CVCCS taking on poverty one case at a time
BY JEFF FALK
Poverty is best known as a financial and economic condition associated with a lack of funds or resources. But there are those who see poverty as more of an effect than a cause, a multilayered, multidimensional societal issue.
Conestoga Valley Christian Community Services (CVCCS) knows a little about the condition. CVCCS interacts with poverty on a
daily basis, and the local nonprofit contends that the condition is not only deepening but also becoming more widespread.
“(Poverty) is something that’s really on my heart, and it’s on our organization’s heart,” said Jon Barrett, who’s been CVCCS’ executive director for three years. “We’ve really seen a rise in homelessness and mental health issues, and it’s all linked to poverty. It’s been building in our society. There are advantages to
technology, but as the shift continues to a virtual world, we’ve seen a rise in homelessness and mental health issues.”
“The government can’t do anything but throw money at things,” continued Barrett. “But there has to be a better way, which is getting at the root cause of things. We have gotten away from relationships and being a community and the significance of churches.”
Located at 2420 Gehman Lane, Lancaster, CVCCS operates an
Landis Valley has made celebrating history a local tradition
BY JEFF FALK
Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum has a long and storied history of promoting a long and storied history. It’s an unwavering commitment to the local community that warrants a celebration.
For an entire century, Landis Valley has been teaching about
and preserving a time nearly 300 years ago.
“Henry and George Landis were brothers who were into collecting,” said Terry Kreider, manager of the Landis Valley Associates. “In adulthood, they realized the culture they grew up in was disappearing. They started getting reputations, and
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From football player to activist
BY CAT SHANNON
In 2015, Deon Butler was living a dream, playing professional football for the Detroit Lions, but he held a secret: Despite having graduated from college, he could not read past a fourth-grade level.
After getting help, Butler was moved to help others, and today, he’s a motivational speaker. He’ll share his story at “Breaking Barriers: A Path of Perseverance.”
The event will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 26, at The
Janus School, 205 Lefever Road, Mount Joy.
Growing up in Michigan, Butler became adept at hiding the secret of his struggle with reading. “I got picked on a lot in middle school and high school, where I was called ‘stupid’ and ‘dumb,’” he recalled. “I bottled it all away, and I got really good at hiding it.”
Butler became a master at memorizing, always chose the easiest book to read if he had to read out loud and avoided situations where his secret might come to light.
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Members of CVCCS’ administrative team (back, from left) administrative director Brittney Anderson, director of client services Dottie Slothower, director of finance and food bank coordinator Emma Arnold, executive director Jon Barrett, and (front) board member Geoff Lapp
A demonstrator shows Landis Valley visitors the 18th-century skill of textile spinning.
Deon Butler
But as a professional football player, Butler found it difficult to hide his illiteracy.
“There are a lot of words you have to read in football,” he said, referencing playbooks and play strategies. He played professionally for a year in 2015 and then started working as an educational liaison for a social services agency.
“I was good at my job, but I couldn’t get a promotion,” he said. “My supervisors would ask me to document my work, and I couldn’t do that.”
After his mother passed away just before the pandemic, Butler began to take steps to change his situation. He started seeing a therapist, relied on his faith and found support from his wife.
one day that particularly stood out in his journey.
“I read the Bible out loud,” he said. “I cried so hard, because I had never heard myself read something like that out loud.”
“My therapist asked, ‘What do you like to do?’ and I said, ‘I like to run,’” he said. “I started running 15 to 20 miles, speaking to God as I’m running. I’m pouring my heart out to God about my frustration and my depression.”
Then, he learned his wife was pregnant.
“I realized I want to read books to my daughter,” he said. “I want to be that father that reads to his kids every night.”
He decided to take a risk: Tell the truth about his illiteracy on social media.
His posts caught the eye of someone from the Michigan Dyslexia Association, who told Butler he might have the disorder.
He began working with a tutor, discovered he did indeed have dyslexia and started working to relearn the right way to read.
