Dance, donate or adopt at this concert series
BY CATHY MOLITORIS
Looking for a purr-fect way to support a great cause?
Get down on the dance floor and support Columbia Animal Shelter when the shelter hosts its 2025 concert series.
Concerts will be held once a month beginning on Friday, Jan. 10, and concluding on Saturday, Dec. 13. “Each band is different and brings a unique sound and vibe to the event,” said Tammy Jalbert, executive director of the Columbia Animal Shelter. “In the warmer months, the concerts are held on the lawn
at the shelter, 265 S. 10th St. in Columbia, and in the winter months, there is a warehouse
“It brings people together for a shared cause, making them feel more connected to our shelter and each other.”
directly across from the shelter where we hold them.”
With the exception of the Jan. 10 concert, all performances
will be held on Saturdays. Smilo & the Ghost will kick off the concert series on Jan. 10. The band plays hard-driving folk-rock. Feb. 8 will feature a BluesFest with entertainment from Deb Callahan, Mikey Junior, Blues on the Loose and The Nobles. On March 8, a Bad Company tribute band will perform. On April 12, Maxwell Project will present its unique blend of R&B, funk and soul. The band for the May 10 concert is still being determined, but Honeypump, a rock and dance cover band, will entertain on June 14. The Collinsville Discount Band will perform on July 12,
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Crafting for a cause
BY CATHY MOLITORIS
After watching a documentary on the lack of women’s rights worldwide, Audra Peifer was inspired to take action. In 2012, she founded Binding Love, a ministry that creates and sells handmade scarves to benefit Christian-based homes for girls in Thailand. Now, you can help support this impactful mission
by attending a Binding Love workshop in Columbia.
The workshop will take place on Saturday, Jan. 18, from noon to 3 p.m. at Kindred Collections, located at 452 Locust St., Columbia. A snow date is scheduled for the same time and place on Sunday, Jan. 19. Participants will have the opportunity to design their own scarf in a fun “make and take” event. Half of
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Buzz into beekeeping
BY CATHY MOLITORIS
“I believe there’s a lot of value on learning beekeeping through a hands-on experience where other students have your same level of interest and experience,” said Mark Gingrich, Eastern Apicultural Society (EAS) certified Master Beekeeper.
With that in mind, Gingrich will hold a Beekeeper Training program in conjunction with the Horn Farm Center for Agricultural Education.
The program will kick off on Wednesday, Jan. 22, and will meet monthly through Saturday,
Oct. 11. All programs will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m., with the exception of the Oct. 11 session, which will begin at 7:30 a.m. The first three sessions will be held at the Hellam Township Municipal Building, 35 Walnut Springs Road, York, while the rest of the sessions will be held at the Horn Farm, 4945 Horn Road, York.
This is the 10th year Horn Farm has hosted the training, which began after Gingrich asked the farm about keeping bees there due to the diverse and plentiful plant life offered on the property.
“After a year, I was approached
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Proceeds from a concert series will benefit furry friends like these at Columbia Animal Shelter.
A previous scarf-making workshop
Beekeeping
about teaching a class on small-scale beekeeping,” he recalled. “The program began in 2014 with a single student. It’s run successfully every year thereafter with the class size slowly increasing to 15.”
Offering the training program is a natural fit for the Horn Farm, said executive director Alexis Campbell.
“Beekeeping is a beneficial practice that boosts local ecosystems by supporting pollination and bee populations. It also offers sweet rewards such as honey, beeswax and pollen, which can fuel a small business or be used for personal
consumption,” she shared. “As an educational organization focused on teaching regenerative practices that support sustainable living and a healthier ecosystem, we wanted to provide the opportunity for community members to learn the tradition of backyard beekeeping.”
As Gingrich explained, the Beekeeper Training program is designed as a two-year program with year one dedicated to new, firsttime beekeepers. “We start with the basics, biology, equipment and management,” he said. “Students take home a colony at the conclusion of the first season. The second year, they learn management techniques for sustainability and colony growth.”
