Bird-in-Hand has always been worth more than two in the bush
BY JEFF FALK
The year was 1734, and after a day’s work in what was at the time the edge of the wilderness frontier, two surveyors from Philadelphia were plotting their next move. They were trying to decide whether to stay overnight at McNabb’s Hotel, where they were currently located, or trek 7 miles farther west to the blossoming town of Lancaster.
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that story,” continued Smucker. “But most of the visitors ask that question.”
So that’s the story of how Bird-in-Hand got its name. But that’s not the entire backstory of Bird-in-Hand. The rest of the tale revolves around how the area went from a quiet village to a bustling tourist attraction.
town is not a sleepy little village anymore.”
“That’s when one of the surveyors said to the other, ‘A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. Let’s stay here tonight,’” said Jerry Smucker, a lifelong resident of Bird-in-Hand and a local history buff. “That’s how the town became known as Bird-in-Hand.”
“I don’t think most people know
“It’s a story about a people with a deep faith in God who have worked hard and loved each other, and they’ve flourished because of it,” said Smucker. “If the people didn’t have the deep faith, the story would be different. The people in Bird-in-Hand find meaning in hard work and shared work with each other. Hard work is fun, it builds relationships, and it creates a bond. They continue to do
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Rooted in COBYS’ support, Zoeller family tree sprouts branches
BY JEFF FALK
The experiences of fostering and adopting children can be both challenging and rewarding. They’re experiences that COBYS can both enhance and make more manageable.
Louis and Melissa Zoeller have been married 16 years, and they are the parents of seven kids, two of whom are their biological offspring and five of whom they adopted through the help of
COBYS Family Services. For the Zoellers, who have affectionately dubbed their family “The Zoeller Bunch,” it’s sometimes a hectic, topsy-turvy existence, but one that they have no regrets about.
“If there was one thing that brought (Melissa and me) together, it was that we felt God was calling us to adopt,” said Louis. “It was the one thing we could agree upon. When we got involved with COBYS, it helped that they were a faith-based
More than growing up, Aaron’s
Acres is growing out
BY JEFF FALK
When Aaron’s Acres reaches out and touches lives, often the result is hugs. Aaron’s Acres is expanding its footprint, flexing its muscles, strengthening its brand and creating more hugs.
The local nonprofit is adding staff members, adding programs and bringing more individuals under its umbrella, all in an attempt to satisfy needs and perform greater good.
“Over our first 26 years, we created the organization, built programs and established ourselves,” said Risa Paskoff, who’s been Aaron’s Acres’ executive director from the start. “We’re now taking it to the next level.
Aaron’s
Lifelong Bird-in-Hand resident Jerry Smucker stands next to the village’s symbolic emblem.
Madeline (left), an Aaron’s Acres participant, and her mom, Angi, prepare apple dumplings as part of the local nonprofit’s family cooking class.
This is a major step for us. We want to present ourselves more professionally. This expansion is going to be on so many different levels. One of our dreams is to continue to be a family resource. We’re helping families navigate the journeys they have with individuals with disabilities.”
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Located at 1861 Charter Lane, Suite 114, Lancaster, Aaron’s Acres supports and provides recreational programs for children and young adults with disabilities like autism, Down syndrome, epilepsy, spina bifida and cerebral palsy, as well as their families. Aaron’s Acres’ programs, some of which are seasonal in nature, emphasize socialization and communication skills. Since its inception in 1998, Aaron’s Acres has focused on Lancaster, Dauphin, Berks, York, Lebanon and Perry County individuals who are between the ages of 5 and 21 and have disabilities. But Aaron’s Acres’ new programming, which will begin in November, will
continue the nonprofits’ more recent efforts to reach individuals with disabilities who are up to age 40.
“There’s this huge need,” said Paskoff. “The need is created by people who are graduating from high school. We’re adding programs and a lot more ages, and we’re hoping to continue to add more programs. We are being true to who we are by continuing to meet the mission. We are responding.”
By adding more times and making programs more available to older individuals with disabilities, Aaron’s Acres is expanding its cooking, arts and community services programs. Aaron’s Acres is also looking at ways to expand its sports programming in an attempt to build on the momentum created by its sponsorship of the Chuckie Magee Flag Football and Cheerleading League.
The new programming will allow Aaron’s Acres to serve another 25 individuals with disabilities between the ages of 21 and 40.
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“In Lancaster County, a good number of people know about us,” said Paskoff, “but we definitely need to do better in other counties. One of our goals is to expand our footprint, so people know who we are and what we do.”
Aaron’s Acres, which is overseen by a board of directors, is also in the process of hiring a new full-time program coordinator and a new part-time staff member. Those hires will push Aaron’s Acres’ number of employees to seven.
Aaron’s Acres maintains a 1-to-1 or a 1-to-2 staffto-client ratio.
“The excitement comes from taking the next step,” said Paskoff. “We’re growing and responding to the need. We’re hearing from families, and we want to respond. (Parents and families) want to have the youth programs for younger children and programs for when (their children) graduate.”
For additional information about Aaron’s Acres, go to www.aarons acres.org.
The West Earl Lions Club will sponsor a Halloween Parade on Thursday, Oct. 24. All participants must be registered by 6:15 p.m.
Costume registration and band registration will be at the West Earl Community Park on South State Street. Organizers invite local businesses to enter with floats, trucks and groups; these entries should be registered on Louise Avenue in Talmage.
The parade will commence at 7 p.m. at West Earl Community Park and travel on South State Street, Cedar Avenue, Church Street and School Lane. It will end at West Earl Fire Company. Judging will take place at the corner of South State and East Main streets, with monetary prizes awarded for costumes, floats and groups at the fire hall.
For the children, prizes will be given for the scariest, most comical, most
original and most beautiful costumes. Adults will be judged on originality, and family groups will be considered for the Best of Show award.
Refreshments will be served at the fire hall. In the case of rain, the parade will be canceled, but judging of costumes will be held at Talmage Park, with prizes awarded there.
Donations will be accepted.
Preregistration for floats and walking groups is available by calling Jeffrey L. Zimmerman at 717-8594921, and these groups are asked to check in early. scan this code for more local news townlively.com
Junior Council members sworn in
Three Ephrata High School students were sworn in as Junior Council members by Mayor John McBeth at the Akron Borough Council meeting on Aug. 26. The new Junior Council Program (JCP) members are Akron Borough residents Max Herman, who is serving a second term; Martin Sweigart; and Alyssa Vasyanovich.
The Akron Borough initiative is a part of the Junior Council Person Program, encouraged by the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs (PSAB) in Harrisburg. The program allows high school and college students the opportunity to learn skills including team building and collaboration, public speaking, public engagement, budgeting and running effective meetings. It also allows students the opportunity to deliberate on issues that are affecting their community.
