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2011 Office Events
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2009 Office Events
2008 Office Events
2007 Office Events
2006 Office Events
2005 Office Events
2011 Office Events
Ground Hog Job Shadowing Program
Every year for Ground Hog Day we participate in the annual national event, Ground Hog Hob Shadowing Program. Two students will be invited to shadow Dr. Loftus and his staff to learn more about the orthodontic profession. Students are asked to sign up with an administrative assistant by January 20th. Winners will be notified January 25th.
Students in grades 7 – 12 are eligible and parents must be willing to take their child out of school for the morning. Students will the shadow Dr. Loftus in the office on Friday February 3rd, from 8 -12.
Super Bowl XLV
We will again have our annual Super Bowl Contest. This year’s contest will run from November 1st – December 22nd. When you come in for your appointment give us your prediction. Pick 2 teams from the board, 1 from the NFC and 1 from the AFC, along with the score. Fill out the contest slip and place it in the popcorn bucket. The patient with the correct teams and the closest score will be the winner. GOOD LUCK!
Guess the weight of the Pumpkins
The combined weight of the 7 pumpkins, 3 squash, and 6 gourds in the foyer was 135 pounds. Congratulations to Elisabeth Kondisko and Anna Hambleton who each guessed the exact weight. They each will receive a $50 gift card to Target. Look for you chance to try again next year.
Patient News
Congratulations go out to Dennis Kocher who bowled a 300 at the Mountainville Bowling Alley in South Allentown. Denny has been bowling for 10 years. He belongs to a morning league and a junior traveling league at Blue Valley.
Easton Orthodontic Associates would like to recognize CeCe Catena for volunteering with Operation Smiles. She will be going to Mongolia for 2 weeks in July with a team of doctors and nurses as well as another mission partner. She will be teaching children how to brush their teeth. These children will be seeing a toothbrush for the first time.
"Where Were You Contest"
The Summer Postcard Contest came to an end over Labor Day. A special thank you to all patients who sent us postcards. We enjoyed each and everyone, which made it hard to choose winners. The winners are for the cutest: Alysse Danyi, the funniest: Sophia Rivera, and for the furthest there was a tie between Sean& Erika McKee who visited Hawaii and AJ & Murphy DiRosa who visited Malta. Congratulations to all the winners. We look forward to everyone’s travels next year.
May 31 - September 5, 2011
Send us a postcard from wherever you go this summer. Whether it is North, South, East or West or even across the ocean, we will track them on our map hanging up on the patient bulletin board in the children's section of the waiting room. Prizes will be awarded for the cutest, funniest, furthest, and our personal favorite. Remember you have until August 31st to get a postcard to us. Good Luck and travel safe. Prizes will be gift cards.
3rd Annual Movie Night
Easton Orthodontic Associates will again have a Movie Night at the Northampton Crossings Regal Cinemas sometime early summer. Watch our website, office tv, and bulletin boards for updated information. Remember in order to eligible to win passes, you must have EXCELLENT oral hygiene at your appointments. Your name will then be entered into a drawing. All winners will be randomly drawn and notified 2 weeks before the event.
Spring Contest
March 27th – May 6th
The winners of the 2011 Spring Contest were Taylor Stephany and Sean Guydish who both correctly guessed the exact number of candies, 210, in the egg jar. Each won a gift card to Walmart.
Super Bowl XLV Winner
Tyler S. was the winner of the contest. He not only picked the packers to win the Super Bowl, but he was also very close on the final score. He picked the Packers 35 – Steelers 25 with the actual score being the Packers 31 – the Steelers 25. Way to go Tyler!
Guess the Weight of the Pumpkins
Patients were asked to guess the weight of the pumpkins in the 2nd floor foyer. Contest ran from September to November 19th. Congratulations to Julianne Morris who correctly guessed the exact weight of 102 lbs and received a $50.00 gift card. Nicholas Apruzzi and Tiffany Palmer had the closest guesses. They each received a $25.00 gift card. Look for our Pumpkin Contest again next year for your chance to win a gift card.
“Where Were You” Contest Winners"
Postcards were sent from a variety of places. Keep us in mind next year when you go on vacation and send us a postcard. Who knows, you may be a lucky winner. Thanks to everyone who participated and shared their vacation with us. Congratulations to all of the contest winners. Winners enjoyed a $25.00 gift card.
Cutest: Deanna Chiapuzzi
Funniest: Nick Casterline
Furtherest: Rebecca Nathanson and Sarina Chiapuzzi
Our Favorite: Nicolo Armagno
Honorable Mention: Kathleen Gain
Congratulations to Dr. Loftus who had his first ever hole in one at the Northampton Country Club Course on September 26, 2010.
Happy 39 + 1 Birthday Dr. Loftus
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your staff and patients : )
Spring Contest
March 15th – April 30th
The winner of the Spring Contest was Tucker Seese who won and Ipod Shuffle. Holly Anderson and Tina Velez won gift cards to Palmer Mall for being close.