Gingrich is the owner of Gingrich Apiaries in Dover, Pa., and he’s been keeping bees for about 25 years.
“We manage around 300 colonies for pollination, honey production and queen rearing,” he said. “The operation produces an average of 450 mated queens annually sold
across the U.S.” He serves as president of the Pennsylvania State Beekeepers Association and a founding member and co-chair for the Pennsylvania Queen Bee Improvement Project, among other groups. He is also a longtime participant in numerous USDA-funded Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education grants focused on bee genetics.
“Beekeepers are important because they actively maintain healthy honeybee colonies, which are crucial for pollinating crops and ensuring a stable food supply by transferring pollen between plants, allowing them to produce fruits and seeds,” he commented. “Without sufficient bee populations, many crops would struggle to thrive, impacting our food security.”
Programs like the Beekeeper Training provide tangible ways for people to positively impact the environment, he said.
“Backyard beekeeping is a fascinating hobby that plays a significant
“Dining with Diabetes” program set
Penn State Extension will offer the “Dining with Diabetes” series in Room 214 at the Penn State Extension York County office, 2401 Pleasant Valley Road, York, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Mondays, Jan. 27, Feb. 3, Feb. 10, and Feb. 24, 2025. A follow-up class will be held on Tuesday, May 13.
Taught by Extension educators, “Dining with Diabetes” is geared toward adults who have Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, have a family member with Type 2 diabetes, or are at risk for
developing diabetes. Each session will offer information to help manage diabetes, food demonstrations, and physical activity suggestions. There is a fee. In addition to program booklets, participants will receive the “Dining with Diabetes” cookbook and course handouts.
Attendance at all sessions is recommended. For more information or to register by Friday, Jan. 17, visit https://extension.psu.edu/ dining-with-diabetes or call 877-345-0691.
role in supporting healthy honeybee populations,” Gingrich remarked. “As people increasingly seek sustainable lifestyles and food sources, beekeeping has grown in popularity. Having a beehive at home not only enhances your garden’s vitality, but also boosts plant pollination for maximum productivity.”
He encourages anyone with an interest to enroll in the training.
“A hands-on beekeeping class offers participants an interactive and practical introduction to the world of bees and hive management,” he said. “This type of class is ideal for beginners and hobbyists looking to gain foundational knowledge and experience under the guidance of an experienced beekeeper.” For more information or to register for the training, visit https://horn farmcenter.org/beekeeper -training.
Participants in a previous Beekeeper Training class The Beekeeper Training program provides hands-on instruction.
Concert series
followed by the Kracker Beez on Aug. 9. The Sept. 13 concert will feature the Jess Zimmerman Band. Salt Hill will perform on Oct. 11, and Three Hour Tour will entertain on Nov. 8. Get Petty will wrap up the series on Dec. 13. With the exception of the BluesFest, which will run from 5 to 10 p.m., all concerts will take place from 7 to 10 p.m.
“We hold events like this for a multitude of reasons,” Jalbert said. “A concert series provides an opportunity to raise funds in an enjoyable and engaging way. Hosting an event like this helps raise awareness about our shelter and its mission. It can attract people who might not be familiar with this fantastic shelter, allowing them to learn more about our work with animals and how they can contribute.”
The concert series also fosters a sense of community, she said. “It brings people together for a shared cause, making them feel more connected to our shelter and each other,” she explained. “This is especially important for shelters that rely on community support and involvement. We also use events like these to promote our animals available for adoption, hear success stories and even be inspired to adopt or volunteer. The concert gives people an opportunity to enjoy music, relax and have fun while supporting a meaningful cause.”
Proceeds from the concerts are used to pro -
vide care for the animals entrusted to the shelter until they are adopted. Proceeds also help to offset the cost of vaccines and supplies needed to run the shelter’s low-cost spay/neuter and wellness services.
