In the United States, Patriot Day occurs on September 11 of each year, held in memory of the 2,977 people killed

in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Initially, the day was called the Prayer and Remembrance for the Victims of the Terrorist Attacks on September 11, 2001. U.S. House of Representatives Joint Resolution 71 was approved by a vote of 4070 on October 25, 2001. It requested that the President designate September 11 of each year as "Patriot Day". President George W. Bush signed the resolution into law on December 18, 2001. It is a day of remembrance. On September 4, 2002, President Bush used his authority created by the

resolution and proclaimed September 11, 2002 as Patriot Day. On this day, the President requests that the American flag be flown at half-staff at individual American homes, at the White House, and on all U.S. government buildings and establishments, home and abroad. The President also asks Americans to observe a moment of silence beginning at 8:46am (Eastern Daylight Time), the time the first plane struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. The National September 11 Memorial, at the former World Trade Center site, is a tribute of remembrance and honor to the nearly 3,000 people killed in

the terror attacks of September 11, 2001 at the World Trade Center site, near Shanksville, PA, and at the Pentagon, as well as the six people killed in the World Trade Center bombing in February 1993. The Memorials twin reflecting pools are each nearly an acre in size

and feature the largest manmade waterfalls in the North America. The pools sit within the footprints where the Twin Towers once stood. Architect Michael Arad and landscape architect Peter Walker created the Memorial design selected from a global

design competition that included more than 5,200 entries from 63 nations. The names of every person who died in the 2001 and 1993 attacks are inscribed into bronze panels edging the Memorial pools, a powerful reminder of the largest loss of life resulting from a foreign attack on American soil and the greatest single loss of rescue personnel in American history. The National September 11 Memorial Museum will serve as the countrys principal institution for examining the implications of the events of 9/11, documenting the impact of those events and exploring the continuing significance of September 11, 2001. The Museums

110,000 square feet of exhibition space will be located within the archaeological heart of the World Trade Center sitetelling the story of 9/11 through multimedia displays, archives, narratives and a collection of monumental and authentic artifacts. The lives of every victim of the 2001 and 1993 attacks will be commemorated as visitors have the opportunity to learn about the men, women, and children who died. The monumental artifacts of the Museum provide a link to the events of 9/11. For more information on the National September 11 Memorial and Museum, or to make a donation, visit the website at www.911memorial.org.

Boy Scout Troop 33 and Venturing Crew 33 of Pen Argyl will hold their Annual Flag Retirement on Sunday, September 9th, at 2pm. It will be held at Scout Hall located in the park across from Weona Park in Pen Argyl. The Troop is accepting flags for

retirement up to and including that day. The Troop and Crew are chartered though the Charles Nelson Lobb Post 502 of The American Legion in Pen Argyl. As a Troop/Crew, they hold this annual ceremony to pay tribute

to this symbol of our great Country. The public is invited to observe this formal ceremony (please bring a chair). Flags can be dropped off at Scout Hall. Anyone wanting to drop them off in person, can do so every Tuesday at 7pm in Scout Hall. To date, they have retired 6893 flags. Flags may be dropped off at Scout Hall anytime throughout the year for retirement. Troop 33 is proud to offer this Service to our Country. Please treat Old Glory with honor and respect, when faded, tattered, or ripped retire her in a proper ceremony.

All of us at the PRESS would like to Honor and Remember those lost on September 11th, 2001. We Will Never Forget. The Slate Belt Dinner Dance, sponsored by Michael Ninno and Steve DeFrank, was a success. Over 60 people attended and the

proceeds were donated to Eastern Paralyzed Veterans of the Allentown Resuce Mission. The Bangor High School Class of 1945 will be holding their Reunion on September 15th, 1pm, at the Broadway Pub. For more information, call Elizabeth Stenlake at 610-588-1712.

