By Jennifer LoConte Originally started in 1993 as a small, local 5K race promoting women’s groups and overall fitness, the Women’s 5K Classic has become a leading non-profit organization and its’ annual 5K event has grown into one of the largest all-women’s races in Pennsylvania today. Last year alone, 5,400 women participated and $240,000 was raised for breast and female ... »
By Sara Vigneri The perfect place setting, whether you’re dining indoors or out Ceramic Lantern, $20 Gail Gray Home Furnishings and Design The Promenade Shops Saucon Valley 484.223.3301 gailgrayhome.com Blair 2012 Pinot Grigio, $14.99 Blair Vineyards Kutztown 610.683.8463 blairvineyards.com Nambe Tilt Wine Coaster, $50 mytableware.com Schnecksville 610.769.4050 Count... »
It’s all about old and new in Forks Township. A case in point is the restored merchant’s wagon which grabs the spotlight within the clean architectural lines of the Forks Township Municipal Building on Sullivan Trail. And Sullivan Trail itself, still one of the municipality’s main thoroughfares, marks the route taken by Major General John Sullivan in June 1779 as he marche... »
By Nancy Moffett Walk into the B&B Pools store located in the Shoppes at Hellertown, and the first thing you’ll notice is a wall loaded with awards given to Barry Bartakovits Custom Pools (BBCP) by the Northeast Spa & Pool Association, Penn Jersey Pool & Spa, Lehigh Valley Builders Association…more than 30 from various organizations. The latest is a source of p... »
By Cathy Kiley I am almost embarrassed to admit that it took me over a year and a half to visit Cosmopolitan. However, I must say, “better late than never!” The moment you enter the architectural delight that is Cosmopolitan, you’ll feel you’ve stepped back in time. The dining room is what one can only describe as classic, with richly-draped windows accenting the well-spac... »
By Sara Hodon Diabetes is a complicated condition, but a combination of education and self-discipline can make it easier to manage. “Diabetes Mellitus is a group of diseases in which high blood sugar, or glucose, levels are caused by defects in the body’s ability to produce and/or use insulin. Insulin is a hormone made in the body to convert sugar, starches and food into e... »
By Nancy Moffett “Trees properly placed around buildings can reduce air conditioning needs by 30 percent and can save 20-50 percent in energy used for heating.” – USDA Forest Service “Landscaping, especially with trees, can increase property values as much as 20 percent.” – Management Information Services/International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Most of the ... »
Dear Readers, A time for new beginnings, it seems only fitting that I start my role as Editor with the Spring issue. I have written for Lehigh Valley Marketplace since 2009 and now have the privilege of working alongside the magazine’s professional staff and talented group of writers. Thanks to all of you for your warm welcome, responsiveness and patience. I would be remi... »
By Sara Vigneri You don’t need to waste money on travel to access great golf, the Lehigh Valley is home to plenty of amazing courses. Before you head out to the links, be sure to ramp up your golf game with some new gear to rival Bubba on the greens. FootJoy Sport Golf Shoe $119 Bethlehem Golf Club – Bethlehem 610.691.9393 – bethlehemgc.com Angry Birds Go... »
Positioned along the banks of the Delaware River, Phillipsburg is the largest town in Warren County, New Jersey. Like many towns in the Lehigh Valley, Phillipsburg was settled by Native Americans in the mid-1600s, but growth came slowly – there were 30 homes in 1820 and only 50 in 1847 – and the town wasn’t officially incorporated until March of 1861. By 1870 the populat... »
