Empathy fuels CoJoMotion Dance’s “A Season for Wishes”
BY JEFF FALK
Lititz Academy of Dance explores talents. The academy’s CoJoMotion Dance Company develops talents. “A Season for Wishes” provides an opportunity for talents to be combined for greater good.
“I hope (the student performers are) learning joy from helping others and taking their God-given talents and doing good for others,” said Lisa Kalinowski, creative director for CoJoMotion Dance Company’s “A Season for Wishes” show and owner of Lititz Academy of Dance. “I think most of us, and children, think they can’t make a difference. But when you have
so many hearts come together for good, miracles can happen. There are so many pieces, and everyone has their role. I can’t believe it’s been 20 years. That’s a lot of miracles.”
“It’s family, friendship and coming together. It’s doing God’s work in the best way possible.”
Lititz Academy of Dance’s CoJoMotion Dance Company will present its 20th annual “A Season for Wishes” performance on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 6 p.m. at Lancaster Mennonite High School’s High Fine Arts Center, 2176 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster. Tickets can be purchased online prior to the show by searching for “CoJoMotion Dance Company” on Facebook or at the door beginning at 5:30 p.m. on the day of the event.
See “A Season for Wishes” pg 2
A history lesson
Annual Veterans Day breakfast held
BY ANN MEAD ASH
As they have for many years, on Nov. 11 the Upper Leacock Township War Memorial Association (ULTWMA) held a Veterans Day breakfast in the Veteran’s Hall of the War Memorial Building, 54 W. Main St., Leola. This year, nearly 40 veterans, spouses, and guests took part in the observance.
The event was opened by ULTWMA vice president Tim Chopp, who introduced pastor Bruce Tully of Salem Evangelical
Reformed Church, Hellers. Tully offered the opening prayer, saying, “God, we are humbled by your presence with us. We thank you for your grace and welcoming spirit as we gather to honor our veterans.” Tully went on, “We are also humbled by those with us and those not here who have set aside personal lives to honor this great country. In every branch of military service, there are men and women who gave all they had that the rest of us might be kept safe.”
The prayer was followed
Zion Lutheran event supplies healthy dose of Christmas spirit
BY JEFF FALK
It’s designed to be a vehicle for purchasing holiday gift items and accessories. The Holiday Bazaar and Cookie Walk at Zion Lutheran Church Leola has come to serve a secondary purpose.
The event seems to put attendees in a Christmas frame of mind just in time for the holidays.
“It brings the community together,” said pastor Karen Larson. “People love the cookie walk. Some people look forward to seeing the vendors. But people also enjoy the food and the fellowship. People look forward to this every year.”
“There’s just a general overall feeling of joy,” said church member Patty Williams, who coordinates the bazaar. “People are just enjoying themselves. Some people just
Members of CoJoMotion Dance Company
Patty Williams (left), pastor Karen Larson (center) and Karen Adkins prepare for Zion Lutheran Church Leola’s upcoming Holiday Bazaar and Cookie Walk.
“A Season for Wishes”
All proceeds raised from the event will be donated to Make-AWish Philadelphia, Delaware and the Susquehanna Valley.
“We always say it is the most joyous kickoff to the holidays imaginable,” said Kalinowski. “It’s so celebratory. It’s family, friendship and coming together. It’s doing God’s work in the best way possible.”
The two-and-a-half-hour performance will feature a huge holiday dance extravaganza presented by 40 members of CoJoMotion Dance Company, fabulous sounds of the season, addresses from Make-A-Wish families and a separate fundraiser involving dozens of themed gift baskets.
“I love seeing our dancers and their joy and them performing for something so much bigger than themselves,” said Kalinowski. “It means so much to them. It’s beautiful to see kids have adult thinking. (The event) does so much for so many.”