“I really had to go backwards at first,” he said. “I had developed bad habits of memorizing words. I had to relearn my ABC’s, learn how to break down syllables.”
Learning to read was a struggle, he admits.
“There were days when I was crying,” he said, but he relied on God to see him through. “I had to remember, ‘Just let my guard down; let go of my ego.’ I also had to forgive myself for the trauma I went through in school.”
With lots of hard work, Butler learned to read, and he recalled
Motivated by his own success and the support he found on social media throughout his journey with dyslexia, Butler wanted to help more people. He worked with lawmakers to pass a dyslexia bill in Michigan.
Now living in the Pittsburgh area, Butler continues to advocate for reading support services.
“I read a lot now,” he said, noting that he’s also in the process of writing a book. “I feel like a blind person who is able to see for the first time. I need to read every book.”
He’s also working with lawmakers in Pennsylvania and Ohio to develop more dyslexia support, and he travels the region to tell his story.
After meeting and speaking with Brenda Keller, director of academics for The Janus School, Butler was impressed with the school’s mission.
The Janus School is the only independent school in central Pennsylvania dedicated to helping students with language- or math-based learning disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, executive function difficulties, nonverbal learning disorder or auditory processing disorder. The school serves students from seven Pennsylvania counties.
When Butler visits the school in April, he will interact with students and teachers throughout the day
on Friday, April 25, and he will share his story in an assembly. His April 26 event will be open to the public, and Keller hopes his talk will draw a wide range of audience members, from families of students to community members and literary specialists.
“We warmly invite you to attend and encourage you to invite family, friends, teammates, organizations and colleagues,” Keller said. “Let’s come together to hear Deon’s powerful message and celebrate the incredible work of The Janus School.”
Tickets are required to attend the public event. To learn more or to purchase tickets, visit https://thejanusschool.org/ breaking_barriers.
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Pilot Club will hold fashion show fundraiser
BY GEORGE DEIBEL
Fashion trends are always changing, but helping people never goes out of style for the Pilot Club of Lancaster.
The Pilot Club will hold its annual Derby Day Fashion Show & Luncheon on Saturday, April 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Palm Court at DoubleTree Resort, 2400 Willow Street Pike, Lancaster.
Mainstream Boutique will bring the latest fashions, which will be worn by volunteer models. The luncheon will include soup and salad, bread and butter, dessert, coffee, and iced tea.
There is a cost to attend. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact the group on Facebook by searching for “Pilot Club of Lancaster.”
Entertainment will be provided by Adriano, a one-man band playing an organ and singing songs performed by Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and others.
There will be chances to win items and a hat contest for ladies. “Wear your most outlandish Derby hat to win a prize,” Pilot Club president Kelly Osborne said.
All proceeds will benefit the organization’s community service projects, said Osborne.
The Pilot Club was chartered in Lancaster in 1947. “We are a nonprofit community service club,” Osborne said. “We’re similar to the Rotary Club or the Lions Club. Our motto is ‘Friendship and Service.’”
The group launched the local Meals on Wheels program in 1967. Meals on Wheels grew to become a separate nonprofit, but the Pilot Club still makes monetary donations, and some members volunteer to deliver meals.
All men and women are welcome to join the Pilot Club. The Lancaster chapter’s membership currently consists of 37 women.
The Pilot Club meets at 5:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month at Lancaster Tennis & Yacht Club, 2615 Columbia Ave., Lancaster. Guests are welcome to attend to see how the club operates, Osborne said.
The Pilot Club’s signature community service initiative is Project Lifesaver of Lancaster County, a group near and dear to Osborne.
Project Lifesaver is a search-andrescue program for people who wander away from home due to a cognitive issue such as dementia or autism, Osborne said.
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ment was the first department to embrace the program when it began in 2012. Since then, Project Lifesaver has added 22 police departments as full or associate members to become a countywide organization that includes Lancaster County Emergency Management Agency (LEMA) and Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Troop J Lancaster.