While the students will not vote with the Akron Borough Council, they will participate in council discussions and offer input and opinions for consideration. They are also invited to attend PSAB conferences.
Justin Gehman, Akron Borough Council vice pres-
ident, spearheaded the Junior Council Program last year, and it is continuing for the 2024-25 school year.
Max enjoyed his participation last year as a high school junior and is continuing his senior year.
A high school senior, Martin is a member of the German National Honor Society and has won the Silver Award in the National German Exam. His activities include running cross-country and track and field, and he plays the violin in the orchestra. His plans for college include pursuing a regional planning degree.
Alyssa is a member of National Honor Society and enjoys playing in the marching band, percussion ensemble and jazz band. As a volunteer, she works with the Fulton Elementary Big Buddy Program, the Ephrata Unit-F, and Our Mother of Perpetual Help (OMPH) Church. Her accomplishments include placing second at the rifle tournament and serving as rifle team captain, a member of German National Honor Society and a Friends of Eberbach representative. Alyssa plans to attend West Virginia University to study business and economics.
Bird-in-Hand
it, and as long as they do, the community will continue to thrive.”
Bird-in-Hand grew up around the Old Philadelphia Pike (Route 340), which connects Lancaster and Philadelphia. But much of the original farmland located just north and south of the road remains true to its original purpose.
According to the 2020 census, 427 locals - many of whom are Amish or Mennonitereside in what is technically an unincorporated, one-traffic-light community situated in East Lampeter Township. But that populace swells when out-of-town visitors from New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Virginia and even as far away as South Carolina come to Bird-in-Hand, presumably for glimpses of a lifestyle that they are unfamiliar with in their own necks of the woods.
“The town has become more of a tourist destination than a farm town,” said Smucker. “The traffic you see and hear was never here before. I was born and raised in a very rural atmosphere. The town is not a sleepy little village anymore.”
At one time, Bird-
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in-Hand had a grocery store, a gas station, a repair shop and a hardware store where locals used to gather to socialize and talk. Some of those businesses are gone now, some remain, and some new merchants have come along to support the tourism trade.
“The stores that used to be geared toward locals are here no more,” said Smucker. “But some of the locals are involved in the tourism business. The local people are craftsmen, and it means a lot to them to do well. We’re a Christian people; we chase hard after God. The people of this town are very, very strong in their relationships with each other. This is their community, and they want their community to do well.”
For additional information about Bird-inHand, go to www.bird-in -hand.com.
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Mini-grant program now
open
The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership (SGP) has announced the opening of the 2024 Susquehanna Greenway Mini-Grant Program.
The Susquehanna Greenway Mini-Grant Program aims to support the advancement of regional outdoor recreation, conservation, trail projects and programs within the Susquehanna Greenway. This includes all 22 counties that the Susquehanna Greenway runs through. Proposals for projects that take place outside of the Susquehanna Greenway will not be considered.
Eligible applicants include registered nonprofit organizations able to apply for funding supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natu-
ral Resources (DCNR) or other public entities such as a county, municipality or municipal agency. Proposed activities must fit within one of the four categories: Outreach and Education, Wayfinding and Signage, Trails and Active Transportation and Temporary Placemaking. Detailed descriptions of these categories are available on the grant landing page at www .susquehannagreenway .org/mini-grant-program. Applicants may request up to $10,000, and proposals must include a 1-to-1 match of cash or in-kind contributions. While only one award will be given to each applying entity, more than one application can be submitted for consideration. All awarded funding must be utilized within 12 months from the date of the awarded contract; the anticipated contract period is January through December 2025.
The Susquehanna Greenway Mini-Grant Program is financed by a grant from the Community Conservation Partnership Program under the administration of the DCNR Bureau of Recreation and Conservation. As such, mini-grants may not be used as a match for other DCNR-funded projects, nor may DCNR funding be used to match this mini-grant. Projects given grants will be required to adhere to all DCNR’s grant guidelines and eligible expense policies, and all projects must acknowledge the SGP and DCNR on marketing materials and media releases. Grant contracts will provide more details to grant awardees.
The application window will close at 4:59 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25. To apply, visit www.susque hannagreenway.org/ mini-grant-program.
To submit an application by email or for information on mailing an application, contact info@susque hannagreenway.org.
Projects selected to receive grants can expect to be notified in December. Questions may be directed to info@susque hannagreenway.org or 570-478-0178.
Zoeller family tree
organization. When they asked us if we wanted to adopt, we prayed on it and said yes.”
In addition to Louis and Melissa, the Mountville-based Zoeller Bunch includes Coral, 15; Dominic, 14; Sophie, 8; Izabel, 6; Tatum, 6; Oaklee, 5; and Carson, 4. Sophie, Tatum, Izabel, Oaklee and Carson were all under the Zoellers’ foster care first before being officially adopted at various times over the last six years.
Before they were legally adopted, the children were wards of the state, meaning they could’ve been removed from the Zoeller household at any time.
“Foster care exists to give biological families an opportunity to get safe,” said Melissa. “Foster care exists to provide safety for children. Kids need to be safe. If (biological) parents can’t meet those safety standards, the goal changes from re-unification to adoption. Adoption only happens when kids can’t re-unify safely. The primary goal is always working with the (biological) family. There’s no question that the biological families love them.”
“For us, we truly never knew if we were going to adopt until the decision was kind of made for us,” said Louis. “The courts decide which way the case is
going to go. You know that any day (the children) could be out of your home.”
Before they became foster parents, Melissa and Louis received specific training from COBYS Family Services. During and after the foster care and adoption processes, the Zoellers have been afforded support opportunities that include regular visits from COBYS representatives, advice, encouragement, financial assistance and 24-hour access to a counselor.
“(COBYS) is there to facilitate and support foster families,” said Louis. “If we have questions, we go to them. We had a county caseworker and a COBYS caseworker. (COBYS) was basically our main contact. Overall, COBYS is there for you.”
According to COBYS Family Services, approximately 15,000 children are currently in the Pennsylvania child welfare system. They are unable to live with their biological families because of abuse, neglect or behavioral issues.
“For us, (adoption) really wasn’t a question,” said Melissa, “because you get to know the kids. We already knew them; they already knew us. There’s no reason for it not to be forever.”
For additional information about COBYS Family Services, go to www .cobys.org.
Church posts community meal
The meal is free and will be served in the handicapped-accessible Smith Fellowship Hall.
For additional information, call the church at 717-687-6619.
The mission committee of the Leacock Presbyterian Church, 3181 Lincoln Highway East, Paradise, will serve a hot meal from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24. The menu will consist of spaghetti with meatballs and sauce, garlic and plain bread, tossed salad, fruit salad, and desserts.
