually grown up yet), I didnt hear much about bedbugs until lately. Bedbugs are wingless, reddish-brown insects. They dont suck your blood like a tick or mosquito. They bite people and animals then drink the blood (like a vampire). The bites can itch (like crumbs), and cause welts, but they are not know to spread disease. There is nothing inherently dangerous about bedbugs, said Dr. Susi Vassallo, an emergency medicine doctor at Bellevue Hospital Center in New York City, where they have a bedbug problem. The bedbug infestation has become highly publicized in New York City; so much so, that its had an effect on the hotel business. The city seems to be the epicenter of the recent bedbug comeback in the United States, Dr. Geoff Calvert, an investigator for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, reported. At least twelve other states have been having problems with the pest, too. Bedbugs are tough to get rid of. In a recent national survey of exterminators, they were named as the most difficult pest to eliminate. They can hide for months (biding their time, waiting for they unsuspecting victims, then to crawl out of their dark little holes and drink blood). They only come out at night (in the dark, in the night, while youre sleeping, they come, creeping and crawling in the dark, to drink your blood), and they are very hard to spot with the naked eye. Theresa Braine, a NYC journalist, lived with bedbugs in her apartment for over a year. She now writes a weekly Internet column about them. She said that, though they may not be dangerous, they are creepy and unnerving. They provoke intense fear in the minds of many. Sometimes people get hysterical, (like my mom did over the big spider), she said. The major problem with the bedbug epidemic, according to the CDC is not the insect itself, but the pesticides used to combat it. Over 80 illnesses and one death were found to be related to the insecticides over the past few years. Most cases were in NYC, but seven other states reported illnesses. There was one fatality in North Carolina. In most of the cases, the illness was suffered by do-it-yourselfers who misused products, used the wrong stuff or over did it. The woman who died in North Carolina used 18 cans of chemical fogger. She was so hysterical over her infestation, and so determined to win the battle against the tiny blood suckers that she poisoned herself. Federal health authorities are warning people to be careful with the chemicals they use if they get bedbugs, and suggest they call a professional pest control expert. A recent CDC study of the dangers of bedbug insecticides was the first of its kind. They reviewed reports from California, Florida, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, Texas and Washington. Overall, they found 111 cases of bedbug battling illnesses between 2003 and 2010. Most were in the past couple of years when the comeback began. Half of the poisoning cases were in New York City. Victims suffered headaches, dizziness, breathing problems and nausea and vomiting. Over 80% of the illnesses were classified as mild. I dont know if we have bedbugs. My eyesight isnt what it used to be, and I itch half the time anyway, so how would I know if its bedbugs? We still get ants sometimes, and our dogs brought in fleas, once. That was quite a battle, too. My wife stripped-and-dipped the animals and bug bombed the hell out of the house. The sheets smelled like poison for days. I was sure it made me sick, but I was still drinking back then and she claims thats why I threw up. {My wife just walked through the computer room on the way to bed and said, Good night. I couldnt help myself. I said, Sleep tight. Dont let the bedbugs bite.}

Community Meals
Free Community Dinner third Wed. of month. 5:30pm-6:30pm, Christ Community Bible Church, 1830 N. Ridge Rd, Perkasie, 215-257-7318 Free Community Meals 6pm at Richland Friends Quaker Meeting on second, fourth & fifth Weds. every month. Mill Rd & Main St off Route 309, Qtwn, 215-536-0395 Community Meal-every third Thursday of the month, 5:30pm-6:30pm, First UCC, 4th & Park, Qtwn, 215-536-4447 Free Community Dinner third Mon. of month, 5:30pm-6:30pm, Presbyterian Church of Deep Run, 16 Irish Meetinghouse Rd, Perkasie, 215-249-3689. Call before 3pm w/questions of transportation needs

Support Groups & Medical Resources


Sisters U Monthly Meetings 7pm-9pm the third Thurs every month at Down to Earth Caf, 1141 N 5th St, Perkasie, info: stef@ sistersu.com Brain Injury Family/Spousal/Partner Support Group 6pm-8pm the third Monday every month at First UCC, Church Parlor, 4th & Park Ave, Quakertown, 215-538-3488 or 610-558-1326 Bikers Against Child Abuse of Bucks Countymeets 11am the second Sunday every month at Hilltown German Sportsmens Club, 1622 Hilltown Pike, Hilltown. For info, email: Teaseofbaca@aol.com Caregiver Support Group meetings last Thurs. of every month, Independence Court of Quakertown, 1660 Park Ave, (meal provided). RSVP: 215-541-9030 to attend a meeting. Upper Bucks Clinic, free medical care Mon & Wed 5:30pm-8:30pm to uninsured low-income residents of Upper Bucks Co w/no medical insurance & meet income eligibility guidelines. Info: 215-538-4774 Outreach Care, (supports Quakertown people in need of temp. housing and resources), find out more at 215-804-5869 or qtownoutreachcare@gmail.com

Bingo
Bingo at Richland Twp Fire & Rescue every Tues. doors open 5:30pm, 64 Shelly Rd, Qtwn. 215-536-7226 Bingo at Great Swamp Fish & Game every Sat. night, open 4pm, games 6:30pm, kitchen open. Free coffee, 2650 Schukraft & Camp Rock Hill Rd, Qtwn, 215-536-8820 Bingo at Plumsteadville Fire Co. every Monday, opens 5:30pm, games 6:30pm (refreshments avail.) 5064 Stump Rd, 215-766-8250 Bingo at Sellersville Fire Co. every Thurs. (except July) opens 5:30pm, 2 N. Main St, 215-257-4028 Bingo at Tylersport Fire Co. every Tues. opens 5pm, games 6:40pm, 125 Ridge Rd, 215-257-5900

Long Running Homeschool Fair Offers Encouragement and Fellowship


The 17th the annual SEARCH of PA Homeschool Curriculum Fair and Used Book Sale is coming to Calvary Church in Souderton on Friday, June 14 and Saturday, June 15. SEARCH (SouthEastern ARea Christian Homeschoolers) is all about promoting the advancement of homeschooling. We pursue this advancement through curriculum/encouragement fair events as a means to encourage and equip families in fulfilling the biblical mandate found in Deuteronomy 6: 1-9. Not sure if homeschooling is for you and your family? SEARCH will offer speaker sessions and workshops for those new to homeschooling or not yet homeschooling as well as those who are well entrenched in homeschooling. The Used Book Sale is a major attraction offering families the thrill of the hunt, saving up to 90% off retail price, while earning back monies from their previously used curriculum and readers. Major publishers and local organizations round out the vendor hall offering curriculum, advice and expertise in the how-to of homeschooling. Purchase your books and materials on site or place an order to be delivered. Additionally Entrepreneur Alley will offer the opportunity for young people, ages 12 through 20, to display their new business and sell their wares. Drew Fund scholarships are available to those who would be unable to financially attend the conference and/or provide needed materials for their families. Checks, cash and credit cards will be accepted this year at the Used Book Sale and by most vendors. Food will be available. Registration via Paypal or by mail is now open and is $20 per family for 1 day and $35 per family for 2 days. Please see the website (searchofpa.org) for more information on times, registration, schedule of events, speakers, vendors, used book sale, and more.

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Senior Center Action


Upper Bucks Senior Center 2183 Milford Sq. Pike, Qtwn, 215-5363066 www.upperbuckssac.com Mahjong Fri. 12:30pm $1 Game Day Tue. 12:30pm $1 Line Dancing Tues. & Fri. 10am $3 Yoga Fri. 9am $3/class Pinochle Fri. 12:30pm Bingo Thurs. 12:15pm open to public Bridge Mon. 11:00am

Zumba, mahjong. Contact ctr for times and days. Evenings include: (call for times) Billiards Tue/Wed/Thur. $3/ non-members Tai Chi Tues (8-wk session) Zumba Thur (6-wk session) Country Line Dancing Wed $5 Eastern Upper Bucks Senior Center, 8040 Easton Rd, Ottsville Line Dancing Mon. 10:30am Chair Yoga Tues. 10am Advanced Tai Chi Wed. 10:30am-11:30am Beginner Tai Chi Wed. 11:30am-12noon Weight Loss Group Thurs. 10:30am

Pennridge Community Center 146 E. Main St, Perkasie, 215-453-7027, pennridgecenter.org Day activities include: ceramics, billiards, aerobics, line dancing, card games, arts, chess, Wii bowling, tai chi,

We Love a Parade
As our planning for the Memorial Day Parade and Service continues, it brings back memories of the parades we had here in Quakertown and the surrounding areas of Upper Bucks. The mainstay of the continuing parades is the Memorial Day Parade. I really dont know how many years we (the American Legion) have had a parade; but I do remember going to all the Memorial Day Parades and services with my dad starting when I came back from my service in the Army in 1967. You see, I lost a dear friend over in Vietnam (Steve Harris from Maryland), and I always go to honor him. Since then we have lost Captain Christopher Seifert, who was killed in 2003. Back then they would go to Union Cemetery and shoot over a grave of a Veteran after parading. When they moved the World War I statue from the train station area to its present location, the parade stopped at the monument for the ceremony; then continued onto the Post on East Broad Street. A popular parade that always got attention in Quakertown, Richlandtown, Trumbauersville, Milford Square, and surrounding townships has always been the Firemens Parade! The Firemens Parade was usually held to celebrate the purchase of a new piece of equipment or a dedication of a new firehall. The parade was highlighted one time a year as the County Parade. If your housing was the special event in the county to host a County Parade, the spectators were treated to literally hundreds of different fire trucks of different sizes and years. Some of the older fire trucks were truly pieces of art. Afterwards everyone would meet at the firehouse for liquid refreshment and hot dogs. After speeches by dignitaries and awarding the trophies for best showing of various fire engines and special equipment, the public and firemen would purchase commemorative glasses and eat the doggies while admiring the equipment. Nowadays we hardly ever see such parades as the volunteer fire companies seldom buy new equipment because of the excess cost that involves help from the municipalities. Back in the day, fire companies would raise 100% of their funds through dinners and renting out their halls for wedding receptions etc Today the fire companies still have fundraisers, but because of expenses that occur today have to have help from the towns or townships. Please remember them in their fundraisers including fund drives as they are still volunteers and we depend so much on them for our property protection. Who knows, maybe one of our local companies may soon have a parade for your family to enjoy. Back in 1955, Quakertown had a Centennial Parade that was quite memorable. I remember (as a 12-year-old) the whole celebration that took place back then. They had a contest for the Centennial Queen and my sister was a contestant representing the Quakertown Band. My classmate Karl Viehes sister Abby was chosen as the Queen and was in the parade as were the others in her court. They also had a Brothers of the Brush for the men. The men had to either grow beards or mustaches for a period of time or buy an exemption token. They were judged for best beard and mustache. There certainly were some fancy handlebar mustaches around town! Milford Township also had a parade around the township and a display of artifacts as well as speeches back in 1984 for theie 250th anniversary. That was my first attempt at writing as Dr. Roger Baldwin and I took on the task of writing a history book titled Wandering Through Milford. Another mainstay of parades has been the Halloween Parade. Quakertowns parade, I believe, was first sponsored by the Jaycees and held in the evening. Later for safety reasons and better visibility of the participants, the parade was moved to daylight hours. For many years our parade shared the Haunted Hauler as a participant with other parades. A local trucker, Karl Teller, would go all out for a unique presentation. Mr. Teller has since joined the rank of Hobos and literally travels around the country with a group that prides itself as the last of this unique group. He once was elected as their King for a year. Karl gives talks on Hobos and kindly offers a fantastic Hobo Stew for the Milford Township Historical Society yearly. The Quakertown Lions Club has since taken over for this annual fall event and we urge you to support this important family function. In our current environment of special permits needed for a parade, we dont have nearly the amount of such community functions. Quakertown and the surrounding Upper Bucks area were always very much into parades. I have old postcards and photos of parades from the early 1900s. It seems that back then almost every holiday was celebrated by a parade. I miss the frequency of parades, as they were always special to us as Country Kids.

