There are a great many Lancaster County nonprofits seeking to fulfill basic needs. But there’s so much more to life than bare necessities.
Not only does Community Action Partnership of Lancaster County (CAPLC) want its clients to survive, but the nonprofit also wants them to thrive.
“There are folks in our community who are living with low incomes,” said Kristy Aurand, who’s been CAPLC’s chief development officer for eight years.
“When any one group of people do better, we all do better. Every person has value, and we’re all members of the same community. We get to do this work, and we hope that everyone sees this work as important, not just the people receiving our services.
Lancaster County is a strong community, but we know that not everyone is benefiting from the growth and development. It’s
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Celebrating Cavod at 20
BY ANN MEAD ASH
At the heart of Cavod Performing Arts is executive director and founder Connie Dienner’s heart for children and young adults. “The arts are a vehicle for kids’ lives to be changed,” said Dienner. “(The goal is) for them to find their identity by taking classes and finding their giftings and their talents.”
On Saturday, Feb. 8, Cavod will celebrate 20 years of existence with an extravaganza called Lifetime Tour at Worship Center, 2384 New Holland Pike, Lancaster, from 2 to 5 p.m.
There is no charge to attend, but registration is requested by Wednesday, Feb. 5, by visiting www.cavod.org or calling 717-354-3355.
Guests will receive a passport and a bag upon entry. More than 10 stations will be available in the foyer area. As attendees have their passports stamped at each station, they will receive a gift.
“The first station will (represent) the barn where we started on the Welsh Mountain,” said Dienner, who added that the second station will represent the location at 501 E. Main St., in New Holland. “We were there
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Sing for the Moment Choir focuses on
here and now
BY JEFF FALK
Singing has a way of centering you, of washing away worries, of making time stand still. Singing has the power to both spark memories and render them irrelevant all at the same time.
Landis Homes’ Sing for the Moment Choir can’t cure dementia disorders like Alzheimer’s disease or Parkinson’s disease. But it can help to manage symptoms and make life a little more normal.
“Music just does so much for folks,” said Regina Cabezas, Sing
for the Moment Choir’s coordinator. “It touches (some people) in a place they can’t speak about
anymore. We know that the part of the brain that’s associated with singing and music stays intact for
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a very long time. (Singing) doesn’t change their situations. They might not even remember that moment. But parts of the mind are being stirred for a while. They’re singing for that enjoyment.”
Landis Homes’ Sing for the Moment Choir - an exercise in singing for individuals with memory loss and their care partners - is currently gearing up for its next performance. Practice and rehearsals for Sing for the Moment’s spring concert will begin at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 19, at Landis Homes’ West Bethany Chapel, 1001 E. Oregon Road, Lititz.
The hourlong practices will be conducted each successive Wednesday through April 23 in preparation for Sing for the Moment Choir’s spring performance at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, also at the retirement village’s West Bethany Chapel. Participation in the choir is open to everyone and not limited to Landis Homes residents.
Registration is not required but encouraged through email at sftm@ landis.org or by calling 717-381-3599.
“We talk about socializing,” said Cabezas. “It’s a place where (the singers) can feel very comfortable. They are just there. Lots of hugs, lots of smiles. It feels safe. They’re having a great time. It’s their space, but we can be in it.”
Sing for the Moment Choir is currently made up of 45 singers, including residents
of Landis Homes, residents of Brethren Village Retirement Community, members of the surrounding communities and their caregivers. Many of the songs that will be sung are hymns and old love songs.
“It’s also a place for family and friends to get involved with their loved ones,” said Cabezas.
She noted that while medications can help to manage the symptoms of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, these conditions have no cures. Through activities such as the choir, family members, friends and others can focus on making daily lives better for people with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
“The reality is that the cases of Alzheimer’s and dementia are going to grow because people are living longer,” said Cabezas. “Families are a huge part of this, just knowing their loved ones are being cared for.”
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 280,000 Pennsylvania residents age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s, or about 11% of the 65-plus population. But there are also many people living with Alzheimer’s who haven’t been diagnosed.
“People get nervous when they get older and start forgetting things,” said Cabezas. “I tell them not to worry, that we all have memory loss. But if you can’t find your way home or you don’t know
how to brush your teeth, you might have dementia. People with dementia might not remember that someone has passed away. We don’t try to bring them back to reality. We go to where they are. As we’ve learned about dementia, we don’t go to what makes sense for us.”
