By Kathryn M. D’Imperio If you feel split on the decision of a real tree versus a fake tree for Christmas, you are not alone. Each type of Christmas tree comes with its own set of plusses and minuses, and each family may see these pros and cons differently from the next. Things that matter to one family may be irrelevant to another, making the great Christmas tree debate a... »
By Angela Bristow Three local authors have recently published books on subjects as varied as Bucks County, Washington’s slave William Lee, and the healing power of friendship. The book: Bucks County Pennsylvania, ISBN 978-0-7643-4025-3, Schiffer Publishing Ltd. The author: Kathryn Finegan Clark The sellers: Independent and online booksellers or schifferbooks.com The story:... »
By Mary Beth Schwartz When the holidays come around, there are so many things on my checklist. A visit to the Lehigh Valley Mall for a picture with Santa Claus. Christmas shopping and present wrapping. A ride on the Polar Express train. Decorating the Christmas tree. And, last but not least, preparing the great Christmas feast. But thanks to some of the Lehigh Valley’s dec... »
By Sara Hodon Digital Future Now 45 Warwick Street I Bethlehem, PA 610-866-9961 I digitalfuturenow.com Commercial customers looking to upgrade their existing technology and residential customers looking to complete their home entertainment systems can find everything they need through Digital Future Now. For nearly two decades, Digital Future Now has specialized in sate... »
By Sara Hodon Beautiful Home 10 N. 3rd Street I Emmaus, PA 18049 I 610-774-9777 Start to finish, large or small, interior design firm Beautiful Home can help you with your next decorating project. For the past 15 years, owners Quentin Eshelman and Ronald Gilbert have worked with clients on design projects of all sizes. Whether redoing one room or an entire home, Eshelm... »
By Angela Bristow With parents often having their own hang-ups about going to the dentist, some struggle with convincing their children to see a dentist. But according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), establishing the right oral care habits early helps get kids headed on the path to a lifetime of good oral health. Why use a pediatric dentist for your ... »
By Angela Bristow Something that was always a source of pride for me growing up was the fact that our family canned or froze vegetables and fruit to enjoy in the winter. When the other kids were eating out-of-season, hard-as-rocks fruit or anemic tomatoes that didn’t taste anything like a tomato, I was enjoying canned run-down-your-chin, juicy peaches and bright red tomato... »
On the first Friday of the month, Downtown Bethlehem opens the doors to their local stores and venues to celebrate the community’s involvement in the arts and culture. The Downtown Bethlehem Association has continually been able to showcase the thriving local atmosphere. The event, known as First Friday, has been a successful venture for several years. Every month brings s... »
By J.F. Pirro We are beside the Saucon Creek at Grist Mill Park behind the historic Wagner Grist Mill in Hellertown. While John and Amy Carber, owners of Sportsman’s Table, set up shop on a sturdy picnic table, eager fishermen throw lines into the creek and surrounding ponds. If anyone lands “the big one,” the portable filet station that John has set up could come in handy... »
By Sara Vigneri As a kid, I detested theatre. I remember a class trip to see My Fair Lady and thinking that I would rather be in math class than endure the play. Until not long ago, I still thought that going to see a show was about as exciting as attending someone else’s high school graduation. But somehow, I have managed to raise two daughters who are completely addicted... »
