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Specialty Care 2009 Christmas Party
A Night of Magic and Hope
Sponsored by Angel 34
The Specialty Care Christmas Party, on December 8th at Barnhouse Village, brought smiles and hugs. The BIG attraction (Santa) did not disappoint the children. While they waited to meet Santa the children participated in Letters to Santa, Holiday Ornament Making, Games, and a Magic Show.
Santa needed some help with toys this year since the Elves were busy making toys for his Christmas Eve trip. A heart felt thank you to Missing Piece and its Patrons and Macy’s Employees for the donated gifts for Santa to handout.
7 Year Old Thinks of Others and Brings HOPE
On His Birthday
Brendan Alvino was looking forward to his 7th Birthday but this year Brendan wanted to do something different, he wanted to help other children. After talking it over with his mom and dad they visited the internet to look at local organizations that could use their help. There were so many he didn’t know which one to choose until Fran (Hall) Rowley, a family friend and field hockey coach at Pen Argyl came into the picture. Fran has been a big supporter of a local charity called Angel 34 and she suggested they visit the Angel 34 Foundation web-site.
While visiting the web-site Brendan noticed the ICEE program and truck that the foundation uses to create awareness and raise funds for children battling cancer but more importantly it brings comfort to children battling cancer. Each year the Angel 34 Foundation provides ICEE machines to Pediatric Children Hospitals while providing other services and programs to children of the Lehigh Valley.. The program was started by Nicole Sheriff the founder of Angel 34 in the fall of 2003. During her own battle with cancer Nicole found that this cool summer drink helps off set the side effects of chemo and radiation treatments. This immediately drew Brendan’s attention because not only did he like to drink ICEE’s but he could help other children. Brendan had his mom call Doug Sheriff, president of Angel 34 to discuss his request.
Once the call was made a day and time was set, Nazareth Day July 18th, at Missing Piece in Nazareth. Before the 18th Brendan had other things he needed to accomplish. At his church Brendan told the congregation about his plans and members offered donations for Angel 34 and others made plans to attend the event. After emptying his and his sister Cameron’s Piggy Banks and combining it with the money collected, Brendan had raised $124.00 even before his ICEE Day sale.
On July 18th Brendan and 3 of his best friends (Aidan Palochik, Eli Laurin, and Anthony Harris) arrived at Missing Piece and sold ICEE’s from 12 noon to 2 PM. Each of the boys took turns serving up Cherry and Coke Icee’s to the patrons of Missing Piece and travelers just stopping by to see what was going on. The boys even took the time to enjoy their favorite flavors, several times.
All the boys received Earn Your Wing T-Shirts and Gold Ribbon Pins. And for his thoughtfulness and compassion for other children Brendan received the Angel 34 Angel Pin that is given to those who make a difference in the lives of other children.
The day ended with Brendan presenting the money he collected plus his own birthday money to Doug and Linda Sheriff. In just 2 hours Brendan and his friends raised $310.00 and a grand total of $434.00 for children battling cancer in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding communities. For one day Angels were present at Missing Piece and were serving ICEE’s while teaching all of us that “Who you are does make a difference”.
Thank you to Nazareth Contractors
for their support and bringing HOPE to Children Battling Cancer
- Keith Ace - Landscaping - 610-759-6421
- Larry Anthony Sr. - Sewerage Specialist - 610-759-8784
- Donald Bostic Jr - Mechanical Repairs - 610-746-4326
- Greg Dischinat - Custom Homes - 610-759-8171
- Ken Field - Oil and Heating Service - 610-759-6306
- Brad Gaumer - General Contractor - 610-746-0202
- Kevin George - Air Conditioning - 610-746-9879
- Gary Grube - Plumbing and Heating - 610-837-3404
- Michael Grube - Brick and Stone Masonry - 610-759-2056
- Dale Hendershot - Garage Door Systems - 610-759-2167
- Shawn Hendershot - Garage Door Systems - 610-837-5897
- John Huber - John’s Computer Consulting, Inc. - 610-746-2462
- Terry Klipple - Klipple Construction - 610-759-7770
- Mike Koehler - Carpenter - 610-759-7691
- Craig Laubach - Electrician - 610-759-0838
- Randy Lieberman - Excavating - 610-588-7021
- Stephen Longenbach - Drywall - 610-759-5704
- Mike Matula - Glass Company - 610-759-3682
- Lewis Romanishan - Plumbing and Heating - 610-837-8969
- Richard Seaton - Electrical Contractor - 610-759-4439
- Junior Siegfried - Auto - 610-759-9048
- Gary Stewart - Custom Kitchens - 610-746-5500
- John Tanzos - Flooring - 610-759-5264
- Ed Taschler - Ed’s Roofing - 610-657-6878
- Jim Trach, Jr. - Trach Plumbing and Heating - 610-759-2153
- Thomas Yandrisevits - Carpeting - 610-837-2643
- Jeffrey Youngkin - Carpentry and Remodeling - 610-759-8440
- David Yost - Cleaning Service - 610-759-1557
- Stephen Yost - Tri-Boro Fencing Contractor - 610-837-6439
- Jeffrey Male - Contractor - 610-759-9493
- Michael Micucci - Electrician - 610-759-9429
- Keith Seaton - Contractor - 610-759-6538
- Bill Tanzosh - Construction - 610-759-3161
Four Angels Help Children Battling Cancer
Angels in Disguise
On their 13th Birthday, Grace Bova, Kelly Snyder, Maddie McLinden, and Catherine Garrity did not ask for an iPod, clothing, cell phone or any other teen luxury. But instead, these four collected their Birthday money and visited Angel Field. During their visit the four presented their Birthday Money $801.00 to Angel 34. Their generous donation will be used to support the National ICEE Program and provide financial support to the families that have children battling cancer.