Sing for the Moment Choir was established in 2018 through the cooperation of Landis Homes employee Faith Hoover and the Alzheimer’s Association. Since its inception, the group has performed publicly seven times.
“Just offer (individuals with memory loss) assurance,” said Cabezas. “For families with loved ones with memory loss, just being with someone can be special. They want your time. They want your attention. Make them feel comfortable.”
For additional information about the Alzheimer’s Association, go to www .alz.org/pa.
ULTWMA plans flea market
The Upper Leacock Township War Memorial Association (ULTWMA) will host an indoor flea market and garage sale on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. The flea market will be held in the Veterans’ Hall of the War Memorial Building, 54 W. Main St., Leola, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
More than 37 vendors will offer items such as jewelry, toys, health care products, Hot Wheels items, glass items, puzzles, train items, collectibles, books, antiques, home decor, tools, team sports items, and traditional flea market and garage sale bargains. Refreshments will also be available for purchase. There is no admission charge. The hall is located next to Upper Leacock
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Veritas Community posts sermon series
The Veritas Community will offer a sermon series titled “Contradictions?” on five Sundays. The series will examine passages of that Bible that seem contradictory. The speakers will discuss whether the discrepancies can be resolved and what the passages can teach people about God, the Bible, and
the Christian faith.
The dates and Scripture readings are Feb. 2, Proverbs 26:4-5; Feb. 9, 2 Kings 8:26 and 2 Chronicles 22:2; Feb. 16, 2 Samuel 24:1 and 1 Chronicles 21:1; Feb. 23, 1 Samuel 21:1-6 and Mark 2:23-28; and March 2, Matthew 10:34-36 and Isaiah 9:6.
The Veritas Community
gathers every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. on the second floor of HUB 450, 450 N. Prince St., Lancaster. The first 15 minutes of the event are dedicated to fellowship time. For more information about the Veritas Community, visit www.veritas.com munity, email Ryan Braught at ryan@veritaschurchpa .org, or call 717-572-5914.
Leola UMC posts ice cream social
Leola United Methodist Church (UMC), 7 W. Main St., Leola, will hold Ice Cream for Breakfast, an ice cream
social, on Saturday, Feb. 1, from 8 to 10 a.m. The church will offer waffles, ice cream, toppings, coffee, and water.
The event is free and open to the public. To learn more, visit www.facebook.com/ share/15txjnpnwp/.
BIA installs board of directors, announces award winners
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Friday, February 7 | 7 pm
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Samuel Metzger Organ Concert will feature classical and sacred favorites, and a commissioned piece in memory of The Covenant School Shooting.
Saturday, March 8 | 4 pm
The Building Industry Association (BIA) of Lancaster County officially installed its 2025 board of directors at the annual installation reception on Jan. 8. The reception, hosted at the Cork Factory, was attended by more than 85 local builders, contractors, government officials and other guests.
Samuel Metzger Organ Concert will feature classical and sacred favorites, and a commissioned piece in memory of The Covenant School Shooting.
Saturday, March 8 | 4 pm
Saturday, March 8 | 4PM
Gordon College Choir under the direction of Dr. Minji Kim will perform a variety of choral masterpieces and sacred anthems as part of their spring tour.
Gordon College Choir under the direction of Dr. Minji Kim will perform a variety of choral masterpieces and sacred anthems as part of their spring tour.
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A Festival of Hymns will weave together festive choral anthems, congregational hymns and Puritan prayers accompanied by full orchestra.
A Festival of Hymns will weave together festive choral anthems, congregational hymns and Puritan prayers accompanied by full orchestra.
Officers include the following: president - Claudia Shank, McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC; vice president - Mike Hockenberry, EGStoltzfus Homes LLC; secretary - Mike Viozzi, Lezzer Lumber; treasurer - Jason Gerber, RKL LLP; associate vice president - Frank J. Vargish III, Blakinger Thomas (retired); and immediate past president - Kevin Kozo, Turnberry Construction Group. Shank is an attorney with McNees Wallace & Nurick, specializing in real estate, public finance and government services. She stated that she is looking beyond the successes of past years to update the BIA’s strategic plan for the future.