“We are pleased to let everyone know we are offering low-cost dental services for your pets and will be working with the borough to provide self-service Check the Chip stations to help reunite lost pets with their owners,” Jalbert commented. “This way, Good Samaritans can scan lost pets any time of day, every day, and help get them back home with their families without involving pet care professionals. By keeping these lost pets out of shelters in the first place, animal welfare organizations can focus on neglected or surrendered pets under their care.”
Jalbert invites everyone to come out and enjoy a concert, noting that entry is free except for the BluesFest, but there is a suggested donation amount. Food and drink will also be available for purchase at the shelter during each concert.
“People can expect a great time for the entire family while supporting a great cause,” she said.
For the outdoor concerts, people should bring their own chairs. For the indoor concerts, tables and chairs are provided.
For more information on the concert series or the shelter, visit https://colum biaanimalshelter.com.
the cost of each scarf will be donated to homes for at-risk girls in Thailand. Fabric is provided for participants, who choose the pieces they’d like to use for their scarf, explained Doreen Impink, the Lancaster coordinator for Binding Love. The organization’s designer will guide people on how to lay out the scarf, and then a seamstress will sew it together. Any scarves not completed by the end of the workshop will be sewn off-site and available for pickup at Kindred Collections on Saturday, Jan. 25.
“The workshop held last January was very popular, and we received feedback that people enjoyed designing their own scarf,” Impink shared. “People enjoyed time with friends and using their own creativity.”
Each scarf is made from upcycled fabric, sourced from thrift stores or donated by individuals and organizations. “The workshop is a great way to spend time with friends and make a unique gift for yourself or someone else,” Impink remarked. “And you are supporting a great cause at the same time.”
Proceeds benefit two homes in Chiang Rai, Thailand - Eden House and House of Refugewhich provide shelter, education, food and Bible
teaching for girls ages 5 to 17. To date, Binding Love has raised more than $40,000, directly supporting hundreds of girls in need. None of the volunteers are paid for their work, including Peifer.
“The purchase of one scarf from the workshop will provide 18 meals for a girl at one of the homes in Thailand,” Impink said. “The purchase of two scarves will provide education for one girl for a whole month. The average daily wage of a Thai person is about $11, so our dollar goes far in Thailand.”
Impink noted that if someone is interested in purchasing a scarf, but they can’t attend the workshop, there are now seven retail locations in Lancaster and Berks counties that sell premade scarves. The newest locations include Naturally Gifted by Jeri in Elizabethtown. Other Lancaster County locations include New Holland Coffee Co., Kindred Collections and Divine Consign in Manheim.
For the workshop, people are encouraged to preregister for a halfhour starting time slot to ensure a smooth flow of the day. To learn more about Binding Love and register for the workshop, visit www.binding love.org.
The Eastern York Band Boosters will hold a cash bingo on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, in the cafeteria at Eastern York High School, 720 Cool Creek Road, Wrightsville. Doors will open at 1:15 p.m., and games will start at 2 p.m. Attendees are asked to enter the school through the lower gym doors.
Tickets include six bingo cards with the option to purchase more, and a discount is available
for children’s tickets. Food will be available for purchase. The event will also include giveaway drawings, pull tickets, and more.
Proceeds will help to support the band students at Eastern York School District.
For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ easternyorkbandboosters or contact Jen Hose at 717-873-5202 or eastern yorkbb@gmail.com.
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HARTZ PT to award grants
HARTZ Physical Therapy (HARTZ PT) is celebrating its 25th year serving the community in 2025. To commemorate the milestone, the company will award grants to 25 Lancaster County charities throughout 2025. Twenty-four charities will receive $2,500, and one charity will be chosen to receive 100% of the proceeds from the 22nd annual Fall Blast 5K & Kids Color Run held every October, estimated to be $25,000.
Four selected charities will be eligible to receive one of two $2,500 grants each month during 2025. The staff of HARTZ PT, along with the business’s patients and followers on Instagram and Facebook, will play an integral role in the selection of the winners each month. If a charity is not selected during a
specific month after the vote, it will return to the selection process for a second chance.