Friday Nights for Hope Helps Support a Search for a Cure
In the fall of 2008, 22 cheerleading teams in District XI participated in the first annual Friday Nights for Hope. Each of the cheerleading teams did special events at Friday Night Football Games to raise money for children battling cancer. Part of the proceeds went to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital for cancer research. Those proceeds plus other money raised by Angel 34 over the 2008 year were presented to St. Jude’s at the annual Cat Country radio thon. A check for $4,500.00 was presented by cheerleaders from Nazareth, Catasauqua, and Easton High Schools.
Thank you to all the participating teams in District XI: Bangor, Southern Lehigh, Northwestern, Wilson, Northern Lehigh, Emmaus, Easton, Nazareth, Parkland, Whitehall, Northampton, Pocono Mountain West, East Stroudsburg South, Freedom, Dieruff, William Allen , East Stroudsburg North, Pleasant Valley, Stroudsburg, East Stroudsburg South, Pocono Mountain East, and Lehighton.
New Best Buy Store in Lehigh Valley Mall Help Local Children Battle Cancer
Doug and Linda receive a $3,000 check from Best Buy staff to support local children battling cancer. The Best Buy Corporation extends a helping hand to local charities when they open a new store. Thank you Best Buy and employees for their generous donation.
2009 - 2nd Annual Sweet Thirty-Fourmal Raises $2,510.00
Students from Northampton High School Student Government pose for a picture at a Thank you dinner, Asante’s Restaurant, with members of the Angel 34 Foundation. Over 300 tickets were sold for this year’s dance that took place at Northampton Community Center on Friday February 13th.
Eagle Scout Project to Make A Bird of a Difference
Michael Flesher wanted to do a project that not only would meet the requirements for his Eagle Scout Project but make an impact for years to come. In the summer of 2008 Michael and his dad Carl visited Angel Field and looked over several projects that Angel 34 was preparing to do. The one project that Michael chose was the Bird Sanctuary located at the lower portion of Angel Field. The new Bird Sanctuary will not only provide a habitat for birds to nest and feed but will give visiting children at Angel Field an educational opportunity to learn about wildlife and too photograph them in their natural habitat. Since their first visit to Angel Field Michael has put in over 100 hours on his project. Items that were purchased by Michael’s fundraising endeavors: 250lbs of bird feed, bat house, several hand made birdhouses, assorted birdfeeders (Oriole Feeder, Finch Feeders, Suet Feeders, Peanut Feeder, Woodpecker Feeders), bird viewing telescope, bird book, and song bird CD.
Bethlehem Blast Earn Their Wings On Skates
On Sunday January 4th Doug and Linda visited the Steel Ice Arena to meet the 2008-2009 Bethlehem Blast Team. The Bethlehem Blast Organization holds a yearly holiday party and during that event holds a raffle to raise funds for charitable organizations. This year Angel 34 was chosen to receive their generous donation. Doug and Linda were presented with at $1,000 check for Nicole’s “Angel 34 Foundation”.
Thank you Bethlehem Blast for your efforts on and off the Ice.
“Bee a Bear of Hope Bears” are Ready to Travel
On Saturday April 4th 17 volunteers visited Angel Field with one mission, to tag all the Bee a Bear if Hope Bears for local Children’s Hospitals. From Mothers Day of 2008 till Christmas the Bears could be adopted on line or at Missing Piece in Nazareth. Over 400 bears were adopted out for $20.00/Bear.