Also installed at the event were presidential advisors
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John Bear, GSL Public Strategies Group; Randy Hess, Hess Home Builders; and Tim Kotzmoyer, TK Building & Design LLC. Also installed were builder directors and associate directors. Building directors are Dylan Campbell, Cedar Knoll Builders; Chase Martin, Alden Homes; Dan McCord, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology; Luke Quickel, Hess Home Builders; and Joel Zeiset, Eby Exteriors. Associate directors are Andrew Barninger, Personal Wealth Advisory; Justin Frey, B.R. Kreider & Son Inc.; Lexi Sauder, Premier Settlements Inc.; and Todd Shanks, Douple Agency Inc.
The BIA of Lancaster County also announced several award winners: The BIA Awards, the Young Professional Award and the President’s Award, which were chosen by association peers and staff for the 2024 year.
Award winners include the following: Building Award - Mike Hockenberry, EGStoltzfus Homes LLC; Industry Award - Nate Van Name, J.C. Snavely & Sons Inc.; Association Award - Todd Shanks, Douple Agency; Young Professional Award - Evan Rineer, Cosentino; President’s Award - Pauline Wilton, BIA of Lancaster County.
Founded in 1956, the BIA of Lancaster County is a nonprofit trade organization comprised of builders, subcontractors, suppliers and other professionals involved in the home building industry. Its mission is to promote its member companies and advocate for a fair market business environment that meets the housing and building needs of Lancaster County. For more information, visit www.lancasterbuilders.org.
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BREAKOUT MINISTRIES: Senior Pastors Ron & Mary Buch; Sundays at 10am. Contemporary worship & messages of freedom, healing, deliverance and discipleship. Children’s ministry includes nursery through Sr. High. Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting 7-8pm; Check our web site for scheduled home bible studies.; JA Jesus based recovery meeting Saturday 7-8:30p. Men and Women groups meet monthly. Family Fun Night bi-monthly 6:30-9:00, Jr. and Sr. High youth group meets alternating months. Local and International outreaches. Web site: www.breakoutministries.org or Call for details. 2400 Anita Court, Leola, PA 17540. Ph.: (717)656-8366
MT. EDEN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH: 1241 May Post Office Rd., Quarryville, (5 mi. South of Strasburg, 3 mi. North of 372). Rev. Margaret Rohnacher, Pastor. Sunday worship service 9:30 am. Limited handicap accessibility. 717-786-7565 mtedenlutheranchurch@gmail.com
OUR LADY OF LOURDES Catholic Church: 150 Water Street, New Holland, PA 17557 Father Steven Fauser, Pastor. Visit us online at www.ourladyoflourdesnh.com Sunday 8am & 10:30am. Saturday 5pm. Weekday Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9am.
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 758 Spruce Rd., New Holland 717-354-8428. “Building Community with Christ, to Impact a World without Christ” Pastor: Dr. Doug Bozung. Please go to cfcnewholland.org/visit for information concerning worship services, adult ministries, youth & children’s ministries.
HABECKER MENNONITE CHURCH: A growing intercultural church that loves God, its neighbors and the world. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10 am. Located at 451 Habecker Church Rd., Lancaster, PA. Active youth group. All are Welcome! Website: habeckerchurch.com
LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH (AG): Located at 1279 Main St., East Earl, invites you to join us for a time of contemporary worship and biblical preaching at our 9am service on Sunday mornings and 7pm service on Wednesday evenings. Kids ministry for birth through 5th grade and youth ministry for 6th through 12th grade is available. Lead Pastor: Stephen Ritchey. For more information on our services and programs, visit us online at Lighthouseag.com
SALEM EVANGELICAL REFORMED CHURCH, HELLERS (founded 1725), 2555 Horseshoe Rd. Lancaster. 717656-9249. Sunday Worship held 9:25 am Holy Communion 1st Sun. of month. Adult Sunday School at 10:45 am. Handicap Accessible. Pastor: Bruce Tully. E-mail: info@salemhellers.com; Website: www.salemhellers.com
ST. MATTHEW LUTHERAN CHURCH: A Reconciling in Christ (Open & Affirming Congregation). Located at 700 Pleasure Rd.Lancaster. Robin Fero, Pastor. In-person worship: Sat. 5 pm & Sun. 10 am. Online Worship at www.stmatthewelc.com For more info, call (717) 394-9607, or visit our web site.