Happy Birthday wishes are sent to Elisa Yeagle. She will be celebrating her 6th birthday on September 6th. Have a wonderful day, Elisa! Robert Bastedo will be celebrating his birthday on September 8th. Have a wonderful day, Robert! We would like to wish Cody Jancovic a very Happy Birthday on September 8th. April Stine will be celebrating her birthday on September 12th. Have a great day, April! Brownie Troop 8350 of Bangor are on a mission to celebrate International Day of Peace on September 21st. They would like to promote Pinwheels for Peace, by having the community donate

cases of pinwheels to the troop. Please call 484-764-2046 for more information about their project. Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center is sponsoring Monarch Madness on Sunday, September 16th from 10am to noon. Join local butterfly enthusiast Doug Burton as he captures and tags Monarch Butterflies heading for Mexico. Registration is required. Wear comfortable shoes and a hat and bring bottled water and binoculars. To register, contact Rick Wiltraut at 610-746-2810 or email at rwiltraut@pa.gov We love hearing from you! Send your tidbits of information to us at: The PRESS 1 Broadway, Bangor, PA 18013

Here is a list of the new books added to the collection at the Library the week of August 16th through 22nd. Adult Fiction: Garlock, Dorothy, By Starlight; Gregory, Philippa, The Kingmaker's Daughter; Hannah, Kristin, The Things We Do For Love; Lippman, Laura, And When She Was Good; Macomber, Debbie, The Inn At Rose Harbor; Martin, William, The Lincoln Lawyer; Ringwald, Molly, When It Happens To You; Wiesel, Elie, Hostage. Adult Non-Fiction: Badalucco, Laura, Kirigami; Cake Mix

Magic; Crocker, Betty, More Slow Cooker Recipes; Emmett, Rita, The Procrastinator's Handbook; Fuhrman, Mark, Silent Witness; Goldman, Carrie, Bullied; Kelly, John, The Graves Are Walking; Laxton, Edward, The Famine Ships; Logevall, Fredrik, Embers Of War; NoBake Desserts. Large Print Fiction: Sawyer, Kim Vogel, Where The Heart Leads. Easy Fiction: Kirk, David, Little Miss Spider; Williams, Margery, The Velveteen Rabbit. Easy Non-Fiction: Princess Magic.

Portland Borough Plans Upcoming Events at Next Summit Committee Meeting

The Portland Borough Council Summit Committee is hosting a meeting on September 19th. The meeting will be held at the Pensyl Social Hall on State Street, Portland at 7pm. The agenda will include an update on the summit projects and a presentation by Walter Emery on the history of Portland. The grocery store has been purchased and is getting ready to open and the two small shops on either side will be available to rent. Several inquiries regarding the status of Ladder is hosting a car show September 8th, in downtown Portland. Portland Family Fun Daze will be October 13th at the Park and Walk. The committee is looking for volunteers and vendors to set up that day. Fall is in the air and so are plans for the Portland Hook and Ladder Witches Tea. The theme this year is Moonlight and Magic. Plans are in place for October 20th at the Pensyl Social Hall. Enjoy costumes, games, prizes and food!

the diner have been received and the borough has been working with the Rails to Trails committee to discuss the possibilities of extending the Liberty

Trail that ends at the Portland Walking Bridge to Slateford, and finally to Delaware Water Gap to connect with the McDade Trail. Portland Hook and

Bangor Public Library Seeking Volunteers for Story Hour in September

Applications are available at the Library
The Bangor Public Library is looking for a volunteer for approximately two hours per month to read stories to preschoolers. Along with the stories, there will be different things to demonstrate and talk about like crayons, scissors, glue, and other things that children enjoy. The program will be done at another location outside the library and will utilize the librarys books and supplies. If interested, please come in to the library to fill out a volunteer application and specify your interest in volunteering for this program. The program will begin in mid-September. You can also call the library for more information at 610-588-4136.

Little Creek Bar-B-Cue Co. Named Whole Hog Miracle League Baseball Field Dedication Set for Grand Champion at BBQ Competition
Grand Champion isnt a title given to just anyone. But it is one that has been given to local barbecue restaurant, Little Creek Bar-B-Cue Co. Owners Rich and Kim Green took part in the 13th Annual New Holland Summerfest PA State Championship BBQ Competition, where the husband and wife team was named Grand Champion in the whole hog competition. Out of 71 teams, Little Creek Bar-B-Cue was the best of the best in New Holland on August 25th in the whole hog division. They even defeated one of TLCs BBQ Pitmasters, Myron Mixon (tlc.disco v e r y. c o m / t v / b b q pitmasters/). This was an awesome accomplishment and
By Sarah Loren