Community members are invited to nominate charities at www .hartzpt.com/commu nity/25th-anniversary/. To be eligible for consideration for the Fall Blast proceeds, nominations must be received by Friday, Jan. 10.
The $25,000 Fall Blast beneficiary will be found among the monthly $2,500 nominees. The Fall Blast director and committee will select three finalists, which will be required to fill out an application providing specific information, such as financial details. The finalists will make a presentation on Friday, Feb. 7, to the staff members of HARTZ PT, who will then choose the winner.
Programs to feature authors
Mable honored for community service
The board of directors of Mount Bethel Cemetery recognized Ron Mable with a luncheon in his honor at the cottage in the cemetery following the November board meeting. Mable was presented with a citation from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to acknowledge his dedicated civic endeavors and his contribution to the well-being of his community.
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Susquehanna National Heritage Area (SNHA) will offer Riverside Reads, a three-part speaker series
featuring authors whose works celebrate the rich history and culture of the Susquehanna River. The programs will take place at the historic Zimmerman Center for Heritage, 1706 Long Level Road, Wrightsville. Doors will open at 6 p.m., and the talks will begin at 6:30 p.m.
At the turn of the 20th century, Mount Bethel Cemetery began to decline both in upkeep and in the number of burials. In 1994, Mable joined with more than 100 volunteers who mowed and cleaned up the entire cemetery. The next year, he became a board member, a position he held until his retirement in August 2024. In addition, he was the volunteer supervisor of the grounds for 30 years. Mable contributed his expertise in repairing and resetting stones, keeping the equipment in good working order, and attending to even the most minute detail. He also has an extensive knowledge of the history of the cemetery and those who are interred there.
In addition to aiding the cemetery, Mable is a member of the Columbia Lions Club and was named Lion of the Year for the 2019-20 club year. In 2023, he was honored by the
Columbia Education Foundation for outstanding volunteer work in Columbia, his hometown. Additionally, he has received the Jimmy Sheckard Meritorious Community Service Award, the Habitat for Humanity Distinguished Hammer Award, and the New Era Red Rose Award. Mable graduated from Columbia High School in 1953. There, he had participated in football, wrestling, and track and field, earning the title of district champion in shot put. A Millersville State College graduate, he earned a Bachelor of Science in education, majoring in geological science and minoring in history. He went on to earn a master’s degree in education administration with honors. He started his teaching career in the Columbia Borough School District as a special education and science teacher. He coached football, wrestling, and track and was the athletic director during his time there from 1958 to 1968. He then taught in the School District of Lancaster, later becoming an assistant principal and finally a principal before his retirement in 1992. He and his wife, Barbara, have been married for 65 years. They have two children, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
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On Thursday, Jan. 9, Brook Lenker will discuss his book “The Restorers.” The speaker on Friday, March 7, will be Joyce L. Kieffer, author of “The Trees Remember” trilogy. On Friday, April 4, Michael Maloney will present “Rattlesnake Colonel: Thomas Cresap, An American Paradox.”
Each event will include a talk, a question-and-answer session, and an opportunity to connect with the author. Light refreshments will be served.
Tickets may be purchased at www.susqnha .org/events or at the door. For more information, contact Sophia Vayansky, program coordinator, at svayansky@susqnha.org or 717-449-5607.
Ron Mable displayed his citation from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
Golf event raises funds for CBAA
The Play To Win Scott Bigler Memorial Golf Outing was held at the Cool Creek Golf Club on Oct. 4.
The event raised a total of $20,000 for the CBAA. A dedication ceremony was held at halftime during a CBAA football game. The CBAA donation paid tribute to Scott Bigler and gave back to the local community that Scott was so proud to be a part of.
The Bigler family shares a long history with the CBAA, as four generations have been involved in multiple aspects of the organization. Scott’s father
was a past president and coach, his mother served on the ladies’ auxiliary, and his son and daughter participated in multiple CBAA sports programs. Scott also played on the CBAA youth football and baseball teams. He was a local softball legend with a fierce competitive spirit. He encouraged his children and grandchildren to be the best they could be both on and off the field.