Osborne, who retired from her job as a state trooper in January of 2023, had never heard of Project Lifesaver until 2019. Her father, Courtney, who had dementia, wandered away from
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an assisted living facility in Lancaster Township in October of 2019 and was found dead.
Serendipitously, days earlier, a sheriff from New Jersey had called Osborne to notify the PSP a Project Lifesaver client was visiting Lancaster County. When Osborne returned the message, she said she got chills.
“I knew right then and there it was my mission to search for information on Project Lifesaver and bring it to Troop J Lancaster as a tribute to my dad,” she said.
Osborne connected with the Pilot Club in 2019, joined two years later, and is now finishing the first year of a two-year term as the group’s president. She acquired funding and cut through red tape to bring Project Lifesaver to Troop J.
The Pilot Club helps fund the purchase of equipment and training of police officers and handles client enrollment and battery maintenance.
LEMA and police agencies maintain search-and-rescue equipment, keep
Refrigerated
officers proficient with the training, and do the search-and-rescue missions when needed.
“We count on this money to continue to fund Project Lifesaver of Lancaster County to purchase transmitters and equipment for our police departments,” Osborne said.
Here’s how Project Lifesaver works: Families who have loved ones with a cognitive condition and fear that person could get lost may contact Cathy Cieslinski of the Pilot Club at 717572-2682 or go to www.pilot cluboflancaster.org.
The Pilot Club fits clients with a transmitter on either an ankle or a wrist. There is a specific frequency assigned to each transmitter. Should the client go missing, the caregiver is instructed to call 911, and then trained personnel go out with a receiver in search of the missing person. “It’s archaic technology but tried and true,”
Osborne said. She added that Project Lifesaver has reduced searchand-rescue time from an average of about nine hours to an average of 30 minutes or less.
There is a cost associated with each transmitter and the equipment that goes with it, but the Pilot Club provides scholarship opportunities for those in need so that no one is turned away.
Pilot Club of Lancaster president Kelly Osborne shows a tool used to search for missing people who have cognitive conditions.
Flea market, Eggstravaganza planned
The Upper Leacock Township War Memorial Association (ULTWMA) will host its last monthly indoor flea market of the season, along with an Eggstravaganza, on Saturday, April 5. 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 crafts, toys, health care products, Hot Wheels products, colored glass items, puzzles, train items, collectibles, books, antiques, seasonal arrangements, tools, team sports items, and traditional flea market bargains. Refreshments will also be available for purchase.
There is no admission charge. 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.
Blood drive set at Fairmount
The Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank (CPBB) will hold a community blood drive at Fairmount in Ephrata on Thursday, April 10, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The blood drive will be held in the Farm Crest Community Room at 1100 Farm Crest Drive on the east side of the Fairmount campus.
Those who wish to donate may schedule an appointment
by calling 800-771-0059 or visiting www.717giveblood. org and clicking “Donate Now.” Walk-ins are also welcome until 6 p.m., but those with scheduled appointments will be given priority. Donors should bring a photo ID.
All donors will receive various gift certificates and gift cards. Directions may be found at www.fairmounthomes.org.
at Paradise Station to Host “Then Sings My Soul”
Experiencejoy this Easter season at The Barn at Paradise Station, 312 Paradise Lane, Ronks, with “Then Sings My Soul,” an original musical program all about hymns, their histories, and how they connect to the life and ministry of Billy Graham.
Featuring professional area vocal trio Perfect Harmony, with Katrina King on piano, this program has been performed more than 140 times in the last seven years throughout the Lancaster County area and beyond at locations like Dollywood Theme Park in Pigeon Forge, Tenn.; The Great Auditorium in Ocean Grove, N.J.; and The Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, N.C. The program is now proud to call The Barn at Paradise Station home.