On Saturday the bears were tagged with their identification postcard and readied to be delivered. Each bear was adorned with at purple and gold ribbon and given a hug. The child who receives the bear can send the attached postcard to the adoptee to let them know the name that the bear was given and too let them know the “Bee a Bear of Hope” is giving comforting care.
A BIG thank you to New York Life Insurance Employees, Moravian College (Gamma Gamma Sigma and Angel 34 Family Members who helped with the tagging.(Carolyn Raufer, Jessica Coatsworth, Jessica Grchowski, Rachel Fast, Nicole Mernagh, Elisa Raab, Lorraine Stevenson, LuAnn Jankowski, Ryan Murphy, Ryan Stevenson, Linda Jurasik, Sue Matthew, Pat Matthew, Julie Ashton, Jacque Zupko, Megan Konrath, Millie Konrath
Thank you For Adopting a Bear of Hope!
The new Bee a Bear of Hope Bears are out and can be purchased at Missing Piece in Nazareth or call 610-533-1923.
Angel Thirty Formal
Northampton Student Council Raises $2,800.00
For Children Battling Cancer
The NHS Student Council led by Alex Maclean and Janel Paukovits put on a great Valentines Formal to Benefit the Angel 34 Foundation on February 15th at Northampton Community Center from 7 PM - 10 PM. The 307 Attendees danced the night away by created by DJ Slick Vic. Purple balloons (Nicole's favorite color and the color of the foundation) decorated the hall and tables of goodies (donated by the PTA) kept everyone energized throughout the night.
The Angel 34 Foundation would like to send a BIG thank you to the student council for a great night of fun and supporting children battling cancer.
***Other donations by Top Hat Formal Wear and Bella Hair.
ICEE Van a Hit at Stanglein's Vet Grand Opening
Saturday, June 30th, "Chill On Wheels" visited Northampton to sell ICEEs at Stanglein's Veterinarian grand opening. Over 200 guests visited the new facility with its updated, state-of-the-art, rooms. Terry and Jean will be sponsoring the Angel 34 pet therapy program for 2007 and 2008. Congratulations to the staff at Stanglein's Veterinarian!
DeSales vs Moravian Benefits Angel 34!
Newscast below!
April 24th, 7:12 PM, 69 News:
"Moravian and Desales are going to play one another on the baseball field tonight. But there's a lot more going on than just a baseball game. The teams are playing at Limeport Stadium, and the proceeds from the game are going to the Angel 34 Foundation."
Check out the newscast video by clicking here!
2008 Specialty Care Christmas Party Brings Holiday Cheer
Volunteers from Moravian College and Emmaus Cheerleading Squad Pose before Santa’s Arrival.
On December 2, the weather outside was chilling but the fire inside Woodstone Country Club glowed and brought warmth to the families attending the 2008 Specialty Card Christmas Party sponsored by Angel 34 Foundation. During the event children were able to participate in arts and crafts, games, dance to the holiday music provided by DJ Slick Vic, enjoy the holiday food and beverages and the Disney sing along at the end of the night.
Each child got the chance to meet with Santa privately and was given a gift chosen by one of his elves. “Hope” the Therapy Dog mingled with the children and made sure no desserts went uneaten.
Angel 34 would like to thank Walgreen Employees and the Angels of Missing Piece for their generous gift giving and the Elves from Moravian College and Emmaus Cheerleading Team for helping Santa.
Angels Walk for Hope
Spirit of the Game Carries Over to 2008 Walk
Over 400 walkers enjoyed a sunny 60 degree day to bring HOPE for children battling cancer. This was the first year that field hockey teams from District XI attended the event. Opening ceremonies started at 1PM with walkers spelling out HOPE and the Number 34 in memory of Nicole Sheriff the founder of Angel 34. The different color jersey/shirts worn by the teams looked great!
Over 16 schools participated in the 5K walk that started at Al Erdosy Stadium at Northampton High School and continued onto the Nor-Bath Trail. Before starting the walk participants made holiday cards for children in local hospitals, participated in bean bag toss competition and registered for the 2008 Duck Pluck. After the walk field hockey players participated in a field hockey skill competition that consisted of 5 skills.
After the dust cleared over $18,000.00 was raised at this years walk.
