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Humane Pennsylvania CEO Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Karel Minor, CEO of Humane Pennsylvania, celebrated his 20th year with the organization earlier this month, making him among the longest-tenured animal welfare leaders in Pennsylvania. Minor joined the Humane Society of Berks County in 2004. In 2014, he led the merger of the Humane Society of Berks County and...
Furry Friends: Preston and Sophie
CUMRU TWP., Pa. - This week's Furry Friends come from the Animal Rescue League in Cumru Township. First up is "Preston." He's a two-year-old American Pit Bull. This lucky pup got to do a photo shoot with first responders as part of an adoption initiative. The shelter says he's a sweet boy who will usually roll over for a belly rub and loves going for walks.
Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center to Host Historic Exhibits This Weekend
The Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center in Pennsburg is part of the Lehigh Valley’s Passport to History program this weekend, Friday, July 19 to Sunday, July 21. As a free event for all, it is a great opportunity to explore the rich history of our region. This weekend features activities for all ages and interests: a new model train exhibit as well as quilt exhibits, crafts for young and old, a special concert on Sunday, and guided tours of an 1826 barn. Hours are 10 AM to 4 PM on Friday and Saturday, and 1 to 4 PM on Sunday.
Restaurant-Style: Hot Honey Chicken Tenders and Waffles
WESTFIELD WI – Interested in creating and serving a “delightfully spicy” brunch for your next gathering? Try the recipe “Hot Honey Tenders and Waffles,” sponsored by Brakebush Chicken. The company is a Wisconsin-based, family-owned supplier of chicken products that has catered to the foodservice industry since 1925.
Riverfront Movie Night: Schuylkill River Greenways and AWE Fellowship To Present ‘The Parent Trap’ Jul. 24
Schuylkill River Greenways and their AWE fellow invite families to attend a free outdoor movie night on Jul. 24 featuring "The Parent Trap." Schuylkill River Greenways and their AWE fellow invite families to attend a free outdoor movie night on Jul. 24 featuring The Parent Trap. The event will start...
Something's funny here: Local comics facing off for first 'Lehigh Valley's Funniest' stand-up contest
EMMAUS, Pa. — Who is the Lehigh Valley's No. 1 comic?. The Emmaus Theatre is on a quest to find that out. The first of the new "Lehigh Valley Funniest" competition — which the theater said will be annual — is in the midst of its first round.
The Girl in the Cornfield: Author A.S. King Shares the Reason She Loves Libraries
The award-winning author says that a library saved her life. Picture: little cornfield girl, age five—running wild across the dangerous road chasing basketballs a household bully threw there on purpose. Picture her barely getting across before cars rose fast over that blind hill, and one time, picture her slipping down the driveway on her hands and knees, scraping them raw. Hell of an opener for this essay, but also for this child; I’m here today to tell you about the library that saved my life and the librarian who had no idea she was saving it.
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