Currently, Scott’s grandson is a member of the CBAA C Team football team and wears his grandfather’s jersey number, 77.
Intramural soccer programs announced
The Eastern York Soccer Club (EYSC) has announced its spring 2025 season of intramural programs for U6/U8. Programs are available for boys and girls born from 2017 to 2020. Players will need to supply their birth certificate and a photo at the time of registration. The season will run from late March through early June. The soccer complex is located at Barshinger Fields on Accomac Road in Hellam.
There is a fee, with a discount for residents of Hallam Borough and Hellam and Lower Windsor townships. Families with multiple children participating will receive a discount.
For more information and to register by Friday, Jan. 31, visit www.eastern yorkrec.com.
EYSC is governed by the Eastern York Recreation Authority (EYRA). For additional information, contact EYRA at 717-487-5295 or eyrecauthority@gmail.com.
Professor to speak about avian conservation
The Lancaster County Bird Club (LCBC) will meet on Thursday, Jan. 9, at 7 p.m. at the North Museum of Nature and Science, 400 College Ave., Lancaster.
DMVA grant to benefit York County pilot program
The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) has secured a $600,000 cooperative agreement grant from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to help develop Suicide Mortality Review (SMR) programs in two pilot counties, York and Westmoreland. Pennsylvania is one of only 10 states and two territories to receive this grant.
SMR programs are conducted by county committees, which access multiple sources of clinical and nonclinical information that provide a deeper understanding of the circumstances surrounding a death. These committees then develop recommendations for action to prevent similar deaths among veterans in the future.
The cooperative agreements are part of a broader SMR program within the VA’s Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
Administration (SAMHSA) Governor’s Challenge to Prevent Suicide Among Service Members, Veterans and their Families (SMVF). The DMVA is Pennsylvania’s lead on the Governor’s Challenge, which includes 55 states and territories. Participants work to implement state-wide suicide prevention best practices and learn from stakeholders nationwide.
To learn more about the DMVA, visit www.dmva .pa.gov, www.facebook .com/padmva or www .twitter.com/padmva.
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Dan Ardia, professor of biology at Franklin & Marshall College, will present “Avian Conservation in an Urbanized Fragmented Landscape: Evolving Techniques and Developing Partnerships.”
Bird populations face increasing threats from rapid environmental change and human impacts on the landscape. Ardia’s talk will use Lancaster as a case study for how to study and conserve birds in a fragmented and urbanized landscape. Results from existing research will be combined with describing new approaches to monitor birds in Lancaster and beyond.
Ardia has been studying the effects of rapid environmental change on birds around the world and in Lancaster. He serves the ornithological community as the board chair of Avinet Research Supplies, and he is a past president of the Association of Field Ornithologists. He is also active in local conservation efforts as a member of the board of directors of Lancaster
Conservancy and Pennsylvania Master Naturalist. The meeting is free and open to the public. To learn more, call 717-856-3851 or 717-725-2717.
For more information about the Lancaster County Bird Club, visit www.lanca sterbirdclub.org, www.face book.com/lancasterbird club, or www.instagram .com/lancasterbirdclub.
Bigler family members (from left) Christine Bigler ScaritoThomas, Scott’s daughter; Kathleen Bigler, Scott’s wife; and Jesse Bigler, Scott’s son, presented a check to CBAA board members (continuing from left) Wilbur Arnold, Erik Albright, and Jon Porecca.
T.J. Eck broadcasts his passion for sports
BY JEFF FALK
He’s taking a chance. He’s putting himself out there. He’s trusting his gut.
T.J. Eck is going for it.
And why not? The Columbia native and 2008 graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School (LCHS) is a snappy dresser, he’s got the personality, he’s got the character, he’s got the support, and he’s got the background.