another step up for the Greens, as they were named Reserve Grand Champs in whole hog at the Pork in the Park BBQ Competition in Salisbury, Maryland this past April. Rich and Kim also took part in the Sams Club BBQ Contest in Pittsburgh on August 10th and 11th, where they took 9th place overall out of 30 teams. But their bragging rights dont end there. Little Creek placed second in ribs and third in Chefs Choice with Richs bread pudding in New Holland. Overall, the team did a fantastic job at Summerfest, earning trophies, checks and bragging rights. It aint no joke when you smell our smoke, Rich says. Little Creek takes part

Rich Green holds up the Little Creek Trophy.

in various Kansas City Barbecue Society com-

petitions throughout the year, traveling as far as Arkansas. Like racecar drivers for NASCAR, BBQ competition teams receive points for their placement at every competition they take part in. Last year, Little Creek placed in the top 10 percent, out of more than 5,000 KCBS teams. So if delicious, awardwinning barbecue and desserts are what youre craving, stop by Little Creek Bar-B-Cue Co., located at 1004 Washington Blvd. in Bangor. They also cater all occasions, including pig roasts, of any size. For more information, call Little Creek at 610588-3831, visit littlecreekbarbcueco.co m or check them out on Facebook.

The new Miracle League of Northampton County baseball field will officially open at an Opening Day Ceremony and Dedication event to take place on Sunday, September 9, 2012 beginning at 12:30 PM. The field is located next to the Charles Chrin Community Center, 4100 Green Pond Road in Palmer Township, Pa. The baseball field is specifically designed to meet the needs of children with physical and intellectual disabilities. The Opening Day Ceremony will consist of remarks by Richard Agretto, President of the Miracle League of Northampton County; David Colver, Palmer Township Supervisor; John Stoffa, Northampton County Executive

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and other dignitaries. This will be followed by a Dedication of the field with a benediction and ribbon cutting ceremony. Finally, after a chorus of Take Me Out to the Ball Game several Miracle League teams will play ball! The players, family members and other guests will marvel at the stateof-the-art facility which includes a 1,600 square foot Family Center featuring a concession stand and rest rooms, a picnic pavilion, covered dugouts for the players, bleachers for spectators, a sound system, a video message board, and a barrier-free rubberized playing surface. To learn more visit www.MiracleLeagueof NC.org.

Blue Mountain Community Library Plans Bake Sale

The Blue Mountain Community Library will be sponsoring a Bake Sale Fundraiser on Friday, September 7th, 9am to 3pm, and Saturday, September 8th, 9am to 1pm, at Capital Ace Hardware, 438 Blue Valley Drive, Route 512, Bangor. A variety of homemade baked goods will be available and all proceeds will benefit the library. Please come and make a purchase or a donation. The Blue Mountain Community Library is open to everyone and membership is free for all residents of the Pen Argyl Area School District. Call Lisa at 610-8633029 for more information. Check out the website is www.bmcl.org.

Heartworm in dogs is easy to prevent, but difficult to cure. Heartworm disease, so named because the worms live in the right side of the dogs heart, is found in all 50 states. Heartworms are only spread through the bite of an infected mosqito. It

By Dr. Greg Leck

takes about seven months, once a dog is bitten by an infected mosqito, for the larvae to mature into adult heartworms. That is why veterinarians recommend testing for heartworm after a dog is six months of age or missed more than six months of prevention. Recently, there has been an increase in confirmed heartworm disease cases due to the larger number of rescue dogs being brought to the area from the South. This is because in the South they do not test or use prevention regularly. Heartworm is easily prevented by giving a monthly heartworm medication throughout the year. Veterinarians test for heartworms by drawing blood and performing a heartworm test. The results take approvi-

mately 8-10 minutes to run once the blood is drawn. The damage thats done to the dog and the cost of treatment is way more than to prevent heartworm disease. If a dog has been bitten by an infected mosquito, initially there may be no symptoms. But as the worms increase in the heart, a

Courtesy of Leck Veterinary, 610-863-3111

dry cough, decreased exercise tolerance, lack-luster hair coat and abnormal lung sounds may develop. Treatment is very costly, can be risky, and also painful for the dog. Prevention is the best way to make sure your dog is protected against the disease.