The CoJoMotion Dance Company is made up of dancers in grades five through 12 from the Warwick, Manheim Township, Manheim Central, and other area school dis-
tricts, as well as Lancaster Country Day. Nearly 1,000 family members, friends, staff members and community members are expected to attend.
“(The student performers) have several performances throughout the year, but they will tell you this is the most important one,” said Kalinowski. “It’s not about them. This is for children who deserve it so much. It’s so special. As their teacher, it means the world to me that that’s their mindset. When they get to meet the Make-A-Wish families, it means so much to them. As their teacher, I’m so proud of them.”
Last year, “A Season for Wishes” raised over $50,000 for Make-AWish Philadelphia, Delaware and the Susquehanna Valley, a new alltime high. That figure pushed the total amount raised in the event’s 19 years to nearly $520,000.
“If we could (match that $50,000 amount), it would be incredible,” said Kalinowski. “The money goes toward granting wishes for kids with life-threatening conditions. We are trying to raise as much money as possible. We want to
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make as many wishes come true as possible.”
Located at 620 Paxton Place, Suite 107, Lititz, the Lititz Dance Academy was established in 2001 and offers classes in ballet, jazz, tap, modern pointe, hip-hop, lyrical and children’s combo. CoJoMotion Dance Company was formed in 2004 to offer an opportunity for serious dancers to continue to enhance their skills.
“The purpose of Lititz Dance Academy is to share the gift of dance with as many children as possible, in as loving an atmosphere as possible,” said Kalinowski. “CoJoMotion Dance Company gives students the dance company experience. This is our signature event. It’s been a legacy for so many people.”
For additional information about the Lititz Academy of Dance, go to www.lititzacademyof dance.com.
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Children’s choir plans Christmas concerts
The Mennonite Children’s Choir of Lancaster (MCCL) has announced its Christmas concert series, “O Come, Emmanuel!” Concerts will take place on Thursday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. at Lancaster Alliance Church, 210 Pitney Road, Lancaster; Saturday, Dec. 7, at 3 p.m. at Neffsville Mennonite Church, 2371 Lititz Pike, Lancaster; and Sunday, Dec. 8, at 3:30 p.m. at Historic St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 119 S. Prince St., Lancaster.
Carren Moham, renowned soprano soloist and cousin of Marian Anderson, will join the choir for several classical and gospel selections by composers such as G. F. Handel, Uzee Brown Jr., and Andr é Thomas. The concerts will begin with pieces centered on anticipation, including the Pentatonix arrangement of “O Come, All Ye Faithful.” Then the performers will present the proclamation of the Good News, including settings of traditional songs “Gaudete” and “A La Nanita Nana,” and finally, issue a joyful challenge through the texts of Dan Forrest’s “The Work of Christmas” and Caldwell and Ivory’s “Hope for Resolution.”
MCCL celebrates and honors music as a gift from God by seeking to create exceptional choral music, foster community, and develop discipline. The choir’s mission is training children and youths to glorify Jesus Christ through excellent choral singing. More than 160 singers representing 55 congregations, 42 schools, and 15 denominations participate in
MCCL’s programs. The performing choirs, for those in grades two through 12, are led by artistic director Rosemary Siegrist Blessing with directors Sarah Wingard and Galen Kauffman. MCCL is a community children’s choir program of Lancaster Mennonite School, serving children and youths from Lancaster, Chester, York, and Berks counties.
Tickets are not required, but a freewill offering will be received. More information and parking details can be found by visiting https://mennonitechildrenschoir .org/performances/, emailing mccl@lancastermennonite.org, or calling 717-455-7025.
Santa to visit thrift store
Welcome Home Thrift & More will receive a visit from Santa Claus on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its location in the IronSpire Complex, 2800 N. Reading Road (Route 272), Adamstown. The parking lot is also accessible from Stoudtburg Road. The store will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Local artisans will be on hand to share their artistic works in Welcome Home Thrift’s Oasis Artisans Room, where shoppers can find unique handmade gifts for Christmas.
