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northampton county: Open Gate Farm Tour In Northampton County, Pennsylvania - 10/05/11 10:36 AM
It's October and Northampton County in Pennsylvania will be holding its annual Open Gate Farm Tour this coming weekend, October 8th & 9th, 2011. Seventeen farms will be open for tours, demonstrations and products. A few of the sites will be open on Sunday ONLY. This event is being sponsored by the Penn State Co-operative Extension of Northampton County.
The following farms will be on the tour:
Amore Farms will offer hayrides, pick your own pumpkins, corn maze, etc. You can also learn about wine tasting. Burnside Plantation (Sunday ONLY) - This is a 6 1/2 acre farm museum … (2 comments)
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northampton county: Youth Schooling Show June 5th, 2010 - 06/02/10 09:14 AM
This coming Saturday, June 5th, 2010, will be a youth schooling show at the Northampton County 4H Center just outside of Nazareth, starting at 9AM. It is being put on by Backtrackers 4H Horse & Pony Club.
There will be many classes held such as Grooming & Showmanship, Hunt Seat and Western classes along with some jumping classes. The judge will make suggestions to each participant at the end of the class on how to improve.
In addition, some fun classes will be held such as "Egg & Spoon", "Musical Mount" and an adult lead-line class.
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northampton county: Northampton County Tack Swap 2010 - 04/16/10 07:51 AM
The annual Northampton County 4H Tack Swap will be held this Saturday, April 17th, 2010 from 11AM until 2PM. It will be held at the Northampton County 4H Center in Bushkill Twp. in Pennsylvania.
This is a great place to find bargains on horse "stuff".
For those of you that do not know what a "tack sale" is, in simple terms, it is a horsey yard sale. Many different horse items will be sold here at good prices. If your child needs new riding boots, this is the place to look for it.
How about a new halter … (2 comments)
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northampton county: Northampton County, Pennsylvania 2009 Annual Open Gate Farm Tour Coming Up . . . . - 09/18/09 03:09 PM
The Northampton County, Pennsylvania 2009 Annual Open Gate Farm Tour is coming up. This year it will be held the second weekend of October instead of the first weekend, October 10th & 11th, from noon until 4PM. It is presented by the Northampton county Co-operative Extension Office and is an educational, and fun, program of Penn State Extension Northampton county.
What is an Open Gate Farm Tour? It is very similar to an open house. The public is invited to visit participating local farms. While visiting, the public is able to speak with the farmers and learn about each … (2 comments)
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northampton county: Northampton County 4H Tack Sale April 18th - 03/25/09 10:52 AM
It's springtime and that means the tack sales are coming around again.
For those of you that are not familiar with tack sales, a tack sale is a "horsey" yard sale. Anyone that has horsey items to sell will be here. It includes clothing, riding and training equipment, books, toys, anything that is horse related.
Northampton County 4H Center will hold it's Tack Sale on April 18th, from 11AM until 2PM. If you need any horse items, it's a great place to find some good deals on many items.
Lots of FREE parking and food will be available.
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northampton county: Is the Lehigh Valley Horse Friendly?? - 01/26/09 03:26 PM
Have horses and thinking of moving into the Lehigh Valley area, but not sure if the area is equestrian friendly? It certainly is horse friendly even with the development going on.
You will find many events, clubs and things to do involving horses.
Do you have horse crazy children wanting to learn about horses? There are clubs geared toward the youth to learn about horses and their care, such as numerous 4H horse clubs and a local chapter of US Pony Club, both of which I have been involved with. They offer excellent programs for the youth, even … (0 comments)
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northampton county: Heading Towards a Depression?? - Not the Lehigh Valley in Pennsylvania - 10/15/08 02:38 PM
"Construction seems to be at a standstill."
"We are headed for a depression."
Have you been hearing the above headlines lately on the news? Afraid that there may be no new jobs?