ST. STEPHEN REFORMED CHURCH (Presbyterian Church In America): “A Beacon on the Hill.” The Word of God is central to our worship. Sunday worship at 8:15 and 10:30am with Kingdom’s kids and nursery provided for the 10:30 service. Sunday school for all ages at 9:30am. Choir sings the last Sunday of each month. Youth group on Sundays at 6:00 pm for grades 6th-12th. Lead Pastor: Rev. Dr. Andrew DiNardo. 249 East Main Street, New Holland. 717-354-7871. http://ststephenpca.org
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An alliance of artists
BY ADRIAN ESCHENWALD
Lancaster County has a longstanding and deep connection to visual art and creatives in the community. Lancaster city’s historic downtown area is rife with art galleries and painters’ exhibitions, the Pennsylvania College of Art & Design and distinguished museums such as Lancaster Museum of Art and the Demuth Museum. Lancaster-born artists such as Charles Demuth, whose life and work are immortalized in the Demuth Museum, have become nationally renowned for their artistic careers. In modern times, new generations of budding artists such as JJ Roach continue Lancaster’s artistic legacy by achieving recognition across Pennsylvania and beyond.
The Lancaster County Art Association (LCAA), a nonprofit organization
headquartered in Strasburg, is a countywide network of paintbrushes and sketchbooks. LCAA’s members hail from every part of the county, as well as areas as far as Chester County, Philadelphia and Maryland. The nonprofit’s mission is to celebrate and promote visual arts in the local community, a goal that has remained unchanged since LCAA was founded in 1936.
“We’re still committed to our original idea of promoting the arts in the area,” said Patricia Keller of Landisville, who handles LCAA’s publicity and advertising.
“We’re always trying to get everyone involved and to give people opportunities to appreciate, understand and see good artwork. Visual arts are important to everybody.”
LCAA strives to support the art community in various ways. The orga -
nization’s main location in Strasburg houses the Steinmetz Gallery and the Kauffman Gallery, which frequently feature the artworks of LCAA members and distinguished guest artists. Membership shows take place every winter, fall and spring, in addition to themed exhibits such as “Cool Colors” in February, which will exclusively feature artworks of green, blue and violet hues. Until Thursday, Feb. 13, the 2025 Winter Membership Show may be viewed in the Kauffman Gallery, and a showcase of Dan Graziano’s work titled “Observations” will remain in the Steinmetz Gallery.
Although LCAA’s galleries steadily host new exhibitions, the nonprofit also offers a variety of workshops, classes and programs to teach specific techniques and explore different mediums. LCAA organizes fundraisers such as plant sales and art supply sales throughout the year to help cover its expenses, compensate professional jurors for exhibits and lower class enrollment fees.
As an active member of LCAA for more than 35 years, Keller said that one of her favorite aspects of the organization is its comradery. “Whether you’re down there working or part of a critique group, you’re around people who have a
common interest,” added Keller. “You meet artists who work with different mediums than you do. It’s interesting to see how things work.”
Despite including many expert artists, LCAA accepts members of any
Visitors browse artworks at the Lancaster County Art Association during an opening reception.
Buckskins hoopsters top Ephrata, 60-50
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Grayson Fisher of Conestoga Valley takes a shot against Ephrata in the 60-50 victory on Friday, January 17, in Ephrata.
The Buckskins’ Sawyer Espenshade puts up a jump shot against Ephrata in a 60-50, Section Two, road victory on Friday, January 17.
Buckskins’ Camryn Bair hits a three-pointer against Ephrata in a 60-50 win on Friday, January 17.
On
January 16, CV’s Geno Falduts swims
1:00.29 in the breaststroke against Warwick.
Conestoga Valley’s Cheyenne Plank swims
butterfly in the 200-individual medley which she swam in 2:36.75 against Warwick on Thursday, January 16.
swimming photos by Cheri Sine
basketball photos by Randy Hess
Fairmount posts seminar, food drive
Fairmount Homes will host a seminar about Medicare on Wednesday, Feb. 5, at 1 p.m. in the Wheat Ridge Gathering Room, 2100 Wheat Ridge Drive, on the west side of the Fairmount campus.
A representative of Everence Financial will share information about Medicare, including key steps to enrolling in Medicare, how to transition from current coverage, enrollment details and deadlines, and plans that supplement Medicare. There will be time for questions.
The program is free, but registration is requested. For more information or to register, visit www.ever ence.com/fairmount, email centralpenn@everence .com, or call Bayley Stauffer at 717-733-9414.