To see/purchase pictures from 2008 Angel 34 Events
go to www.collages.net and fill in the following information:
Username: 2008 Fall Angel 34 Events
Password: 23103
Angel 34 Duck Pluck Winners 2008
4,300 Ducks Help Kids Battle Cancer
On October 18th, 34 ducks were plucked from a flock of 4,300 adopted out for our 1st Annual Duck Pluck held at Northampton High School Al Erdosy Stadium. Before the Duck Pluck Event, the Cheerleading Teams from District XI Competed in the first ever Cheerleading Olympics sponsored by Angel 34. Teams competed in 7 events. Some of the events: Human Tunnel Race, Shuffle Board Relay, Pizza Delivery Relay, Pinkie Link Balloon Relay, and the Blindfolded Football Catch. Teams: Pocono Mtn. West, Pocono Mtn. East, Whitehall, Bangor, Dieruff, Emmaus, Freedom, Northampton, Nazareth, Easton, and Catasauqua. All the teams did a great job and it came down to the last event to determine our winners.
Click here to read the rest of the story and find out who won!
Earn Your Wings
Angel 34 is always looking for your support. We'd like to thank you for the opportunity to ask for your help.
If you are interested in supporting Angel 34, click here to Earn Your Wings!
May through August Angel of Hope Sponsors
Many thanks to our supporters!
We'd like to thank all those who've supported Angel 34.
Please visit the Awards page to see all our wonderful donees!
Bee a Bear of HOPE
Bee a Bear of HOPE for Children Battling Cancer. Proceeds from the sale of the Bee Bear help support the Angel 34 Foundation and its mission, "For Every Child to have their own Angel during their battle with cancer".
The Angel 34 Foundation was founded in the fall of 2003 by Nicole Sheriff during her own battle with Ewing Sarcoma. It was during her battle with cancer that Nicole witnessed the hardships and burdens that are placed on families and the many side effects that are associated with cancer treatments. Out of the compassion for every child she came across she vowed to make a difference in that child's life.
When you purchase your BEE Bear you can take the Bear home with you or you can ADOPT the Bear for a child battling cancer. The Bear will be delivered by the ICEE BEAR to local hospitals and given out to children at Angel Field when they visit. You can also adopt the bear at Missing Piece in Nazereth (610-759-4033).
Thank you for Making a Difference for Making a Difference!
Mr. Pierzga & Student Council Sell 720 Carrots
for Pediatric Cancer
For the 3rd year the Student Council of Wolf Elementary under the guidance of Gary Pierzga made a difference. Each morning in the month of March Student Council Members sold cellophane carrots stuffed with gold fish to raise money for children battling cancer. Doug Sheriff , Megan McHugh, and Hope (Angel 34's Therapy Dog) visited Wolf Elementary to receive the check from Student Council Members. During the assembly Hope seem to be the main attraction and she loved every minute of it.
To the surprise of everyone Craig Mogel made a generous donation of $500.00 to Angel 34 from his apple sales he does every morning. 63 bushels of apples were sold to support the ICEE program that is now in 14 Children's Hospitals.
Thank you Wolf Elementary for Your Support!
Play Ball!
If you look under the month of May in the 2008 Angel of Hope Calendar you will see a future player for the Phillies. Jacob is a BIG Phillies fan and on May 3rd the Angel 34 Foundation had the privilege of making a future baseball players dream come true. Jacob Kosierowski, his parents (Bridget - Joe) and friend Charlie were treated to a Phillies game complements of Kevin Kovacs and the Phillies Organization (Derek Schuster). Jake and Family were picked up in a white limo at Angel Field and delivered to the front door of Citizens Park. Once he arrived his schedule was filled for the next 5 hours.
Jake and Charlie got the opportunity to sit in the broadcast booth, be on the field for batting practice,Got a behind the scenes tour, have dinner in the Diamond Club section and sit right next to the Phillies dugout during the game. Each of the boys were treated with a goodie bag and Charlie had a ball tossed to him during the game by Pat Burrell. Unfortunately the Phillies lost in extra innings but by the smiles on the faces that didn't matter.
Angel of Hope Supporters
Starting in March individuals, organizations, and businesses can make donations for specific programs at Angel Field. Please read through the list to adopt a specific program and help make a difference in a child's life battling cancer.
Garden Therapy Program
One of the programs that children will be able to participate in this summer is the Garden Therapy Program. The 4900 sq ft potager will provide children the opportunity to have their own garden to grow vegetables, flowers, herbs or a combination of all three. The children will be responsible for tending to the garden from spring to fall . This program gives children something to look forward to and provides physical exercise.