The Zoeller family poses with Judge Jeffrey J. Reich of the Lancaster County Orphans Court on Aug. 31, 2023, the day of Izabel, Oaklee and Carson’s adoption.
Bluegrass band to perform
Stone House Breakdown will perform at the Eicher Arts Center on Sunday, Oct. 20, from 2 to 4 p.m. The arts center is located at the historic Eicher House, 409 Cocalico St., in Ephrata Borough’s Grater Park.
Stone House Breakdown revives and celebrates Appalachian music. It plays original songs in traditional bluegrass style, old-time standards, bluegrass gospel, and contemporary Americana folk music. The band’s style is reminiscent of the music of the Stanley Brothers, which began performing in the 1940s and in 1995 was inducted into the International Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame. Stone House Breakdown was named the best bluegrass band in central Pennsylvania last year by the Central Pennsylvania Music Hall of Fame.
The band’s members include Jena Bomboy, vocals and guitar, and her husband, Robb Bomboy, vocals and mandolin. Jena and Robb first met at an open mic event in Winchester, Va. The band also includes Jena’s father, Jan Strock, bass; Patrick MacDonald Jr., vocals and banjo; and Tish Brown, vocals and fiddle. MacDonald has been playing Earl Scruggs-style banjo for about 16 years.
Inspired by the scenic countryside in Pennsylvania’s Cumberland Valley, the band took its name in part from Old Stone House Road in Monroe Township, Cumberland County.
Admission is free. Donations to the Eicher Arts Center Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, will be accepted.
LCHS plans Day of Giving
Lancaster Catholic High School (LCHS) will hold a Day of Giving on Friday, Oct. 18. The 24-hour fundraising campaign will generate financial resources for the Lancaster Catholic Annual Fund, which fills the gap between revenue collected in tuition and the actual cost to educate the school’s students. This year’s Day of Giving fundraising goal is $300,000. Several donors have already given matching funds.
For more details, visit https://tinyurl .com/LCHSDayofGiving 2024.
Dear Brother or Sister in Christ, In the United States, 40% of Christians do not vote.
If God did not want us to have an active role in His plans, He would not have called us to action repeatedly throughout Scripture. Again and again, from Genesis to Revelation, He calls on His people to act, to stand against evil, and to stand up for the needy and vulnerable (Isaiah 6:8, Matthew 28:18-20, Ephesians 5:11, Proverbs 29:2, Proverbs 31:8-9). If we sit on the sidelines while every good thing our nation stands for is destroyed, we will have violated far more Scripture than the handful of passages that may be misused to justify inaction.
Christians oftentimes ignore getting involved in the voting process for several reasons: (1) they don’t believe their vote counts, (2) they have been misinformed, or (3) they have never done it; therefore, it’s hard to break the ice. We encourage you to pray and ask God to help you break free from these fears. We are all called upon to do the right thing.
Many Christians do not vote because of pressure from their church and community. It is time to fully reverse that habit. We are all called upon to do the right thing. The hard part is finding the courage to stand up, to stand in the gap. Initially, you may be judged for doing so. But standing in the gap for good is the only way to stop this storm.
Here’s what you can do today to save the country:
1. You can vote early by mail, or in-person. Call us and we’ll help you better understand the options Pennsylvania offers: 717-403-7041.
2. Talk to everyone about why you are voting and why they should too.
3. Pray for our nation and our nation’s leaders. Please act. You don’t want to wake-up the day after the 2024 election wishing you had done more to save your community and your country.
Sincerely,
Stone House Breakdown
CV booters post 4-1 triumph over Ephrata
photos by Mya Graybill
CV’s David Berkey controls the ball on away turf on October 4 against Ephrata during a 4-1 triumph.
Conestoga Valley’s Zachary Leaman battles Ephrata’s Adam Sensenig for the ball on October 4 in a 4-1 win in Ephrata.
Under the lights, CV’s James Welkert launches up for the header against an Ephrata defender during a 4-1 win on October 4.
Benjamin Walter kicks the ball downfield for the Buckskins who prevailed 4-1 over Ephrata on October 4 in a Section Two shutout.
Conestoga Valley’s Jacob Hallgren dribbles the ball downfield in a 4-1 triumph over Ephrata on October 4.
Buckskin’s Paxton Rossos fires the ball in front of the net for an assist and victorious 4-1 win against Ephrata on October 4.
Mennonite Life to host author
Lucinda J. Kinsinger will discuss her book, “Anything But Simple: My Life as a Mennonite,” in the Community Room at Mennonite Life, 2215 Millstream Road, Lancaster, on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 6:30 p.m.
“Anything But Simple” is the memoir of a young woman’s rich church tradition, lively family life, and longing for a meaningful future within her Mennonite faith. As a schoolteacher in a small Mennonite school in rural Wisconsin, Kinsinger wears long dresses and a prayer covering but also uses Facebook and a cellphone. In her memoir, Kinsinger explores questions such as “Why would a young woman with access to modern technology remain within a sheltered community like the Plain Mennonites?” and “How can someone with an eye for beauty and a sometimes sardonic wit stay within a tradition that values discipline and submission and uniformity?”
In addition to being an author, Kinsinger is a columnist for ”Anabaptist World” and a blogger at www.lucindajkinsin ger.com.
The event is complimentary and does not require registration. To learn more, visit www .mennonitelife.org/events or call 717-393-9745.
Movie night posted
The East Lampeter Township Recreation Department will present a Halloween Movie Night on Friday, Oct. 18, at 7 p.m. at Flory Park, 416 Dohner Drive, Lancaster. Disney’s “Hocus Pocus” will be the featured movie.
Free popcorn and hot chocolate will be provided. Attendees should bring blankets for seating. Attendees should use the Greenland Drive entrance to the park. For more information, visit www.eastlamp etertownship.org.
Rubber Duckie Race and Festival supports Schreiber
ANGLICAN ALL SAINTS CHURCH: Meeting at Church of the Apostles, 1850 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, PA 17603. 9:30 AM Sunday Service. Father James Johnson. For more info: 717-381-9573. allsaintsanglicanlancaster.org
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.
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 105 Earland Dr., New Holland, invites you to join us for a time of contemporary worship and biblical preaching at our 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 services on Sunday morning and 7:00 service on Wednesday evening. Childcare for birth through 5th grade available during 2nd and 3rd Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening service. Lead Pastor: Stephen Ritchey. For more information on our services and programs, visit Lighthouseag.com
The Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development held its 36th annual Rubber Duckie Race and Festival on Sept. 8. With more than 600 attendees, 218 registered racers, and more than 210 volunteers, the event raised $175,918, which is 29% more than last year.