Kat Prickett, owner and producer of LeeP Productions LLC, as well as owner of the iconic Paradise Station property, said, “It is absolutely thrilling to be able to get to share this program with guests from all over the coun-
try, as well as the Lancaster County community, and continue to share the ministry and message of Billy Graham - and that is that God loves you.” The show takes guests on a musical journey through hymns that were made famous by or written by people saved at the historic Billy Graham crusades.
The Paradise Station property houses The Red Caboose Motel, Casey Jones’ Restaurant, and The Barn. The Barn at Paradise Station is the original bank barn on the property, dating back to 1812. After an extensive 18-month renovation process, the venue opened in May of 2023 as a wedding, event, and theatrical venue. It is fully ADA compliant, climate controlled, meticulously restored, and technologically enhanced, allowing theatergoers to experience a professional and inspiring show in a unique and intimate environment.
“Then Sings My Soul” will be presented on Wednesdays, April 9 and 16, and Saturdays, April 12 and 19. For show dates, times, and tickets, visit www.barnatparadisestation .com/events or call 717-288-7942, ext. 118.
Our Local Newspaper Receives Honors
Our community papers (Merchandiser, Advertiser, Pennysaver and Community Courier) had a strong showing at the Mid-Atlantic Community Papers Association (MACPA) 2024 awards competition. MACPA is an association of publishers in Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Washington, D.C. Our 2024 awards include the following:
1ST PLACE
Community Service Section/Guide: Southern Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce
Timely/Themed Section or Guide: Legacy & Innovation
Small Ad - Black/White: American Legion Post 662
Salesperson: Justin Geibe
Graphic Designer: Wendy Stahl
Small Ad - Color: Ebersole’s Vacuum
Salesperson: Paul Homick
Graphic Designer: Jeremy Knaub
Original Writing - News Story: Hudson Rice Has A Heart For Helping
Writer: Jeff Falk
Original Writing - Feature Story: Book Provides Meaning, Perspective To Unimaginable
Writer: Jeff Falk
2ND PLACE
Community Service Section/Guide: Christmas in Manheim
Restaurant/Entertainment Ad:
C. R. Lapp’s Family Restaurant Salesperson: Ina Bunnell
Graphic Designer: Jeremy Knaub
Original Writing - News Story: Creating Blankets Of Comfort
Writer: Francine Fulton
Original Writing - Feature Story:
Yurick Hopes To Inspire Others With New Podcast
Writer: Francine Fulton
3RD PLACE
Community Service Section/Guide: Lititz recCenter Fall
Timely/Themed Section or Guide: Lancaster Family Spring/Summer
Grocery Ad:
John Herr’s Village Market
Salesperson: Paul Homick
Graphic Designer: Wendy Stahl
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Timely/Themed Section or Guide: AgCulture
Timely/Themed Section or Guide: Gift Local
Restaurant/Entertainment: Laudermilch’s Meats
Salesperson: Darry Yocum
Graphic Designer: Jeremy Knaub
Original Writing - Feature Story: Café Is Purrfect Blend Of Coffee And Adoptable Cats And Kittens
Writer: Francine Fulton
Original Writing - Feature Story: Saying Goodbye To Bus Number 5
Writer: Ann Mead Ash
The Barn at Paradise Station
The cast of “Then Sings My Soul” at The Barn at Paradise Station in Ronks.
Buckskins stomp on Spartans, 13-1
Friday,
Conestoga Valley’s Julia Rhoads recorded 13 strikeouts during a 13-1 triumph over Garden Spot on Friday, March 21, in New Holland.
In New Holland on
March 21, Buckskins’ Laila Smith celebrates with her team at home plate after hitting a home run during a 13-1 victory against Garden Spot.
Buckskin’s Lillian Reedy lays down a bunt during a 13-1 win against Garden Spot in New Holland on Friday, March 21.
On Friday, March 21 in New Holland, Bianca Henry puts the ball in play during a 13-1 win against Garden Spot.