Prince of Peace Changes Worship Services

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2445 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor, will have Saturday services only on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month. Also, they will continue with one service on Sundays, however the times will be different. Sunday School will be held between 8:30am and 9:30am, followed by a worship service at 9:45am. The Sunday changes will begin the same week as Sunday School, September 9th. There will be one exception on September 23rd, when the worship service will be held at 10:30am.

The Presbyterian Parish of Bangor/Roseto is collecting jars of Peanut Butter and Jelly. This mission is to supplement the PortlandUpper Mt. Bethel Food Pantry, who no longer receives federal government funds for these items. This is just one of the many outreach projects that the church provides for local families in need.

Arndts Lutheran Church Invites Public to Yankee Peddler Day

Arndts Lutheran Church, Forks Township invites the public to attend its annual outdoor Yankee Peddler Day: Antique and Collectible, Craft and Flea Market Sale on Saturday, September 8th, from 9am to 2pm on the church grounds; located at Arndt Road and Bushkill Drive in Forks Township (at the 4-way blinker). Each year, the church opens its field to folks who rent a space and hold a community sale, with the idea of encouraging re-use of gentle used goods. From 8:30am to 10:30am, there will be a Pancake Breakfast which benefits the community senior program which meets at the church, Open Arms Senior Connection. Following the Pancake Breakfast the church will serve a lunch of authentic German sausage sandwich with sauerkraut and potato salad as well as conventional hot dogs, chips soda, etc. Parking and admission is free to the public. The event will run rain or shine. If vendor spaces are still available on Saturday they will be sold on a first come, first served basis. For space before the deadline, please contact Rich at 610-252-0586 or call the church.

How To Avoid Elder Financial Abuse

direct deposit to prevent mail theft. Sign your own checks when possible. Be Organized. Keep important papers and legal documents in a secure place. Review them at least annually. Be Cautious. Be careful when responding to solicitations. Dont let anyone pressure you into making an immediate decision. If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Speak with a family member or trusted friend before sending money or providing bank account, credit card or Social Security numbers. Protect Your Passwords. Dont share passwords. Change them if you feel theyve been seen or used by someone else. Immediately notify the company or bank if, when reviewing your financial statements, you see charges or transactions you didnt make. Beware of Telephone Solicitations. Planning Tips: Preventing Elder Abuse, produced by the Mature Market Institute, notes that billions of dollars are lost each year to fraudulent telemarketers. Consider using an answering machine or caller ID to screen calls. You can add your name and phone number to the National Do Not Call Registry at (888) 3821222. Know What to Do if Youre a Victim. Dont be afraid or embarrassed to discuss your concerns with someone you trust-relative, clergyman, bank manager, attorney. Learn More. Excellent resources include The MetLife Study of Elder Financial Abuse; The Essentials: Preventing Elder Abuse; and Planning Tips: Preventing Elder Financial Abuse for Family Caregivers.

(NAPSI)While elder financial abuse decimates incomes, affects the health of its victims and fractures families, the MetLife Mature Market Institute offers free resources and tools, including steps you can take to protect yourself and those you care for: Know the Facts and Stats. According to The MetLife Study of Elder Financial Abuse, most elder financial abuse is committed by strangers but about a third is by family, friends or neighbors. Stay Active. Socialize with family members and friends. Get involved in activities you enjoy. Isolation can leave you more vulnerable to exploitation. Monitor Your Affairs. Take your time and consult with people you trust before making important financial decisions. Check credit card and bank statements and bills for accuracy. Use