Pennies for Pennridge Hopes to Raise Big Bucks


Pennridge FISH Organization, Inc. has its new building at 800 W. Chestnut St. in Perkasie, and now we need your help to reach our goal of moving in mortgage-free. To this purpose, we have created the Pennies for Pennridge FISH fundraiser. We are just $45,000 shy of reaching our goal of $300,000, which would make our new facility mortgage-free and enable us to continue to serve more than 2,000 low-income individuals in the Pennridge School District with food, clothing, one-time emergency financial assistance for necessary utilities, Christmas and school supplies, without debt hanging over our heads. No donation is too small! Break open the piggy banks, dump out the change jar, donate your pocket change...it all makes a difference! We are in the final stretch of our building campaign and would like to reach out to the average person who may think that one person cannot make a difference. If each person in the Pennridge School District donated only $1, we would raise the remaining $45,000 for our building fund in no time. So far, the support from the Pennridge community has been overwhelming and we are so close to reaching our goal. This would be a great summer project for youth and scouting groups, or anyone who wants to make a big difference with a small donation for those in need. Contact Pennridge FISH at 267-7617 with any questions concerning this fundraiser. Other fundraising opportunities are listed on our website at pennridgefish.org. Donations may be mailed to Pennridge FISH Organization at PO BOX 9, Perkasie, PA 18944, or dropped off during the following hours at 306 N. 5th St. in Perkasie, Monday and Wednesday 3-5 PM, Thursday 6-8 PM, Friday and Saturday 9-11 AM.

Royal Caribbeans 142,000 ton behemoth, Voyager of the Seas, is the first ship ever to have its own zip code (33132). Hosting up to 3,114 passengers, its approximately 42,000 tons larger than the U.S. Navys largest aircraft carrier, and features a 15,000 square foot fitness center, 9-hole golf course, 200-foot rock-climbing wall, two-story library containing over 3,000 books, and a regulation-size ice skating rink!

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Rocking Retirement
Generations ago, retirement was thought of as a time to take it easy a time of rocking on porch chairs and reminiscing about the good old days. But thats not the case with the current generation of retirees. In fact, many older people today continue to rock on. Just look at some of the superstars touring and performing concerts this year who are old enough to collect Social Security retirement payments. Theyre still rocking, but not in chairs. Bob Dylan is on tour, as he usually is during summer months. Dylan is 71 years old. But with a recent album and new tour dates, youd never know he was of retirement age. Neil Young is touring with Crazy Horse to support their new album. The godfather of grunge is 67 years young. Hes become the Old Man he sang about in his Harvest days. Paul McCartneys current Out There tour may more appropriately be called his Up There tour. The former Beatle is now age 70. Willie Nelson is On the Road Again. The music icon is 79 years old and seems to be on nonstop tours. Aretha Franklin is 71. Carlos Santana is 65. Carly Simon is 67. Mick Jagger and Keith Richards are both 69, as is Joni Mitchell. Leonard Cohen is 78. B.B. King is 87. Theyre all still performing their music. Of course, some of these well-known musicians may not be eligible to receive Social Security benefits. But all of them are of retirement age. So where are their rocking chairs and knitting needles? Its hard to believe, looking at all of these mature stars, that retirement used to be associated with bridge and shuffleboard. Its not just musicians. In fact, many people decide to put off applying for retirement benefits. Even after they do begin collecting benefits, many retirees prefer to keep working or at least moving and shaking. Most people know that you can begin collecting early Social Security benefits at age 62, with a reduction in the monthly amount. The full retirement age is gradually going up from 66 for people born between 1943 and 1954, to 67 for people born in 1960 and later. You can delay retirement even further and receive a higher payment when you retire, up until you reach age 70. Another thing that has changed since the past generation: you can continue to work and still receive retirement benefits. Learn more about Social Security retirement benefits by reading our publication on the subject at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs. When youre ready to retire, the best place to apply is from the comfort of your home computer, with some of your favorite music blaring in the background. Begin the process with our Retirement Planner at www.socialsecurity.gov/retirement. Crank up the tunes, and start planning before you head out to your next concert. Tom answers your Social Security questions. Question: How many Social Security numbers have been issued since the program started? Answer: Since numbers were first issued in November 1936, we have assigned about 460 million numbers. There are about one billion possible combinations of the 9-digit Social Security number. Visit www.socialsecurity. gov/history/ssn/ssncards.html for a complete history of the Social Security number. Question: How do I change my citizenship status on Social Securitys records? Answer: To change your citizenship status shown in Social Security records: Complete an application for a Social Security card (Form SS-5), which you can find online at www.socialsecurity.gov/online/ss-5.html; and provide documents proving your: new or revised citizenship status (We can only accept certain documents as proof of citizenship. These include your U.S. passport, a Certificate of Naturalization, or a Certificate of Citizenship. If you are not a U.S. citizen, Social Security will ask to see your current immigration documents), age, and identity. Next, take (or mail) your completed application and documents to your local Social Security office. Question: My doctor said he thinks Im disabled. Who decides if I meet the requirements for Social Security disability benefits? Answer: We first will review your application to make sure you meet some basic requirements for Social Security disability benefits, such as whether you worked enough years to qualify. Then we will send your application to the disability determination services office in your state, often called the DDS or state agency. Your state agency completes the disability decision for us. Doctors and disability specialists in the state agency ask your doctors for information about your condition. They consider all the facts in your case. They use the medical evidence from your doctors and hospitals, clinics, or institutions where you have been treated and all other information. The state agency staff may need more medical information before they can decide if you are disabled. If more information is not available from your current medical sources, the state agency may ask you to go for a special examination. We prefer to ask your own doctor, but sometimes the exam may have to be done by someone else. Social Security will pay for the exam and for some of the related travel costs. Learn more about disability benefits at www.socialsec u r i t y . g o v / d i s a b i l i t y . Question: Who can get extra help with Medicare prescription drug coverage? Answer: If you receive Medicare and have limited income and resources, you may be eligible for extra help Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage to pay for the costs (monthly premiums, annual deductibles, and prescription co-payments) related to a Medicare prescription drug plan. To qualify for extra help, you must reside in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia. Your resources must be limited to $13,300 for an individual or $26,580 for a married couple living together. Resources include such things as bank accounts, stocks, and bonds. We do not count your house and car as resources. Your annual income must be limited to $17,235 for an individual or $23,265 for a married couple living together. Even if your annual income is higher, you still may be able to get some help. Learn more at www.socialsecurity.gov/prescriptionhelp. Tom Reiley is the Social Security District Manager in Allentown. Have a question about Social Security matters? Email Tom at thomas.reiley@ssa.gov.

Old Fashioned Church Picnic Promises Good Food, Music & Company
In celebration of its 250th anniversary as an independent congregation, St. Johns Evangical Lutheran Church of Spinnerstown is inviting the community to an old fashioned church picnic June 29. The picnic, once an annual tradition, will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. in The Grove, across the street from the church, 1565 Sleep Hollow Road, Spinnerstown, and will feature food, games and live music. Hot dogs, hamburgers, soft drinks, snack items and ice cream will be available for a modest price. Live music will include bluegrass by Without a Paddle, and rock by Stick Shift. Patrons are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. Among the picnic activities will be free games for the kids and a cake walk. For 50 cents a round, participants may vie for home baked cakes provided by church members. Rain date for the event is Sunday, June 30. The picnic is one in a series of year-long events marking the churchs anniversary. St. Johns Lutheran Church of Spinnerstown, the oldest Lutheran Church in Bucks County, traces its roots to 1734 when it shared worship services with Trinity Great Swamp Reformed Church (now known as Trinity Great Swamp United Church of Christ). In 1763, it constructed its own church, having separated from Great Swamp. For additional information, call the church at 215-536-0734. For directions, visit www. stjspin.org.

Fathers Day was introduced by Sonora Dodd in Spokane, Washington. She wanted to honor her widowed father William Smart who took care of his six children during the Civil War. Since Sonora Dodd was the girl who first started the tradition of Fathers Day in this country, she had campaigned for her Fathers birthday -- June 19 -- to be declared Fathers Day.

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Dehydration, Do You Have It?


Are you dehydrated? How do you know? Dehydration means your body does not have as much water and fluids as it should. Most people today dont drink enough water. With all the tasty beverages out there on the market it seems like water takes a back seat. It has very little to no taste and has no caloric value yet it is one of the most important nutrients we could put into our body. Just because you might drink a lot of fluids doesnt mean you are getting enough water in your system. You dont have to lose a lot to become dehydrated. A change of only 2 percent in your hydration level can cause moderate dehydration and will show many symptoms. This can cause a number of things to go wrong, from a simple dry mouth all the way to death. What causes dehydration? There are a number of things that can cause you to become dehydrated. Illness, especially when vomiting or diarrhea or nausea is included, diabetes and other medical conditions, strenuous physical activity that induces excessive sweating (especially in hot weather), exposure to sun and heat for extended periods of time, and burns (Such as sun burn) The following are symptoms of dehydration. They are classified from mild, moderate, and severe. Mild dehydration occurs when your total fluid level is depleted by about 2 percent. These are the initial signs and symptoms: thirst, reduced appetite, skin flushed, dark color urine, dry mouth, fatigue, mild headache, chills, and dizziness. At this point simply consuming hydrating fluids will help stop and reverse these affects. If dehydration is allowed to continue to the next level at about 5 percent total fluid loss, you will begin to see the following symptoms: decreased sweating and urination, increased heart rate, respirations and body temperature, extreme fatigue, muscle cramps, severe headaches, nausea and constipation, tingling or numbness (neurosensory disturbances) Simple consumption of significant amounts of fluids may help to stop and reverse these effects. Medical care may be required, however, where intravenous fluids may be needed. Finally, when 10 percent of your body fluid is lost, immediate emergency medical care is required. In many cases extreme losses like this become fatal. Symptoms of severe dehydration are: muscle spasms, vomiting, rapid pulse, dim vision or temporary blindness, painful urination with little to no urine volume, confusion, respiratory depression, neuromuscular seizures, chest pain, unconsciousness, and death. If you have any of these symptoms seek medical attention right away. The best way to keep from reaching this point is to realize when you are becoming dehydrated. When you feel thirsty you are already in a mild state of dehydration. Do not ignore your thirst. Stay away from high sugar and energy drinks as they dont provide adequate water for hydration. Some claim to be thirst quenchers but they are not good sources for hydration. What is the best hydrator? Water! Stick with the basics and keep it simple. Water = life. Corbin graduated from the National Personal Training Institute (NPTI), is a certified strength and conditioning coach and a certified nutrition coach. He is the owner of GetReal Training, LLC in Sellersville, PA. Contact him at 215-416-5757 or visit his web site at getrealtraining.net for more information.