Conestoga Valley’s Ava Smith runs hard to third base during a 13-1 triumph over Garden Spot on Friday, March 21.
photos by Randy Hess
Chicken barbecue fundraiser slated
Breakout Ministries will hold a chicken barbecue fundraiser at Leola United Methodist Church, 7 W. Main St., Leola, on Saturday, April 12, from 10 a.m. until sold out.
The meal will include chicken, chips, a roll, macaroni salad, applesauce, dessert, and a drink. Chicken and other items may also be purchased separately.
All proceeds will go to Breakout Ministries’ youth, mission, and Jesus Advantage programs.
To purchase tickets in advance, contact Rob Weatherholtz at rob.weatherholtz@gmail.com.
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
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.
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
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.
SALEM EVANGELICAL REFORMED CHURCH HELLERS (founded 1725 / Independent / Reformed / Member of Evangelical Assoc. EARCCC), 2555 Horseshoe Rd. Lancaster. Sunday Worship 9:25 AM, Sunday School for all ages 10:45 AM. Children Welcome! Communion 1st Sunday of the month. 717-656-9249 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
Please Note: Updates can be made to your church’s listing for 1st issue date of each month only. (Changes must be submitted by the previous Wednesday.) For More Information On Church Listings And Rates, Call Justin at 717-492-2533
extensive local food bank and clothing bank, and its mission is also focused on childhood hunger. In addition, CVCCS offers adult mentoring services for individuals living with and being affected by poverty.
“In western culture, poverty is defined by not having money,” Barrett said. “But that’s just a surface issue. We view poverty like that because we are so materialistic. There are people who have a lot of money who
are in poverty. It’s really about broken relationships; that’s what it really comes down to. If individuals have healthy, thriving relationships, they’re more likely to have networks to rely on. Relationships are broken, there could be abuse in there and they truly don’t have anybody.”
On average, CVCCS provides food and clothing for 60 to 80 individuals each month, and nearly every one of those clients is dealing with poverty in
(W. Farmersville/Talmage Area)
one way or the other. For some individuals, those services are solutions to temporary problems. But for others, the services are temporary solutions to longterm problems.
One is left with the distinct impression that the staff members and volunteers of CVCCS would like to be having a greater influence on the issue.
“We see (clients) on a one-onone basis, by appointment only,” said Barrett. “If we do certain
PUBLIC AUCTION
18-ACRES VALUABLE FARMLAND * 610’ ROAD FRONTAGE ZONED AG * LIMESTONE SOILS * CLEAN & GREEN TAXES: $480 WEDNESDAY, APRIL
Located along Locust St. Leola, PA W. Earl Twp., Lancaster Co., CV Schools
Directions: From Farmersville take W. Farmersville Rd. to left on Locust St. to property on right. OR, from Brownstown take Rt. 772 S. to Talmage turn left on Locust St. to sale on left. Real Estate: consists of a valuable 18-acre tract of level farmland . Tract has 610’ road frontage on Locust St. along south border, the tract is basically rectangular in shape and borders the Conestoga River along the north side. This tract offers highly productive limestone soils and would be ideally suited for a small farmstead. The property is located adjacent to the W. Earl Twp. Tree/Mulch recycling center. The tract is identified as PIN#2104826100000; Agriculture Zoned & enrolled in Clean & Green annual taxes: $480. For zoning questions contact Sara Service @ W. Earl Twp. (717) 859-3201.
PROPERTY MAY BE INSPECTED ANYTIME AT YOUR CONVENIENCE! Terms: 10% down day of sale, balance on or before 60-days. Attorney: Linda Kling (717) 656-6717
Note: This is truly a rare opportunity to purchase 18-acres of valuable highly productive Lancaster County farmland. Ideal custom home site or farmstead, many potential possibilities! For Photos & Complete Listing Visit www.martinandrutt.com
things, we will be more effective. The goal is to get people out of poverty. We don’t charge for services, but we request things from our clients. There are consequences and accountability. It gives people dignity. We will offer them opportunities.”
