In the old days, a trip to the spa lasted a week or more. But in our hurry-up times, we don’t have that luxury … thus, the day spa. Of course, most of us don’t have all day either, but maybe time for a massage. When you need a little rest and relaxation, where do you go for a massage or pampering at the spa? The nomination period is over. Now, vote for your favorite spot in the poll below—help us determine the local favorite. Voting begins July 23 and ends August 17. The winner is determined solely by poll votes. Remember to vote for your favorites in  all the categories.

The results are in no one was named the best summer camp in Upper Saucon Patch. That’s right, there wasn’t a single vote by residents.  Do you not go to summer camp? Tell us in comments.

It's time once again to ask the Southern Lehigh Community to help us compile *the* definitive list for the best summer camp options for Southern Lehigh kids. And tell us in the comments if there's a camp you just think we need to add. Nothing wrong with more fun camp options for our kids! Is your favorite summer camp experience:  Bricks 4 Kidz (based on the after school programs) Camp Invention JCC Summer Camp (Center Valley campus) Frank Banko Community Pool Camps Southern Lehigh Sports Camps With so many great options, we're going to keep the camp list local, but don't let that stop you …

Throughout the Lehigh Valley, Patch polled readers to find the best places for Italian food in our towns. After five days of voting, the winners have come in. Check out who won below, and let us know what you think by leaving a comment.  Next week, come back to vote on the best movie theater. Bethlehem Patch: Tre Scalini Ristorante, 221 E Broad St, Bethlehem Easton Patch: Sette Luna, 219 Ferry St, Easton Emmaus Patch: Vito's Pizza Shop, 5840 Kings Hwy S, Zionsville Hellertown-Lower Saucon Patch: Bella's Ristorante, 639 Main St, Hellertown Lower Macungie Patch: Armetta's, 191 W Main St, …

  Ecco Domani was named the best place for Italian food in Upper Saucon Patch.  Ecco Domani received 84 percent of the vote, with Melt coming in second at 12 percent. Ecco Domani Italian Restaurant offers a menu of traditional Italian fare, including calzones, various pizzas and toppings, strombolis, chicken dishes and veal entrees. You can review Ecco Domani yourself or any businesses' listings in our handy, comprehensive directory of local businesses. Check back Monday for our next poll: Which is the best movie theater?  

The votes are in and Ecco Domani wins this week's poll for best Italian restaurant in Southern Lehigh.  The local fave won this week with 84 percent of the vote, sweeping the competition. Second went to Melt, who came in with 12 percent of the vote.  Thanks to everyone who voted! Come back next week, when we have a chance to tell the whole region why the Rave Theater is the best movie theater in eastern Pennsylvania!

It's time once again to find out your fave places in Southern Lehigh to eat, drink, and be merry.  This week, Upper Saucon Patch wants to know where you go to mangia with your paisanos when you're looking for a little good Italian.  We've narrowed the field this week to just good Italian, not including pizza. The battle of the pizza joints is coming, just not this week.  So when you're craving Italian, do you head to:  Melt at the Promenade Ecco Domani in Coopersburg Pandini's at the Promenade As always, the voting ends at 9am on Friday, and winners will be announced at noon the same day. If …

Throughout the Lehigh Valley, Patch polled readers to find the best places for a “staycation” in our towns. After five days of voting, the winners have come in. Check out who won below, and let us know what you think by leaving a comment.  Next week, come back to vote on the best places for Italian food. Bethlehem Patch: Historic Hotel Bethlehem, 437 Main St., Bethlehem Easton Patch: Jacobsburg State Park, 835 Jacobsburg Rd.,Wind Gap Emmaus Patch: Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom, 3830 Dorney Park Rd., Allentown Hellertown-Lower Saucon Patch: Nockamixon State Park near Quakertown and Bushkill …

The votes are in, and the Glasbern Inn has won best staycation spot for Solehi residents..  The Glasbern Inn, located only 20 minutes from Southern Lehigh, won with 76 percent of the vote. A distant second went to the Lafayette Inn in Easton.  No matter which flowers you send, or where you choose to relax, Upper Saucon Patch hopes you have a great Mother's Day weekend! Check out next week's poll, when we want to know where you go for an Italian dinner close to home. 

Last week, we wanted to know where you'll take your mom for brunch on her special day. This week, we want to know where you go when you've got a little relaxation time on your hands.That's right, this week Upper Saucon Patch wants to know where you go for a little staycation. For this week's poll, we're taking it regional. Do you go to: The Lafayette Inn Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom Dutch Springs Seipsville Inn Glasbern Country Inn Wydnor Hall Inn Don't see your fave place? Share your secret with our readers. Who knows? You may help someone in need of a staycation find just the spot. The …

It's mom's special day, and voters chose the Lower Milford Fire Company's annual Mother's Day Brunch as the place to take mom for a mess-free meal. The Lower Milford Brunch, which is May 13 from 8am to noon, won with 60 percent of the vote. The Mother's Day brunch at Hotel Bethlehem came in second with 26 percent of the vote.  Looking to send your mom away for a fabulous "staycation?" Tune in for next week's Readers' Choice -- your fave spot for a vacation close to home!

