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Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Biz Bites

New Yogurt Shop Coming to Emmaus Triangle is Now Hiring

Mixies Frozen Yogurt, opening in the former Finish Line Running Store location on the Emmaus Triangle, is currently seeking employees.

Mixies Frozen Yogurt will soon be joining the other shops on the Emmaus Triangle, taking over the location previously occuppied by The Finish Line Running Store. Mixies also currently hiring, according to signs in the window of the vacant Finish Line storefront.

Monday, May 20, 2013

Biz Bites

East Penn Diner Nearly Ready for Business

The owners of the East Penn Diner are now hiring and as soon as the staff is set the doors of the new eatery will officially open.

Special to Emmaus Patch By Chrissy Cilento, Emmaus High School Senior    Wondering when the East Penn Diner on Chestnut Street will finally be open? Well, the wait is almost over! Originally set to open in January, the diner ran into some trouble with construction, but now is nearly ready to open. The hiring process is underway, and as soon as the staff is set the doors will officially open. Owner George Draklellis says that there most likely won't be any sort of ceremony to the opening, just a quiet affair, so keep your eyes peeled for the day when the "Open" sign goes up.  Although the construction went a little longer than anticipated, the extra time has definitely paid off. For those who remember the building back when it was the …

Saturday, May 18, 2013

Who's Hiring: UPS, Pottstown Medical Center, T-Mobile

Looking for a job? These businesses in the East Penn area are hiring.

Are you looking for a job?  Here are some positions available in the Emmaus area, all advertised on Careerbuilder in the past week. Are you or someone you know looking for work? Check out these local jobs posted recently around town and online at Careerbuilder.com and Craigslist.org. Click on the job title to view the posting. (Job listings were posted between May 12 and May 18, 2013; some positions may have been filled.) Sales Consultants at Lehigh Valley Acura UPS Part Time Package Handler Public Relations Manager Clinical Director Project Manager - Engineering Design C++ Developer Director, Health Information Management HHA/Home Health Aide Needed Systems Administrator Retail Sales Associate   Find more jobs nearby. Does your business …

Friday, May 17, 2013

Introducing Small Business Patch

The newly launched site offers tips, info and digital know-how for small business owners.

Patch has launched a new site, Small Business Patch, to educate and empower small businesses with the digital tools, social media strategies and marketing know-how needed to ensure long-term growth. Readers will have access to exclusive interviews with well-known founders and CEOs and small business industry experts who share their experiences, advice and tips for success. One of the latest articles features an exclusive interview with successful real estate entrepreneur, Barbara Corcoran, founder of The Corcoran Group. In this Q&A, Corcoran discusses the how to take advantage of the size of a small businesses, and why making big “mistakes” made all the difference in her success. Click here to read about the tactics Corcoran used to grow …

Todd Wolf

2:30 pm on Friday, May 17, 2013

Being a participant observer of business who is in business, I appreciate the information, knowledge and wisdom acquired from experiencing the experiences of the experienced with a "zooming in ... zooming out ... 360 degree perspective". Small Business Patch is a welcomed addition to Patch content. I am hoping that Small Business Limerick Patch would consider putting that content in the context …   more ›

Saturday, May 11, 2013

Who's Hiring: Bloomingdale’s, ServiceMaster, La Bella Baskets

Looking for a job? These businesses in the East Penn area are hiring.

Are you or someone you know looking for work? Check out these local jobs posted recently around town and online at Careerbuilder.com and Craigslist.org. Click on the job title to view the posting. (Job listings were posted between May 3 and May 11, 2013; some positions may have been filled.) Restoration Crew Chief Auto Repair Technician Grooming Salon Manager Payroll Manager  Designer Shoes Commission Sales Professional  Speech Language Pathologist International Tax Specialist Staff Accountant Applications Architect Gift Baskets and Flower Consultant

Thursday, May 9, 2013

Is Costco Still Coming to Lower Macungie?

What's happening with the proposed Hamilton Crossings shopping center that will feature the Lehigh Valley's first Costco store?

The $140 million Hamilton Crossings shopping center in Lower Macungie—set to feature the area's first Costco—will be up for an important vote at next week's East Penn School Board meeting, according to a WFMZ report. The school board will be the first of three government bodies asked to approve a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan to help pay for the project. A TIF is an economic tool to help develop a site that requires a large amount of money to pay up-front costs. In this case, the costs involve removing waste from iron mining and addressing stormwater issues before the land can be developed. Ideally, the school district, Lower Macungie Township and Lehigh County will each approve their portion of the TIF. The school board meets Monday …

H smith

1:24 pm on Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Here are the plan details. http://www.eastpennsd.org/progfiles/newsimages//Hamilton%20Crossings%20TIF%20Plan%204-2013.pdf Read.   more ›

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

New Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse Opens

The new Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse in Allentown features a gourmet salad bar and slow-grilled meats carved table side by 'gauchos.'