2nd Annual Movie Night
Easton Orthodontic Associates held it's 2nd Annual Movie Night at the Northampton Crossings Regal Cinemas on June 19th for a showing of Toy Story 3. Everyone there had a smashing time. Look for the 3rd Annual Movie Night in Spring 2011. Remember to keep your teeth pearly white to be entered into the contest.
Super Bowl XLIV Winner
57 patients correctly picked the New Orleans Saints and the Indianapolis Colts to be in the Super Bowl. Only 1 patient, TALIA B., correctly picked the Saints to win and had the exact score, 31 -17. (I hear she was helped by her brother Nick. Kudos for Nick for being a great brother.) Congratulations to Talia, who won a 19" LCD HD TV, for being this years Super Bowl winner.
Community Service Project: Cell Phones For Soldiers
Please donate your old, unused cell phones to our office. Donated phones are reconditioned and proceeds are used to buy pre-paid calling cards for soldiers serving in the Middle East. For more information please visit www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com. This is an ongoing community service project which we started in the summer of 2009 and will continue until further notice. Thank you to all who have supported this worthy cause.
Groundhog Job Shadow Program 
Every year for Groundhog Day we participate in the national event, Groundhog Job Shadowing Program. Students are invited to shadow Dr. Loftus and his staff to learn more about the orthodontic profession. This year we had 2 student on Groundhog Day (February 2nd) shadowing Doctor Loftus, Brendan and Regan.
2009 Office Events
Winter Community Service Project: The Animal Food Bank
The Animal Food Bank is dedicated to assisting pets and their owners by providing a variety of services. Current services include food distribution to low-income individuals and families, as well as, the supplementation of food to area animal rescues and humane societies. Providing education to the pet owner, along with the community, is an on going mission of the Food Bank. They particularly need dry cat food, but they will graciously accept any pet products. Last day to bring food in is January 15th. Thank you to all who have donated.
Super Bowl XLIV
The SuperBowl contest began November 2nd and will run through December 30th. Choose one team from the NFL and one team from the AFL along with a score. Then watch the game Sunday February 7, 2010. The patient with the correct team and closest score will be the winner.
Guess the Weight of the Pumpkins Winners
Patients were asked to guess the combined weight of the pumpkins in the second floor foyer. Contest ran from September 17th - November 12th. The three patients with the closest guesses were Eric Evelhoch, Tyler Sauer, and Melissa Schnappauf. Congratulations to the winners. Each will receive a $25 gift card.
"Where Were You" Contest Winners"
Postcards were sent from a variety of places. Keep us in mind next year when you go on vacation and send us a postcard. Who knows, you may be a lucky winner. Thanks to everyone who participated and shared their vacation with us. Congratulations to all of the contest winners. Winners enjoyed a a $25.00 gift card to Palmer Mall or Walmart.
Favortite Postcard: Andrew Shaffer
Cutest Postcard: Rachel Hoffman
Funniest Postcard: Amelia Sapirman
Furthest Distance Postcard: Olivia Zelinski (Hawaii) and Cameron Orhwashel (Netherlands)
Community Service Project Update: Alex's Lemonade Stand
Dr. Loftus's son Brandon raises $1300 for Alex's Lemonade Stand. Thanks to our patients, staff, friends and relatives for their generous donations. Please visit www.alexslemonadestand.org for more information on this great charity.
Father's Day Contest Winner
Charles D. was the winner of the Father's Day Contest. He won 5 tickets to an Ironpigs home game at CoCa-Cola Park.
 
Charles and Dad Coca-Cola Park - Allentown
Mother's Day Contest Winner
Jennie M. wrote the winning essay on "Why My Mother Is Special". Jennie wrote: "My Mom is so special because she wakes me up every morning for school. When I have a cut, my Mom puts a band-aid on it for me and kisses it. My Mom shows comfort for me when I am scared. My Mom is so special to me because she takes care of me. And she goes to the market and buys food for me. And buys me clothes. And that is how my Mom cares for me. " Great job Jennie, and congratulations to Mrs. Melhem for being such a special Mom. We hope all Moms had a great Mother's day
"Who Am I?" Contest Winners
Congratulations to Elizabeth A., Rebecca P., and Elizabeth V. for winning the "Who Am I?" Contest. Each one correctly identified 29 out of 33 features. The winners had a choice of a digital camera, I-pod shuffle, or I-tunes gift card.
   Elizabeth Rebecca Elizabeth
Super Bowl XLIII Winner
Ian H., along with 16 other patients, picked the Pittsburgh Steelers to win the Super Bowl. In a tiebreaker, he correctly picked Pittsburgh's score (27) and his margin of victory was only 2 points. Ian won a 20 " color TV. Congratulations Ian.