Mmother's Day is fast approaching, folks. It's time to start thinking about what you will do to celebrate the special mother in your life. Last week, Southern Lehigh named Distinctive Florals by Mary as the place to get your bouquets in Solehi. this week, we want to know where you will be taking her for the all-important meal (aka, the one she won't have to cook or clean up after).  That's right everyone, what's your top choice for a Mother's Day brunch spot? Is it: Lower Milford Fire Company Mother's Day Brunch Lehigh University Mother's Day Brunch Coopersburg Diner in Coopersburg Hotel …

The poll is closed and the votes are in, and Distinctive Florals by Mary is the Readers' Choice for best florist in Southern Lehigh. The race was close all the way until the end, with Distinctive Florals by Mary getting 52 percent of the vote.  Second place went to Coopersburg Country Flowers, with 47 percent of the vote.  Thanks to all who voted for their favorite florist, and don't forget to leave a review on their directory listing below. Show some love to our local florists! Distinctive Florals by Mary Coopersburg Country Flowers Tune in next week when we ask for your recommendations on …

Last week, we talked french fries. This week, we want to know where  you go when you need a local florist.  We're talking customer service, freshness of flowers, quality of product. Tell us, who hits the trifecta when you want to bring a little flora to your life? Is it:  Coopersburg Country Flowers In Coopersburg Distinctive Florals by Mary in Coopersburg Rose Boutique (its Limeport Studio) Remember, voting closes at 9am Friday. Please vote once for your fave, and then head to the directory listing to rate the business.  Don't see your favorite listing? Don't forget, you can also vote in …

Throughout the Lehigh Valley, Patch polled readers to find the best places to get French fries in our towns. After five days of voting, the winners have come in. Check out who won below, and let us know what you think by leaving a comment.  Next week, come back to vote on the Best Florist in your Patch. Bethlehem Patch: On the South Side, Looper's Grille & Bar, 313 E. Third St.; on the north and west side, a tie, Keystone Pub and Bethlehem Brew Works Easton Patch: Black & Blue, 683 Walnut St., Easton Emmaus Patch: Trivet, 4102 Chestnut St., Emmaus Hellertown-Lower Saucon Patch: Sagra Bistro, …

Throughout the Lehigh Valley, Patch polled readers to find the best places to get sporting goods in our towns. After five days of voting, the winners have come in. Check out who won below, and let us know what you think by leaving a comment.  Next week, come back to vote on the best French Fries in your Patch.   Bethlehem Patch: Aardvark Sports Shop, 571 Main St., Bethlehem Easton Patch: Cycle Fitters, 1700 Sullivan Trail, Easton Emmaus Patch: Schuylkill Valley Sporting Goods, South Mall, 3300 Lehigh St., Allentown Hellertown-Lower Saucon Patch: Saucon Valley Sporting Goods, 37 W Water St., …

The votes are in, and you have spoken. The choice for fave place to pick up your sporting goods is LL Bean.  The store, located at the Promenade Shops, won with 47 percent of the vote. Second place went to The Finish Line in Emmaus with 19 percent of the vote. Only one vote separated second from third place, with Schuylkill Valley Sporting Goods pulling up the rear. Thanks to everyone who voted. Tune in next week when we ask you the question, who's got the best french fries in Southern Lehigh?  

It's time for another hotly contested Readers' Choice. This week, Upper Saucon Patch wants to know, where do you go for your sporting goods? Is it: D&J Sports in Coopersburg LL Bean in the Promenade Shops The Finish Line in Emmaus Schuylkill Valley Sporting Goods in Salisbury Saucon Valley Sporting Goods in Hellertown Voting closes at 9am Friday, so don't forget to vote. Also, don't forget to leave a little review on your favorite's page. A little love can go a long way. 

Last week, we asked where you head for a family-friendly meal (Congrats to the Coop!). This week, we want to know where you go to get your locks spiffed up. (Like us on Facebook to get the latest updates on Reader's Choice)  That's right, this week, Upper Saucon Patch wants to know where you go to trim your locks, control your tresses, get the old buzz-a-roo. In simple terms, where do you go to get a haircut? Is it: Kozy's Beauty Salon in Limeport Hollywood on Main in Coopersburg Evolve Salon in the Promenade Sydney's Haircolor Concept Salon in Coopersburg Always Pretty in Coopersburg Cherry …

The votes are tallied, the competition was fierce, but Southern Lehigh spoke loud and proud and the Coopersburg Diner has walked away with the title of favorite family-friendly restaurant in Southern Lehigh.  The Coop started out strong, and kept the momentum going all week, ending with 84 votes for 73 percent of the total vote.  Readers kept it local with Casa Toro coming in second with 12 percent of the vote, and the Copperhead Grille rounding out the top three with 11 percent of the vote.  Don't forget to tune in next week when we take a peek at the best place in Solehi to trim your …