The owners of The Melting Pot fondue restaurant in Bethlehem have added another unique dining experience to the Lehigh Valley restaurant scene with the opening of Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse at 2805 Lehigh Street in Allentown. Rodizio is located next to The Tilted Kilt at the site of what used to be a Bob Evans restaurant just off I-78. Rodizio features a gourmet salad bar and rotisserie grilled meats—including beef, pork, poultry and lamb—that are seasoned and slow roasted. After you visit the salad bar, return to your table where friendly "gauchos" bring steak and other roasted meat to you on a long skewer and carve it tableside. Each table setting includes metal tongs so patrons can grab the morsels as they are carved. Sausage, …

Sunday, May 5, 2013

Who's Hiring?

Who's Hiring: Bear Creek, Sunshine Landscape, YM/YWCA

Looking for a job? These businesses in the East Penn area are hiring.

Are you or someone you know looking for work? Check out these local jobs posted recently around town and online at Careerbuilder.comand Craigslist.org. Click on the job title to view the posting. (Job listings were posted between April 29 and May 2, 2013; some positions may have been filled.) Aerotek: Electrical Engineer  Allied Medical: Speech Language Pathologist Allentown YMCA and YWCA: Teachers Jewish Day School of Lehigh Valley: Interim Principal  Nestle Waters: Transportation Coordinator  Pinebrook Family Services: Bilingual Visitation Monitor  Diocese of Allentown: Two Elementary Principals C.F. Martin & Co. Inc.: WebSite Content Developer Sunshine Landscape Inc.: Lawn/Landscape Foreman Bear Creek Mountain Resort: Massage Therapist…

Friday, May 3, 2013

Dorney Park Open for 2013 Season: 5 Things to Know

Dorney Park opened Friday. You'll have to wait another three weeks for Wildwater Kingdom, which opens May 25. Here's info on discounted tickets.

1. Dorney Park in South Whitehall will be open on weekends only until May 25, when Wildwater Kingdom also opens. This weekend's hours are as follows: Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. 2. Lehigh Valley residents get a discount on admission this weekend. According to Dorney Park's Facebook page, park patrons from Lehigh and Northampton counties, as well as Berks, Monroe and Carbon counties, can present their ID at the ticket booth this weekend (May 3-5) to buy up to four tickets at $25 per ticket. (Regular admission is $39.99 online to $49.99 at the gate, per ticket but there are junior/senior admissions and starlight tickets). Also, you can save money on Friday night admissions—and help raise money for …

bg wangel

9:25 pm on Monday, May 6, 2013

As a season pass holder we go as soon as they open, head to the water park and stay for a few hours and then go home and have lunch at home. It works out well for us because we only live 15, or so mins, away. I can't take the crowds !!! Going after 5 is good too especially during the week. I too would never go there except for the kids.   more ›

Thursday, May 2, 2013

Biz Bites

Oprah is Emmaus Dog Treat Maker's Role Model

Cyndi Huff-Walters took over the Spotted Dog Barkery in Emmaus in February and strives to be like Oprah Winfrey in running her dog treat business.

Special to Emmaus Patch By Chrissy Cilento, Emmaus High School Senior Business: Spotted Dog Barkery 338 Main St. Emmaus 610-965-2412 spotteddogbarkery@gmail.com Like "Spotted Dog Barkery" on Facebook  Owner: Cyndi Huff-Walters  Hours: Tues-Fri 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. What you sell? We sell fresh-made dog treats. We also do birthday cakes for dogs, and then some other assorted canine accessories including toys, scarves, dental care, leashes, collars, dog dishes, etc. Our biscuits come in a variety of flavors -- now we’re up to 15 flavors.  Is there a business you'd like to see highlighted in Biz Bites? Tell us in the comments. How long have you been in business? I took over this business Feb. 1 of this year.  What …

Nathan Brown

9:14 pm on Thursday, May 2, 2013

This is a great shop for dog treats! My labradoodle goes nuts when he goes there. Nancy was a great owner and pet lover. I wish you the best Cyndi.   more ›

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