Penn Valley Community Fair to Benefit Notes from McCooles Indian Valley Public Library and Telford American Hits the Legion Big Screen Fire Company
The Memorial Day Parade is now in the books for 2013. We wish to thank all honored guests, participants, school speakers, and participating local officials. We especially thank Col. (Ret) William Slotter for his message concerning education in the US Armed Services. Most of all we honor those who gave their all for our freedom. Wanted! Motorcycle riders for our annual poker run Ride for the Veterans fundraiser on June 15. Many organizations sponsor rides for very good benefits, your Post sponsors this ride that is both beneficial for our veterans and a fun day with fellow motorcyclists. All profits from funds raised go for our veterans. Below are the details to join up for this fun and rewarding event. You can register for the ride by calling 215538-0747 at the Post on the day of the ride from 9am-12noon. If you pre-register by June 8 you will be qualified for a special drawing. Cost for Run, Hand, & Meal is $20, for Ride & Meal is $15, Meal Only-$15. Food will be provided from 3pm to 7pm at the Post. Please come out for this enjoyable event to help our veterans. Remember to fly the flag on Flag Day. Those who served your country honored the Stars and Stripes to the point of possibly giving their life for it. Honor them as well as the wonderful country we live in by proudly showing the colors on June 14.,

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Attendees at the recent premieres of The North Star, a new film written and directed by Thomas K. Phillips of Buckingham, were treated to sights of many local landmarks, including McCooles at the Historic Red Lion Inn, whose dining room provided the backdrop for a lively saloon, featuring a can-can performance. The scenes shot there took the better part of a day, according to owner Jan Hench. They film makers were interested in our facility as it has maintained the look of saloons that operated in the 1800s, which is when the move takes place, remarked Hench. They came in on a Monday morning, created the set in our dining room, and shot their scenes and were gone. It was fun to see the restaurant in the actual movie instead of all on the cutting room floor. The film relates the true story Big Ben Jones, played by former Eagle linebacker, Jeremiah Trotter. Jones was a slave in the 1840s who makes a bold and courageous escape from a Virginia plantation all the way to Buckingham, PA, where he receives help from local Quakers. In addition to McCooles, local viewers may recognize some of the other fourteen locations featured in the film from state parks to historic sites including the Newtown Theatre, the Moland House, Plumstead Meeting and the Hammerstein House. The film premiered with red carpet events and preview screenings at Doylestowns County Theater on May 2 and the Newtown Theatre on May 4.

Its five fun-filled nights (and one day) June 4-8, when the Telford Campus of Penn Valley Church hosts a Community Fair on their grounds at 320 N. 3rd Street, Telford. All proceeds will benefit the Indian Valley Public Library and Telford Fire Company. The Fair will also host a food/supply drive for Keystone Opportunity Center. Ever since the news came that the Library had lost significant funding, weve felt a burden to do something, said Telford Campus pastor Larry Orme. Our Grace Christian School students use the library heavily and were neighbors, so weve been aiming for something like this Fair for quite a while. Telford Fire Company is such an important part of our community and the fact that its all through volunteer service, thats incredible. We want to give back. Penn Valley Church is no stranger to helping the Indian Valley Public Library. Last year they built a portable miniature golf set that the Library is using for fundraising. Thrill rides, entertainment in the form of

live music and the Indian Valley Voice-off singing competition, activities and crafts for children, and a Community Vendor/Family Day on Saturday, June 8 from 2-6pm its going to be a fun-filled time. But, before the fun starts, the Community Fair team needs your help. Were looking to everyone in the community businesses, groups and individuals to get involved, said associate pastor to families, Andrew Saunders. Sponsorships are being offered to offset the cost of the Fair. Vendors are needed for the June 8 Community Vendor Day. Theres an open call for bands to perform each evening and contestants are needed for the Indian Valley Voice-off. The winner of the Indian Valley Voice-off gets, what else, a karaoke machine! Community Fair gates open at 6pm Tuesday-Friday, June 4-7 and 2pm on Saturday, June 8 with a special Family Day feature 2-6pm. Information on getting involved can be found by clicking the Community Fair tab at www.pennvalleychurch.org.

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Humane Society Honors Mike Fitzpatrick


Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick (PA-8) was honored last night by the Humane Society of the United States for his leadership and support of animal welfare legislation in the 112th Congress. Fitzpatrick, a member of the Congressional Animal Protection Caucus, received a Legislative Leader award for his work on the primates as pets issue, and blocking a rider that would have gutted the Endangered Species Act. Animal protection issues continue to bring Members of Congress together across party lines, and have the strong support of mainstream Americans, said Humane Society Legislative Fund President Michael Markarian. We thank Representative Fitzpatrick for his outstanding effort to ensure our federal laws reflect the core humane values and attitudes of American society. Protecting those who cant protect themselves has always been an important mission of mine in Congress, Fitzpatrick said. Safeguarding animals against abuse and advancing their protection is not a partisan issue. Kindness and compassion are values we all share, and the humane treatment of pets and wildlife should be a common cause. I am grateful for this honor and look forward to working with the Society and their members on commonsense legislation that addresses important issues affecting animals and their treatment, he said. The Humane Society Legislative Fund gave Fitzpatrick a 90 on their annual Humane Scorecard for 2012-- the highest score of any Pennsylvania Republican. The scorecard provides a snapshot of animal protection issues considered by the Congress. And it gives animal advocates a tool to assess the performance of their Representatives by tracking key votes and co-sponsorship of important pro-animal bills and letters. Representative Fitzpatrick has exhibited outstanding leadership on animal welfare legislation, said Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of The Humane Society of the United States. We are very grateful for his support in creating a more humane world. Fitzpatrick has championed animal welfare bills, including: Co-sponsor, Puppy Uniform Protection and Safety (PUPS) Act [HR835]: Cracks down on abusive puppy mills in the United States, where breeding dogs are often stacked in wire cages for years to produce litter after litter. Co-sponsor, Prevent All Soring Tactics Act (PAST) Act [H.R. 6388]: Strengthens enforcement of anti-soring regulations and help end the practice of soring by horse trainers. Co-sponsor, Animal Fighting Spectator Prohibition Act [HR 2492]: Establishes misdemeanor penalties for knowingly attending an organized animal fight and felony penalties for bringing a minor to such a fight. Original co-sponsor, American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act [HR 2966]: Prohibits the transport (including export) of horses for slaughter for human consumption.

St. Isidore HS Co-ed Volleyball Takes Championship

Congratulations to the St. Isidore High School co-ed volleyball team for winning the Region 20 Volleyball Championship on May 22. A new banner will be hung in the school gym. Front row (left to right): Kerry Vanyo, Megan Maskornick, Maddie Sagan, Megan Finlayson, Brynn Stonr, Brittney Cuddy, Jade Devlin. Back row (left to right): Riley Sagan, Michael Whittington, Dylan Flores, Rachel Finlayson, Cole Sagan, Coach Melissa Sagan. Not pictured: Andrew Finkleston and Maria Foreman.
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Congressman Fitzpatrick recently paid a visit to the Bucks County SPCAs Upper Bucks shelter. While he was there,the Warnke family was finalizing the adoption of Felix into their family. As the proud owner of an adopted dog, Fitzpatrick understands the happiness of bringing home a new family member from an animal shelter. (l-r) Back row: Melissa Frank, Congressman Fitzpatrick, Richard Warnke, Kelly Warnke. Front row: Jack and Annaliese with Felix. photo by michele buono

Upper Bucks Relay Fights Cancer in Style!

June 2013 Upper Bucks Free Press

Local Man Remembers Long Cold Summer of 1951


by michele buono

Summer of 1951 was an unremarkable season for the Upper Bucks area, but for Perkasie native Ernest Guenst, it was the summer that he and the rest of the 489th DUKW, an amphibious truck unit, set off from Norfolk, VA to parts unknown with 1400 troops on the USS Hersey, in a group that also included the USS Haan and the USS Heintzelman. Altogether, an armada of 120 shipments including 12,000 men and 300,000 tons of cargo left Naval Station Norfolk. The 20 year-old Guenst and about a half-dozen other local National Guardsmen had been transferred to the unit that would help build the secret airbase in Thule, Greenland, approximately 750 miles above the Arctic Circle. When we left Norfolk, we didnt know where we were going. They didnt tell us, we just went, says Guenst. It took a couple weeks to reach their destination. Even in summer, the Arctic Sea was thick with ice. The icebreakers could break ice that was six feet thick at four to five knots, but we were hitting ice that was eight feet thick, he remembers. There were days that the ship convoy would just sit in the ice. Inuits would row their little boats right up to the ships said Guenst. We used to throw quarters, although I dont know what they would have done with them, he laughs. Operation Blue Jay, which took place in the early 1950s, was the biggest secret operation since D-Day in 1944. It was a time of Soviet aggression in Indo-China and against United Nation forces. Thule was the sight of a joint American-Danish weather station and determined to be the perfect location for Americas long-range B-52 bombers, halfway between New York and Moscow. Construction of the secret airbase began in the summer of 1951. Guenst and the rest of the 489th were there to unload freight from supply ships. With just a three-month window and 24 hours of daylight, the operation was aroundthe-clock. Asphalt, construction equipment, barrels of oil. You wouldnt believe how much stuff we unloaded, he says. There were no

quarters for the men, so they slept on board ship. The Thule airbase construction was so massive that it has been compared to building the Panama Canal, but in freezing cold temperatures in a place that most people had never heard of before. Guenst and the 489th DUKW returned to the warmth of Virginia and Fort Story after three months. The Thule airbase was largely completed by October 1953.

Summer Reads: Looking Back at Americas Last Innocent Age


Do you remember 8-track tapes and Earth Shoes? Davey Jones and Marsha Brady? Do you remember playing pick-up baseball with your best friends. Running through open yards playing tag between the laundry on your moms clothesline? Do you remember a time in America when you moved into a neighborhood and stayed until you were an adult. Where you made the best friends of your life because you shared much of your life with them? A place where it meant something special to say the Pledge of Allegiance and where your chest swelled with pride when you sang the National Anthem? A time when you loved your neighbors, because you really knew your neighbors? Those days are what author Craig Daliessio has termed The Last Innocent Age and his new book chronicling those days is a sweet, funny, sentimental journey back to that very special place and time. Written during his almost five-year ordeal with homelessness after losing his career during the mortgage industry collapse of 2008, Remembering America: Looking Back at the Last Innocent Age is one mans fond recollection of the happiest time in his life. With a cast of characters as diverse as a pack of baseball cards, and the often funny, sometimes poignant, always emotional writing style that has come to represent Craig at his finest, The Last Innocent Age promises to leave you laughing often, chasing a few tears, and appreciating a time that has gone forever. From the awkward first meeting as the 7 yearold new kid on the block, to the final night on the block and bittersweet closing moments of The Fond Farewell 16 years later, Craig Daliessio weaves a special fabric of sights, sounds, smells, and special moments that made up the last true Innocent Age on America. Its a wonderful journey of Spider Bikes with cards in the spokes, Ghost-runners on third base, heroic astronauts, and best friends. And its a journey that so many of us have taken. Remembering America: Looking Back at the Last Innocent Age is available now at Amazon.com

Today the airbase at Thule is still in service as home to the 821st Air Base Group and the 12th Space Warning Squadron, which operates globally to provide missile warning and space surveillance information to NORAD. Today, 82 year-old Ernest Guenst still lives in West Rockhill. He is a 60 year member of American Legion Post # 255 in PerkasieSellersville and is an active member of the Patriotic Sons of America, Camp 387 in Schwenksville.

Hawks Fly in with Food


by kimberly kratz

Baseball playing teens from the North Penn Hawks delivered their first donations to the Milford Square Shelter and Food Pantry. The two fledgling teams ran a food drive and change jar collection as part of the Hawks Gives Back program to raise the funds. This is not the first time the team has given back to the community. They held a food drive last fall, and helped with a Sellersville Haunted House for proceeds to supply winter items to disabled children. Established in 2011, Hawks are local 13 and 14-year-old players from Quakertown and Upper Perk. Hawks compete

on the field behind North Penn Gun Club in Trumbauersville, and they are working to raise funds through snack stand sales to relocate the outfield fencing 50 feet back from the current 60/90. Stressing good grades, good baseball, good sportsmanship and outreach, the Hawks will continue their food drive efforts during summer tournaments. Upcoming tournament play is slated for the first weekend in June, Fathers Day weekend, and over the Fourth of July weekend. Details are available on the Hawks website at hawksbaseballteam.com where you can check out their cool new logo.

Congratulatulations Kimberly!
Upper Bucks Free Press writer, photographer, and all around contributor, Kimberly Kratz of Quakertown graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from Gwynedd-Mercy College. You earned it!