“Somebody who doesn’t want to work is different than somebody who can’t work,” added Barrett. “Someone has to want to be part of their own journey. Poverty isn’t doing something for them; it’s something you do with them. The numbers keep going up because we keep putting Band-Aids on things. If people are willing to help themselves, there should be opportunities for people to get out of poverty. The answer is relational.”
Barrett said that he is unaware of anyone living on the streets or living in tents in Conestoga Valley. He also said that he is unaware of any CV nonprofits or local churches providing shelter for local homeless people.
But Barrett did say that CVCCS does serve local individuals who are displaced, living with relatives or sleeping in cars.
“I think it’s more of a hidden problem here, not by politics or anything like that,” said Barrett. “There really is a housing crisis. There’s a lack of mental health services. That can be a legitimate reason why people are homeless.”
Students to launch record
The Mix Kidz invites fans to attend a record release party to celebrate the launch of the group’s “Songs for Justice Youth Edition, Volume I.” The event will take place on Wednesday, April 9, at The Mix, 520 North St., Lancaster. The doors will open at 5 p.m. The event will include music from the new album, as well as exclusive merchandise, copies of a limited-edition vinyl record, and
giveaways.
The first edition of “Songs for Justice Youth Edition” is a compilation of original music, poetry, and art created by the students at the Mix. Guided by Alexander Colon of the Ripple Hub and Ripple Creators, and Sir Dominique Jordan, the record debuts original songs and spoken word.
To purchase tickets, visit https://bit.ly/41uByvi.
PUBLIC AUCTION
Auction By: MARTIN & RUTT AUCTIONEERS, LLC
Michael J. Martin (717) 371-3333
John J. Rutt II (717) 587-8906 Cameron Rutt AY2189-L
REAL ESTATE OF A BEAUTIFUL 9 ACRE FARMETTE
LOCATION: 2226 N COLEBOOK ROAD, MANHEIM, PA 17545 SAVE THE DATE….
TUES., APRIL 29, 2025 – 6:00 PM
9 Acre Farmette with Barn and Outbuilding. There is Tillable Ground and Beautiful Pasture with barn access. Well-kept Ranch Home built in 2003 with 3 Bedrooms, 3
a lot of storage spaces with closets and easy access attic and basement storage. The Basement has exterior access through Bilco Doors and includes a small kitchen with Refrigerator and Stove. The exterior of the home is completely landscaped and includes a small deck and an outdoor Ark Playhouse. There is onsite Water and Septic. More details to come! Call our office for open house times. Real Estate Terms: 10% Down Real Estate. Settlement within 45 Days. Attorney Nicholas T. Gard. Announcements made by Auctioneer on day of sale take precedence over all advertisements. FOR MORE INFORMATION
“People need someone to talk to. They need someone to listen to them,” added Barrett. “There’s only so much you can control. We provide the resources, but the outcomes are out of our hands. I wish I had the answers and solutions. But I don’t, and we don’t as an organization.”
For additional information, go to www.cvccs.org.
REAL ESTATE AUCTION
Tuesday, April 15 • 5:30 P.M.
Location: 95 Swamp Bridge Rd., Denver, PA 17517
& Friday, April 4 at 5-7 P.M. or call for an appointment contact: Henry @ 610-235-1684. TERMS: $20,000 down day of sale. Settlement within 60 days.
#1: Perma Stone farm house w/3060 SF, country kitchen w/FP, dining/family rm., living rm. w/stone FP, laundry, 6 bdrms., 2 baths, oil HW heat, central AC, dairy bank barn 54x70 w/43 tie stalls, 36x70 addition w/box stall, stables, milk house, stave silo, heifer barn 40x60, equip. bldg. 40x80 w/20x40 heated shop, garage bldg. 24x48 w/4 car capacity, macadam drive & parking. 67 ACRES high producing farmland w/56 acre tillable, bal. pasture w/1 acre pond. Zoned Ag.