Held in person at the Schreiber Center, 625 Community Way, Lancaster, the festival featured an afternoon of activities, including pony rides by the Rough Riders 4-H Club, face painting, festival games, and food trucks from Scoops Ice Cream & Grille, Walk-O Taco, Cupcakes by Casey, and Fetish Brewing Company.
This year’s event introduced community races in which participants took
center stage. The Duckling Dash, a kids’ fun run split into two age-related heats, saw every child cross the finish line and receive a finisher’s medal. Also offered were the Duckie Dash, a professionally timed 1-mile race, and the Duckie Relay, a four-person team relay race.
Phil Headland took home the title of fastest male racer with a time of 5 minutes and 25 seconds, and Alexa Shade was the fastest female racer, finishing in 5:57.
Miss Pennsylvania 2024, Paige Weinstein, was a special guest at the event, sharing her message around her service initiative, “Promoting the Ability in Disability.”
The event also celebrated the joy and resilience of Schreiber’s Ambassadors and
their families. This year’s event saw more than 5,000 rubber duckies adopted, with 50 sponsors helping make the day possible, including presenting sponsor Lancaster Toyota.
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), 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
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,
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All funds raised will directly support the Kids’ Care Fund, helping ensure that children at Schreiber will continue to receive the life-changing therapies they need to thrive. The Schreiber Center has always stood by its nearly 90-year promise to never turn away a child in need due to financial circumstances, and events like this are essential in keeping that promise alive.
To learn more, visit www .schreiberpediatric.org.
Benefit auction and chicken barbecue set
The Kensill Fund for Hope Auction will take place on Saturday, Oct. 26, at noon at Leola United Methodist Church, 7 W. Main St., Leola. The auction will include furniture, dishes, plants, decoration items, jewelry, toys, games, books, school supplies, dinners, baked goods, and gift certificates. All proceeds from the auction will benefit the Kensill Fund for Hope, a 501(c)(3) foundation that provides scholarships to students at Mid-Town Parish in Philadelphia.
To donate items for the auction, call the church office at 717-656-7600.
In addition, chicken barbecue meals, along with snacks and drinks, will be available for purchase starting at 10 a.m. All proceeds from these items will support Breakout Ministries’ mission trip to El Salvador in December.
Kids took part in the Duckling Dash at the Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development’s Rubber Duckie Race and Festival.
Students invited to explore construction careers
The Building Industry Association of Lancaster County (BIA) will host its third BIA Building Futures: Construction Career Day on Thursday, Oct. 17. The free, public event will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wyndham Lancaster Convention Center, 2300 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster.
The BIA Building Futures event, sponsored by Lezzer Lumber and organized by the BIA, will feature local industry professionals seeking new talent and offering internships. Industry experts will also conduct product demonstrations, presentations, and panel discussions, emphasizing opportunities within the building industry. Community educators such as Thaddeus Stevens College
of Technology and Lancaster County Career & Technology Center will be represented, and curriculum and career opportunity information will be shared.
Panel discussions will feature the new Building Empowerment: Women of the BIA group, which will discuss experiences and opportunities for women in the construction industry at 11 a.m. Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington, an economist with the National Association of Home Builders, will present “Economic Outlook on Housing” at 1:30 p.m.
Attendees may visit the Construction Corner area to create structures from mystery material kits. The community service team will assist students in building
Postcard club plans meeting
The Lancaster County Postcard Club will meet at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 21, at the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster. The gathering is open to the public.
benches and picnic tables for Wheatland Middle School’s garden and community park and tall planter boxes for Luther Acres Retirement Community.
The event has grown since its start, and organizers anticipate that more than 600 local high school and college-age students will attend. Student attendees will be provided with a meal voucher, and attendees will receive free entries for a chance to win prizes.
A listing of participating companies and additional information can be found at www.lancasterbuilders.org.
The postcard competition will be “Fruits/Vegetables.”
For more information, call 717-413-6882 or search for “Lancaster County Postcard Club” on Facebook.
Club member Leighton Stover will present “Trains and Trolleys That Traveled Through Lancaster City.”
A Creative Collection Christmas Expressions
The winners, along with other selections, will be published in a commemorative special section appearing in the Conestoga and Garden Spot Pennysavers, as well as the Morgantown/Honey Brook and Octorara Community Couriers in early December. All entries will be featured on our website at townlively.com.
can be e-mailed to:
are due by Monday, October 28th.
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BY CATHY MOLITORIS
For three decades, the Make-A-Wish Mother’s Day Truck Convoy has been a staple of the holiday weekend. Organizers have announced that the event will enter a new chapter in 2025, with the convoy held on the day before Mother’s Day.
The 2025 Make-A-Wish Truck Convoy will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the Manheim Pennsylvania Auto Auction, 1190 Lancaster Road, Manheim. The event will begin with a family fest at 9 a.m., and the convoy will depart at 1:30 p.m.
“We made the decision to move the Make-A-
Wish Mother’s Day Truck Convoy to the day before Mother’s Day following careful consideration and at the recommendation of our safety committee,” said Jennifer Davis, president and CEO of MakeA-Wish Philadelphia, Delaware & Susquehanna Valley. “While the event is moving to Saturday, May 10th, everything else remains the same - celebrating the same cherished traditions, bringing together drivers, wish families and the community. This change will keep the convoy a safe and amazing experience for all, allowing even greater participation and volunteer involvement. Now, everyone can enjoy both the convoy and their Mother’s Day celebrations without conflict.”
Each year, the event raises funds to grant
life-changing wishes for children facing critical illness. Money raised specifically through the convoy plays a crucial part in granting up to 75% of the wishes of children in the Susquehanna Valley. While a major highlight of the event is the
truck convoy that travels through Lancaster County, the entire day is an opportunity to enjoy family fun and fellowship, Davis said.
“If you’ve never experienced the Make-A-Wish Mother’s Day Truck Convoy before, now is the perfect time to join us,” she remarked. “Expect a day filled with joy, community spirit and inspiring stories as we celebrate the power of wishes. You’ll see an incredible display of trucks and meet the amazing drivers who are the heart and soul of this event.” Before the convoy kicks off, the event will feature a family fest with games, food trucks and vendors.
Even with the date change, the spirit of the Make-A-Wish Truck Convoy remains the same, Davis said.
“This is not just an event; it’s a heartfelt gathering that brings hope and smiles to children facing critical illnesses,” she shared. “We can’t wait to welcome you to this unforgettable experience!”
Headquartered in Phoenix, Ariz., Make-A-Wish is a children’s wish-granting organization that serves children in every community in the United States and in more than 50 countries worldwide. Since 1986, Make-A-Wish Philadelphia, Delaware & Susquehanna Valley has fulfilled more than 8,300 wishes for local children with critical illnesses. For more information, visit https://wish.org/
A play on perfection
BY ANN MEAD ASH
In 1964, the Walt Disney company introduced the world to its version of the magical nanny Mary Poppins, who is “practically perfect in every way.” The movie “Mary Poppins” was based on P.L. Travers book of the same name.