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Field Hockey Phenom to Assist at Upper Bucks Y Sports Camp


The Upper Bucks YMCA is proud to announce that Katie ODonnell, the most decorated field hockey athlete in the nation, will assist at the Ys Olympic Sports Camp scheduled for August 5-9, 2013. ODonnell, the U.S. National Squad striker, started her national career at the age of 16. The Blue Bell, PA native was the youngest player ever to be named to the U.S. Team. Although the 2011 University of Maryland alum missed out on the 2008 Beijing Games, ODonnell used that to direct her focus on securing her name on the 2012 Olympic roster. She won the Sportswomen of the Year award by the Womens Sports Foundation in 2010 - an award previously given to Mia Hamm, Serena and Venus Williams. ODonnell will serve as a camp counselor and assist in instructing a variety of sports for the week, which will include field hockey. According to Dave Evans, Upper Bucks YMCA Sports Director, We are fortunate that Katie is available and we cant thank her enough. Our campers will be so excited to meet an Olympian this summer and learn from her. For more information, contact Dave Evans at dave.evans@ubymca.org or 215-536-YMCA(9622)x114. The Y is one of the nations leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Upper Bucks YMCA serves over 10,000 people annually, including over 5000 children and offers swimming, fitness, child care,

(above) Staff and volunteers of the Quakertown Alive! take a moment from the flurry of activity at their Arts Alive last month. (below) Free Press columnist Dick Helm exercises his love of history and the second amendment as John Fries at McCooles Red Lion Inn during Arts Alive. photos by michele buono

youth, teen and adult sports programs and activities. Its mission is to put Christian principles, including honesty, caring, respect and responsibility into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. The YMCA has a financial assistance program, supported by the United Way of Bucks County and private contributions, which ensures that no one will have to be turned away because of his or her inability to pay.

(above) Members of the Quakertown Police Department take time to discuss their role in the community during this years Upper Bucks Chamber Business Expo. (below) Free Press publisher Christopher Betz with his handlers Lisa Betz (home) and Terri Roger (office). photos by michele buono

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(above) Ella Williams of Sellersville enjoys a shower of petals from a flowering tree in her front yard. photo by corbin williams (below) Cousins Lauren Betz of Trumbauersville and Haley Hoffman of Quakertown take a Memorial Day joy ride while visiting relatives. photo by christopher betz

Appraising Thomas Jeffersons Desk


and other Hepplewhite Furniture
During a recent episode of Discovery channels TV show Auction Kings, I appraised a Federal period writing desk that was once owned by President Thomas Jefferson at his country estate of Poplar Forest. I described the desk as Hepplewhite in style relating to the designs of the British cabinetmaker, George Hepplewhite. Like President Jefferson, many of us currently own examples of Hepplewhite furniture today both original and reproductions. In its day, Hepplewhite was often referred to as city furniture. George Hepplewhite (died 1768) was a London designer and cabinetmaker. His famous guidebook, The Cabinet Maker and Upholsterers Guide was published after his death in 1788. The guidebook sparked a period of popularity for the furniture designs known as Hepplewhite style from 1780 to 1810. Hepplewhite furniture was especially popular in American states from New England to the Carolinas during the Federal period. One of the most popular pieces in the Hepplewhite style is the dining room sideboard or buffet. In the early 1800s, a sideboard was a new furniture form. Hepplewhite sideboards are often bow-shaped, Bombayshaped, or serpentine (curved). In the late Victorian period, circa 1870s-80s, Hepplewhite reproductions came to the market. Some of the distinguishing traits of true Hepplewhite furniture include a consistency of formal design. Hepplewhite pieces typically have straight legs which may be square or tapered at the bottom (or at the foot). An H stretcher is common on Hepplewhite chairs and sofas. Whats an H stretcher? It is a reinforcing piece of wood that connects the legs of a chair or sofa to form the shape of the letter H. The Hepplewhite style feet are simply styled and straightforward. They may be a rectangular spade foot (like the garden tool) or in the shape of an arrow (as if the arrow is shot directly down into the ground) at the bottom of the leg of a chair or sofa. On heavier pieces of furniture like a desk, chest, or tall case, bracketed feet are common. One of the most characteristic traits of Hepplewhite furniture is the use of intricate inlays of contrasting woods and burl veneers. Hepplewhite pieces may be made of sycamore veneers, birch, or rosewood. Satinwood, maple, and mahogany are also standard woods that are found on Hepplewhite furniture. Decorative motifs include urns, feathers, geometric shapes, shields, ribbons, swags, and leaves. Many manufacturers reproduced Hepplewhite style furniture in the 1900s following in the formal footsteps of the Federal style. Today, Hepplewhite furniture command high values at auction for their classical lines and formal look. A reproduction Hepplewhite sideboard can command a few thousand dollars on the open market whereas a good, original example of Hepplewhite furniture can bring $50,000$75,000 at auction.
Ph.D. TV Dr. Lori presents appraisal events to audiences worldwide. Dr. Lori is the expert appraiser on the hit TV show, Auction Kings on Discovery channel. Check out the event schedule at www.DrLoriV.com, www.Facebook.com/ DoctorLori or call (888) 431-1010.
personality, antiques appraiser, author, and award-winning

Taylor and Katie enjoy popcorn balls while taking in the sights at this years Arts Alive event in downtown Quakertown photo by michele buono

Dr. Lori on the set of Discoverys Auction Kings with President Thomas Jeffersons Hepplewhite slant top writing desk. photo by staff of drloriv.com

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HARRY C. EUWER, 82, passed away peacefully in Pasadena, TX on Monday, April 22. He was a former resident of Quakertown, class of 1949, who enjoyed riding his motorcycle, woodworking, and restoring antique furniture. Harry was preceded in death by his wife Doreen(Underkoffler), great-grandson William, his parents and his brother. Surviving him are his daughter Lorelee and husband Bill, grandson Will and wife Amanda and great-grandchildren Emma and Everett. IRENE WIEBER, 90, of Elizabethtown, formerly of Quakertown, died May 6 in her home. She was the wife of the late William E. Willie Wieber. She worked for 32 years as a bookkeeper for the former Dimmig Electric, in Quakertown. Born in Dresden, Germany, she was a daughter of the late Bruno Gustav and Clara Gertrud (Ber) Brckner. She was a graduate of Frankford High School, and Pierce Business School. Surviving: a son, Michael T, wife Libby, of Swansea, SC, brother Bernhard Brueckner, wife Debbie, Allentown, grandchildren Matthew, wife, Paula, Kristin, husband Ryan, Scott, wife, Megan, Sarah Croop, husband Derick, Daniel and Amy Wieber, greatgrandson Percy. She was predeceased by son Karl R.

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and Preston Landis (Tammy); a daughterin-law, Martha Helvorson; a brother, Calvin Kernechel (Barbara); two sisters, Nancy Pearson (Jake), Joanne Weiss (Paul); twenty grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her son, Charles Lee Helverson; two brothers Earl and Larry; her sister, Agnes. ELSPETH M. Becky KLEE, 76, of Quakertown, died May 7 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Cedar Crest. She was the wife of Ernest R. Klle; they were married 51 years on May 5. Becky was a 1955 graduate of Quakertown Community High School. She was last employed by Moyer Shoes in Quakertown, prior to that she was employed by the original Bucks County Bank. Becky enjoyed playing golf with her friends and was a charter member of the Foxy Ladies Golf Group. In addition to her husand, she is survived y tow sons, Ernie (Laura) of Harleysville and Tom (JoAnn) of Quakertown; four grandchildren, Justin, Lindsey, Allison, and Meghan; a niece, Rev. Deborah P. Schwartz of Fleetwood, and a nephew, Frank C. Parker, IV (Denise) of Quakertown. KENNETH KEN H. RUSH, 75, of Souderton, formerly of Quakertown went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 10 at Gwynedd Square Nursing Center. He was the loving husband of Pamela Ann (Neudecker) Rush for 23 years. Ken was born in Perkasie to the late Alvin L & Mary Bertha (Hockman) Rush.Ken served as an Airman in the US Air Force for six years. Ken was a member of many groups including: Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge #1539 in Sellersville, Rajah Temple, Tall Cedars, Allentown Consistory, Mac Calla Lodge 596 F&AM in Souderton, Perkasie Order of the Owls Nest 1224, North Penn Gun Club & Bucks County Hunt

PEARL J. LANDIS, 82, of Allentown, formerly of Lower Milford Township, died May 7 in her home. She was the wife of the late Paul Landis. She retired from the former JG Furniture of Quakertown. Pearl was a member of the St. Johns UCC in Coopersburg. She is survived by her ten children: Karen Hartwig (Jack), Barbara Dawson (Jim, Paula Minihan (John), Joan Helverson (Kelly), Lori Helverson-Hersh, Cindy Degnan (Michael), Douglas Landis (Lori), Lisa McNeill (Jim), Libby Clements (Kirk),

Club and Sellersville Legion Nase Kraft Post 255. In addition to his wife, Ken is survived by a daughter, Jennifer Williams & husband, Jim; two grandsons, Matthew E. & Andrew R. Williams; two sisters, Mary Ellen Moyer;, Susan Matthews; five brothers, Lloyd Rush & wife, Lucille, William Rush, Robert Rush, James Rush, and Larry Rush In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, David Rush. WALLACE WALLY EDWARD BIERER, 90, of Quakertown, formerly of Pottstown, passed on May 12. Wallace was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He and his wife, Anna, celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary in January. He was a veteran of World War 2 and member of American Legion Post 242. He will be dearly missed by his children, daughter, Mary Ann Windmassinger, and her husband, Mark; his son, James; his grandson The Gyrene Sgt. Mark D. Windmassinger, Jr. (USMC). He is also survived by his stepgranddaughter, Annemarie Marino, and her children, Casey and Chase; his sister, Gayle, and her husband, John; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Blaine Bierer. ROBERT BOB FAFARD, SR., of Quakertown passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 15. Bob married Elizabeth Betsy )Krier) Fafard on May 9, 1970, celebrating 43 years of marriage this year. He was a memer of Providence Presbyterian Church in Quakertown where he was an Emeritus Deacon and where he and his wife are credited with starting the food pantry 20 years ago. His greatest moment was caring for his grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Bo is survived by his children, Robert (Lisa) and Beth (Dan); four grandchildren, his nieces and nephews; the rest of his family and friends. HERBERT SLIFER, 79, of Quakertown died May 19 in St. Lukes Hospice house, Bethlehem. He was the husband of the late Geraldine E. (Davis) Slifer. Born in Richlandtown, he was the son of the late Edwin & Ellen (Raub) slifer. He was a security guard at Spinlon Industries in Quakertown. Herbert was a hard worker and enjoyed cars, especially his 57 Chevy. He is survived by two brothers, John (Arla) and Earl (Sarah); two sisters, Helen Weil (Milton) and Evelyn slifer; numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased y his son, Herbert, Jr., and his brothers, Patrick, Howard, Robert, Henry, Walter, Edwin, and Russell; his sister, Betty Dieroff. BARBARA A. HITMAN, 79, of Quakertown passed away peacefully on May 20. she was the wife of the late Kenneth Hitman. Barbara organized and ran the Upper Bucks Clothing Bank until she became ill.She was a devoted mother

and grandmother and is survived by her children, Gail Colbe (Paul), Rebecca (Becky) Petko (Tom), and Paul (Dan) Hitman. Seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, and a sister, Mary Lou (Shelley( Spicer. She was preceded in deathby her brothers, Paul B. Hastings, James W. Hastings, and a sister, Jeanette Rogers. SARAH JANE SUE RATZELL, 71, of Lower Nazareth Twp., passed away peacefully in her home, Tuesday, May 21, 2013. She was the beloved wife of Lynn Ratzell. Together they shared 49 years of marriage. Survivors: In addition to her husband, Lynn; is a daughter, Michelle McDermott and her husband, John, of Newtown; son, Thomas Ratzell and his wife, Donna, of Blandon; brothers, Robert Myers and his wife, Sandy, of Quakertown, Richard Myers and his wife, Donna, of Graham, WA; four grandchildren, Greg and Alec Ratzell, Grace and Rachel McDermott. JOSEPH B. SCHAEFER, III, 91, of Richlandtown died May 22. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Joseph B. and Florence (Shuman) Schaefer. he graduated from Lehigh University and worked in various accounting positions. He was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church in Richlandtown. Joseph was a US Navy veteran, serving during World War II. Survived by his cousins. JAMES P. HOPKINSON, JR., 63, passed away on May 22 at the Hospital of the university of Pennsylvania after a 3 month struggle with leukemia. He accepted the inevitable and found peace surrounded by his sisters, Sarah and Maryann, and his niece Holly. He is also survived by his loving brother, David, a nephew, two other nieces, a step-niece, and their five chlidren.He was predeceased by his father, James, and his mother, C. Evelyn. nee Wilkinson. He was a fourth great-grandson of Frances Hopkinson, signer of the Declaration of Independence. MARIN B. WACHTEL, 78, of Quakertown died May 22 in Independence Court, Quakertown. She is survived by three daughters, Susan C. Johnstonbaugh and her husband, James;,Debra Raffo, and Lisa A. Sternadori. CATHERINE M. NICHOLAS, 82, of Quakertown died May 24 at St. Lukes hospital, Quakertown Campus. She was the wife of the late Joseph F. Nicholas. Before retiring, she was employed by the Levy Bus Company in Trumbauersville. Catherine was a member of St. Isidores Catholic Church in Quakertown. She is survived by her daughter Rosemary C. Flagler of Quakertown. Nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Phillip Clyde Joseph and her sister Josephine Joyce Lederach.