#2: 44 ACRE tract farm land, level terrain top yielding loan soils. Access on Hartman Bridge Rd. & frontage on Leaman Rd. Located just south of above #1 farm tract. Zoned Ag.
Special Note: Farm & land tract sold separately. Both sold at 83 Hartman Bridge Rd. Both in Clean & Green but not preserved. **Buyer may begin cultivating immediately after auction & before settlement.** Farm in Book family 120 years & estate is serious to sell. All bldgs. good state of repair. Tree lined macadam drive. CV schs. Personal inspection by appointment or open house March 29, April 5 & 12 from 1 to 4 PM. For brochure or land plotting visit www.klinekreidergood.com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368) See website for full listing & photos.
Tractors/Skidloader/Mowers: *AC D-12 WF w/Hi-Lo Trans, Hyd. 3 Pt., New Tires, Wheel Wts., Completely Restored by Beilers Restoration, *AC D-17 Series IV, Good Rubber, Rear & Front Wheel Wts. 3 Pt. PTO, Single Remotes, 1 Owner; *AC CA Tractor w/Quick Coupler; *AC Forklift w/Side Shift, Propane; *1972 Ford CL-20 Skidloader w/Bucket & Forks, 1 Owner; *Walker B27I Zero Turn Mower w/Kohler 27 HP Eng., 48” Mulching Deck, 98 Hrs., Like New, 1 Owner; *Husqvarna TS242XD Tractor w/21.5 HP, Hydro w/42” Deck & Catcher, 262 Hrs., 1 Owner.
Farm Equip/Shop/Lawn & Garden: AC 11’ Transport Disk, AC All Crop 15 Drop Grain Drill w/Grass Box, Dunham Lehr 12’ Transport Cultimulcher, Avco/N. Idea Single Axle, Manure Spreader w/End Gate, Groffdale Machine 8’ Custom Made Mod. RD96 8’ PTO Finish Mower, 5’5”x8’ Dump Trailer, Echo PAS 2620 Weedeater w/New Head, Echo SRM 2620 Weedeater, Stihl FS 38 Weedeater, Stihl FSA Elec. Weedeater, Stihl 360 Hedge Trimmer AK Series, Echo PB250 Blower, Stihl BGA 57 Battery Blower, Dewalt 20 Volt Blower & Vacuum, Stihl BG 55 Blower, Stihl BR 600 Backpack Sprayer, Karacher Pressure Washer w/ Robin Eng., 25 Gal. Fisher Lawn/Garden Sprayer w/Wand, Eagle Air Comp., 100’ Rapid Reel Air Hose, Craftsman 4 Drawer Tool Box, Misc. Tools, 20’ Alum Ext. Ladder, Pull Lawn Spreader, Wheelbarrow, Exp. Wagon. AC Toys Collection: 45 Pcs. Of AC Toys Including: D-21, D-19, D-17, D-15, D-12, D-10, Combine Mounted Corn Picker, Tractor Trailer, Pocket Knives, Signs, Posters, 20 Winross (Local Business), AC Throws, Display of Franklin Mint Cars, Redlin & Other Framed Puzzles.
NOTE: All equipment & tractors in very good condition & well maintained. Auction starting at 11 AM w/tools & shop items. AC toy collection
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Mennonite Life posts events
Mennonite Life will host a screening of the documentary “Seven Points on Earth” with author and researcher Royden Loewen on Tuesday, April 1, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The event will take place in the Visitors Center theater at Mennonite Life, 2215 Millstream Road, Lancaster.
Mennonite Life is joining a global faith community in commemorating the 500th anniversary of Anabaptism in 2025. Mennonite Life will explore the movement’s history at events throughout the year.