Despite the bad news about the economy, the Lehigh Valley in Pennsylvaniaseems to be booming. Yes, some businesses are placing a hiring freeze and others are laying workers off, but there is development occuring and, hence, new jobs.
Right here in the Nazareth area, Tractor Supply is constructing a store in Lower Nazareth Township, with plans to open in spring of 2009. This will be the … (2 comments)
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northampton county: The Disappearance of the Granges and Grange Halls - 10/08/08 02:12 PM
The other evening, I attended a Northampton County 4H Leaders Meeting. It was held at the Grange Hall in a small village of Moorestown in Northampton County, PA, a few miles outside of Nazareth.
I have been in the Hall years ago when my kids were small. It is a really neat place with a lot of history behind it. Ribbons that were won at different competitions are displayed on the walls in frames dating back to 1928. Plus, framed photos of the members of the Grange are hung throughout the meeting hall.
Now, before I continue, I want to explain, … (3 comments)
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northampton county: Eddie at the Open Youth Schooling Show - A Real Trooper - 10/06/08 03:46 PM
My Thoroughbred, Text Edition, better known as Eddie, went to another show yesterday. I took him to the Open Youth Schooling Show at the Northampton County 4H Center. One of the 4Hers from my club rode him. I've been teaching her to ride this year and this was her first show. She was nervous and excited at the same time.
When we arrived at the Center, and as Eddie was unloaded from the trailer, he yelled out his greeting, as if to say, "Hey, guys! I'm back to show here again!" I have to mention that it's been several years … (4 comments)
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northampton county: Northampton County Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Event - 09/27/08 04:16 PM
Northampton County is holding a hazardous waste drop-off event on Saturday, October 4th at the Northampton County Community College Main Campus. It will be held from 9:00AM - 2:00PM.
The following items will be accepted:
Oil Based Paints
Wood Finishing Products
Paint Thinner
Stains & Sealers
Gasoline - Kerosene
Gas/Oil Mixture
Drain Cleaner
Pesticides
Antifreeze
Batteries - car/marine/motorcycle
If you have a client who needs to dispose of some of the junk in their garage or basement you might want to pass it on to them.
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northampton county: Northampton County Annual Open Gate Farm Tour - 09/24/08 12:56 PM
Northampton County's Annual Open Gate Farm Tour will take place Saturday, October 4th and Sunday, October 5th. 17 farms in the county will open their gates to the public.
The tours this year will feature a robotic milking operation, baling demonstrations and grain processing at 2 farms, and the use of high tunnels for vegetable and fruit production. Visitors to a number of farms will also find educational hayrides, pumpkin picking, corn mazes and an opportunity to get up close to such farm animals as cows, horses, and alpacas.
Several farms will have antique and modern farm equipment on display. … (8 comments)
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northampton county: Open Youth Schooling Show at Northampton County 4H Center - 09/23/08 03:07 PM
The Northampton County 4H Center will be sponsoring an Open Youth (ages 8 - 18) Schooling Show in Bushkill Township, just outside of Nazareth, PA. The show will be held on October 5th, 2008, in conjunction with the Northampton County Open Gate Farm Tour.
A variety of fun walk/trot and walk/trot/canter classes will be held including "Egg & Spoon", and "Musical Mount". There will also be an adult lead line class where youth (8 - 18 years of age) will lead horses with adult riders (over 21 years). Hmmmm. This class sounds interesting. A costume class will be held at the end of the … (4 comments)
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northampton county: The Lehigh Valley Keeps Growing and Growing and . . . . - 07/11/08 11:21 AM
The new U.S. Census number are in, and it shows that the Lehigh Valley is continuing to grow.
I know, you've heard the news say otherwise, but the new Census numbers are showing that the Lehigh Valley region keeps on growing.
The population numbers were released on Thursday for 2007 and it shows that Lehigh, Northampton and Monroe Counties are amont the 10 fastest growing counties in Pennsylvania since 2000.
Monroe County ranks 3rd, with a 17.8% increase, Northampton comes in 7th, with 9.7%, and Lehigh is 10th at 7.9%.