“It’s been quite a journey to get to where I am today,” said Eck. “My life hasn’t really panned out the way I thought it would. While I don’t always understand why things happen, I believe it’s part of a plan that’s bigger than me. Maybe I’ve been put in a certain place for a certain reason.”
“Coming out of high school, there was a part of me that didn’t know what I wanted to do,” he added. “But there’s always been something pulling me toward sports. It’s what I’ve always cared about the most.”
In the middle of November, Eck started a job as a weekend sports anchor, sports reporter and news reporter for channel 40, a Fox television affiliate in Binghamton, N.Y. In addition to shooting highlights and writing scripts, Eck’s duties include covering and reporting on Binghamton University athletics; the Binghamton Devils of the American Hockey League; the Binghamton Rumble Ponies baseball franchise, an AA minor league affiliate of the New York Mets; and local sports.
“I’m just really excited
about this opportunity and excited about doing the best I can,” said Eck, who earned a communications degree from Juniata College and a master’s in broadcast and television from Syracuse University. “I think it’s the perfect opportunity for me right now, to get back into the television industry. I do have a lot of TV experience (about 10 years). It’s what I have a passion for. It’s what I’m trained to do.”
“I’ve never thought of myself as a TV personality,” Eck continued. “I’ve always thought of myself as passionate about sports and wanting to share that with other people. I don’t try to put on a persona on TV. I have just gotten more comfortable in front of the camera.”
During the two years prior to landing his current job in Binghamton, Eck wrote about local high school and college sports for two publications in Lancaster and one in Lebanon.
The sports writing proved to be a career bridge for Eck after an illness had forced him to step away from a budding television career
that included two previous stops in Nebraska and one in Virginia.
“(The sports writing) was a much difference experience, but it got me back to sports journalism, and that was so important to me,” said Eck. “I needed something to give me that fire and purpose again. Those writing experiences were really vital for me getting back on track.”
While Eck didn’t uncover his passion for sports journalism until college, he got his footing beneath him at LCHS, where he played baseball and basketball for the Crusaders. Eck credited both a supportive LCHS staff and family upbringing for the foundations of his confidence.
“I loved my time at Lancaster Catholic High School,” said Eck, 34. “It was a great experience, and it really helped me from a work ethic standpoint. There are just high expectations at Lancaster Catholic, and that set high standards for me. It taught me the value of hard work, and it helped prepare me for what’s expected in life.”
The wonders of wintertime wildlife
BY ADRIAN ESCHENWALD
It’s no secret that most of the continental United States contains regions that are characterized by expansive wilds and stunning landscapes. Every corner of the country has a unique ecosystem that is teeming with distinct wildlife and native flora. For many centuries, the majesty of American land has been recognized by the indigenous tribes that first coexisted with wild animals and treated the natural world with sacred reverence.
From the first European settlers to modern-day tourists, nearly every America-bound voyager has been humbled by the wonders that lie between the coasts. After centuries of colonization and industrialization, the wild inhabitants of the United States have less territory to roam, but animals’ adaptation to human expansion has allowed many species to survive - and many of them can be found right in your own backyard.
Lancaster is no exception to North America’s array of
distinct wildlife and scenic landscapes. The western side of the county borders the Susquehanna River, which includes several miles of striking vistas and tall cliffs that cut into thick forests. Although you’re more likely to spot a wild animal along hiking trails and protected habitats such as Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve in Conestoga or Kellys Run Nature Preserve in Holtwood, many critters reside in the more developed parts of the county.
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Group posts astronomy program
The York County Astronomical Society (YCAS) will offer a public Starwatch at its observatory at John C. Rudy County Park, 400 Mundis Race Road, York, on Saturday, Jan. 11, from 7 to 9 p.m.
The event will begin with a screened astronomical presentation on current astronomy topics.
Guests will then be guided on a tour of the sky through one of the club’s telescopes. Attendees will be shown a host of celestial objects.
While the event is free
and open to the public, donations will help the society to continue to bring astronomical events to York County and surrounding areas.