Now, Cavod Theatre invites audiences to experience anew the story of the “practically perfect” caregiver’s transformative visit to the Banks family. Directed by Jaime Hilton, the show will be presented at the Cavod Theatre, 641 W. Main St., New Holland, with a dinner theater at 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18. The show will also be performed at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25; at 2 and 7 p.m. on Saturdays, Oct. 19 and 26; and at 4 p.m. on Sundays Oct. 20 and 27.
Set in early 20th-century London, “Mary Poppins” introduces the mysterious title character, played by Sophia Grado, who appears seemingly out of nowhere with the intention of bringing order to chaos with an “element of fun.” Mary’s unique blend of magic with a no-nonsense attitude captivates the Banks children - Michael, played by Foster Harris, and Jane, played by Gracelyn Fulmer
- as she takes them on adventures featuring a cast of characters, including her friend, Bert, the chimney sweep, played by Caleb Zimmerman.
To help prepare her cast of more than 30 adults and children, Hilton dug into the meaning of the word “perfect,” noting that she does not view “perfect” to mean that something is without flaws. “(I believe it means) to be mature and complete and that is what Mary Poppins brings to this very disordered home.”
The musical is known for more than 20 numbers, a few of which feature show-stopping dancing and choreography. Well-known tunes will include “Chim Chim Cher-ee,” “Jolly Holiday,” “A Spoonful of Sugar,” and “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.”
LDHL awards interest-free loans
Lancaster Dollars for Higher Learning (LDHL) recently awarded interest-free loans to 362 Lancaster County students to offset the cost of their postsecondary education for the 2024-25 school year. LDHL awarded 355 loans of $1,900 each for a full academic year and seven loans of $950 each for students attending one semester only to applicants who demonstrated financial need. The loans will be applied to tuition expenses at 111 colleges and universities across the country.
Since 1961, LDHL has provided more than $19 million in interest-free loans to Lancaster County students. These loans are made possible by community donations and repayments from previous loans recipients.
LDHL has been able to increase the number of loans provided over its history through the support of individuals and companies, including many past loan recipients and their parents. LDHL has experienced a growing number of Legacy-level donors - individuals, groups, or organizations that have donated at the $10,000 level, either as a one-time donation or over several years. Of the 362 loans LDHL provided for the upcoming academic year, 40 were Legacy loans. LDHL’s mission is to provide financial resources to Lancaster County residents in support of their postsecondary educational goals. To learn more, visit www. lancdollars.org or look for the organization’s pages on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
“The music is delightful,” noted Hilton. “The dance numbers are fun.” Hilton said she recently attended a high-energy choreography rehearsal. “I walked in and they were dancing, and I broke into a smile,” she said. “The music gets into your soul, and I just love it.”
Hilton pointed out that staging a show that is so well known presents difficulties in that audiences are accustomed to the special effects of the Disney movies. “The biggest challenge is the magic,” pointed out Hilton. “People come expecting (Mary Poppins) to fly.” Hilton noted that the story in the live show differs somewhat from the movie. “There are slightly different characters, but we are finding ways to keep it magical, surprising, and fresh.”
According to Hilton, Mary Poppins’ effect on the Banks’ home extends beyond her relationship with the children. “Mr. Banks (played by Jordan Ave), and Mrs. Banks (played by Eliza Moran) are trying to grow up,” she noted, explaining the couple is torn between societal expectations and their own more imaginative personalities. “Mary brings this balance of order, along with creativity and connection.”
Hilton would like to see attendees leave with renewed spirits. “I want audiences to walk away feeling hopeful that what is broken can be restored,” she stated.
Tickets may be purchased at www.cavod.org or by calling 717-354-3355.
PennDOT seeks feedback from the public
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has posted an online survey to accept feedback on its construction and maintenance services. Members of the public may take the survey through Tuesday, Oct. 22, by visiting https://tinyurl.com/Penn DOTCustomerSurvey.
The 24-question survey asks respondents how they receive PennDOT roadway information and how often PennDOT meets or exceeds their expectations in construction and maintenance activities. Respondents are also asked about their experiences with reporting concerns to the department and whether or how they use the state’s 511PA traveler information services.
Construction and maintenance work has been
underway across the state this year. From January through August, 303 bridges were put out for bids to be repaired, replaced, or preserved by PennDOT or industry forces. Additionally, from January through August, more than 3,100 roadway miles were improved by department or partner crews. This number includes 1,114 miles of paving.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA. com, using the associated smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, calling 511, or following regional X alerts. 511PA is free and available 24 hours a day. For more information about PennDOT, visit www.penndot.pa.gov.
Cast members of the Cavod Theatre production of “Mary Poppins” are rehearsing to present the musical.
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PUBLIC AUCTION
CLEAN SOLID BRICK RANCHER * LEVEL .43-ACRE
3 BEDROOMS * 2.5 BATHROOMS * 2-CAR GARAGE
TUESDAY, OCT. 22 @ 5:00 P.M.
LOCATED AT: 813 GRANDVIEW DR.. EPHRATA, PA 17522
DIRECTIONS: From Rt. 272 & Rt. 322 intersection in Ephrata, travel North on Rt. 272, turn left onto Grandview Dr., it is the 3rd house on the right.
REAL ESTATE: A very clean brick Rancher w/ 2-car garage on a level .43-acre lot. This house was built in 1957; has approx. 1,832 sq. feet (plus basement); 22’x20’ living room w/ a LP-gas stone fireplace and large bay window; 20’X12’ kitchen with lots of natural light, solid maple cabinetry, all appliances; kitchen connects to a 20’x14’ recreational room w/ large bay window and door leading to a well maintained 24’x8’ screened in porch; primary bedroom w/ closet & full primary bathroom w/ tub shower; (2) additional bedrooms w/ closet; full bathroom; half bathroom; 24’x24’ large 2-car garage w/ LP furnace; 37’x30’ semi-finished basement; Oil furnace w/ 4-zone heat; Central A/C; 200-amp; good roof; updated insulated windows & front door; public water & sewer; backyard has a 18’x 10’ outdoor shed and a gazebo; Ephrata Boro & S.D.; taxes $5,153. Call/Text Auctioneer 717-587-8906. Please visit our website www.martinandrutt.com
HARTZ PT wins Practice of the Year award
HARTZ Physical Therapy (PT) has been awarded the 2024 Practice of the Year award. The award was presented to Brian and Amy Hartz in Chicago at the National Ascend Conference hosted by WebPT. The Practice of the Year award acknowledges an enterprise advancing the profession while demonstrating tangible success.