(NewsUSA) As autumn colors set in this season, make sure your all-important home and garden upkeep checklist is ready. Although the lawn is often overlooked during the fall, it's actually the perfect time to make sure everything is organized before the harsher winter elements take hold. Paul James, host of HGTV's "Gardening by the Yard," advises hom-

eowners to start early -approximately six weeks before the first good freeze. Here is a list of some of the tasks and items you should add to your fall checklist this year: * Maintain the landscape. Tidy up the lawn, flowerbeds, bushes, gardens, etc. Remove unsightly foliage, dead stems, piles of leaves and other debris. Fluff your mulch with a rake so

water can seep into the subsoil. * Plant fall vegetables. Cool-season vegetable gardens can flourish with the right plants -- lettuce, greens, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, turnips, potatoes and loads more. Imagine all the hearty stews and delicious soups you could make from scratch. * Keep muscles relaxed, and stay hydrated. Don't underestimate the fall sun. Summer may be over, but hours of gardening in the sun can still leave you exhausted, strained and parched. Remember to drink plenty of fluids, take breaks and stretch your muscles. If you suffer from backaches and muscle strains, keep some relief like Absorbine Jr. (www.absorbinejr.com) on hand. The natural menthol in Absorbine Jr.

helps relieve muscle and back pain to make it a must-have for yard work. Its herbal ingredients also help provide relief from sunburn and gnat and other insect bites. * Make room for indoor plants. Your potted or container plants won't survive the winter outside, so it's time to make room indoors for tropical plants, herbs and succulents. Potted perennials can be transplanted into a garden after trimming the roots and some top growth. * Clean garage, shed or outbuildings. Once you organize your storage space, you can neatly put away all of your summer tools or patio furniture. Plus, your newly emptied planters will have a home next to all the other stuff families accumulate.

(NewsUSA) - Now that the days are getting shorter, the reduction in natural daylight makes many feel glum. For those who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), the symptoms of depression are more acute at this time of year. According to the American Lighting Association (ALA), there are some things homeowners can do to counteract the effects of SAD. It's clear people need bright days and dark nights, a finding confirmed by a report by the Lighting Research Center in New York. Consumers might have seen "light boxes" promoted as a solution; however, using a light box is not a do-ityourself project. "It's easy to use the light boxes improperly," says Terry McGowan, director of engineering and technology for the ALA. "Light therapy -just like any other drug or treatment regimen -should be prescribed by a physician. Part of that 'light prescription' will involve how much light, when it's to be provided, and for how long." McGowan's research and concern about combatting the symptoms of SAD are personal as well as professional.

"My wife is affected by SAD," he reveals. "We live in northern Ohio, which has many cloudy days and weeks of gloomy weather during November and December. In the dining room and kitchen, the use of indirect lighting brightens the room and supplements the daylight through skylights and large windows." There are some options regarding light bulbs that can help, in addition to natural light. Brian Creeley, director of residential sales for light bulb manufacturer Bulbrite, suggests switching out standard incandescent bulbs with versions that mimic the effects of "full spectrum lighting, leaving you with lighting that has the same effect that you get from sunlight." These specialty bulbs are readily available at ALA-member lighting stores. If an existing home or condo doesn't have much natural daylight, McGowan offers these tips to brighten rooms: * Maximize any available morning daylight. * Use light colors for room surfaces. * Use high-reflectance white paint for the ceiling. * Incorporate an indirect light source into your room. * Use accent and spot lights to add focus on plants, decorations or feature areas, creating an effect similar to sunshine and shadows. A visit to a nearby ALA-member lighting showroom for professional consulting will result in a personally tailored solution. For more details, visit www.AmericanLightin gAssoc.com.

Hello fellow readers, After Labor Day triggers the inspiration to purchase mums, pumpkins and ornamental cabbage and arrange them around the front door with a scarecrow or two. I love this time of year. The morning chills hinting of the fall to come with warm summer days and lower humidity. It is a good time to plant and Paul from Hackettstown asked what perennials he can add to bring more fall color to his garden. Here are a few of my must haves: Caryopteris (Blue Mist Shrub) often grown in the perennial garden. It slowly blossoms in August with dazzling blue flower clusters that butterflies and bees love. Like Butterfly Bush

(Buddleia) cut back Caryopteris in early spring. Aster novi-belgii (New York Asters) is a delicate daisy-like flower in shades of pink, purple, blue and white that blooms in late August and continues until frost. Eupatorium (Joe Pye Weed) is a tall native plant we see road side and makes a wonderful backdrop to a garden border. There are newer Eupatorium bred shorter and their mauve flowers blend beautifully in the fall garden. Helenium (Sneezeweed) looks like small coneflowers, in reds, yellows and oranges and despite the common name does not make you sneeze. Same is true of Goldenrod (Soligago) with newer introductions like 'Fireworks' and 'Golden Fleece' that are sturdy, non-invasive and full of brilliant yellow fall blooms. No fall garden is complete without Sedum (stone crop) such as Autumn Joy, 'Bertram Anderson, and 'Brilliant'. And of course Hardy Mums (Chrysanthemums). Youll need to get your potted mums in the ground before long and keep them well watered for your best chance of having truly hardy mums. Garden dilemmas? askmarystone @gmail.com.