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Senate Economy, Business and Jobs Caucus Meet with Rail Operators on Pennsylvania Economy
The Economy, Business and Jobs (EBJ Caucus, co-chaired by Senator Bob Mensch (R-24) and Senator Lisa Boscola (D-18), recently held a meeting and tour on Tuesday, May 14 underlined the importance of rail in Pennsylvanias economy. Danielle Spila, Executive Assistant to Toby Fauver who is the Deputy Secretary for Local & Area Transportation for PennDOT, Sarah Gulick, Rail/Freight/Aviation Director for PennDOT, and William Goetz, Resident Vice President NYC-NJ-Philadelphia for CSX Transportation, all gave remarkable presentations on transportation and how rail affects our economic climate. In addition, they focused how rail creates investment and enables continued workforce development. Senator Mensch and Senator Boscola were pleased to have representatives from both PennDOT and CSX for the meeting. William Goetz from CSX discussed their capital intensive industry and explored their siding merchandise network, carload-transload network, unit train network and intermodal service. CSX plays a significant role in our Commonwealths transportation infrastructure. They operate nearly 2,000 miles of track and maintain more than 1,100 public and private grade crossings in Pennsylvania. In 2011, they handled nearly 1.8 million carloads of freight in the Commonwealth and reported nearly $73 million in compensation for employees in Pennsylvania. Sarah Gulick and Danielle Spila from PennDOT discussed Rail Freight Assistance Program and the Rail Transportation Assistance Program which spurs job creation and assists in reducing the amount of wear on road infrastructure from trucks. Since the founding of our nation, Pennsylvanias location has been vital when it comes to transportation infrastructure, as evidenced by our Keystone State moniker. Rail is the cornerstone of that infrastructure vitality, said Sen. Lisa Boscola (D-Northampton/ Lehigh/Monroe). Our rail system enables our manufacturers to get their products to market at an affordable cost, enabling them to provide family-sustaining jobs. Im proud of the fact that Pennsylvania is a premier state for rail and Im thankful that its importance was highlighted for us in detail. Following the meeting, a tour was held at Norfolk Southerns Train Dispatching Room that afternoon by David Gooden, Division Superintendent/Transportation Department, Ryan Scacco, Assistant Superintendent Dispatch, and Rudy Husband, Resident Vice President - Pennsylvania & New England. Norfolk Southern operates approximately 20,000 route miles of track, serving every major container port in the eastern United States. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal and industrial products. Rail is an extremely important component to Pennsylvanias economy, and it is often overlooked when looking at the general scope of transportation. Rail provides safe, reliable transportation of goods which translates into job creation and strengthening businesses. Im glad we had the chance to learn more about the dynamics of rail and their positive effect on Pennsylvanias economy, said Sen. Bob Mensch (R-Northampton/Lehigh/Montgomery/Bucks). Mensch and Boscola co-chair the caucus, which examines ways to break down barriers that hinder economic expansion in Pennsylvania. They said their goal is to unlock the states economic potential by gaining a better understanding of what shapes the states economic climate, encourages investment and enhances workforce development.

Quakertown AARP Chapter Names Volunteer of the Year

The AARP Quakertown Chapter #3377 has named Jeanette Sherrow as their Volunteer of the Year. Jeanette has a long history of volunteering in the community. She currently serves as the chapters Assistant Treasurer and has also volunteered at her church, the Women of the Moose, the Coopersburg Lions, American Cancer Society, the March of Dimes, the Muscular Dystrophy Organization, and Coopersburgs Community Day. Shes also been a member of the Womans Club of Quakertown and the local Business and Professional Womans group. Pictured are (left to right) Linda Crouthamel, Quakertown AARP president, Congressman Paul Clymer, Jeanette Sherrow. photo by michele buono

By Kevin Johnson Local custom truck and motorcycle shop Full Throttle will hold its 2nd Annual Summer Diesel Day on June 2, with a rain date of June 9. The show will be held at at the Full throttle shop located at 8041 Easton Rd, Ottsville Pa 18942. It will start at 9am and things will wrap up at 4pm. There will be displays from vendors, great food, music, raffles for various prizes and an onsite dynamometer for measuring vehicle horsepower. There will be a special raffle for a Millermatic Mig welder donated by Miller welding products valued at over $1000. They will have events for the whole family, including a bounce house and a coloring contest for children of all ages. There will be a show and shine contest where participants can shine up their trucks to compete for awards including Most Unique, Best Big Rig, and Best Truck. Last year boasted over 300 participant trucks and over 1,200 show guests. This year, with added sponsors, advertising, and marketing promises to be a show that should not

Charity Truck Show Benefits Rehab of Combat-Wounded Vets

Senator Mensch Holds Community Safety Conference


Senator Bob Mensch (R-24) held his first Community Safety Conference on Thursday, May 23 at the Milford Township Building. Colonel Frank Noonan, Pennsylvania State Police Commissioner and Ed Mann, Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner participated as guest speakers. The panel informed attendees with the Commonwealths most upto-date law enforcement and safety strategies to enhance our communities. This conference afforded attendees the perfect opportunity to share their organizations accomplishments, discuss new ideas and ask questions. Whether we are dealing with a hurricane, a house fire, or a burglary, we must constantly educate ourselves on new strategies and tools to help save lives and preserve safety to the highest level, said Senator Mensch. These types of events allow various levels of our community to discuss, plan, and address the issues that arise when safety is compromised. I truly appreciated having Colonel Noonan and Commissioner Mann here to share their valuable knowledge. In addition to receiving updates on law enforcement and safety strategies, attendees were able to learn about crime prevention, accessing the Pennsylvania State Police, home burglary prevention, and emergency preparedness. Colonel Noonan was nominated by Governor Corbett to serve as the 21st Commissioner in January of 2011. As Commissioner, he exercises administrative, command and fiscal authority and responsibility over the Department. He currently oversees a budget of over 876 million dollars and commands a statewide complement of over 6,000 enlisted and civilian employees, which includes over 4,400 State Police Troopers. Ed Mann, the State Fire Commissioner, was reappointed by Governor Tom Corbett in February 2011. As the fourth State Fire Commissioner of the Commonwealth, he has also served under Governors Mark Schweiker and Ed Rendell. Commissioner Mann has an extensive background in emergency services. Under his leadership, the Office of the State Fire Commissioner has received national awards from the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation and the International Association of Fire Chiefs for his efforts to reduce line of duty deaths. His message since the first day of his appointment as Fire Commissioner has been, Be safe for your families sake. The guest list included: elected county and municipal officials, directors of county emergency services, sheriff and police departments, and first responders within the 24th Senatorial District. This event was not open to the public.

be missed. Proceeds benefit the Warrior Built. As part of the Warrior Foundation, they seek to honor the service and sacrifice of combat wounded veteran and wounded service members of their local community by providing vocational and recreational opportunities. Projects such as the Warrior Chopper give wounded service members and combat veterans the ability to break away from their daily routine at the hospital or at home. They come together a few times a week to work as a team once again to accomplish a mission. The camaraderie and motivation that sparks from these projects has changed the lives of combat veterans who have given so much for their country. The support of so many great Americas and the overwhelming support of people in the community help to make their dreams a reality. For more information, please contact Kevin Johnson, manager and event coordinator, at FullThrottleShop@gmail.com (attn: Kevin) or 484-614-5567.

The Board of Directors of QNB Corp. (OTC Bulletin Board: QNBC), parent company of QNB Bank, at a regular meeting on May 28, 2013 declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.27 per share. The cash dividend is payable on June 28, 2013 to shareholders of record June 14, 2013. QNB Corp. offers commercial and retail banking services through the 11 banking offices of its subsidiary, QNB Bank. In addition,

Jacob and Sophia Still QNB Corp. Declares Top Baby Name List Dividend
QNB Bank provides securities and advisory services under the name of QNB Financial Services through Investment Professionals, Inc., a registered Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Advisor, and title insurance as a member of Laurel Abstract Company LLC. QNB Corp.s stock is traded in the over-thecounter market under the symbol QNBC. For more information, visit QNBs web site at www.QNB.com. The Board of Directors of QNB Corp. (OTC Bulletin Board: QNBC), parent company of QNB Bank, at a regular meeting on May 28, 2013 declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.27 per share. The cash dividend is payable on June 28, 2013 to shareholders of record June 14, 2013. QNB Corp. offers commercial and retail banking services through the 11 banking offices of its subsidiary, QNB Bank. In addition,

QNB Bank provides securities and advisory services under the name of QNB Financial Services through Investment Professionals, Inc., a registered Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Advisor, and title insurance as a member of Laurel Abstract Company LLC. QNB Corp.s stock is traded in the over-thecounter market under the symbol QNBC. For more information, visit QNBs web site at www.QNB.com.

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New Quakertown Visitor Center a Gateway to Bucks County


After nearly a year of renovations, the Upper Bucks Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Borough of Quakertown, Quakertown Historical Society and Visit Bucks County, the official tourism promotion agency of Bucks County, announces the opening of a new Visitor Center in Quakertown. Conveniently located within the Quakertown Historic District, this new location is easily accessible from major highways and will serve as a northern gateway to Bucks County. To celebrate its opening, the Visitor Center will host an Open House on May 18 during Quakertowns Arts Alive Festival. Our vision for the new center incorporates a rich sense of tradition and local history to provide a welcoming experience for visitors to the Upper Bucks County region, said Tara King, Executive Director of the Upper Bucks Chamber of Commerce. This is an exciting time for tourism in Bucks County, Jerry Lepping, Executive Director of Visit Bucks County said. We are proud to be working with the Upper Bucks Chamber of Commerce to provide travelers a stop along their drive from points such as the Poconos, Lehigh Valley, and New York. The 2,300 square-foot building features a glass-enclosed display space highlighting historic artifacts of Bucks Countys industrial heritage, including items manufactured in Quakertown, advertisements from historic businesses, and photographs documenting 150 years of Upper Bucks County. A renovated visitor services area will showcase brochures, itineraries, maps, an information kiosk and information specialists to assist visitors with travel needs. Visitor Centers remain a valuable asset to the hospitality that our region holds so dear, said Quakertown Borough Manager Scott McElree. With its convenient accessibility from major highways and roadways, this center will provide a boost to tourism in Quakertown and throughout the region. The Visitor Center, a renovated late 1800s barn, is currently open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m., with plans to open weekends beginning this fall. For more information on things to do and places to see in Bucks County, check out VisitBucksCounty.com.