“Seven Points on Earth” studies the lives and family histories of seven Mennonite farmers in seven communities: Apollonovka in Siberia, Matopos in Zimbabwe, Riva Palacio in Bolivia, Margorejo in Java, Friesland in the Netherlands, Washington County in Iowa, and the rural Municipality of Rhineland in Manitoba. The film considers the environmental history of each context, focusing particularly on the relationship between faith and topics such as climate change, state policy, and global markets.
The 55-minute film will be followed by a question-and-answer session with author Loewen, whose research inspired the production of the documentary.
Loewen is a retired Canadian history professor and chair in Mennonite studies at the University of Winnipeg. He is the author of “Mennonite Farmers: A Global History of Place and Sustainability.”
This event is complimentary and does not require registration.
In addition, Mennonite Life will host an author talk with Shirley Showalter in the chapel at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, on Thursday, April 10, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Showalter, an author, speaker, and grandmother, will discuss her book, “The Mindful Grandparent: The Art of Loving Our Children’s Children.” Showalter will emphasize embracing elderhood and leaving a spiritual legacy through wisdom and storytelling with children and
grandchildren.
Showalter also blogs at www .shirleyshowalter.com, where she reflects on family, Mennonite her -
itage and history, and her travels. The program is free and does not require registration. People from all life stages are welcome.
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Landis Valley
people started showing up on their doorstep, so they figured they needed to open an official museum.”
Located at 2451 Kissel Hill Road, Lancaster, Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a 30-minute ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, April 4, at noon. The ceremony is designed for government officials, local dignitaries, members of the Northern Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce and the museum’s membership base, but the public is also welcome to attend.
The Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum is owned and operated by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, which receives financial support from the Landis Valley Associates.
“Everyone’s going to come together,” said Kreider. “It’s just like a big event to kick off that (100th) year. We have a couple events throughout the year. They’re similar in that they celebrate an aspect of Pennsylvania German culture.”
Landis Valley’s yearlong celebration of its 100th anniversary will continue on Mother’s Day weekend - Friday, May 9, and Saturday, May 10 - with its annual Herb and Garden Faire. On Thursday, June 19, Landis Valley will conduct its inaugural Juneteenth Celebration, followed by Civil War Days on Saturday, July 19, and Sunday, July 20; Harvest Days on Saturday, Oct. 11, and Sunday,
Oct. 12; and the annual Christmas Bonfire on Friday, Dec. 12.
“Having a connection to the past is very important,” said Kreider. “Understanding where we came from in the past informs us of who we are today.”
After the Landis brothers established Landis Valley as a public museum in 1925, the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission took over operations of the village and farm property in 1952.
“When the brothers first started it, it was a preservation mission,” said Kreider. “They did not marry. They did not have children. But they wanted to see it preserved. One brother died in 1953, and one died in 1954.”
Over the years, Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum has become a destination for visitors from the mid-Atlantic region and Lancaster County residents interested in local history. More than 35,000 individuals visit Landis Valley each year.
“I’m going to say it’s mostly local people (who visit),” said Kreider. “It’s for the curious. It’s for people who want to actively learn about local history. The Amish are part of the story, but not the whole story.”
Landis Valley, which counts more than 175,000 historic items - some dating as far back as the 1740s - as part of its collection and exhibits, is a living, breathing museum, complete with re-enactors, demonstrators, horses, sheep and chickens. The 100-acre property is home to 20 historically correct buildings in an interpretive area.
Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum employs part-time, seasonal and contract workers, but it relies heavily on the support of volunteers. Landis Valley, which also hosts events like weddings, parties, reunions and business meetings, is open Thursdays to Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. year-round.
There are admission fees involved with touring the farm and museum.
“I love the demonstrations in the buildings,” said Kreider. “I love watching (the demonstrators) create what they do. I love our animals. They’re like the living parts of the museum. The neat thing about a living history museum is that you’re actually seeing it and hearing it.”
“We’re here for the community,” added Kreider. “We provide education for school groups. We have many aspects, and we’re preserving the history of the community in a way that’s inspiring and interactive.”
For additional information, go to www.landisvalleymuseum.org.