Additionally, a food drive is underway at Fairmount, and the collection will continue through Wednesday, Feb. 12. All collected food and pantry items will be donated to Conestoga Valley Christian Community Services (CVCCS) in Lancaster. CVCCS provides food, clothing, mentoring, and ministry in the name of Jesus Christ to help struggling neighbors improve their standard of living sustainably.
A donation table is in the Wheat Ridge lobby on the west side of the Fairmount campus. The most needed items at this time include stuffing, applesauce, soup, beans, oats, crackers, canned fruit, noodles, pasta sauce, broth, peanut butter, and boxed rice or noodle mixes. All donations should be nonperishable and unexpired.
For directions to Fairmount, visit www.fairmount homes.org.
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Fire Company. Parking is available at the rear of the building. Proceeds will support the maintenance of the War Memorial Building. For more information and to rent a table at the flea market, contact ULTWMA at 717-656-6154 or ultwma@gmail.com.
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six years,” said Dienner, who noted that Cavod has been at its present location at 665 W. Main St., New Holland for 11 years. Cavod Theatre, which is located at 641 W. Main St., opened nine years ago, and a branch opened in Manheim four years ago. Another station will honor the late Stan Deen, who helped Dienner found Cavod Theatre, and stations will be dedicated to Cavod programs such as the City Light outreach dance teams and Friends in Motion, which offers classes for individuals with disabilities. Another station will feature Ornate, Cavod’s professional dance team, which performs locally and internationally with a trip planned to South Africa and Kenya later this year. There will also be a missions table and a blessings table where students can share the Cavod experiences for which they are thankful and make suggestions about what Cavod should offer in the future.
Another station will feature Dienner’s book, which will be released that day. The book is called “From Barn to Stage.” “(The title) has a double meaning,” said Dienner, who noted that the book tells both her story of growing up Plain on an Indiana hog farm and the story of the founding of Cavod. “I wasn’t allowed to be in shows, but I would sing to the pigs and dance for the pigs,” recalled Dienner. “That’s how I got my start in the arts.” Dienner’s book, which she wrote with Shawn Smucker, will be available that day by donation.
In addition to the stations, illusionist Jay Stoltzfus will perform in the café, and cake will be available to share.
“When their passport is stamped, it will go into a drawing for gifts such as ear pods, a year of free tuition, or season theater tickets,” said Dienner.
“At 3:30 p.m. we will go into the auditorium for a production,” said Dienner, who noted that Cavod will show a video by MAKE/FILMS that looks at Cavod’s history and its future. “We will have live testimonies, dance, music, and worship,” said Dienner. “We really want the community to come and experience and see the progression of what God has done over the years,” she added. “(They will) also be able to hear the heart of where we are going. We have just begun.”
Connie Dienner, founder of Cavod Performing Arts, holds the book she has written, which tells her story and the story of Cavod.
Dance performances will be part of Lifetime Tour, an event that will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Cavod Performing Arts.
all of our responsibilities to be a part of that.”
Headquartered at 601 S. Queen St., Lancaster, CAPLC operates under the motto of “People. Empowered.” The organization serves its clients through 10 distinct programs in four focus areas - early education, health and nutrition, household stability and safety empowerment. With satellite offices at 560 S. Reading Road, Ephrata, and 400 Chestnut St., Columbia, CAPLC offers individuals services through its Thrive to Five program, WIC (Women, Infants and Children), nutrition education, senior centers, food distribution, utility assistance, Early Learning Resource Center, RISE (Resilient. Inspired. Strong. Empowered.), Crispus Attucks Community Center and domestic violence services.
“I think we do have a unique opportunity,” said Aurand. “Each of these 10
programs has its own whys and whats. For the participants, the net that’s cast is pretty wide. If people are coming to us for one service, they might have a need for another service. We can do a lot of it here, but it’s not exhaustive. Our employees also know what else is out there.”
According to an American Community Survey, the poverty rate in Lancaster County was 8.2% in 2023, meaning 44,195 Lancaster County residents were living below the federal poverty level.
In that same year, CAPLC served 45,609 individuals, almost entirely from Lancaster County, and distributed over 880,000 pounds of food to local pantries.
“These are folks who, for whatever reason, find themselves living with low incomes,” said Aurand. “Most of our programs are income qualifying; some are not. We want to get folks to thriving.