McCooles Plays Host to The Cocoanuts


Crowded Kitchen Players presents Rogers and Hammersteins 1929 Marx Brothers musical comedy The Cocoanuts, June 7 23 at McCooles Arts and Events Place, 10 S. Main Street in Quakertown. The Hotel de Cocoanut has fallen on hard times, primarily because Henry Schlemmer and his drunken cousin Jamison are completely oblivious to the needs and expectations of their guests and staff. Willie and Sam are petty thieves who arrive with empty luggage, which they plan to fill by robbing and conning the guests who flock to this Florida hotel during the land boom of the 1920s. Mrs. Potter is one of the few paying customers. Her daughter Polly is in love with struggling young architect Bob Adams, who has plans for the development of the entire area, but Mrs. Potter wants her daughter to marry Harvey Yates, whom she believes to be of a higher social standing. This suitor is actually a con man out to steal the dowagers diamond necklace with the help of his conniving partner, Penelope. Ara Barlieb directs the Crowded Kitchen Players in this zany Marx Brothers musical comedy, with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin and book by George S. Kaufman. The Crowded Kitchen Players cast: David Oz Oswald as Henry Schlemmer, Elizabeth Buss as Mrs Potter, with Tom Harrison, Sara Filson, Meghan LaVerne, Stephanie Steigerwalt, Michael Thew, Pamela McLean Wallace, Nancy Mikkelsen & Frank Garon. Elizabeth Buss is Musical Director and Nora Oswald - Scene Painter Tickets: $ 18, $14 - Seniors, $ 10- Students. For reservations or more information, call 610.395.7176, email ckplayers@rcn.com or www.ckplayers.com

Financing for Hearing Aids


When I first entered private practice in 1987, analog hearing aids were the only type of devices available. As primitive as they seem now, the price was deemed quite expensive. A patient could expect to pay $695 to $995 for each hearing aid. Analog and programmable hearing aids have come and gone. Digital hearing aids are now the mainstay in the state of the art technology. The industry is probably at the 18th generation in development since 1998. Prices on the computerized devices are expensive, too. Typically, the approximate price range for todays hearing aids is $1,600 to $2,800 each. That is pretty significant to anyone, but the improvements available are beyond anyones imagination from a generation ago. Unless a patient has a special rider on their health insurance policy to cover part or all of the cost for one or both hearing aids, the full amount is an out-of-pocket expense. Some have planned for the eventuality of needing hearing help with the funds set aside. Still others are blindsided that hearing loss has crept upon them and hearing aids were needed years ago. With the price of hearing aids as expensive as everything else, an avenue is needed to pay for them. That need has been met. CareCredit is a relatively new financial arm from GE and provides various plans for flexible financing. With short term lending programs, there is no interest if paid within six, twelve, or eighteen months. Essentially this is a free loan with no interest charged as long as the payments are made on time and completed within the specified period chosen. CareCredit has longer term programs for repayment. The time periods include 24, 36, 48, and 60 months to pay. However, the APR (interest) charged is 14.90%. Paying for hearing aids has never been easier. CareCredit has a quick application approval process with paperwork to follow by mail. You can apply online (carecredit.com) or by calling 1-800-365-8295. In addition, you can apply for CareCredit at the office of a participating professional. This health care credit card can be used for a number of areas. Not only does CareCredit cover hearing aids, it will pay for dental, veterinary, chiropractic, dermatology, vision exams, eyeglasses, contacts, LASIK surgery, and cosmetic procedures. Your familys healthcare expenses are managed more easily. Dont let the cost of hearing aids prohibit you from getting the hearing help you require. Arm yourself for the possibility ahead of time. Contact CareCredit and obtain your approval for a new account. Then pick up the telephone and call a certified and licensed audiologist for an appointment today. There is no need to suffer. The next step to better hearing starts with you!
Mr. Murphy
ineural hearing loss all his life and is a binaural in-the-canal hearing aid user. sylvania since receiving his has hada bilateral mild-to-moderate sensor-

Faulkner-Ciocca Chevrolet and nonprofit Cell Phones for Soldiers Inc. are asking Quakertown residents to help troops call home by donating gently-used cellular phones. Although the military landscape is ever changing, as many as 290,000 troops are serving in the U.S. military overseas around the world. By donating to Cell Phones for Soldiers, Quakertown residents can provide troops with that precious connection to loved ones back home. Residents can drop off their cell phone donations at Faulkner-Ciocca Chevrolet, 855 S. West End Blvd., Quakertown, PA 18951 We are privileged to be able help our troops overseas connect with their families. In fact, in order to drive more donations, when you lease or purchase a new or used vehicle from us, we are including a $50 gas card for your donation at one per transaction. Mark Lawless. GSM Cell Phones for Soldiers was founded in 2004 by teenagers Robbie and Brittany Bergquist at the ages of 12 and 13. The charity has since provided 181 million minutes of free talk time to servicemen and women sta-

Faulkner-Ciocca Partners with Cell Phones for Soldiers

tioned around the world. Funds raised from the recycling of cellular phones are used to purchase prepaid international calling cards. On average, Cell Phones for Soldiers distribute 12,000 calling cards each week to bases around the world, care package programs, deployment ceremonies and VA hospitals. Each year we have been humbled by the amount of people and organizations that take the initiative to support our troops, said co-founder Brittany Bergquist. The communication gap between those serving and their families is a crucial need that Cell Phones for Soldiers is committed to addressing for years to come. Donated phones are sent to Mindful eCycling for recycling. For every donated phone valued at $5, Cell Phones for Soldiers is able to provide two and a half hours of free talk time to deployed troops. Approximately half of the phones Mindful eCycling processes are reconditioned and reused. Phones and components that cannot be refurbished are dismantled and responsibly recycled to reclaim materials.

Mr. Murphy has been in practice in PennMaster of Education in Audiology from University of Virginia in the Spring of 1987. Mr. Murphy is affiliated with a number of hearing related national and international organizations. He can be reached at hearingdoc@aol.com and by phone at 215-804-1111.

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Celebrate Creation
I dont know if there is such a thing as a perfect month, but if there is, I think June would qualify for that title. There are so many things about June that make it seem so wonderful and beautiful. Take all the green, for instance. Grass is green and lush, trees are bursting forth with green leaves, and theres just such a sense of life all around us. The rich diversity of flowers, with all their varied colors and shapes, surround us, and we can just look around and see the beauty of nature. The days are longer, the nights are comfortable, the temperature is warm, but not usually scorching, and the humidity of July and August is still in the future. So we spend time outdoors, enjoying the warmth and the sun, rediscovering the joys of favorite outdoor activities, and finding fulfillment in being with family and friends. Its full bore grilling season, and is there anything better than a burger or a sausage hot off the grill? Its the season to break out the iced tea and the lemonade, to sit back on a warm evening and enjoy a cold drink, and to look up at the stars, relax, and find a measure of peace in the hectic-ness of our daily life. For many, June is time to go to the beach, go down the shore, and get away for a day or two or twelve. And by the way, blessings to all the folks down at the shore who are rebuilding and reopening after Sandy I hope this is their best summer ever. Swimming pools are crowded, backyard pools are in constant use, and a lawn sprinkler becomes a source of neighborhood fun. June is when baseball really gets serious (unless, like me, you are a fan of the Chicago Cubs, in which case, June is when you start saying, wait til next year). June is a time to go to your local park and support your Little League team, and a time to go to the area minor league teams and have a good time under the stars with family and friends. June is the most popular month for weddings, and why not? Weddings are about love and hope and new life together, a future bright with promise, and so is June. June is, for me, a happy time, usually, and a time to unwind a little and appreciate all the beauty around me. And in appreciating all the beauty of nature and all the beauty of life, I am reminding, quite powerfully, to give thanks to the One who gave us all this beauty, who gave us all the gift of life. As we celebrate all the rich diversity of creation, in June and year round, we should also celebrate the Creator of it all, and give full thanks and praise to our God, a God who revels in the beauty of creation, a God who goes, Yeah!, every time a flower blooms, a God who delights in love and rejoices in our celebrations, a God who blesses us all with the gift of life, and who blesses us with the gift of a creation beautiful beyond words. But even more amazing than that, this very same Creator of the universe is also the God who loves each one of us with and infinitely deep and passionate love that sees the beauty in each one of us, who sees the beauty in all of life, and who blesses us every day with the means and the opportunities to feel and share that amazing divine love. The Creator of all is also the God who knows me, and knows you, and cares about me, and cares about you. What a beautiful thing to consider as we marvel at, and as we enjoy, the full richness of the world we live in, the world God has given to us to enjoy, and to nurture, and to care for, so that our children and grandchildren and beyond can also enjoy the work of Gods hand. So celebrate the beauty that is June, and celebrate the beauty that is our world, and celebrate the beauty that is life, and celebrate the beauty that is you. And give thanks to the Creator of it all, the Creator who also knows you by name and loves you forever.

Upper Bucks Area Places of Worship


Christ Lutheran Church 1 Luther Lane PO Box 569 Trumbauersville, PA 18970 215-536-3193 Pastor: Carolann Hopke 9:00am Worship, 10:15 Sunday School Free Drive-in Movies Friday evenings June through August, Handicapped accessible, Family Friendly Church Grace Bible Fellowship Church 1811 Old Bethlehem Pike N. Quakertown, PA 18951 215-536-6096 grace@quakertownbfc.org www.quakertownbfc.org Pastor: Ron Kohl, Sr. Pastor June July August: Sunday- 9am Combined Worship Service, Toddler class (age 3&4), Childrens church K-4th, 6:30pm Evening Worship; Wednesday- 6:30pm Teens for Christ (6th-12th), 7pm Kids Club, 7pm Teens, young adult, adult bible study Good News Church 424 Juniper Street Quakertown, PA 18951 215-536-4393 www.gnciv.org Pastor: David Mackey, Jr. Sunday service & childrens church 10:30am, Wed. Bible Study 7:30pm. Friendly, Bible-based, Christ-centered, Spirit-led Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church 2966 Old Bethlehem Pike Zionhill, PA 18981 215-536-7288 pastor@zion-zionhill.org Pastor: James Saboe Sunday School all ages 9:00am, Worship services 10:15am, We at Zion invite all to worship and fellowship with us. Evangel Assembly of God 401 Arch Street Perkasie, PA 18944 215-453-1565 www.perkasieag.org Pastor: Rev. Gary Saul Where Gods Love Changes Lives MorningStar Moravian Church 234 S. Main Street Coopersburg, PA 18036 610-282-1908 coopmoravian@aol.com Pastor: Lance Fox Sunday services 10:00am. Small, friendly Protestant church. Community mission: Serving free dinners once per month. All are welcome. Call for information. Good Shepherd Church (Episcopal) 1634 Hilltown Pike Hilltown, PA 18927 215-536-3193 Pastor: Harper Turney 10:00am Sunday Eucharist St. Johns Lutheran Church 4 South Main Street Richlandtown, PA 18955 215-536-5027 secretary@sjrpa.org www. sjrpa.org Pastor: Susan Sosnin Sunday morning worship at 9:30am with holy communion first and third Sundays of the month. Sunday school 8:30am Ridge Valley United Church of Christ 905 Allentown Road Sellersville, PA 18960 215-257-7244 rvucc.pastor@verizon.net www.ridgevalleyucc.org Pastor: Rev. Steve Myren We are a vibrant, welcoming Family of Faith. Worship: Sundays 9:30am. Ridge Valley: Growing Together in Gods Love. The Gathering (at the Barn) 24 Greentop Road Sellersville, PA 18960 215-529-6824 tomdaugherty@live.com www.thegatheringchristianfellowship.com Pastor: Tom Daugherty St. Pauls Lutheran Church of Applebachsville 837 Old Bethlehem Road Quakertown, PA 18951 215-536-5789 stpauls@netcarrier.com www.quakertown.net/stpauls Pastor: Rev. David Heckler We believe in sharing Gods love in joyful service. Come and see. All are welcome. St. Matthews Lutheran Church 3668 Ridge Road Perkasie, PA 18944 215-795-2965 office@kellerschurch.org www.kellerschurch.org Pastor: Robert E. Mitman June 2 - Sept 8: Summer Worship 9:00am, Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sunday. Regular schedule resumes September 15. Emmanuel Episcopal Church 560 S. Main Street Quakertown, PA 18951 215-536-3040 emmanuelchurch11@yahoo.com www.emmanuelquakertown.org Sept-June: Sunday services at 8am and 10am; July-August: 9:00am Visitors and new members always welcome! Church of the Incarnation (Anglican-Episcopal) 44 S. 8th Street Quakertown, PA 18951 215-538-3787 Andores@verizon.net www.IncarnationQuakertown.org Pastor: Most Rev. Thomas J. Kleppinger Traditional worship, Biblical faith Sunday 10:30am, Wednesday 10:00am First United Methodist Church 501 Market Street Perkasie, PA 18944 215-257-4626 fumcperkasie@verizon.net www.fumcperkasie@verizon.net Pastor: Steward Warner Our mission: Share Gods love, Make and nurture disciples of Jesus Christ, Have a positive impact on our community and world. Trinity Great Swamp UCC 9150 Spinnerstown Road Spinnerstown 215-679-7710 tgsucc@verizon.net www.tgsucc.org Pastor: David R. Ellis / Matt Gorkos Sunday services 8am in Grove Chapel, 9:30am in the church, Communion 1st Sunday of month at 8am. Sunday School resumes in September Trinity Lutheran Church 102 N. Hellertown Avenue Quakertown 215-536-4345 www.trinityquakertown.org Pastor: Lynnette R. Chapman 9am traditional services, 10:30am Contempory Service until September 8th, Handicapped Accessible, Family Friendly Church, Dynamic Music Ministry, Kidspiration Services Holy Spirit Anglican Church 1133 W. Orvilla Road Hatfield, PA 19440 215-453-7452 rtutton@verizon.net www.holyspiritanglicanhatfield.org Pastor: Rev. Robert Tutton We are a traditional conservative Evangelical Christian church. Pennridge Christian Fellowship 720 Blooming Glen Road Blooming Glen, PA 18911 215-257-7309 kallebach@pennridgecf.org www.pennridgecf.org Pastor: Thomas Vargis Sunday worship 10:30am, Sunday School after song service for infants to age 12. Wed evenings 7pm with prayer, crossroads youth and (Sept-April) boys and girls clubs. Everyone is welcome. Richland Friends Meeting (Quaker) Main Street at Mill Rd & Park Avenue Quakertown, PA 18951 215-538-7555 Clerks: Kathy Redding, Jack Schick Absolute freedom of thought and worship is our faith and practice over 300 years in Quakertown. Join us 10:30am Sundays