According to Brian, HARTZ PT has grown its team by 30%, increased overall visits by 27% and maintained a 95% staff retention rate within the past year.
This year, the HARTZ PT team completed one of its largest employee engagement initiatives to date resulting in volunteering more than 675 hours for
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24TH AT 6 P.M.
AUCTION DOORS OPEN AT 5 P.M. PREVIEW WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23RD 10 A.M.-1 P.M.
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2½ STY. 4 BDRM. FARMHOUSE 28x30 GAR./BARN - UTILITY BLDG. ½ ACRE LEVEL LOT GORDONVILLE - PARADISE AREA FRI., OCTOBER 25 • 4 P.M. 28 Leacock Rd., Gordonville. Rt. 30 E. from Ronks. Left Leacock Rd. OR Rt. 340 E. of Bird In Hand. Right Old Leacock Rd. thru Gordonville. Straight Leacock Rd.
2½ sty. farmhouse w/2176 SF, eat-in kitchen w/updated cabinets, breakfast island, appliances & granite countertops, dining/family rm., large living rm., 4 bdrms., 2 full baths, laundry, mud rm., attic, bsmt., gas HW heat system, central AC, deck, low maintenance exterior, solar panels (included w/transferrable lease), garage/barn/shop w/gar. & shop area, utility bldg., level ½ acre lot w/lawn, garden area, mature trees, public sewer & on-site well. After 44 years owners relocating to Lebanon Co. & serious to sell. Well maintained move in condition house. Economical & low taxes. Ideal as residence or investment. Minutes to Intercourse, Bird In Hand, Ronks. Vintage & Gordonville. Personal inspection by appointment or Open House Oct. 5, 12 & 19 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).
Andrew M. & Yvonne L. Hershey 717-572-0650 or 717-572-7058
35 local nonprofit organizations; hosting events, including the 21st annual Fall Blast 5K, the 10th annual Feed the Need Food Drive, the second annual Parkinson’s Walk and the third annual Spring Swing Golf Outing; having 17 staff members hold leadership positions within their church or coach in support of one of their children’s athletic leagues; donating 28 pints of blood; performing 35 random acts of kindness; sending 276 handwritten thankyou notes; holding 16 free community seminars; and creating 80 educational blogs and videos.
In 2024, HARTZ Physical Therapy expanded its Outpatient Neurological Rehab program by adding occupational therapy and an additional PT provider. In addition, HARTZ PT expanded
the practice to include women’s pelvic health in three of its locations.
The HARTZ Physical Therapy Charitable Organization, a 501(c)(3) organization, continues to grow because of the company’s support for community
involvement The foundation has raised more than $369,000 to support those in need within the communities the practice serves. The platform allows the team to have a legacy supporting the nonprofits that they are passionate about.
Life Line Screening posted
Residents living in and around the New Holland area can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes and other chronic, serious conditions with screenings by Life Line Screening. American Legion Post 662, 35 S. Hoover Ave., New Holland, will host this community event on Wednesday, Oct. 23.
Annual Inventory Reduction Auction Trees - Shrubbery SAT., OCTOBER 19 • 9:00 A.M.
Location: 41 Cocalico Creek Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522
Directions: From Lancaster Rt. 222 N. exit to Rt. 772. Turn right Rt. 772. Turn right Cocalico Creek Road. Watch for auction signs.
Shrubs & Trees: Butterfly Bush, Leucothoe, Hydrangeas, Crape myrtle, Viburnum, Weigelias, Spireas, Goldthreads, Junipers (Bush & Ground Cover), Japanese Hollies, English Hollies, Yews, Hinokis, Abelia, Nandina, Bird’s Nest Spruce, Boxwoods, Knockout, Drift & Hybrid-T Roses, Ornamental Grasses, Hosta, Perennials, Mums, misc. Maple trees, Redbuds, Crabapple, Cherries, Zelcova & more. Evergreens: Blue Spruce, Leyland Cypress, Concolor Fir, Norway Spruce, Serbian Spruce, White Pine, Green Giant & Emerald Green Arborvitae, Hollies, Blue Ice Cypress, Dwarf Alberta Spruce, Yoshino Cryptomeria, Black Dragon Cryptomeria. Fruit: Assorted varieties of Fruit Trees. Exotics: Spirals, Evergreen Magnolias, Japanese Maples, 24” high graft Junipers, Pines & Spruces, 2-Tier Boxwood. Many more plants, trees and shrubs, too numerous to mention. Items are subject to change.
NOTE: Attn Homeowners & Landscapers: A nice selection of quality items. Items subject to change. Auction day announcements take precedence over all advertising. Auction Co. & sellers not responsible for accidents. Payment by cash, PA check or CC w/3% fee. 6% sales tax. Food Stand.
Screenings can check for the level of plaque buildup in people’s arteries, related to risk for cardiovascular disease, stroke and overall vascular health; HDL and LDL cholesterol levels; diabetes risk; and kidney and thyroid function. Screenings are available for a fee. Free parking is also available.
Special package pricing starts for a set fee, but consultants will work with participants to create a package that is right for them based on their age and risk factors. Call 877237-1287 or visit www .lifelinescreening.com to schedule an appointment. Preregistration is required.
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Participants in the award presentation were (from left) Ashley Glover, CEO of WebPT; Amy Hartz, CFO of HARTZ PT; Brian Hartz, owner and founder of HARTZ PT; and Christian Coker, director of sales for WebPT.
Preview Times: Tues., October 22 from 2:00 P.M. thru 5:00 P.M. and Wed., October 23 from 8:00 A.M.
*The following is just a very general list of items to be sold. Photos representing the entire auction will be posted on our website www.horstauction.com on Tuesday, October 23. Sale to be held at the Horst Auction Center, 50 Durlach Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522
FURNITURE – Antique, Vintage, Reproduction & Modern Incl. Bedroom, Dining Room, Living Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Office & Patio (Sets & Individual Pcs.); (2) GLOBE WERNICKE 5 SECTION BARRISTER BOOKCASES; APPLIANCES; KITCHENWARE; CLOCKS & LAMPS; SILVER; COPPER & BRASS; CAST IRON; AGATE; TINWARE; PEWTER; WOODENWARE; BASKETS; CHINA & GLASSWARE; FRANSISCAN DESERT ROSE DISHES; POTTERY; SEVERAL PITTSTON SCRIPT JUGS; EVAN JONES FLORAL BATTER JUG; LINENS & TEXTILES; BOOKS & PAPER; ESTATE & COSTUME JEWELRY; ARTWORK; (7) MATCHING LEADED GLASS PANELS; CHRISTMAS & SEASONAL DECORATIONS; TOYS; TOOLS; LG MULTI-SECTION CRAFTSMAN MECHANICS TOOL CABINET; SNAP-ON ROLLING TOOL CART; LAWN & GARDEN EQUIPMENT; BOX LOTS & MANY OTHER ITEMS TO BE SOLD! Accepted Payments
SALE FOR: JOHN ROSCOE FRED HERSHEY & OTHERS
ON-SITE PUBLIC AUCTION
16, 2024
Routes 896,
340, Close To Shopping, Restaurants, Stores & Conveniences. YOU CERTAINLY DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS RURAL COUNTRY SETTING. Open House Dates: Sat., Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 12:00 Noon To 2:00 PM. For Financing, Photos, Full Listing, Terms See Website: www.witmanauctioneers.com.