Several fundraisers will take
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place during the event. Hot coffee and other warm drinks will be available for purchase to support a teen girl’s mission training in Montana. At the giving tree inside the store, patrons can make a donation to the Welcome Home Initiative, HOME International Inc.’s local outreach program, which provides assistance to individuals facing financial hardship.
HOME International Inc. aims to aid women, children, and families facing adversity in order to foster positive transformations in their lives and communities locally and abroad. Welcome Home Thrift & More is integral in supporting those in need of practical assistance locally.
For more information, contact the store at 717-336-4104 or visit www.homeinternational.org or www.welcomehomethrift.com.
Church sets
Advent concert
First Reformed Church, 40 E. Orange St., Lancaster, will present an Advent concert, “O Come, Emmanuel,” on Friday, Dec. 6, at 8 p.m. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m. The 30-minute program will feature organist Larry Hershey and trumpeter Doug Albert. The concert will include “Toccata on Veni Emmanuel” by Andrew Carter and “Variations on ‘In Dulci Jubilo’” by Denis Bedard. It will also feature the music of 21st-century German composer Hans-Andre Stamm,
See Advent pg 6
A place to warm up or cool off
BY ANN MEAD ASH
The woman resting on the sofa in a room at The Factory Ministries never expected to be homeless, but a series of occurrences beyond her control have led to her current situation. “I can come here and put my leg up and stretch out,” she said,
noting that she has lymphedema in one leg and back issues. “God provides.” Because of her unusual situation, the woman does not qualify for some area programs, but The Factory is giving her a comfortable place to relax during the day, along with other services.
“It’s important for folks to have
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a place to be regardless of what they’re eligible for,” said Shira Zimmerman, senior director of adult services with The Factory, which is located at 3293 Lincoln Highway East, Paradise. Zimmerman noted that the woman is in a service gap.
“We are working with an advocate to try to navigate that.”
Although The Factory has always helped those in need of a place to get out of the cold, the organization recently became a designated warming and cooling center recognized by the Office for the Coalition to End Homelessness of Lancaster County. “The Factory has always been about coming alongside folks who are experiencing various forms of poverty, homelessness being what I would consider one of the deepest forms,” said Zimmerman,
See Factory pg 9
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Church to host Makers Market
St. John’s Episcopal Church, 321 W. Chestnut St., Lancaster, will hold a Makers Market on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Featured items will be needlecrafts, including knitted and crocheted, quilted and sewn items; baked goods and candies; gourmet treats and made-fromscratch edible gifts; holiday decorations and greenery; gift items for children; paper art; Pet Paradise gift items; upcycled, refurbished and vintage elegance gift items; and other creative arts and crafts.
There will be an opportunity for attendees to win gift baskets and other items.
A holiday organ concert will be featured from 11 to 11:30 a.m. Refreshments, including a pizza lunch, will be offered.
Admission is free. Proceeds will benefit the food pantry and community outreach ministries of St. John’s Church.
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including “March on Wachet auf,” “Pavane (on a Provençal Carol),” and “O, How Joyfully.”
The concert is free and open to the public. For more information, call the church office at 717-397-5149 or visit www .firstreformedlancaster.org.
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by the playing of the national anthem. Each of the themes of the various military branches was also played, and veterans were encouraged to rise when they heard the song of the branch in which they had served. The attendees applauded for veterans as they stood to represent their branches. After recognizing the veterans, breakfast was served. Breakfast consisted of sausages, bacon, pancakes, coffee cake, fruit, and coffee. Following breakfast, Chopp introduced Rep. Keith Greiner of the 43rd District. Greiner opened by thanking ULTWMA president Bob Zook and his wife, Barb, and a team of volunteers for organizing the breakfast and then thanking those veterans who were present for the event. Greiner shared a history lesson on the founding of Veterans Day, which began as Armistice Day on Nov. 11, 1919, one year after the end of World War I. “In 1926, (Armistice Day) became a national day of observance, and in 1938, Nov.