(NAPSI)Many homeowners are warming to a simple, cost-effective way to boost energy efficiency: fiberglass insulation. Heres why: Insufficient insulation in unheated garages, basements and attics provides ample opportunity for heat to escape, resulting in extra costs on energy bills. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the average homeowner can save as much as 30 percent on energy bills simply by having the right amount of insulation. Here are some tips to help: Determine the appropriate R-value for your house. Check the attic and floors next to unheated spaces, such as the garage and base-

ment, for the thickness of existing insulation to determine if its sufficient. Generally, the thicker the insulation, the higher the R-value and the better your home will resist heat transfer. Check with your insulation contractor or visit CertainTeeds online insulation calculator at www.certainteed.com/it ools to learn the recommended R-value for your home. Increase attic insulation. Its one of the easiest ways to boost the energy efficiency of a home. CertainTeeds InsulSafe SP fiberglass loose-fill insulation can not only improve heating and cooling efficiency but also sound control. Additionally, it wont

settle, absorb moisture or cause mildew. It contains no formaldehyde and will last the lifetime of a building while cutting energy costs. Insulate piping and air ducts. Insulation can keep hot water flowing in pipes and prevent them from freezing during the winter. Also, insulating exposed air ducts in basements and crawl spaces increases the overall efficiency of heating and cooling systems by delivering optimal conditioned air

to where its needed most. Having the proper amount of insulation creates a more comfortable environment. It decreases noise transmission, allowing for peaceful sleep, quiet time and privacy. Adequate insulation also helps maintain a more even temperature all around the house and keeps floors warmer in the winter and cooler during the summer. For further information or to find a contractor, visit www.certain teed.com/insulation.

How Kids Can Help KidsAnd Have A Great Time

(NAPSI)When life gives you lemons, they say, you should make lemonade. Now, a growing number of families have found that when life gives you lemonade, you can make it into a source of delight for children around the world. The Way it Works As part of a program aptly named Make a Stand, a youngster sets up a lemonade stand. Proceeds from the stands are sent to the Toy Industry Foundation and used to distribute toys and make play possible for children in crisis or other stressful situations. The Benefits The program empowers young entrepreneurs to make a difference and learn about the importance of charity and giving back to the community and those who are less fortunate. And it provides a fun and engaging way for children, communities and companies to help give the gift of toys and play to children in need. The Possibilities In addition to lemonade, some stands also sell iced tea, brownies, cookies, apple cider and hot chocolate, depending on the weather. Some young people also leave out a donation jar or ask customers to make a cash donation to the Foundation in addition to anything they purchase. The Chance to Share The fun doesnt have to end once a kid closes the stand. Young people can submit their Make a Stand for Kids stories to the Foundation to inspire others to make a difference. Stories can be about unique customers, creative recipes and interesting ways to draw traffic to the stand. All stories can be sent to makeastandforkids@toy industryfoundation.org.

The First Five Years: What Parents Should Know

(NAPSI)The first five years of life are the most crucial in a young childs development. Learning developmental milestones could help your child get help if its needed. At least 1.45 million children under the age of 5 who are at risk for developmental delays or other disabilities are not identified at an age when intervention could do the most good. These are children who enter school with learning and health issues that have a lasting, negative effect on their ability to learn and succeed. One notable example is children with autism, who are often not diagnosed until school, and lose four years of early optimal treatment. The reason? Parents often dont know where to turn for answers when they suspect something isnt quite right with their young child and too many communities do not provide the early detection, direct services and interventions critical for vulnerable young children to become ready for school. Join Easter Seals and speak out about the importance of early intervention at www.MaketheFirstFive Count.org.