SUPER CLEAN 2-STORY w/ 4-BR ON .68-ACRE LOT ATTACHED GARAGE & DETACHED SHOP * VIEW THURS., OCT. 24 @ 5:00 P.M. LOCATED AT: 9 N. Kinzer Rd., Kinzers, PA
(farmland views), & floor heat; 16.5’x13’ formal dining room (or recreation room) w/crown window push-out; 12.5’x10’ front door foyer; inviting wrap-around covered front porch; laundry & powder bathroom; rear mud-room; newer attached 25.5’ D x 19.5’ W 1-car insulated garage; fabulous 20’x15’ treated wood deck overlooking farmland. Second level has 4-bedrooms w/closets; full bathroom w/ tub shower. Rare finished basement w/ 25’x12’ entertaining room; full bathroom w/shower; central A/C; oil furnace w/ radiator heat; new roof in 2019; private well; public sewer. A wonderful house in a desirable area, please come see for yourself. AUCTIONEER'S NOTE: A country style property w/modern convenience. 36’x24’ concrete block 2-car garage/shop w/hip-style roof, second level storage, work area; pasture area; chicken shed; small storage shed; secluded backyard; deck view; Paradise Twp; desirable Pequea Valley S.D.; taxes $4,793. OPEN HOUSE DATES: Saturday, Oct 19, from 1:00-3:00 P.M. Call/Text Auctioneer 717-587-8906. Visit our updated website www.martinandrutt.com (Kinzer & Rough/Tumble Area) HYBRID PUBLIC AUCTION
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DIRECTIONS: From 4-way stop sign on Main St, turn North on Earl St. to property on the left. #1. COMMERCIAL SHOP/ GARAGE: A commercial property and building w/ large open work area, office space on .46-acre lot. A 2-section concrete block building w/ approx. 5,320 sq. ft.; one section is 78’x 40’x 10’ high; other section is 55’x 40’x 15’ high; includes a 24’x 10’ finished office area w/ carpet flooring & heat; employee break room; public bathroom has (3) toilet stalls & sink; each section has a private bathroom w/ toilet & sink; elec. water heaters; built-in car lift; (1) 16’W x 12’H insulated overhead door w/ opener; (1) 9’W x 8’ H insulated overhead door; (4) walk-out/exit doors; propane heat & elec. heat pump; good metal roof; most exterior walls covered in steel has insulation; public water & sewer; good windows; (2) elec. services meters. A rare opportunity to purchase a commercial building in Terre Hill Boro. (2) addresses for possible double occupancy; Zoned Commercial Neighborhood; macadam parking area w/ approx. 18-parking spots; Elanco S.D; taxes $5,754. #2. COMMERCIAL WOODEN BUILDING: A 2-story old tobacco warehouse building in need of repair. Structure was built in 1900; Terre Hill Boro; lot size 41’x 33’; zoned Commercial Neighborhood; public utilities close by; Eastern Lanco School; taxes approx. $1,673; tax ID #590-27039-0-0000. OPEN HOUSE DATES: Saturdays, Oct. 19 & 26, from 1:00-3:00 PM. Call/Text Auctioneer 717-587-8906 Visit our updated www.martinandrutt.com
(Brunnerville & Clay Area)
PUBLIC AUCTION
BEAUTIFUL 3-BEDROOM BRICK RANCHER .74-ACRE COUNTRY LOT * PERSONAL PROPERTY 2014 GRAND CHEROKEE * (2) MARTIN GUITARS * TOOLS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 8:30 A.M. • REAL ESTATE 1:00 P.M. LOCATED AT: 1526 Brunnerville Rd., Lititz, PA 17543
Rt. 322 in Clay, turn South on Clay Rd, after 1-mile stay right at Y-intersection on Brunnerville Rd, to property on the left. REAL ESTATE: A very nice 2-owner brick Rancher w/ 3-bedroom and newer rear addition on ¾-acre country lot. House was built in 1960 w/ a 2014 rear addition, has 1,826 sq. ft. (plus 400 sq. ft. in basement); includes a fantastic eat-in kitchen w/ solid Oak custom cabinetry, marble tops, all appliances; 24’x 19’ rear family room addition w/ brick fireplace propane insert, (6) double-hung windows, outside side entrance, door to 18’x 14’ concrete patio; front living room w/ Bay window & Oak hardwood flooring; (3) bedrooms w/ closets; (2) full bathrooms; 1-car attached garage. Basement has a trenched waterproof system; 23.5’x 17’ recreation room; storage room; cold cellar; oil furnace; central A/C; on-site well & septic system; updated roof; Warwick Twp & School District; taxes $3,609. A wonderful location w/ a desirable level lot and backs-up to farmland, come take a look. Call 717-587-8906.
PERSONAL PROPERTY: Black 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee w/ 85,000 miles, tan leather interior, Limited, V-8, heated seats, beautiful vehicle; Martin 6-string D-18 guitar (162478); Martin 12-string D-12-28 guitar (425057); Whitetail deer head mount & antlers; Black bear rugs & head mounts; 4-pc. Cherry BRS w/ queen mission style bed; 3-pc 1960’s walnut BRS; double mattress set; solid cedar chest; 8-gun cabinet; (2) curios; Brown reclining loveseat; (2) Tan recliners; Pfaff sewing machine; knee-hole desk; glider rocker; front load washer & dryer; White 30” elec. stove; 14-c.f. chest freezer; Rainbow sweeper; stainless flatware in oak box; kitchen utensils (a few Cutco); antique crocks & jugs; stock-pot; Peanut-Butter glasses; doilies & soft goods; quilts & blankets; many hand-cut & sewn quilt-tops; Ertl toys; 1970’s farm toys; 12+ Winross trucks; C.I. Boston-Terrier dogs; Pink depression glass; other nice glassware; kero. lamps; marbles; dolls; milk cans; drying rack; dinnerware; coolers; 10+ lots of silver coins; canning jars; more unlisted. GARAGE ITEMS: Ex-Mark model Quest Zero-turn mower w/ twin 20-hp engine; Echo model PB-755-ST back-pack blower; Husqvarna model 240 chain saw w/ 18” bar; C.H. vertical 30-gallon air compressor; many fishing rods & boxes of fishing tackle; (2) clam rakes; Dewalt tools; old feed bag scales; mechanic tools; handy-man jack; Bolens 3.5-hp lawn edger; 8’ Wanner fib. Step ladder; hand tools; other unlisted items. Updated website at www.martinandrutt.com
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ACA TOY POODLE PUPS, red, vet checked, shots, dewormed, home raised, 3M/1F, $950. Ready 10/12. 717-842-0206.