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2008 Office Events
Summer Community Service Project Update
Thank you to all the patients and staff who contributed to the summer community service project. Our office collected $500, Brandon collected $400 from family members and Dr. Loftus matched with $900. Our total donation to Alex's Lemonade Stand was $1800.00
Summer Community Service Project: Alex's Lemonade Stand
Dear patients and parents,
 Several months ago, my 8 year old son Brandon and I went to lunch at Applebee’s. The kids’ menu that he received was devoted to the story of Alex’s Lemonade Stand. He was amazed how a 4 year old girl with cancer could raise over 1 million dollars for pediatric cancer research! Immediately, he wanted to host his own lemonade stand.
At that time, summer’s end was quickly approaching, and it was not a very appropriate time to have a lemonade stand. So, before we left the restaurant that day, I made a deal with Brandon. I told him that if he was really serious about hosting a lemonade stand, and donating all of the money, then he could host the stand at my office in the summer of 2008. And I also promised him that whatever donations he received at his stand, I would match with my own donation.
Now, to be honest with you, I thought that he would completely forget about the lemonade stand. It wasn’t that I didn’t want to have a lemonade stand at my office, but I wanted to make sure he was committed to the project. Well, Brandon certainly did not forget about it. About once a week for the last nine months he would mention how he was going to have the lemonade stand at the office.
So, summer is quickly approaching, and Brandon will host the stand at the office at various times throughout the summer. The dates and times are to be determined, and will likely be based on weather. After all, lemonade is very popular on hot days! So please be on the lookout for Brandon this summer, and I would greatly appreciate it if you would support his efforts. And yes, I will match his donations up to $1,000. All money received will be sent to Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, which supports pediatric cancer research. To date, the foundation has raised over 18 million dollars! Thank you in advance for your support!
Sincerely,
Brian Loftus
Super Bowl XLII Winner
The winner of this year’s 2008 Super Bowl contest was Elise. Elise was the only person to pick the New York Giants to beat the New England Patriots. Congratulations to Elise.
Groundhog Day Job Shadow Program
February 1, 2008
On February 1st, Easton Orthodontic Associates participated in the Groundhog Day Job Shadow Program. This year’s participants were Annika, Muncie, Garrett, and Samantha.
The students spent the morning “shadowing” Dr. Loftus, clinical assistants, administrative assistants, and lab technicians in their duties in the office.
2007 Office Events Super Bowl XLI Winner
This year'swinner of the 2007 Super Bowl contest was Paul D. Paul won a 13" color TV with DVD player. Paul had the closest score to the winning team, the Indianapolis Colts over the Chicago Bears.
Groundhog Day Job Shadow Program
Friday February 2, 2007
The Shadowing Program is an opportunity for a student to observe all aspects of being an orthodontist. This years student was Ryan S. Ryan is interested in a career as an orthodontist. He spent the morning "shadowing" Dr. Loftus.
Spring Community Service Project
Our spring community service project for this year was to collect donations for the American Cancer Society by selling die cut daffodils to hang in the office. We collected $178 in donations. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this cause. For Daffodil Day Easton Orthodontic Associates gave daffodils to all patients that came in during Daffodil Days, March 19 – 25.
 
Daffodil Die-cuts. Daffodil Week March 19-23
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2006 and 2005 Office Events
Holy Family School
October 17, 2006
 
Dr. Loftus with Bugsy. Dr. Loftus showing an x-ray
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Dr. Loftus with a mouthguard. Dr. Loftus flossing Bugy's teeth. Student practicing brushing.
During National Orthodontic Health Month in October and National Children’s Dental Health Month in February, Dr. Loftus visits local elementary schools and gives a dental health presentation to second and third graders. The program includes what happens at the dentist, foods you should eat and what might happen at their first orthodontic appointment. Folders are given to each student containing information on the American Association of Orthodontists, recommendations for a child’s first visit to the orthodontist as well as coloring books and educational pages for the students. Each student also receives a dental health kit.
Fall Community Project Update
Lap Robes This years project is a little different. We are asking people to make 7" x 9" knitted or crocheted squares with leftover yarn. We will then sew the squares together for small lap robes to be used by local shelters and nursing home facilities. Some of the organizations interested are: Easton Nursing Home, The Phoebe Home, Praxis, Manor Care, New Eastwood Center, and Safe Harbour.
Instructions will be available in the office. We will also have some needles and yarn here so you can work on them while you are in our reception area.
 
Finished lap blankets. Kevin at Praxis
Going to the Orthodontist by Rebecca Morris
 We would like to congratulate Miss Rebecca Morris for her book Going to the Orthodontist. A copy is in the waiting room for everyone to enjoy.
Rebecca is 8 years old and in 2nd grade at Holy Family School. Rebecca wrote her first book, Zoo Farm, for the Nazareth Library Young Authors Contest when she was in kindergarten. She chose the topic for her second book, Going to the Orthodontist, as a way to share with others her excitement about one day getting braces. She is currently working on her first chapter book, My Amazing Family. Along with writing, Rebecca also enjoys reading, gymnastics, and playing piano. She lives in Forks Township with her parents, younger sister, and two little brothers.
Super Bowl XLI Winner
 Christopher Stokes
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