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In today's high-stress, fast-paced world, it can be all too easy to forget to relax and have fun. Doing yoga and meditating are just some ways to de-stress. But, what about banging on a drum? The Lehigh Valley Drum Circle uses drumming as a therapeutic and healing tool. Seniors, Cancer Patients and those with Mental and Physical disabilities can benefit. Drumming helped Stephanie Schmoyer through breast cancer treatment, earlier this year. She says drumming helped her forget about her problems, during a very hard time. The drum circle is also a great way let go and unwind. You can get more information and learn about the drum circle's upcoming events at: www.LVDrumcircle.com.
For anyone considering installing a solar system, now may be a better time than ever to do so. One Lynn Township family decided to go with solar recently and they're taking advantage of some great refunds. Pennsylvania is offering over $22,000, while there is a 30% federal tax credit right now. "Renewable energy credits" come from the excess energy the solar system produces. A monthly income of $350-$400 a month can be made from the credits. The Greenawalt's system's total price tag is around $100,000. They expect it will be paid off in six and a half years. To help you decide if "getting off the grid" is a good option for your home, check out the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection's website at: www.depweb.state.pa.us
The American Red Cross has issued an urgent call for blood donors. They've had a particulary difficult time recruiting enough donors this summer. All types are needed, but especially type O Negative.
August 19, 1 - 6 p.m., Our Lady of Lourdes, Weatherly
August 25, 1 - 6 p.m., Jim Thorpe Memorial Hall
August 30, 2 - 6 p.m., Palmerton Borough Hall (Blood Mobile)
August 31, 1 - 6 p.m., Franklin Township Vol. Fire Co.
To schedule an appointment call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org
Send comments and suggestions to:
Dr. Kathleen Patnode
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Pennsylvania Field Office
315 South Allen Street, Suite 322
State College, PA 16801
e-mail: Kathleen_Patnode@fws.gov
Helping homeless families in Carbon County. Contact Larissa Kimmel at 610-577-5060 or www.familypromise.org.
Monetary donations can be mailed to:
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church
172 S. Third St.
Lehighton, PA 18235
Perishable and non-perishable food can be brought to the church.
Contact Jean Zimmerman at 610-377-2021 to deliver meals in the Panther Valley area.
A 165 mile trail runs from Wilkes-Barre all the way to Bristol, Bucks County. It’s called the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor. The heart of that massive trail runs right through Carbon, Lehigh, and Northampton Counties. But, new federal funding cuts leave the popular tourist attraction in jeopardy. D & L uses federal money to fund the people who manage its programs. D & L is asking you to write to your local legislators and ask them to remember what the trail means to the area. Click the link below to contact Congress about the issue.
https://secure2.convio.net/nthp/site/Advocacy?cmd=display&page=UserAction&id=536
If you received a check in the mail and a letter advising you to become a mystery shopper, its more than likely fraudulent. Do NOT CASH THE CHECK. For more information visit www.mysteryshop.org, www.fakechecks.org, or contact the Federal Trade Commission at www.ftc.gov.
College graduates having trouble making their monthly loan repayments can now take advantage of a new program. The Income Base Repayment program helps borrowers repay their loans based on their current income. To see if you are eligible visit stduentaid.ed.gov or call 800-692-7392.
The Zion UCC Church offers the Angel Food Program. For just $30 you can buy a box of food to feed a family of four for a week. If you eat, you qualify - no one gets turned away. For more information contact Andrea at ZionAngel@ptd.net.
Crews are constructing a new building at the Slatington Trailhead...it'll include bathrooms, a meeting room and kitchen, as well as a patio and breezeway. The Northern Lehigh Historical Society is organizing the project. They're still raising money for the trailhead improvements. If you'd like to donate send a check to:
Northern Lehigh Historical Society
P.O. Box 101
Slatington, Pa 18080
For more information on PA Career Link and their services, contact them at (570)325-2701. Their offices are located at 69 Broadway in Jim Thorpe. They can provide customers with the services mentioned on the May 4th Valley Report newscast...To visit them online visit their website at http://www.carboncareerlink.com.
To donate to the Pazzazz Kennel, contact the First Federal Commonwealth Credit Union at (800) 472-3272ý or
(610) 577-0200ý. Their address is 430 South 7th Street Lehighton, PA.
The Amazing Grace Spay Neuter Program provides assistance to families to get their dog or cat spayed or neutered. The program is sponsored by the Mahoning Township Lions Club. With the assistance of several area veterinary hospitals, qualified families can get help through discounted services and donations. To find out more about the program call 570-778-6886. Or e-mail AmazingGraceSNP@yahoo.com
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Radon Homepage
http://www.dep.state.pa.us/dep/deputate/airwaste/rp/Radon_division/Radon_Homepage.htm
Buyers 1st Inspection Service
(610)681-6160
When there's an emergency like flooding or any other natural disaster - who takes care of the animals? Well in Carbon County that would be CART - an animal response team. But for the group to be the best that it can be it needs volunteers! Volunteers just need a few hours a month to take a FREE class to train them for the program. If you'd like to find out more about CART just call one of the numbers below:
Tony: 570-645-7800
Donna: 610-826-4901
Carbon County Emergency Managment Agency: 570-325-3097
Weatherization assistance is available for low income families. The program enables families to permanently reduce energy bills by making energy efficient. For more informatoin visit energy.gov/energyefficiency
Check the Health Inspections of a local restaurant
http://pa.state.gegov.com/pennsylvania/search.cfm
Register to be notified of offender's latest status.
www.pacrimevictims.state.pa.us
1-866-972-7284
Help catch the bad guys!!!
E-mail and telephone scams are surfacing using the IRS name as a lure. The goal of the scams is to trick you into revealing personal and financial information used to commit identity theft. In one scam the caller identifies himself as an IRS employee and offers a sizeable rebate for filing early. Another offers the victim a tax refund for a specific amount. A third e-mail scam notifies the recipient his or her tax return will be audited. They are all phony… the IRS does not send unsolicited, tax account related e-mails to taxpayers If you receive a questionable e-mail forward it to phishing@ IRS.gov.
Motorists can get updates on bridge and road repairs at www.neparoads.com
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