- Sponsor a Garden Plot for a child for the summer - $100.00
- Sponsor a Bench or Table/Chairs for the Garden - $150.00
- Sponsor Tools for Children to Use in Therapy Garden - $25.00
- Sponsor a Bird House or Feeder - $35.00
- Donate 20 Hours to helping in the Garden - Priceless
2007 Big33 Football Classic
Celebrating the Game's 50th Anniversary!
Keystone State Win: 28 to 10!
The first year of the ICEE Van at the Big33!
Angel 34 premiered "Chill on Wheels" at the 50th anniversary game!
Kevin Kelly from Penn State and fellow teamates visited the ICEE van and Kevin helped sell ICEES at half time to raise money for children with cancer. Kevin was joined by Penn State players Tyrell Sales, A.Q. Shipley, Sean Lee, respectively.
The Pennsylvania team and the Angel 34 ICEE van were both winners at the 2007 game!
Northampton High School Flagpole/Plaque Dedication
Present were:
Dr. Linda Firestone, Superintendent
Mike Schneider, Athletic Director
Debra Anthony, Head Coach
and the
NAHS 2006 Field Hockey Team Seniors
Take Me Out to the Ball Game!
Angel 34, with the help of Dave Rank, Mike Schneider, and the Philadelphia Phillies, sponsored a "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" on Saturday, August 19th, 2006. Kids from Muhlenberg Specialty Care and their families got to enjoy a night of baseball and plenty of food and treats. Before the game, Brian Schneider (starting catcher for the Nationals), with some of his teammates, visited the kids and signed autographs. A special thanks to Derick Schuster and the staff of the Philadelphia Phillies for making the night enjoyable and Brian Schneider for the time spent with the kids. - Faith, Hope, Love
Pictures available in the Archives sections (click here)!
Starters Pub Annual Golf Tournament
On Monday, August 7th, 128 Golfers teed off at Wedgewood Golf Course to raise money for children battling cancer! The 3rd Annual Starters Open was sponsored by Dave Rank (Starters Pub and Starters Riverport) to benefit Angel 34 and the memory of Nicole Sheriff, the founder of Angel 34. Everyone enjoyed the gorgeous weather and the food (donated by US Foods) at the turn served by the nurses of Muhlenberg Specialty Care. There was even a hole-in-one by Jeff Baldesano who won two airline tickets to anywhere in the continental USA! Thanks to all our supporters and participants for making this a truly great day!
A special thank you to Shelly Berlin for getting t-shirts and hats from the 2006 Wingfoot US Open for each golfer!
The picture slideshow is available here!
2006 Big33 Football Classic
Over $2,000 was raised selling ICEEs at the Big33 game!
Linda and Doug with Alex Johnson before the game at Hershey Stadium
An old friend returns to visit the ICEE stand at half time.
Doug, Linda, & Kevin Kelly
PA State Senator Lisa Boscola meets Lizzie
Dear Mr. Sheriff:
I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you for taking the time to meet with me to discuss the Angel 34 Foundation.
This program, founded by your daughter Nicole during her battle with Ewing Sarcoma, has assisted many people to date and I am sure is due to help many more in the future. The donations of ICEE machines to hospitals, aid to children and families, the continuous search for a cure and providing scholarships to those in need is highly regarded and impressive. The therapy dog program is remarkable and I am glad to see that it is up and running with the newest addition to Angel 34, Lizzie.
Thank you, again, for taking the time to introduce me to the Angel 34 Foundation. Please know that my support of this program will not waver and I will continue to seek funding in Harrisburg. Please feel free to call upon me anytime regarding this or any state-related matter.
Sincerely,
Lisa M. Boscola
State Senator - 18th District
(Click here for a copy of Lisa's Official letter)
Angel34 Pet Therapy Program
Fair Hill Angel Sweetpea was born on April 25th, 2005.
Her call name is Lizzie after Nicole's middle name, Elizabeth.
She was donated by Mrs. Nancy Murray, owner of Fair Hill Farms, Maryland.
Sue Carlson, Northamton Elemantary's Guidance Counselor,
will be Lizzie's owner and responsible for training Lizzie to become
a full-time therapy dog.
Lizzie will be working with children in the Northampton School District and local children's hospitals. If interested in a therapy program for your school district or children's hospital, please contact us at therapy@angel34.org.
Angel34 patch worn in BIG33 Football Classic
Kevin Kelly, from Neshaminy High School, wore this Angel34 patch in honor of Nicole and number 34. A $500 scholarship in Kevin's name will be sent to Neshaminy High School for a medical arts scholarship.
Kevin will be attending Penn State University in the fall. He is vying for the #1 kicker position.
Update: Kevin Kelly is now the Starting Kicker for Penn State!