11 became a national holiday,” Greiner told the group. He noted that in 1954, when president Dwight Eisenhower signed legislation, the name was changed to Veterans Day to honor those who served in all American wars.
“I thank you all for your bravery and sacrifice to ensure that peace and democracy prevailed,” said Greiner, who also went on to detail how “American forces have always been ready to respond to conflicts and injustices and to spread freedom and democracy.” He also pointed out that “World War I led to America’s rise as a super power,” adding that American troops preserved the sovereignty of South Korea and worked to try to stop the spread of communism in Vietnam, in the end helping refugees from that country to new found freedom in America. “For years we fought for stability and democracy in the Middle East and squashed terrorist organizations that threatened the United States,” stated Greiner. “In peacetime
Upper Leacock Township War Memorial Association’s Veterans Day breakfast.
or in war America has always stood ready against threats to the homeland and to support its allies.”
At the end of his speech, Greiner spoke specifically to the veterans in the room. “It is through your significant contribution and the sacrifice of soldiers who have died and the work of those who stand watch today that we all know what it means to be free,” he said. “We remember the sacrifices of those who paid for freedom with
country and the greater Leola area.
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Following Greiner’s speech, Chopp made a surprise announcement, saying, “We want to honor one of our veterans who is also part of the community.” Chopp then stated that Dean Gross would be recognized for his military service and his dedication to the ULTWMA. “Dean Gross served in the Army National Guard, and he has served the community in a lot of ways,” said Chopp, listing the Lancaster Sertoma Club, Bareville Fire Company, and the Lions Club among Gross’ volunteer efforts. Chopp added that Gross is also an ULTWMA trustee. “God bless you, Dean, and thank you for your service,” said Chopp, who presented Gross with a plaque. Barb gave Gross a crocheted red, white, and blue blanket.
Gross expressed surprise at the honor. “I really appreciate this. Thank you very much,” he said.
After special veterans’ yard flags were given away as door prizes to the attending veterans, Tully closed the gathering, saying, “May the Lord keep you. May His hand be upon your works and deeds, and may He always be your guiding light.”
The breakfast concluded with the playing of taps.
Church plans open house
Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2 W. Strawberry St., Lancaster, will celebrate Advent with a First Friday open house on Friday, Dec. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. The event will include music played on the church’s historic pipe organ and chapel reed organ. In addition, attendees may join in a Christmas carol sing-along.
Church historian Jim Gerhart will be available to chat about a display of information from Christ Lutheran’s and Cabbage Hill’s past. Refreshments will be available throughout the event, and attendees may enter a drawing for one of three Christmas dinner food boxes, each containing a 4-pound ham.
Parking is available behind the church on Lafayette Street.
Rep. Keith Greiner of the 43rd District spoke at the
Barb Zook presented Dean Gross with a crocheted blanket when he was honored for his service to his
who added that the ministry seeks to fill gaps where county or state services are not available.
“If it’s warm outside, this place is cool, and if it’s cold outside, this place is warm,” said Zimmerman, who noted that The Factory’s “comfortable space” currently moves around depending on what is happening in the building. Zimmerman stated that the center is a “place where folks living in their cars can come during the day to reset charge their phones have access to a computer … conversation, and coffee in a temperature-appropriate way.” In some cases, the homeless person may be older or have a disability that makes living in a car especially uncomfortable. “Having a place to put your feet up is big,” said Zimmerman.
“The vision is to have a designated space designed with all those elements in one place,” said Zimmerman, who said that The Factory has applied for a grant to help refurbish a space and that a decision on that appli -
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enjoy sitting here and having a cup of coffee. I think you feel welcomed and relaxed.”
Zion Lutheran will hold its annual Holiday Bazaar and Cookie Walk on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church, 18 Quarry Road, Leola. The event is free to attend, and all proceeds from the bazaar will go to Lutheran Disaster Response and victims of hurricanes Helene and Milton.