The Beauty of Quiche and the Nutrients Hidden Inside

(NewsUSA) - The beauty of quiche is that it can be virtually anything you like -heavy or light, entree or appetizer, holiday treat or a Thursday dinner. And to top off the versatility, you can create a scrumptious quiche with practically any vegetable, meat or seafood. Now, if it were only healthy... Despite the flexibility, not to mention the easy prep, some cooks have misgivings about the nutritional value of quiche. After all, it is mostly a simple custard of eggs, heavy whipping cream and cheese. And that's a lot of unnecessary fat and calories. But depending on the yummy veggies you include -- spinach, broccoli, mushrooms, oh my! -- and what proteins you highlight, there are several key vitamins and nutrients in there. The American Heart Association (AHA) says a broccoli and cheese quiche, for instance, offers energy and fuel via protein and carbohydrates. Plus, quiche is a good source of calcium, vitamins A, D, C and iron, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. If you're counting calories and craving quiche, the AHA suggests making it without the crust, using low-fat ingredients (like milk) and avoiding processed meats like ham and bacon. Instead, include more vegetables and proteins like chicken, crabmeat or U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish. Check out this seafood-inspired quiche recipe with catfish. To see more recipes like this one, visit www.uscatfish.com.

Catfish Quiche
2 U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish fillets cooked and flaked 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons flour 2 large eggs, beaten 1/2 cup whole milk 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 cup Swiss cheese, grated 1/2 cup green onion, thinly sliced 1 9-inch unbaked pie crust or 8 mini pie crusts 1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. In large bowl, beat together mayonnaise, flour, eggs, milk, salt and pepper. 3. Fold in catfish, cheese and onion. Pour into pie crust. Bake in middle of oven for 40 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. 4. Cool on wire rack 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions if desired.

Cub Pack 41 Sets Opening Day at Bear Swamp

Join Cub Scout Pack 41 to open up another great year of fun. The pack will be learning cool stuff and doing their best at Cub Scout Opening Day on Sunday, September 16th at 1pm at Bear Swamp near Minsi Lake. Pack 41 Johnsonville will be hosting a cook out and loads of fun activities where they can play and learn together. Boys in 1st to 5th grade are invited to join and learn more about what they do and see if you would like to join the pack. Throughout the year they have meetings at the Prince of Peace Lutheran church at 2445 Lake Minsi Drive. This year, they will play kickball, go on hikes, earn awards through learning experiences and camp out nearby. They build pushcarts, race pinewood derby cars, visit historical places and learn valuable skills that will enrich the boys, their families and the entire community.

Directions to the September 16th opening day at Bear Swamp: From 191 just North of Bangor take Lake Minsi Drive to the Bear Swamp Archery Complex and park. Walk across the street and turn left down the toe path to to the picnic grounds. For more information about the event or about joining the pack, email cubpack41pa@gmail.co m or call Cubmaster: Ken Bozzi at 610-4286502.

Connections For Women Announce September Events

Connections for Women meets on Monday evenings from 6pm 8:30pm and on Friday mornings from 10am 1pm at 301 Market Street in the Hopesprings Community of Faith Church. Their programs are educational, creative, informative and encouraging. All women are invited to make friends, share hope and follow dreams. A special program, Raising a Reader presented by Roberta Walker takes place on Monday evening September 10th. Mrs Walker is a former principal and guidance counselor within the Bangor Area School District and will share important tips and strategies for encouraging reading in elementary school students. The most important goals for reading instruction in elementary school are for students to read grade level text with fluency and understanding. Mrs. Walker will share the five elements of reading skills, explain the testing process and share ideas for reading improvement and enjoyment. Doors open at 6pm, program begins at 6:30pm. Faithful Friends, a casual friendship program meets on Monday evening, September 17th for a dinner and creative activity. All women are welcome to learn more about this program. Whether or not you have participated in Faithful Friends before come and learn more about getting involved for another season of intentional encouragement and friendship with other women. Doors open 6pm, dinner at 6:30pm. RSVP to Carol at 570-977-0600 or carola@connections4 women.org. Open House at the Connections Boutique takes place on Monday evening, September 24th from 6pm 8:30pm at 55 Broadway. Note this important location change. Tour the newly renovated Resource Room where women can get valuable and helpful information on area resources and programs. Its also a great place to get a cup of (free) coffee, read a magazine or book and relax! For those who want to get to work there will be sorting and organizing activities. Friday morning gatherings begin on Friday September 7th with a book swap. Bring some of your favorite reads to share with others and take home a few gently used new-to-you books. Ready to start some needlework? Join other creative stitchers on Friday morning, September 14th for a morning of knitting and crocheting. Bring a project, share your ideas and skills with others or gain some valuable ideas on how to! The free Just Be You breakfast takes place on Friday September 21st from 9am 11:30am (note the time change). A special free Reading for Preschoolers program for 3-5 year olds (sponsored by the Bangor Public Library) takes place while women enjoy a delicious breakfast. Free childcare for infants to 2 year olds is also available. Got questions about God, Jesus and the Bible? Join them for a conversation about faith, hope and the love of God on Friday morning September 28th. No prior experience or knowledge is necessary (in fact it may be helpful!). All programs are free of charge. Contact Carol at 570-977-0600 for questions or visit their website at www.connections4wom en.org.

