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6 REMODELING
PROJECTS
THAT PAY
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ottie Gentile from
the Lackawanna
Home Builders
Association
gives advice
on projects
that will add
value to a
home.
Kitchens
Remodeling a kitchen is
consistently on the top of
the list of home improvements that add value to a
home. Adding modern
appliances and re-facing or
replacing cabinets will give
a kitchen a more modern
look. Installing granite or
quartz countertops add significant value to a remodeled kitchen.
Bathrooms
Adding a spa tub, walk-in
shower and appropriate
flooring goes a long way
toward increasing a home’s
value. When renovating a
bathroom, look to the
future and install safety features like easy-entry showers and grab bars.
Natural Light
Natural light always makes
a home bright and cheery.
Consumers should look for
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areas to add windows
or install patio doors
to allow natural light to
flood a room. Consider
combining a kitchen, dining
and living area into one
large living space.
Flooring
Flooring, since is occupies a
great deal of square
footage, adds value and
visual appeal to a home.
Hardwood floors are trending today. Ceramic tile is still
a popular choice, and there
are many new laminates on
the market.
Home Offices
With more people telecommuting, home offices are
adding value to homes.
Converting part of a den or
kitchen or a spare bedroom
is a great way to take care
of business from home.
Garage
Homes with at least a twocar garage are more appealing to potential buyers.
Experts note that having a
small, cluttered garage is
almost as bad as having no
garage at all. Consider
investing in organizational
shelving and cupboards.
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More Tips
Take the time to choose the
right contractor for the
right job. Select a contractor
you are comfortable with–
one who understands your
tastes and needs and with
whom you can communicate easily. Ask for proof of
insurance and references.
Consumers should also contact a local builders association for referrals. All home
improvement contractors
must display their official
registration number on all
contracts, estimates, proposals and advertisements
distributed within the
Commonwealth.
To verify a contractor’s registration number, visit
www.attorneygeneral.gov
or call toll free 1-888-520668. For a free copy of
“Nailing Down the Right
Contractor” contact the
Lackawanna Home Builders
Association at 570-3417496 or email lhbapa@veri–Casey Phillips
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Prince of the City
Lecture Series features Local Performer’s Biography
erry Orbach, a former Scranton resident, is best known
for his 12-year role as
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Detective Lennie Briscoe
on TV’s “Law and Order.”
Before that, he was a successful Broadway actor,
starring in “Chicago,”“42nd
Street” and “Promises,
Promises.” Orbach also
appeared in more than 40
films. Notable roles include
Dr. Jake Housman in “Dirty
Dancing” and the voice of
Lumiere in the Disney animated film “Beauty and the
Beast.”
Dr. John Anthony Gilvey is
the author of a biography
about Orbach titled,“Jerry
Orbach: Prince of the City.”
Gilvey will be the next
speaker in the Matthew F.
Flynn Library Lecture
Series sponsored by the
Lackawanna County
Library System. The event
will be held on Tuesday,
August 7 at 7 p.m. at the
Scranton Cultural Center in
Scranton. Dr. Gilvey will
autograph books following
the lecture.
According to Library
Spokesperson Joe
Gibbons, Gilvey’s book
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received excellent reviews
when it was published last
year, especially from those
who knew and worked
with Orbach.
Those attending the lecture will learn
of the close
ties Orbach
has to the
region. He
spent much
of his childhood living in
Scranton, Wilkes-Barre and
Nanticoke with his family
and his mother who was
born in the area. The biography highlights both the
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triumphant and challenging events of this performer’s life and 50-year
career.
Dr. Gilvey is a
graduate of New
York
University’s doctoral program in
educational theater. He is an
educator, stage
director and recognized authority on Broadway
musicals.“We are delighted
to present Dr. Gilvey, especially since his excellent
book is about one of our
area’s most distinguished
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former residents,” said
Mary Garm, library system
director.“His lecture will be
of interest to lovers of theater, movies and show
business.”
Tickets are free for library
card holders and can be
picked up at any
Lackawanna County
Library System library or
the Scranton Cultural
Center box office. Visit
www.LCLShome.org
–Elizabeth Mirarchi
August 2012
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multi-vendor co-op. Antique, vintage, gently
used, new, hand-crafted and trash-to-treasure
items. Credit cards accepted. Call for hours.
Bridge St. (Rte. 29), Tunkhannock. 570-836-4456.
Jewelry,
Home Decor &
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CLOE & Company- Peruse through many
locally handcrafted & AMERICAN MADE wares.
