It Must Be Summer, the Fireflies are Flashing!

Firefly season is here.

Here's What's New at Parkland Community Library

There is a lot of excitement at the Parkland Community Library! New public laptops, new databases, an updated catalog (coming soon), and new toys for kids!

'Paws to the Rescue' Dog Walk on June 10

Lehigh Valley CART is holding dog walk to raise funds and awareness for Pet O2 Masks for local fire departments.

A Heads Up About Concussions

Spring and summer are full of activity. Being active also means more chances of getting hurt and we especially have to protect our heads.

What Parents Can Do About Cyberbullying

When author Rosalind Wiseman called technology a weapon of mass social destruction, she was not exaggerating; according to the CDC, 97% of middle schoolers are bullied while online.

Novelist Jennifer Weiner Coming to South Whitehall

Author Jennifer Weiner will give a talk and sign books on Thursday, May 10, at 1 p.m. at Temple Beth El in South Whitehall.

What Parents Can Do When Bullying is Downplayed at School

Too often, parents share a common experience of having their concerns about bullying downplayed by the very adults who are charged with keeping schoolchildren safe.

Rakes & Pains Of Yard Work

You have big plans for a spring garden and beautiful lawn, but is your body ready for all of that work? Some simple steps can ease the aches and pains of yard work.

Commuting by Bike: Let's Curb the Hate

Commuting to work on a bike through South Whitehall has its challenges.

It's National Library Week; You Belong @ Your Library

Parkland Community Library is celebrating National Library Week by raffling an iPod shuffle.

What's Going Around? Spring Allergies

Spring has sprung, and that means allergies are in full bloom. Millions of allergic Americans are bracing themselves for sneezes and watery eyes but you don't have to suffer.

4 Ways to Help Your Child Stand Strong in Face of Bullies

How can you prepare your child to effectively cope with bullying?

The Titanic: A Salute through Dance

Presenters will perform social dances from the Titanic era.

Asbury's 4th Annual Chili Cookoff is Saturday

Some like it hot. Some like it vegetarian.

XBox Games Now Available at Parkland Library

Parkland Community Library has added Xbox to its collection.

'No Child Left Behind' Made Me a Better Teacher

Here are four ways "No Child Left Behind" helped me to help my students.

Groundhog Day Event Promises to Entertain

Why the Groundhog Day celebration at Wehr's Dam on Thursday is worth attending.

Suburbs Owe a Debt to Allentown

What does Allentown's Neighborhood Improvement Zone and the Earned Income Tax mean for me?

Why I Love South Whitehall

Brian Hite, in his first post on South Whitehall Patch, counts the ways South Whitehall is the best place to live in the Lehigh Valley.

5 Tips for Saving Money on Vacation

Learn how to stretch a vacation budget.

OverDrive is Now Available at Parkland Community Library

You can download and enjoy digital books on your computer, smartphone, iPod, or eBook reader anytime, anywhere.

10 Reasons I Like Disney World

Back from a long absence, I decided to focus on something light to start 2012. Here are my top 10 reasons that Disney World is a great family vacation spot.

Buy Book, Support Library

Some proceeds from sale of "Secrets of Backyard Bird-Feeding Success" will support the Parkland Community Library's building fund.

Design Your New Life

Experts will help you plan for a successful retirement at this seminar.

Here's What's Happening Inside Parkland Schools

Students are involved in everything from plays to fund-raisers to programs that build self-esteem.

Find Out Faster At Parkland Library

Waiting for a library item? Parkland Community Library can now email you as your holds become available.

What is the Tea Party Brand: Earl Grey or Herbal?

Lehigh Valley Tea Party brewed robust resolution against deficit spending, but then served a different brand and failed to take a stand when it mattered.

Shop to Support Parkland Community Library

Support Friends of Parkland Community Library by visiting www.parklandlibrary.org and using the amazon.com search box, or by visiting Barnes & Noble Bookfair on Nov. 19.

Lehigh County Redistricting: South Whitehall No Longer Split

All of South Whitehall Is now represented by the same county commissioner, Percy Dougherty.

Strict, Democratic or Permissive -- What's Your Parenting Style?

NEWS FLASH: There are no perfect parents.

Lehigh County Commissioners Weigh Amendments To County's 2012 Budget

Hearing held Oct. 5 to consider amendments to Lehigh County's budget for 2012.

Here's What's New At Parkland Community Library

The library has programs and services for all ages to promote life-long learning. Join us!

September 11, Sunday

Remembering September 11, 2001...Give prayers and let those who have sacrificed be honored. Through tragedy we have the opportunity to be even stronger.

Library Card Sign-up Month Is Here!

Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month at Parkland Community Library.

Parkland Community Library To Offer 'Books On Screen' Discussions

Four discussion sessions will be held from September through December.

Join Us Wednesday, Aug.17, For A Special Guest!

Parkland Community Library will host its Annual Summer Celebrity Elaine Viets Wednesday, Aug. 17, at 7 p.m. in Parkland High School Auditorium.

Philadelphia Phever Brings Championship Dreams

The Phillies and Eagles recently made huge moves, not only making both teams the team to beat in their respective leagues, but marking Philadelphia as one of the top sports cities in the country.

Organized Sports: Too Much, Too Soon?

Are parents pushing their children to be involved in structured competitive activities before they are developmentally ready?

Friends of Parkland Community Library holding book, video sale

The Friends of Parkland Community Library (FPCL) holds its 21st Annual Used Book Sale from July 30th through August 6th at the Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (LCTI).

U.S. Women's Soccer, On the Rise Even After Defeat

America's women's soccer team lost on the field in the finals against Japan, but the popularity the team gained for the sport at home is still a substantial victory.