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GOLDEN RETRIEVER/POODLE PUPPIES, black w/brown markings, b.8/17, $300. 2 YORKIEPOO, black, b.8/27, $500. Shots/dewormed. 717-786-0906.
GREAT PYRENEES PUPPIES, 8 weeks old. Livestock guardians, farm raised. Keep predators away from chickens, sheep, goats ,any livestock. They even take down coyotes if needed. They are also very calm ,loving family pets. Call/Text Martin's at 717-598-1741
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WESLEY FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC Timeshare Cancellation Experts. Over $50,000,000 in timeshare debt & fees cancelled in 2019. Get free info package & learn how to get rid of your timeshare! Free consultations. Over 450 positive reviews. 1-833-308-1971.
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SEASONAL
COAL/WOOD/PELLET STOVES & Inserts, New & Refurbished. Over 300 models in stock. $100-$800 & up. Buy/Sell/Trade. Call 717-577-6640
FIREWOOD: $200/cord. Delivery available, 1-10 cord loads. All oak - kept under roof. Call Warihay Enterprises, 717-664-0810
LOST & FOUND
FOUND AN ITEM? Place a FREE 15 word
SERVICES RENDERED
& DECK SEALING/REPAIR
By Steve, 717-892-7411
AMISH MOVING COMPANY AMISH CLEANOUTS
Will move households (will go out of state). Fair prices for Clean Outs of Attics, Basements. 717-442-3301
PROVIDE ALL YOUR TECHNOLOGY NEEDS AT AN AFFORDABLE COST.
717-983-0122
DO YOU KNOW what’s in your water? Leaf Home Water Solutions offers FREE water testing and whole home water treatment systems that can be installed in as little as one day. 15% off your entire purchase. Plus 10% senior & military discounts. Restrictions apply. Schedule your FREE test today. Call 1866-996-1526
ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debrisblocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today. 20% off Entire Purchase. Plus 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-855-791-1626
Grandfather, Wall, & Mantel Clocks Cleaned, Oiled, Repaired. We Make House Calls! Free Pick-up & Delivery 717-454-7925
GUTTERS, GUTTERS
SERVICES RENDERED
PAINTING HOUSES Painting/re-
finishing old kitchen cabinets & furniture. Also Epoxy work. 717-723-5079
STROKE AND CARDIOVASCULAR disease are leading causes of death, according to the American Heart Association. Screenings can provide peace of mind or early detection! Contact Life Line Screening to schedule your screening. Special offer - 5 screenings for just $149. Call 1-866-518-8391.
Remodel • Basements • Additions Decks • Fences, etc. We do it all! Insd./PA176621 | 717-984-3865
Tree Trimming & Removal
Land/Brush Clearing • Stump Grinding Since 1996 • 717-768-0114 SUNNYSLOPETREESERVICE.COM
EARTHWISE LANDSCAPE & TREE CARE
We use modern pruning techniques for the health & safety of your trees & shrubs. Certified arborist on staff. Also removals, storm damage, & yard cleanup. 717-626-2541 (PA 088021)
WE FIX and SERVICE
SMALL ENGINES. Complete services on Lawn mowers, etc. Pickup Available ► Call or text Dan 717-201-5741 ◄
WE TRANSFORM YOUR kitchen in less time, with less stress, at an amazing value. Since 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, and luxury countertop throughout the Northeast. Call today for a free estimate. 1-844887-5145 (PA017137).
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ITEMS WANTED
ITEMS WANTED
ALWAYS BUYING Classic, Muscle & Sports Cars Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561
CORVETTES WANTED 1953 thru 2019 Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561
DONATE YOUR CAR, truck, boat, RV and more to support our veterans! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-327-0686 today!
GET A BREAK on your taxes! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist the blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, no-cost vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Heritage for the Blind Today at 1-844-320-2804 today!
I BUY COSTUME & fine JEWELRY. 50 years experience. Pay cash. Will travel. Honest. Call Jane. 610-914-6026.
PINBALL MACHINES & ARCADES WANTED. Any condition, working or not. Call Matt: 717-538-9485, thanks.
WANTED! MOTORCYCLES & MINI BIKES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com
REAL ESTATE
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
All real estate advertised in this publication is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act which makes it illegal to advertise a preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, handicap (physical or mental) or familial status (people with children) or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. This publication will not knowingly accept any advertisement for real estate which is in violation of the law Our readers are hearby informed that all dwellings advertised in this publication are required to be available on an equal opportunity basis.
*NOTE TO OUR CUSTOMERS* When placing your real estate ad please describe the property only, not who you wish to occupy it.
Clean, Repair, Gutter Guards. Property Maint. by Steve. 717-892-7411
HANDYMAN: Painting. Power Washing. Land/Hardscaping. Fall Clean Ups, Gutters/Guards, Decks, Roofing. Mailboxes. 717-419-9855. PA047811
HAULING, JUNK REMOVAL. Bsmts, sheds, garages cleaned out. Tree brush. Odd jobs. We also move people. Free est. Visa/MC/ Disc/AmEx. 717-456-6051; 410-688-7569 CRASS HAULING
JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. For a limited time, waiving ALL installation costs! Additional terms apply. Subject to change and vary by dealer. (Offer ends 12/29/24.) Call 1844-826-2535
JUNK REMOVAL
Basements, garages, attics, appliances. Five Star Property Service, 717-278-1030
BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com
NEED TASKS COMPLETED AROUND HOME?
Let a HANDYMAN AT HOME RIGHT
REPAIR help you today! No job too small. FREE ESTIMATES Lic./Insd. 717-449-8551
PAINTING By Triple P Int/Ext, Res/Com, 30 yrs exp. FREE ESTIMATES, Fully insured Eric, 717-615-6442 PA 116089
PAINTING DONE RIGHT Int/Ext. Res/Com Detailed custom painting. 33yrs. exp/Refs. All related services, etc. 717-286-5464
SAFE STEP. NORTH America’s #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1,600 off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step: 1-833-356-1954.
For Rent
STRASBURG BORO - 1BR, 1 bath, off-st. parking, S/W/T incl., no pets, sec. dep. req. $785/mo. 717-575-3091.