If it is clear, all activities will occur as scheduled. In the event of extreme weather, call 717-759YCAS (9227) for notice of cancellation or visit www .astroyork.com or www .facebook.com/AstroYork.
Those who own a telescope but are not sure how to use it may schedule a lesson at the observatory by emailing info@ astroyork.com.
Art exhibits posted
The Lancaster County Art Association (LCAA), 149 Precision Ave., Strasburg, has posted two upcoming shows, which will run from Sunday, Jan. 12, through Thursday, Feb. 13. The exhibits will be open on Thursdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. Admission is free.
The Winter Membership Show will open with a reception on Jan. 12 from 1 to 4 p.m. Awards will be presented at 2
p.m. Featured will be works by LCAA members. In the Steinmetz Gallery, the works of Dan Graziano will be showcased. Graziano is a nationally known, award-winning artist who has held several workshops at LCAA over the past few years. His next workshop will be on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 21 and 22. His workshops tend to sell out quickly. For more information or to register, visit www .lcaaonline.org or call 717-687-7061.
Certain hibernating species such as groundhogs, bats and jumping mice may not emerge from their cozy caverns until spring, but winter weather often makes it more likely that you’ll find other animals in suburban yards and neighborhoods in Lancaster city. Lancaster’s non-hibernating, native creatures include foxes, raccoons, deer and multiple avian species. Many neighborhoods in West Hempfield Township are surrounded by wooded areas teeming with wildlife; residents of the suburbs need only to sit quietly in their backyards to have a good chance of spotting a herd of whitetail deer prancing past their garden shed. When it comes to garbage can burglaries and squatting under porches or in garages, smaller wild animals such as foxes and raccoons are the usual suspects.
Communities such as Willow Street and Strasburg may have less forested land than their neighbors in the Hempfield area or certain parts of the Southern End, but other factors make wildlife sightings common. Hundreds of acres of rolling farmland and busy roads often force wild animals to travel great distances through residential and commercial areas alike in search of food and shelter.
“I find winter to be a better time of year to observe wildlife,” said Lisa Sanchez, a park naturalist with the Lancaster County Department of Parks and Recreation. “There are no leaves on the trees, so you can actually see the birds in your backyard better. If we have snow or even mud, it’s a great time to follow tracks and figure out whose pawprints are in your yard.”
In February, Sanchez will host her annual maple sugaring program at Lancaster County Central Park to offer free demonstrations of the maple syrup making process, with samples included.
Every winter, Sanchez said she likes to remind people who start feeding birds to keep the feeders full until spring. Although the birds can find things to eat in the wilderness, your feathered friends who start eating breakfast in your backyard become dependent on the steady supply. “The reason you have to fill bird feeders so often is because each songbird like a chickadee needs approximately 250 sunflower seeds each day to survive the winter,” Sanchez added. “That’s a lot of seeds. I counted them to make sure once.”
The Lancaster County Department of Parks and Recreation will host two events on Sunday, Jan. 5, at Lancaster County Environmental Education Center, 1 Nature’s Way, Lancaster. The first program, Cabin Fever Hike, will take place from 11 a.m. to noon, and participants are encouraged to bundle up and bring a hot beverage for a hike led by naturalist Rachel Albright. The second program, a children’s story time activity about animals in the winter, will be held from 1 to 2 p.m.
Registration may be completed for a small fee per person before noon on Friday, Jan. 3. To register for a program, visit https://tinyurl.com/ lancnaturewinter or call 717-295-2055.
Every winter, the Lancaster County Department of Parks and Recreation hosts programs and events to educate the members of the community about wintertime wildlife habits. The department also dispatches naturalists to libraries and parks throughout the county to share information and to hold interactive programs for both children and adults. This winter season, the Lancaster County Department of Parks and Recreation’s recent program topics and upcoming subjects include the importance of feeding birds during the cold months, how to make crafts from items found in nature and wintertime hikes at various local trails and parks.
Two mourning doves inspect a freshly laid sheet of snow in a yard in Ronks.