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<figure id="figure-6l15cqqhz1m7kmeyt6"><img id="6l15cqqhz1m7kmeyt6" src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/166cONTlBgMX9knL5i3742mbfMBGSfIQQNUaCSGgsYi9rHXaLDbK2cnuDKObEhuB.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/166cONTlBgMX9knL5i3742mbfMBGSfIQQNUaCSGgsYi9rHXaLDbK2cnuDKObEhuB.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure>Its Christmas Time!Neighbors and kids gathered downtown for fun events and the annual tree lighting.There was a host of entertainment, free hot chocolate, and lots of cheer in and around the city.I spoke to some people that came in from neighboring towns and burourghs to take part in the event.Its great to see Alletnwon as a destination for firends who often stay away from the city.&nbsp;&nbsp;Things are changing, and its existing to see it!

Allentown Tree Lighting

<figure id="figure-6yaqucig2m7klzcsq" class=""><img id="6yaqucig2m7klzcsq" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/22ZPAAOwTwmXviKesOBjnfEVHcGxFMQm7jn8doBxXBRlLnaFgh1BegmhxEvappuz.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/22ZPAAOwTwmXviKesOBjnfEVHcGxFMQm7jn8doBxXBRlLnaFgh1BegmhxEvappuz.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure>Today is Election Day.&nbsp;&nbsp;For the past 8 years I have been the Judge of Elections for the 11-3 voting precint.&nbsp;Its been an honor to help voters engage in the democtratic process. Regardless of your political views, my job is to ensure all eligable voters have an effecient and plesant experianceWe've recently moved to Ag hall and joined 4 other voting precints. I think this makes Ag hall the largest polling locatoin in Allentown.It great to help folks with the sometimes confusing process of voting and work with an amazing team to ensure every vote counts!

Election Day

<figure id="figure-8o6ygjwr3uvm749ev9c"><img id="8o6ygjwr3uvm749ev9c" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/30FTSQ9PcvIvbfz6SwVD40HGw76y0nMwRXw7lz3Is0pxf81IlmucQ4YZSZhHGrz2.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 50% 30%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="50%" data-positiony="30%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/30FTSQ9PcvIvbfz6SwVD40HGw76y0nMwRXw7lz3Is0pxf81IlmucQ4YZSZhHGrz2.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 50% 30%;"></figure>It was great to spend the day with frineds from the Franklin Park Neighborhood for the annual 'Trunk or Treat' event.So many kids from the community were able to enjoy face painting, games, and of course a ton of candy. Yes, I was able to rock my 70's hair and polyester outfit for this special occation.Its amazing to see the community coming togeher and fosucing on the positive things we can do for each other.

Franklin Park Trunk or Treat

<figure id="figure-vukl1kqzom7kmp4ke"><img id="vukl1kqzom7kmp4ke" src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/338r1iqq76YAPFsft3G0XZ117aac0WkPFb9YdTdtxJHBAh8XIMCjmcfEh2MvQaCm.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/338r1iqq76YAPFsft3G0XZ117aac0WkPFb9YdTdtxJHBAh8XIMCjmcfEh2MvQaCm.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure>National Night out is a fun community event that usually takes place in September.This year there was a bit of a delay due to weather, but the same energy and fun remained.Ice cream was a little less of a hit due to the fall like tempratures, but live music, sports and give-aways were still out in full force.Its great to see neighbors and local law enforcement get a chance to connect and enjoy a night out.

A slightly delayed, National Night Out

<figure id="figure-1vh1i5r4dqm7kmvtoc"><img id="1vh1i5r4dqm7kmvtoc" src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/12YcRv8NPwk61uQGn9McGCoXRpauKB0q5PF6e9BgBlhN4wo3xjCaHz2PCH3UkJ1K.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 50% 55%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="50%" data-positiony="55%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/12YcRv8NPwk61uQGn9McGCoXRpauKB0q5PF6e9BgBlhN4wo3xjCaHz2PCH3UkJ1K.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 50% 55%;"></figure>Come one, come all, to the Great Allentown Fair.This annual even is always bitter sweet for me. The fair is an exciting time for the community to come together and ejnoy great food, games, rides, and entertainment. On the flip side, its the end of summer.The weather was amazing for must of the days and it was great to see so many people out on the 'midway' enjoying the waining days of summer.

The Great Allentown Fair

<figure id="figure-a1qf751sy2m7kk7x4i"><img id="a1qf751sy2m7kk7x4i" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/32KL9PXlzedbaSf9PurZYq32wVdtRSzpiYaHuIprySz7PXDxXxGTRLaZaiY7r2sU.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 45% 45%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="45%" data-positiony="45%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/32KL9PXlzedbaSf9PurZYq32wVdtRSzpiYaHuIprySz7PXDxXxGTRLaZaiY7r2sU.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 45% 45%;"></figure>Monday's in the summer at Franklin park are grate. The local community in conjunction with the City of Allentown put together Monday Fun Day's.&nbsp;This is a great time to engage with Neighbors and provide an outlet for kids to run off eneregy, get some healthy treats, and enjoy a positive time in the park.I'm so honored to have great friends (and an amazing wife) to voluenteer with for programs like this!

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Allentown Tree Lighting

Election Day

Franklin Park Trunk or Treat

A slightly delayed, National Night Out

The Great Allentown Fair

Monday, Fun Day's