Program to focus on local inventor
The Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County will kick off its 2025 Speaker Series on Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 6:30 p.m. at the historic Sehner-Ellicott-von Hess House, 123 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Doors will open at 6 p.m., and the program will begin at 6:30 p.m.
The program, “The Preservation Palette: Colors of Our Past,” will feature Gwendolyn Ruth Dickinson, granddaughter of William Chester Ruth. Through memorabilia, photographs, and her own experiences, Dickinson will share her grandfather’s story. Attendees will also view a short documentary film showcasing accounts from farmers, patrons, and neighbors who relied on Ruth’s machine shop to keep their farms and businesses thriving. Ruth was an African American machinist,
We want to see that the resources we are providing are making a difference and lifting their families. It all comes back to economics. These resources are really adding to a person’s economic portfolio. We all have goals for our families.”
The operation of CAPLC relies on the work of 300 employees, more than 33,000 volunteer hours annually and about 300 local partnerships. CAPLC is funded through the federal community services block grant program, as well as private and business donations.
“Collaboration is so important,” said Aurand. “It’s one of the founding blocks of community action. We can’t do it all. The collaboration is really, really deep and for the full benefit of the community.”
“I truly believe that the best part of it is being able to work with a group of people every day who are committed to moving the
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mission forward,” Aurand added. “Even though our roles may be different, that’s what we’re all working toward.”
One of more than 1,000 branches nationally, Community Action Partnership was founded in Lancaster County in 1966. The national program was established by the Economic Opportunity Act partly through the stated initiative, “It is the policy of the United States to eliminate the paradox of poverty in the midst of plenty in this nation.”
“In the 1960s, the Lyndon Johnson administration launched the war on poverty,” said Aurand. “That’s what community action grew out of. It came from the idea that poverty exists in the midst of plenty.”
For additional information about Community Action Partnership of Lancaster County, go to www.caplanc.org.
Artist collaboration series announced
Spring House Brewing Company recently announced the launch of its limited artist collaboration series for 2025, a creative initiative that celebrates the region’s arts community while introducing unique small-batch brews. This year, Spring House is teaming up with Music For Everyone to add a musical twist to the collaboration, creating a fusion of art, craft beer and live performances.
Each year, Spring House taps local artists to inspire the creation of new and limited-edition brews, with each beer adorned by original works of art. This year, the series is incorporating music into the mix.
The series began with the first beer release on Jan. 10 at Spring House Brewing Company’s flagship location at 209 Hazel St., Lancaster. The featured artist was Richard Babusci, who was in attendance to discuss his work.
Each monthly release will take place on the first Friday of each month for the rest of the year. Each event will feature new art, fresh brews and live music from local talent. To learn more about the organizations, visit www .springhousebeer.com and www.MusicForEveryone .org. To contact Music For Everyone directly, email mark@musicforevery one.org.
inventor, and business owner from Pennsylvania. Born in 1882 in Ercildoun to parents who overcame slavery, Ruth developed a passion for machinery early on, leading him to establish Ruth’s Ironworks Shop in Gap in 1922. Over his career, he secured more than 50 patents for agricultural innovations, including the combination baler feeder and a self-lifting farm elevator, significantly enhancing farming efficiency. Beyond his mechanical contributions, Ruth was a respected community leader and lay minister, dedicating his life to both technological advancement and spiritual guidance. The program is available by donation. Space is limited to 50 attendees, and reservations are available at https:// tinyurl.com/HPTWil liamChesterRuth.
A previous exhibit in the Steinmetz Gallery featured the art of Carol Herr, a Quarryville resident and the Lancaster County Art Association’s gallery director.
artistic ability. “It’s nonthreatening. That’s what I love about it,” Keller said. It’s an opportunity for anyone to have a creative outlet and a place to show your work.”
LCAA is seeking volunteers to fill various roles within the organization, including leadership positions on the board of directors and gallery sitters to oversee exhibits when staff members are unavailable. To learn more, interested parties may attend a board meeting on the third Friday of every month at 10 a.m. LCAA asks that anyone planning to attend a meet-
ing confirm by calling the office at 717-687-7061. For more information, visit www.lcaaonline.org.
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ELDER CARE
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FOR SALE
Bldg. Materials
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Collectibles
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Lawn & Garden
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Pets
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Sporting Goods
GUNS WANTED INSTANT PAYMENT
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Miscellaneous
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