“We try to keep it very festive and fun,” said church member Karen Adkins, who helps at the event. “We try to interact with as many people as we can and make sure everyone is having a good time. I think I get more out of it than the people who come. I just think it’s a great day for everyone.”
The Holiday Bazaar and Cookie Walk will feature about 18 outside vendors and their handmade creations like jewelry, fabric crafts, soaps and bath oils, knitted items, home décor items, paper crafts, key chains, horseradish, primitives and wood crafts.
“I think almost everyone who comes in is buying gifts,” said Williams. “They might be looking for something for their homes. They’re looking for that something special thing they can’t find in a shopping store, maybe items for people who are
cation should be made by early 2025. “We have a lot of space, but it’s about how efficiently we’re using it,” she explained. It is important to Zimmerman that the new spot not isolate visitors from the daily happenings at The Factory. “A lot of the reason folks come in is for social interaction,” she said, noting that it bothers her when the room that is available for the center removes visitors from others. She hopes to locate the designated warming and cooling space in an area where interaction with clients, visitors, and staff members is common.
Zimmerman said that many people who need shelter during the day make a stop at The Factory part of their routine. She noted that people living in their cars need to run them for warmth or air conditioning, which uses fuel. She also pointed to the safety of the building. “If during this time you need to take a little nap, you can do that,” she said. “We have always said (the homeless) were welcome in
our building during operating hours.” Operating hours are from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. “Just come in and tell the receptionist (what you need),” said Zimmerman, adding that those who need to use a computer should call ahead. “We will accommodate,” she stated.
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hard to buy for.”
The popular cookie walk consists of visitors filling up boxes with holiday cookies donated by 30 members of the church. The event will also offer bake sale items, a children’s area featuring makeand-take crafts and a children’s shopping area, door prizes and Christmas tunes from church music director Kurt Benit.
Food available for purchase will include breakfast sandwiches, hot dogs with or without sauerkraut, grilled cheese sandwiches, tomato soup, vegetable soup and chicken corn soup. Some of the food items will be available to take out.
Nearly 400 people are expected to attend. Last year’s Holiday Bazaar and Cookie Walk raised more than $2,000 for local charities.
Zion Lutheran hosts a handful of community events throughout the year, including a faith-based movie event before Easter and a Water Slide Day in August, as well as a free community meal at 6 p.m. on the third Friday of every month.
“All of these are for the community, and this holiday bazaar fits in with all of them,” said Larson. “Zion is kind of known for these events in the community. They’re free to the public and a service to the community. The bazaar is more than buying and gifts; it’s about community. I just enjoy meeting people and finding out who people are and where they’re from.”
For additional information about Zion Lutheran Church Leola, go to www.zionleola.org.
Factory Ministries staff members (from left) Bethany Miller, Shira Zimmerman, and Megan Shertzer are glad the facility can offer a warming and cooling place for homeless people in the area.
St. John’s UMC sets concert
St. John’s United Methodist Church (UMC), 3001 Lincoln Highway East, Paradise, will host its annual Christmas concert, featuring the church’s own One Step Closer, on Friday, Dec. 6. The concert will begin at 7 p.m.
One Step Closer is a local Christian contemporary group, with Kathy Holcomb on vocals and Brian Gregg on vocals, guitar, and harmonica. Dave Stoltzfus will join the group again this year playing guitar and bass. The performance will include Christmas carols and classical Christmas music, and Sammi Sbarbaro will present a vocal solo in her debut performance.
Prior to the concert, at 6:30 p.m., attendees may enjoy homemade cookies, hot chocolate, and fellowship.
Brian Gregg (left) and Kathy Holcomb
The concert is free, but attendees are invited to bring single-serving nonperishable food items, such as pop-top soups and raviolis, applesauce, cereal, and instant oatmeal. The items will be given to CVCCS’ Weekend Blessings Program, which provides weekend meals to students in need in Conestoga Valley School District. For more information, visit https://cvccs.org/.