We are the only shoppe in the area dedicated to
offering American made goods- antiques, vintage jewelry, handcrafted or manufactured items.
We do Estate Sales. Now through Fall; Tues.-Wed.
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Machines, Juke Boxes (old & new), barber shop
poles & chairs, Vintage Gas Pumps, Cookie Jars,
Salt & Pepper Shakers, Paintings, Neon Signs,
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and more. 210 Main Ave, Hawley. Phone 570-2269411 or 570-241-6230, email: jukesslots@aol.com
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29, South Montrose PA. Privately owned & operated. Furniture and accessories from 1800s-1900s;
Cupboards, cabinets, tables & tableware. Chests,
lamps, linens, postcards, more… Original paintings by Anita Ambrose, Cheryl Korb & Nance
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Olde Barn Centre/Antiques & SuchAn 1860s Quaker Barn filled with antique furniture of all periods. 12 antique dealers with treasures & collectibles for your home. Credit cards
and layaway welcome. 1605 Rte. 220 Highway,
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Welcome Fall...
at the Waverly Antique
Show and Sale
t’s the last weekend of
summer, but the promise of crisp apples and
falling leaves lingers on
the wind. The Waverly
Antique Show and Sale is
the perfect way to welcome the coming season.
Now in its 69th year, the
event will be held
September 14 to 16 at the
Waverly Community House,
known as the “Comm” in
Waverly.
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The show features fine
antiques and unusual col-
lectables showcased in a
beautiful, historic building.
According to Event
Chairperson Patti Thomas,
the first exhibits were largely made up of items owned
by long-deceased residents
of Waverly who immigrated
to the area from New
England. As the show
continued on page 62
We Buy,
Trade &
Sell all
types of
Furniture
antiques
& new!
Come in & see our
large selection of
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& flowerpots!
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TRUST IN OUR EXPERIENCE
The law firm of Oliver Price
& Rhodes, Clarks Summit,
is proud to announce that
James J. Gillotti, a partner in
the firm, has been designated
by The National Elder Law
Foundation (NELF) as a
Certified Elder Law Attorney
(CELA). NELF is the only organization approved by the
American Bar Association to
certify attorneys in the area of
elder law. CELA certification
by NELF is the only authorized
certification in elder law for
attorneys in Pennsylvania.
evolved, she says,“It has changed with the
appetite for antiques. Modern-day dealers
focus on exceptional antiques at affordable prices.” An impressive array of returning favorites and new dealers includes
Anne's Treasures, Antique and Estate
Jewelry, Auntie Pip's, Bittersweet Antiques,
Cider Mill Antiques, From The Attic, Julia A.
Brennan Jewelry, Nick's Furniture Service,
Serious Collector, The Pineapple House,
Ernest Kionke Antiques and W.V. Estates.
What started as a two-day mid-week sale is
now held over an entire weekend, starting
with a Preview Party on Friday. Saturday and
Sunday the show will host antiques, floral
arrangements and a gourmet luncheon.
Over the course of the weekend, approximately 1,000 visitors are expected to peruse
the fine furniture, vintage jewelry and collectables on the Green in the Waverly
Historic District. Tickets are $6.Visit
www.WaverlyComm.org –Kieran O’Brien Kern
There are currently just 42
CELA’s in Pennsylvania and
less than 500 in the United
States.
A native of Carbondale,
Attorney Gillotti is a graduate
of the University of Scranton
and the Dickinson School of
Law in Carlisle. He has practiced law in Lackawanna
County since 1980 and has
Attorney James J. Gillotti
been with the law firm of
Oliver Price and Rhodes for 22 years . His practice is concentrated in Estate Planning
(including the preparation of wills, trusts, and powers of attorney), assisting families
with Medicaid eligibility to pay nursing home costs, the administration of estates and
trusts, Special Needs Planning, Real Estate and Business Law. He and his wife Cindy
reside in Clarks Green.
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What’s New in the Neighborhood?
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eswick Pointe is a
wooded, 107-acre,
planned, residential
community that includes
over 28 acres of open
space and commits to the
best land use, open space
and water management
practices.
K
Aesthetics are an important
part of Keswick Pointe
where architecturally landscaped entrances and
underground utilities are
used to eliminate overhead
wires and poles. Street
lighting is placed at intersections and cul-de-sacs to
create a charming and safe
neighborhood. The playground, multipurpose sport
court and picnic pavilion
make it a fun place for families. The planned community includes central sewer by
Tobyhanna Township and
central water by Keswick
Pointe.