Driving Smart Can Mean Significant Savings At The Gas Pump

(NAPSI)As gas prices continue to fluctuate, its always a good time to evaluate your driving habits and take steps to keep yourself and your car on the road to savings at the pump. To demonstrate the 10 common mistakes that drivers make to affect fuel economy, General Motors conducted a driving test. Two of their fuel economy engineers, Ann Wenzlick and Beth Nunning, drove identical Chevrolet Cruze LTs on a typical workday commute. They each drove 20 minutes with city and highway driving, including a stop for coffee. Wenzlick averaged 37 miles per gallon using efficient driving habits and by maintaining her car and Nunning averaged 21 miles per gallon. On average, that was a $100 price difference at the pump. Here are some of their tips based on what they learned: Get out of the drivethrough lane. Idling for 15 minutes burns through about a quarter of a gallon of gas. Parking your car and going into the store to get what you want can actually help to save money on gas. Take it easy. Jumping on the gas at every light, only to hit the brakes, isnt going to get you home any faster. However, driving smoothly can improve your mileage by 20 percent. Drive 70, not 80. It may not sound like much, but its likely a 10-mph difference can save you up to four miles per gallon when driving on the highway. Use cruise control. It turns out that maintaining a constant speed over time is much more efficient than speeding up and slowing down over and over again. Roll up the windows. At slower speeds, turning off the airconditioning can save you a little, but on the highway, its better to roll up the windows. If the windows are down, the increased air pressure can slow the car and consume more energy than airconditioning will. Get rid of that extra stuff in the trunk of your car. Every 100 pounds of weight you carry in the car can reduce fuel economy by 2 percent. Dont ignore the check engine light. Serious engine problems can cut your fuel economy by up to 40 percent. Try to bundle your errands. Plan ahead. An engine at operating temperature can be up to 50 percent more efficient than a cold engine. So, when possible, its much better to run five errands in an afternoon than running one errand every day of the week. Make your tires last. Properly inflated tires will improve your fuel economy and they will last longer. Also, rotate tires at manufacturerrecommended intervals. Use the grade of motor oil recommended for your vehicle; the same goes for the octane level of gasoline. Motor oil that says Energy Conserving on the performance symbol of the American Petroleum Institute contains friction-reducing additives that can improve fuel economy. For most cars, the recommended gasoline is regular octane. In most cases, using a higher-thanrecommended-octane gas offers no benefitand costs more. Ditch the roof ornaments. At highway speeds, up to a third of your fuel is used to overcome wind resistance, so even small changes to your vehicles aerodynamics can have a big impact in fuel economy. It pays to be prudent. According to Roger Clark, manager of the GM Energy Center, With a well-maintained car, the best drivers get up to 25 percent more miles per gallon than average. When you combine a poorly maintained car with inefficient driving habits, the fuel economy of the worst drivers can be 50 percent below average. Clark added, The fuel economy of every vehicle is greatly affected by how you drive and how you care for your vehicle. Often, relatively small changes to your driving habits and vehicle maintenance can make the difference between being on the bottom or the top of the fuel-economy scale. To learn more and for more tips, visit www.chevrolet.com.