Families invited to sign up for dinner giveaway
The 38th annual Lancaster County Project for the Needy (LCPN) holiday dinner giveaway has partnered with Giant Foods and United Way of Lancaster to provide a complete holiday meal for families throughout Lancaster County on the morning of Saturday, Dec. 21.
The holiday meal distribution will take place by delivery only; there will be no pickup location.
Families must preregister for this event by Friday, Dec. 13, by calling the United Way’s 211 or 855-567-5341. Volunteers will deliver the meals.
The project anticipates distributing approximately 2,700 boxes of turkey dinners with all the trimmings to low-income families throughout Lancaster County during the holiday season.
In addition to this year’s
partnership with the United Way of Lancaster, LCPN will also continue the partnership with Conestoga Valley Christian Community Services (CVCCS), the Columbia Lions, The Factory Ministries, Mission Food Pantry, Ephrata Area Social Services, and Solanco Neighborhood Ministries’ food bank to provide meals to families in designated areas.
LCPN is still seeking donations to offset the rising costs of the groceries for the food boxes. The project relies on individual donations for more than twothirds of the resources needed to fund the food distribution. Monetary donations can be made at www.lcpn.org.
The Lancaster County Project for the Needy is a nonprofit group, relying solely on public donations and volunteers.
Flea market posted
The Upper Leacock Township War Memorial Association (ULTWMA) will host its monthly indoor flea market on Saturday, Dec. 7. 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. Featured will be seasonal decorations and Christmas items.
More than 37 vendors will offer items such as decorative glassware, toys, “Star Wars” memorabilia, cleaning and paper products, books, DVDs and LP records, puzzles, coins and other
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The hall is located next to Upper Leacock Fire Company. Parking is available at the rear of the building. Proceeds will support the maintenance of the War Memorial Building. For more information and to rent a table at the flea market, contact ULTWMA at 717-656-6154 or ultwma@gmail.com.
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Collectibles
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Miscellaneous
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NATIONAL
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SEASONAL
Call 717-577-6640
LOST & FOUND
SERVICES RENDERED
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AFFORDABLE PAINTING. Drywall Instl./Repairs, Lite Carpentry. Wallpaper Removal. Call Damien 717-940-5912 PA032157. Call for Fall/Winter Discounts
POWERWASHING POWERWASHING & DECK SEALING/REPAIR By Steve, 717-892-7411
AMISH MOVING COMPANY
AMISH CLEANOUTS
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ANDY’S DRYWALL
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CLOCK REPAIR - TRAGER 717-786-7053
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GENERAL CONTRACTOR:
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GUTTERS, GUTTERS
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ITEMS WANTED
ALWAYS BUYING Classic, Muscle & Sports Cars Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561
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Clean, Repair, Gutter Guards. Property Maint. by Steve. 717-892-7411
Winter Discount Rate for Calls Received before Christmas. SYLVAN PAINTING, LLC • 717-305-0089
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JUNK REMOVAL
Basements, garages, attics, appliances. Five Star Property Service, 717-278-1030
NEED TASKS COMPLETED AROUND HOME?
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PAINTING By Triple P
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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.
Breakfast with Santa planned at airport improvement homewinter
will bring along treats and gifts for children age 8 and younger.
Breakfast with Santa will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7, at Smoketown Airport, 311 Airport Drive, Smoketown. EAA Chapter 540 has arranged to fly in Santa and Mrs. Claus from the North Pole.
A full breakfast, including baked French toast, pancakes, eggs, and sausage, will be served from 8 to 11 a.m. Santa is expected to arrive at approximately 9 a.m. and
There is a fee, and children age 8 and younger
will be admitted free of charge. All proceeds from the event will benefit EAA Chapter 540’s scholarship fund.