Senator Mensch Attends NCSL Fellows Program


Thirty-five state legislators and legislative staff from 26 states and Puerto Rico, including Senator Bob Mensch (R-24), were selected as Early Learning Fellows by the National Conferen ce of State Legislatures (NCSL). Now in its second year, the program exposes fellows to the latest research and state policy ideas during a yearlong series of webinars and meetings on how best to make sure young children get a positive start in life. The NCSL Early Learning Fellows Program provided opportunities to learn about cutting-edge research and best practices in early childhood education from experts in academia and public school district, said New Hampshire state Representative Mary Gile, last years fellow and chair of the House Education Committee. Meetings and webinars offered stimulating, inspiring and affirming information from both theoretical and practical perspectives. I especially appreciated meeting and working with legislative colleagues from across the nation. The fellows were nominated by state leadership and selected based on their interest and commitment to a wide range of education, health, human services, state budget and other issues as they relate to early learning. In addition to exploring new research and policy ideas, lawmakers and staff learned and strategized about federal initiatives. I was honored to be selected for this program, said Senator Mensch (R-24). Education is a fundamental aspect of our childrens lives. This program demonstrated that a balance of funds, tools, and policies are needed in order to give our children the best possible options. The 2013-2014 Early Learning fellows program kicked off May 1st and 2nd during NCSLs Spring Forum in Denver. A final meeting focusing on the best practices and latest science will be held Dec. 6th and 7th in Washington, D.C. No tax dollars were used for program expenses.

Did you know? In both regular and leap years, no other month begins on the same day of the week as June.

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House Moves to Act Against Child ID Theft


The House recently approved a bill State Representative Paul Clymer co-sponsored aimed at combating the growing crime of child identity theft. House Bill 714 would include children within a protected class of victims for which the offense of identity theft receives an enhanced grading. Often, a child doesnt know his or her identity has been stolen until many years after the fact, when he or she first applies for college assistance or a credit card. This can lead to financial headaches and delayed enrollment in college until the situation can be resolved. The Federal Trade Commission has recognized identity theft committed against children as a growing problem. One study that found an estimated 142,000 instances of identity theft are perpetrated against children in the United States each year. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration.

Codependency can be described as the set of thoughts, feelings and behaviors that can be somewhat encompassed as unhealthy caretaking. It is the effect on the object of the care that is unhealthy, as well as on the codependent individual. The origin of the concept of co-dependency came out of the awareness of addiction treatment professionals and the 12-community that the persons close to the addict often get as emotionally and mentally ill as much as the addict . The prefix co literally means two or together. Therefore, if we break it down, we have two dependencies; the addict is dependent on the substance and the co-dependent is dependent on the addict. This does not mean necessarily mean financial dependence; it rather is dependence as in a fixation on that individuals behavior. As stated, codependency is characterized by a set of thoughts, feelings and behaviors. The codependents behaviors are often characterized as enabling, or doing for the addict what the addict should do for themselves, i.e., making excuses for the addict, minimizing their addiction, supporting them in their addiction by paying their bills or calling them out of work. The codependent truly believes they are doing what is in the best interest of their addicted loved one and that their role is to save this addict at any cost financially,

What is Codependency?

emotionally or mentally. They have difficulty setting appropriate boundaries and limits in fear of losing the addict. They become so consumed with this fixation that they begin to neglect themselves and what is important to them. The relationship becomes progressively more dysfunctional and selfdestructive for the codependent because they are trying to control the addiction, which is impossible. They become increasingly frustrated with their inability to coerce or change the addicts thinking and behavior which eventually creates disharmony, bitterness and resentments. Often the codependent will try to use guilt as a way to control or manipulate the addict to get clean and sober, which does not work. All of this serves to perpetuate the illusion for the codependent that they have some control over the addiction, which of course they do not. Letting go of that belief is a difficult one because the idea of being powerless over anothers addiction is painful and frightening. It means it is out of their hands, which is terrifying. It is imperative that the codependent seek some type of support, education and counseling to understand these behaviors and develop healthy coping strategies. My belief is that All persons are truly greater than they think they are.

Susan V. Brewer is a Certified Life Coach and Psychotherapist in the Upper Bucks County Area. She can be reached at 215-872-4219. Visit her website at www.balancelife4u.com.

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- Mark Twain

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Sleepy Hollow Ranch


by thomas van moore

The Legend of the

Fifty years ago this November, an early morning fire burned down the wood-frame main buildings and scorched the good earth where Country & Western music, rodeos and good clean fun had been had by allthe Sleepy Hollow Ranch, six miles west of Quakertown, just outside Spinnerstown on the eastern boundary of Pennsburg. It was The Spot for national and local country music, hosted by Pancake Pete, wife Sophie, Elmer and wife Julie and their four kidsthe Newmans. Complete with the Sleepy Hollow Inn and bar, a rodeo, picnic grove, souvenir and ice cream/concession stands, pony ride area and thousands of attendees, this local jewel hosted scores of national award winning singers and entertainers. The Ranch only had partial insurance so it never did rise again from the ashes except for two well-attended revivals in 1986 & 1989. The cause of the fire was never determined although the fire marshal negated arson or any other intentional cause. The 13 acre facility had featured weekend fun and entertainment for 23 years. Within two years after the fire, both Newman families had sold their homes and that hallowed ground. It was a place where we were fortunate enough to sign autographs next to the featured stars on weekends and then take out the garbage on Monday, said Charlie Newman, 72 year-old son of co-founders Elmer and Julie. Older brother Danny stated, I think about it (the ranch) almost every day. Ironically, no one that is left in the family can recall how the name Sleepy Hollow attached itself to The Ranch. Danny, Charlie, Kenny and Maryeva Newman are the offspring of the founders of SH. All were musicians that played on campus as the Junior Sleepy Hollow Gang. Their bloodline is thick in musical entertainment comprising a childhood that was rich in rubbing elbows with the stars, but also just a pretty common way to grow on a farm in Gods country. Not that big a deal with them at the time. The youngsters enjoyed occasional discussions with the Eddy Arnolds, Patsy Clines, Roy Rogers, Gene Autrys, Hank Snows, Bill Haleys, and on-and-on. So how did all this come about over there on that Pennsburg piece of land that was barely on the Quakertown School District side of what then was the old route 663? There were 51 billboard signs throughout Pennsylvania that led you there and Levys Bus Service vehicles were loaded with out-of-state country fans. How did it happen? A set of brothers, Pete and Elmer were award-winning music-makers on a Des Moines, Iowa radio station in the early 1930s who eventually got the two Minnesota and then Iowa-based Murray sisters, Sophie and Julie to come to the Philly area where Pete & Elmer were now practicing their wares on Philly radio stations in the late 30s. The brothers and sisters were married in 1937 (Pete and Sophie) and 1940 (Elmer and Julie) and on May 4, 1940 (Julies birthday) opened SHR. On Pete and Sophies 37 wedding in Skippack, Julie said People paid admission to see the wedding. The Newman couples wrote and

recorded many country songs in those days and were on national radio and then television as life expanded in eastern Pennsylvania. The opening SH show featured the Georgia Crackers. The high-level talent that followed them to that two-lane road country palace included local lady of renown Sally Starr, Rex Trailer, The Mills Brothers, Jimmy Dean, Sons Of The Pioneers, Smiley Burnette, Mother Maybelle and the Carter Sisters/ Family, Roy Acuff, Lefty Frizzell, Hank Thompson, George Jones, Chet Atkins, Kitty Wells, Red Foley, Ernie Tubbs, Ray Price, Doug Kershaw, Loretta Lynn, Cowboy Copas, Bill Monroe, Roy Clark, etc. As time went by the rock and roll set got to see some musical heroes on stage as the drums/ percussion were introduced to this country stage. Midwestern born but then Chester, PA-based Bill Haley & The Saddlemen performed C&W at SH in the late 40s and early 50s and by 53 they rerouted to country-based

there. We were recognized as one of the top ten rodeos in the U.S.A. voiced Charlie Newman. A typical Sunday music scene was spelled out by Danny Newman. The featured act would do three half-hour shows. They would go on at 3, 6 and 9 p.m. (two afternoon shows, one evening). There was usually another act plus the Sleepy Hollow Ranch Gang. but occasionally there were four acts counting the SHRG. For example: 1 pm, 4 pm and 7 pm-Curley Herdman & The West Virginia Boys; 2 pm, 5 pm and 8 pm-The Sleepy Hollow Ranch Gang; 3 pm, 6 pm and 9 pm-Hank Snow & The Rainbow Ranch Boys While the Friday and Saturday night events would bring maybe a thousand people, Eddy Arnold could bring in close to 8,000 attendees through his Sunday headlining events. All the music was live although in the late 50s Frankie

bass-slapping rnb/rock and roll sound and hit the Top Ten charts, playing The Ranch as Bill Haley & The Comets. Other rock acts there were crossover artist George Hamilton IV, Tommy Sands, The Everly Brothers, Jan & Dean, Bobby Darin, Frankie Avalon, and rockabilly cats like Carl Perkins and Gene Vincent. If you peruse Billboards C & W and its Top 40 Hits listings, it adds up to more than 100 Number One Hits and at least 600 in the Top Ten. Its mind-boggling when you take those numbers in. For the first few years, there were multiple shows Saturday and Sunday but as time went by the Ranch was open Friday and Saturday for square dancing, food and drink. The Sleepy Hollow Inn was open six nights a week and Saturday and Sunday afternoons and evenings for dinners, snacks and beverages--both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. No alcoholic drinks were served on Sundays. The main attendance draw was the Sunday shows. The Sleepy Hollow Ranch Gang (SHRG) of the 40s on was comprised of the four Newmans, accordionist Monty Rosci and Slim West on bass. Also Just Plain John Oldham sang some religious songs (it was Sunday) and comedian Hank Harrigan kept the crowd in stitches. There were also four rodeos a year

Avalon wanted to lip-synch to his records. He was advised otherwise by Pete Newman. And about those New Jersey fans? It seemed like half of the cars in the parking lots were theirs, recalled Charlie. The entertainment was outside but when rain prevailed, some of the attendees could fit inside but you could easily hear the music in your cars from the parking lots. If rain cut down on the attendance, some featured performers like Hank Snow, Pee Wee King and Little Jimmy Dickens would forgo their pay but ask for their band members to get their greenbacks. If you wonder why a couple of names might be missing from the list of performerslike Hank Williams Sr. (who died prematurely on New Years Day, 1953 and controlled the Country Charts from 47 through 53 with 33 Top Ten Country Hits) heres why. He signed a contract to perform but at the last minute sent a telegram to SHR cancelling his show. Emcee Elmer read the telegram to the attendees and may have been quoted as cursing into the microphone for the first time ever. There was No Show George Jones who did comply with his SHR contract and perform but not Luke The Drifter as Hank Sr. was nicknamed. Willaims died at 29 years of age primarily due to drug and alcohol complications.

