Baez Performs At Misericordia University

Folk singer/songwriter of more than 50 years Joan Baez performs on July 25 at the Wachovia Amphitheater on the campus of Misericordia University in Dallas.

Kickin' Back Around The Fire Bowl

Last Friday hangin' around the ol' fire bowl smoking stogies. Tom (top photo) sports a new doo, The Coolio, whilst smoking a Romeo & Juliet.

Ji Wins U.S. Womens Open

Eun Hee Ji of Korea wins the 2009 U.S. Womens Open on the 72nd hole with a birdie. Ji finished the tournament at EVEN par. Candie Kung of Taiwan finished second at +1 over par. Once again Saucon Valley Country Club hosted another brilliant major tournament. Look forward to another visit to this gem of a golfing mecca! Hopefully as a guest of a member!

Ji on Friday.

Kung on Saturday.

My pick for fan favorite was Suzann Pettersen from Norway. I found out that she has a relative living in Bethlehem! Perhaps she'll visit the Lehigh Valley more often? On my mother's side of the family are Peterson's (unlike Pettersen; minus the extra 'T' and 'son' instead) but we're Swedish! Anyway, Suzann finished T6 place. Nice playing SP!

Saucon Valley CC Hosts 2009 U.S. Womens Open

Saucon Valley Country Club (Bethlehem, PA) plays host to the 2009 U.S. Womens Open: July 6-12, 2009. This is the sixth time, going back to 1951, the club has hosted a USGA event on the Old Course. Other courses on the premises include the Grace Course and Weyhill, plus a 6 hole practice course.10th tee on the Old Course. Clubhouse in the background.

LPGA players Cristie Kerr, left, and Morgan Pressel get ready for their Monday practice round.

LPGA player Lorena Ochoa blasts her drive off No. 1 tee, a 546yd. par 5.

RAIN!

Page 1A of Saturday's paper. The kid had the whole street to himself and having a grand ol' time. One gigantic wading pool. I wouldn't go in there without a tetanus shot first!