Nazareth, PA

Ahhhhhhhh! I can see and hear spring coming!

It was a gorgeous sunny day in Nazareth, PA today. So, for my lunch break, I decided to take a walk around town and enjoy the sunshine. It was still chilly, so I had to wear my winter jacket, but I couldn't resist the sunshine.

As I was strolling through town, I noticed that the lawns were starting to turn green. Looking up at the trees, some of the trees have set buds already and are ready to bloom as soon as it gets warm enough.

As I walked down the residential section of Nazareth, I noticed some color in front of the houses. The flowers were popping their heads through the ground, getting ready to bloom.

Then, walking down one of the quiet neighborhoods, I heard the birds singing their songs. Plus, the squirrels were running around chasing each other. It seems like they all are feeling spring in the air.

My husband and I have gotten things ready for the birds for spring. We have our bird feeder out and placing our birdhouses in the trees for the birds to start building their homes. (Do you think we should charge rent? Or maybe place a for sale sign out for the birds to see?)

Anyway, my husband is building a few more bird houses so that the birds have a nice comfy home in which to raise their families.

I love spring! It's such a lovely time of year when everything starts to come to life and new life begins.

What will an old resident's fate be? Nazareth council will decide tonight

From reading the title, I'm sure I have your attention and perked your curiosity.

Who is this old resident of Nazareth who's fate will be decided tonight?

This resident has resided at the same place in Nazareth for 107 years and has seen many visitors over the years. This resident is an old beech tree located in the town's circle.

The tree is dying a slow death and the town will decide if it needs to be put out of it's misery.

Many initials are found inscribed in the trunk of this tree over the years. This contributed to it's slow death. When initials are carved into the trunk it is like a wound on a human. If it is not taken care of right away, infection and parasites invade and start eating away at it.

A few years ago, efforts were made to try and extend the life of this tree, but it doesn't seem to be working.

What will happen to this historic tree in the circle? We'll find out tonight.

Update 3/6/09: The fate of the old resident was decided. It was voted 7 - 1 to put it out of it's misery. Many residents were upset with the outcome. They stated that the tree provided lots of shade for many over the summer months. The council decided that it was a hazard with falling branches. Therefore, it will be cut down in the near future.

Some residents came up with the idea to make a bench or a picnic table out of it and place in the circle, where it resided, so it can still be enjoyed by many.

Attention! Attention all future authors in the Nazareth Area School District!

Here is an opportunity for all Nazareth Area School District youth from Kindergarten through 12th grade to show their book writing skills.

The Memorial Library of Nazareth & Vicinity is holding it's 6th annual "Write and Illustrate Your Own Book" contest.

The contest runs from now until March 14th.

Any youth wishing to partake in the contest may contact the Library for more information.

I can just see the creativity and the imaginations flowing from the minds of the area youth. Can't wait to hear some of these stories. I'm sure the judges will have difficult decisions to make.

Are you a wine lover? Well, here's an event for you in Nazareth, PA.

On Monday, March 2nd, an informative wine tasting event will be held at the Moravian Hall Square. The topic of this event is "The Therapy of Wine" and will be held from 2PM - 5PM.

Food will be offered with the wine tasting to cleanse your palate, along with the opportunity to otder your favorite wine from Cherry Valley Vineyards. Cherry Valley Vineyards is a locally owned and operated.

The program is open to the public as part of the Wellness and Vitality Program. There is a small fee and registration is required.