And, you may ask about that Presley kid. Well Elvis never made it to Sleepy Hollow but his manager didColonel Tom Parker who managed Eddy Arnold in the 40s and to the mid-50s--when hips began to swivel, a mouth kind of snarled, and the ex-truck driver started recording on the Sun label. Arnold almost always stayed overnight at the Ranch and Parker was often with Arnold. Arnold sold more than 85 million records, primarily on RCA-Victor. Colonel Parker stopped repping Arnold, switched to managing Presley in 56 and took him over to the RCA Victor studios. The rest is money-laden record and movie history. Young Charlie Newman stayed with The Colonel in Memphis for two weeks as a 15 year-old in 1955, something that can be expounded on in a future piece. The old Ranch is now owned by Nancy Hansen Heath, originally out of the King Of Prussia area who co-owns the property with her daughter and the son-in-law. They own eight acres. Nancy says, It seems to have great vibrations, its ironic that we ended up here. My mom is from Texas and she knows all the music that was played here. Nancy is a music aficionado and volunteered/worked the Philly Folkfest for 23 years. Perkasie mayor Bob Bergey had bought the SHR land and housing in 65 from the Newmans, rented it out for a while and sold it to Bob & Linda Duck in 1986. The Ducks quickly learned of and paid frequent homage to the storied past there and opened the property for the two SHR Revivals in the late 80s.. The eastern most piece of the land still houses the home where Danny and Charlie and parents Elmer and Julie lived until 1965 when both couples sold their houses. Charlie Newman said of the 50s, I would receive mail from out of the state that was marked Charlie Newman, Sleepy Hollow, Pennsylvania. That was then but the new mailbox on the site says 1345 Sleepy Hollow Roada street name change from the old Route 663 during the ranchs heyday. Ms. Heath still treasures the history of her present property and has two plaques on the property recognizing what came before. There are two horses and a fair amount of trees on the land and a past home expansion is evident from what was the home of Pete and Sophie back in the day. If that scorched earth and remaining trees could talk Id bet theyd really sing instead, fiddle a-blazing, steel guitar pining and fansapplauding. The words--something along the lines of the chorus and late/departed country entertainers mentioned in the 1961 Number 5 hit by Tex Ritter, I Dreamed Of A Hillbilly Heaven. Tex was another Sleepy Hollow alum. Of the performers alive when the song came out in 61, Tex mentioned the famous pioneers that were, in the future, to fade off into the sunset, the destination that Will Rogers termed The Big Tally Book. Of the 12 listed, eight had performed at Sleepy Hollownine counting the contracted Hank Sr. I dreamed I was there/in Hillbilly Heaven/ it goes, Oh what a beautiful sight. (An article on the Newman-Murray family will be the subject of a future article)

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United Integrity Group Celebrates Opening of New Headquarters

The Board of Directors of the PennridgeQuakertown Area Sports Hall of Fame would like to remind everyone that the 24th Annual Spring Dinner for 2013 Inductees will be held on Friday, May 10, 2013 at Indian Valley Country Club, in Telford, PA. This years inductees include four athletes/coaches from the Pennridge Area and the Quakertown Area. The 2013 Pennridge Area Inductees are: Jeff Lockett (78), Robert (Bob) Shoudt (58), Ben Weidemoyer (58), and Jack Wuerstle (80).

Pennridge-Qtown Sports Hall of Fame Announces 2013 Inductees

(above) Keith Ervin prepares to cut the ribbon on the brand new headquarters for United Integrity Group at 515 S. West End Blvd., Quakertown. The building is the former site of Bucks Countys Upper County Government Services Building that has now undergone a total metamorphosis by UIG into a very modern and attractive multi-business office facility. (below, left to right) Principals of United Integrity Group in their new lobby: Kimberly and Keith Ervin, James Garcia, and Ronald Bresel. photos by michele buono

The 2013 Quakertown Area Inductees are: James Bevan (69), Robert Coach Coleman,

Mary Gerhart Dietz (28), and Ruth Ann Stump Kiesel (71). The dinner is open to the public and will be held at 7:00 PM on Friday night. Tickets cost $34.00 per person. To reserve a seat or table, please call Hall Of Fame President Ray Fox at (215)-536-6649. Please come out to honor these outstanding former athletes and coaches from the past and enjoy a fun night as they are inducted into the Pennridge-Quakertown Hall of Fame, The Halls 24th year. This year the Hall of Fame is lead by (15) volunteers/board members, which includes (12) former Pennridge-Quakertown Hall of Fame inductees.

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Shared Community Commitment


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Business and Professional Womens Club Celebrates 60th Anniversary

Quakertown Business and Professional Womens Club celebrated its 60th Anniversary on May 28, at McCooles Arts and Entertainment Place in Quakertown. State Senator Bob Mensch and State Representative Paul Clymer presented special citations in recognition of the event. The Honorable Judy Olson of the PA Superior Court was the speaker for the evening recognizing the many advances women have made over the past 60 years with a talk entitled From Little Miss to Your Honor. In the photo (left to right) are Senator Mensch; Karen Creghan, President of Quakertown BPW; Representative Clymer; and Judge Judy Olson. photo by michele buono

Upper Bucks County Tech School Receives Healthy Investment


Recently, At Home Certified Senior Healthcare (AHCSH) of Doylestown proudly made a $1,500 donation to the Upper Bucks County Technical Schools Health Care Careers Program as an investment in our future nurses and healthcare workers. After her first visit with the students and faculty in February, Susan Michael, COO of AHCSH, was so impressed with the program that she wanted to do what she could to promote and support our healthcare workers of tomorrow. Some of this years donation will go toward the schools Awards Banquet in May and the rest will be used for handbooks and textbooks. Additionally, AHCSH has made a special ongoing pledge of $500 annually to help cover the cost of updated handbooks each new school year. Ms. Michael is also a member of the UBCTS Occupational Advisory Committee which meets twice a year to review and update the curriculum and brainstorm ways in which to assist our young healthcare workers as they begin their careers.

(left to right) Marie Sauter, Healthcare Careers Instructor at Upper Bucks County Technical; Susan Michael, COO of At Home Certified Senior Healthcare; Stacy Strunk, Healthcare Careers Instructor at Upper Bucks County Technical School and Cathleen Plesnarski, Assistant Director of Upper Bucks County Technical School. submitted photo

June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month. There are plenty of cats and kittens to chose from at the Bucks County SPCAs Upper Bucks shelter. Your purr-fect match is waiting for you! Jazz is a 10 year old spayed female. This older gal is really sweet, gentle and loving with people. Since she wants people all to herself, Jazz would be best as the queen of the house with no other pets. She would prefer a quiet home with older children. Jazz is litter box trained ad tested negative for feline leukemia. The shelter is located at 60 Reservoir Road, Quakertown. You can contact them at 267347-4674 or bcspca.org.

Jazz Needs a Home

Most kids read during the school year because their school has a program that encourages them to read more than they normally would. Unfortunately, it ends when school lets out. It is a great idea to keep kids reading over the summer for enjoyment and it will help them next year in school. I made a list of some suggestions on how to get kids into reading when they are on summer break. - Parents can read more. When parents make it a point to try to read more, or make it into a family activity, kids will sit down with a book too. Reading aloud to each other is also a fun thing to do even for older kids. Each member of the family can take turns reading aloud from a favorite book. - Join a summer book club. Book clubs are fun to take part in. In the clubs, kids can meet new friends and talk about books they really like. If you cant find a book club, why not start one in your neighborhood? A cool idea is to have a club where you compare the movie to the book! - If you are going on vacation, get your kid a book about, or that takes place in, the area where you are going. It will make the vacation even more special. - Read the first book of a series. There are a ton of great series to choose from. When you get done reading the first book, it makes you want to read the next! - Make unplugged time set aside for reading. Turn off the TV, Xbox, iPods, PlayStations and cell phones, find a comfortable chair, maybe even go outside and read! - Remember that magazines and comics are great ways to get kids into reading too. Some kids may find these more interesting. You can make your own reward chart for time spent reading and encourage your kids even more. - Spend extra-time at the library or in a local bookstore. Having a lot of books to choose from helps kids find something they want to read. Speaking of libraries and bookstores, there are some great local events going on this summer to help kids keep reading. The Quakertown Branch of the Bucks County Free Library has a great summer reading log program that starts June 22. Kids who

Keep Kids Reading This Summer

read can earn entries for great prizes including a Nintendo 3DS or a family trip to The Great Wolf Lodge in the Poconos! In addition to the summer reading logs, the library offers great programs for kids of all ages like storytime (including a special storytime called Kindergarten Here I Come for kids entering Kindergarten), science programs, 4H Pet Care, a Scavenger Hunt and a lot more! Visit the Quakertown branch of the Bucks County Free Library at www.buckslib.org/libraries/quakertown to learn more! The Doylestown Bookshop is ready for summer reading with their Summer Explorers Camp. There are camps for kids pre-K 8th grade. It is a six week camp that meets once a week. Each week of the camp has a different theme like Its Good to Be Green and Thats Hilarious! The Doylestown Bookshop also offers a Young Adult Book Reviewer club for kids ages 14 and over. In the club the kids get advanced copies of books that havent been released yet to review! To learn more about these programs visit doylestownbookshop.com. Harleysville Books has a great summer reading program that benefits kids and their schools. The more kids read from either The Infinity Ring or Junie B. Jones series they can earn discounts at the store and when they shop at the store, their schools library will earn credit towards new books! Harleysville Books also offers camps, book clubs, and family events to keep summer reading fun. Visit www.HarleysvilleBooks.com for more information. The Upper Perkiomen Valley Library in nearby Red Hill has a lot of fun events planned also. They offer a free summer reading club in which kids who sign up at the library and read books though the summer, can earn tickets for activities at the mini-carnival held by the library in September. To learn more, visit www.upvlibrary.org. For book reviews and more on reading, please visit my blog at www.thiskidreviewsbooks.com. Happy summer reading!

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It was a beautiful day for the Annual Quakertown Memorial Day Parade (above) One-year-old Denver Burlie gets a little help on his salute from his dad, Ian. (below) American Legion School award winner Caitlyn DiCara with her grandfather Sgt. Chester Westgate, a World War II Battle of the Bulge veteran, and Congressman Paul Clymer. photos by michele buono

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