Home and
townhome
options
run the
gamut
from
the 2,126
squarefoot, threebedroom
Gladwyne
model to The Wynnewood,
which offers 3,093 square
feet of living space including four bedrooms, optional
den or sunroom, three full
baths and one powder
room.
Lifestyle & Location
Located in Blakeslee among
the Pocono Mountains,
Keswick Pointe is at the
center of a wide variety of
recreational and cultural
attractions. The community
of Keswick Pointe is located
near shopping districts and
galleries, casinos, seasonal
attractions and professional
sports teams. Keswick
Pointe is an equal distance
between New York City and
Philadelphia, allowing for a
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each city.
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Your new beginning
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Enjoy life with us!
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Fun for F i d o !
Preppy Pet Suites
an’s best friend can find a home
away from home at Preppy Pet
Suites, an animal boarding center in Wilkes-Barre. Since 2008, owner
Ruth Smith has opened the doors of Preppy
Pet to dogs, cats and other small animals. In
addition to overnight accommodations,
Preppy Pet offers day care services, grooming, spa treatments and more!
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Out and About
With indoor and outdoor play areas, there is
never a dull moment for the furry guests at
Preppy Pet.“If using our all-day group play
option, the dog is only in their kennel to
sleep and eat,” Smith explains.“The rest of
the time, they are in a play group with
other dogs or outside on one of many
walks during the day.”
Good-natured dogs with all types of personalities are welcome.“Happy, social dogs
do very well at Preppy Pet. They love the
group play and have a great time. If a shy,
timid dog comes in, we do our best to
make them feel comfortable; usually it only
takes a day or two before they are running
around, playing with the rest,” Smith says.
continued on page 68
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Bloom
4moms
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Major lines of furniture,
executive furnishings &
authentic oriental rugs, all at
drastic reductions.
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Fun for Fido! (Continued from Page 66)
Home Away from Home
Preppy Pet is a climate-controlled facility
with three indoor play areas, five kennel
sizes and an online Pet Cam that allows
owners to check in on their pets during the
day! Animal Planet plays on television
throughout the night, and fire and security
systems are in place to ensure the safety of
the animals while the staff is not on site.
Dogs do not have to be guests at Preppy
Pet to enjoy the grooming and spa services.
Oatmeal baths, brushings and hair cuts are
among the services offered.
In Good Hands
Each staff member is trained and experienced in dog care. Preppy Pet can accommodate up to 70 dogs per night.
Reservations should be made at least two
weeks in advance. Kennels start at $14.95
per night. Call 570-270-3711, or visit
www.PreppyPet.com.
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come near me.When I'm
not around, she acts fine
with others. What can I do
to end this behavior?
A: This is a remarkably common scenario. A study in
"Applied Animal Behavior
Science Journal" reports
small dogs aggress more
than large dogs, with
Dachshunds being the most
aggressive breed in the
world, followed by
Chihuahuas and Jack Russell
Terriers. Small dog attacks
are reported less frequently
than large dog aggression,
skewing public perceptions.
Small dog aggression must
be taken seriously and
addressed with timely and
appropriate corrections.
Forty percent of children bitten by dogs lose facial tissue– eyes, nose, lips.
Dogs of any size sometimes
bite in pro-active defense, i.e.
if I can persuade you to keep
your distance, I’ll feel less
anxious. Small dogs more
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Avoid reinforcing inappropriate behaviors. If this happens when you’re holding
the dog or when she’s in
your lap or sitting on the
furniture next to you, stop!
Since we can’t know the
dog’s emotions, refrain from
any action that could be
construed as approval or
reinforcement. Dogs are
pack animals; pack unity
bolsters any feelings of
dominance, territoriality,
or fear aggression the
dog may have. Establish
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with a variety of people and situations.
Your dog’s correct behavior
without your presence
speaks well for her potential for remediation. The
dog is now 6-years-old; initial warning signs may have
been mistakenly interpreted as “protecting” you or
even thought cute.
Behavior that has been tolerated this long won’t be
extinguished overnight, but
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her after the family has
eaten. Ban her from the dining room. Forgo furniture
privileges, and do not pick
the dog up, especially in the
presence of other people or
dogs. Don’t talk to her except
to issue commands and
praise obedience, assuming
the dog will reliably respond.
Bestow affection or attention
only when earned. No petting, food, play or verbal affirmation without obedience
first. These are not bribes,
these are rewards for compliance to your commands, for
respect for your authority.
Dogs want a confident, firm
leader, and if you comport
yourself as such, the dog will
trust you to handle all situations. Use “down/stay” to
help her control her emotions. This is the most submissive position and will
reinforce her lowly pack status relative to humans.
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