In regard to municipalities, Allen Township … (3 comments)
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northampton county: Northampton County, PA Residents - Attend this Important Meeting about PPL's Proposed Route for Super Power Lines!! - 06/23/08 06:57 AM
PPL has decided to route new 500 kilovolt Transmission Lines in order to service NY & NJ. One of the proposed routes, "route C", goes through Moore, Lehigh & Bushkill Townships. EVERYONE should be paying attention to this routing of super power lines!!!
There is a meeting on Thursday, June 26th, at the Northampton County Center, from 5 PM to 8 PM.
Please try to be there!!!
This Route C would take it at the base of the Blue Mountains, disrupting scores of people, wildlife, etc., not to mention the watershed for this area. This would also … (0 comments)
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northampton county: Pasture Management Short Course Held in Northampton County, PA - 04/14/08 04:30 PM
Northampton County is holding a Pasture Management short course. It is a series of "hands on" pasture management workshops for livestock and horse owners that will provide the participant with the knowledge to establish, renovate and amintain quality pastures. It is sponsored by the Penn State Cooperative Extension.
The dates for the course are April 24, May 1, and May 8, 2008 from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM. The course will be held at the Star Grange on Route 512 in Moorestown, PA.
Here is an outline of the 3 workshops:
April 24
Introduction to Pasture Management and Soil Fertility
Setting realistic pasture goalsForage growth and developmentTaking … (4 comments)
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northampton county: Open House at the Northampton County Farm Bureau - 03/27/08 07:33 AM
Come one, come all to the Open House at the Northampton County Farm Bureau in Tatamy, PA. It will be held on April 4th and 5th. Items purchased in cash during the Open House will receive a 5% discount.
The Farm Bureau carries many items. You can find items for horses, livestock and pets, including feeds for the animals. You can also find grass seed, flower and vegetable seeds for your garden, gardening tools and items, etc.
Are you a bird watcher? They have quite a selection of bird houses and feeders, plus bird seed.
Need fencing? The Farm Bureau has a variety of fencing … (4 comments)
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northampton county: Great News!! FHA Has Raised It's Lending Limits! - 03/06/08 02:17 PM
Great news for the buyer! FHA has just increased it's mortgage limits. The breakdown, as of March 5, 2008, for the Lehigh Valley, PA area is as follows:
In NORTHAMPTON COUNTY and LEHIGH COUNTY it is:
$402,500 for a single family home 515,250 for a 2 family home in Northampton County and $512,250 in Lehigh County 622,850 for a 3 family home 774,050 for a 4 family home
In BUCKS COUNTY it is:
$420,000 for a single family home 537,650 for a 2 family home 649,900 for a 3 family home 807,700 for a 4 family home
Along with the low intereset rates, this allows for more buyers to be able to … (6 comments)
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northampton county: The Case of the Missing Listing - 10/04/07 01:41 PM
Here's one for all of you. Has anyone ever gone through the experience where they are unable to find a listing? It's listed on the MLS, but the office is unable to find anything on it. This is what I am going through today.
I have a buyer that's interested in seeing a listing that is listed in the Lehigh Valley MLS and the property is located in Monroe County. (My office is located in Northampton County.) I call the office that is listed on the MLS to schedule an appointment for the next day. (I do want to mention that I had … (6 comments)
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northampton county: Northampton County PA Open Gate Farm Tour - 08/27/07 02:10 PM
Have you ever seen an Alpaca up close? Did you know that you can still buy fresh milk straight from the cow in Northampton County? How about checking out the local vineyard or greenhouse?
You can come see all of this and more during the Open Gate Farm Tour, sponsored by the Northampton County Cooperative Extension. Come and enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and feel of farming. Great way for the family to learn about the local agriculture and there is no fee to visit. You can even bring your cameras. This annual event will be held Sat., Sept. 29 & Sun., Sept. 30, … (2 comments)
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