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Riverfest will honor region’s heritage

BY CATHY MOLITORIS

“Each of the river towns - Columbia, Marietta, Wrightsville - has qualities and quirks that make that community unique,” said Megan Salvatore, visitor services manager for Susquehanna National Heritage Area (SNHA). “The three towns are great on their own, but as history has showed us, when they come together, they are extraordinary. They are better together.”

Everything unique about these river towns will be in the spotlight during Riverfest, an annual event to celebrate the Susquehanna River. Riverfest will be held from Friday, June 28, through Sunday, June 30, in and around the river.

“The goal of Riverfest is to showcase our place in American history and in its future as a recreation haven,” said Hope Byers, vice president of visitor engagement for SNHA. “The river has long held significance to the local people and that remains the same today.”

Highlights of Riverfest include the Bridge Burner Challenge. In the multi-sport event, close to 100 racers will retrace the steps of the people who burned the bridge over the Susquehanna River connecting Wrightsville to Columbia in an effort to prevent the advance of Confederate forces into Lancaster County during the Civil War.

“Heritage tours, lectures and other heritage-based programming showcases

different moments in Civil War history, putting the spotlight on the region’s unique history,” Salvatore said.

This year, organizers have expanded activities for the whole family and for people with all interests, said Sophia Vayansky, program coordinator for SNHA. “We’ve managed to connect the burning of the bridge story to our local cemeteries, markets, geology, ecology and more,” she stated.

Riverfest will kick off on June 28 with live music from singer-songwriter Sarah Fiore as well as kids’ activities from 5 to 8 p.m. at Columbia Crossing River Trails Center, 41 Walnut St., Columbia. Tours of the river on the historic Chief Uncas will be

BY CATHY MOLITORIS

Cars, trucks, motorcycles and more will come together on Saturday, July 6, for the third annual East Prospect Vehicle Benefit Show. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the East Prospect ball field at the corner of Meisenhelder Road and Sunrise Lane.

This year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, said

organizer Barry Strayer. “We are having industry-related vendors along with sponsors setting up stations to show you their products and detailed information on their businesses,” he explained. “We have expanded our vehicle display spaces to 12 by 25 feet to accommodate everyone with room to move and set up canopies for shade. Kickstand boards are available for our motorcycle entrants.”

BY CATHY MOLITORIS

Abigail Harvey is the perfect example of the adage, “Think globally, act locally.” The owner of Fount and Fill in Columbia believes one person can make a difference when it comes to environmental impact.

“We are dealing with things I remember hearing about in science class in second grade - the ozone layer, our carbon footprint,” she said. “I was concerned about it then. Now, more

than ever, more people are aware of how our behavior affects the environment.”

With that in mind, Harvey started living a low-waste lifestyle in 2019, replacing plastics with glass containers and purchasing reusable items instead of one-time-use products such as paper towels.

“It really started more out of necessity,” she recalled, noting that she was living in a small apartment in Lancaster city at the time and she loathed taking

Riverfest will feature activities on and around the Susquehanna River.

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offered, as well as a bus trip with the African American Historical Society of South Central Pennsylvania, and tours at the First National Bank Museum and Susquehanna Riverlands State Park. Columbia businesses will be open late on June 28 as part of Fourth Friday. Saturday, June 29, will feature events including the Bridge Burner Challenge, a kids’ bucket brigade at 10:15 a.m. and a recreation expo with more than 20 organizations and businesses that work along the river in Columbia River Park from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Experts from the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County, Marietta Old Town Hall Museum, Rivertownes PA USA, the Columbia Historic Preservation Society and SNHA will offer insights into the area’s history through tours and lectures throughout the weekend. A Marietta Riverfest Pub Crawl will feature bands and beer and will take place on June 29

from 1 to 6 p.m.

Sunday’s festivities will include lectures from the Friends of Lebanon Cemetery about local African Americans who defended the country, walking tours and a screening of the film “Glory.” The Burning of the Bridge Diorama and Museum, operated by Historic Wrightsville Inc., will be open for visitors, and the organization will sell pork dinners and sandwiches as a fundraiser.

The Ignite Finale will wrap up Riverfest, beginning at 3 p.m. on the lawn at John Wright Restaurant, 234 N. Front St., Wrightsville. Stone Biskit and Abigail’s Garden will entertain, and at 7 p.m., Leroy Hopkins will present a talk about the African Americans who defended the bridge in 1863. At 8:40 p.m., Riverfest will conclude with a performance by the Teine Guardians and the lighting of piers on the Susquehanna, representing the bridge burning.

A full listing of Riverfest events and details may be found at https:// riverfestpa.com.

Pulled pork dinner slated

Vehicle show

The show is open to all types of vehicles, and a total of 12 awards will be given out, including prizes for original and modified vehicle, jeep, truck and motorcycle; antique motorcycle; antique truck or car; best of show; and people’s choice.

All proceeds from the event will benefit the York County Department of Veterans Affairs, a government agency that aids veterans and their families in maximizing benefits to improve quality of life.

Food vendors will be set up at the show, and music will be provided by DJ MissT. Two photographers will be on hand for individual entrant shots, to take special requests and for pictures of all the class winners. Kids’ activities in the adjacent park will include story times and a coloring contest with prizes for the winners in four age groups.

Strayer came up with the idea for the show when he was looking to create a community event to bring people of all ages together.

“The first one turned out to be so well received by both the community and the surrounding area, we are continuing annually on the first Saturday of July,” he said. “My original

idea was just for a fun day, but it has since turned into a lot more. First of all, our proceeds go to help the veterans that have sacrificed so much for us. The show affords participants something locally to do, to meet their neighbors and make new friends with the same passion they have.”

Strayer said he’s particularly proud of the way the show has introduced young people to a wide range of vehicles and owners.

“Our goal is to have everyone represented at the show and expose kids to all types of fun organizations, to hopefully get them interested in the correct way, be it off-roading, racing or just competitive showing of a restored vehicle,” he said. “I call it ‘visual reality, not virtual reality.’ This is something they can use all five of their senses and interact with those that are passionate with what they do. It just might spark an interest in them to get involved.”

Preregistration for people who wish to show their vehicles is available for a discount until Monday, July 1, by contacting epcarshow123@ gmail.com. Same-day registration will begin at 8 a.m.

“Keepers of the Kingdom” VBS set

Historic Wrightsville Inc. will hold a pulled pork dinner fundraiser on Sunday, June 30, at 3 p.m. in the parking lot of John Wright Restaurant, 234 N. Front St., Wrightsville. Tickets include a pulled pork sandwich, baked beans, and coleslaw. Sandwiches only will be available at the event from 3 to 6 p.m. or until sold out. Preordered dinners must be picked up by 5 p.m. To order tickets, call 717-586-3298.

Christ Church Yorkana, 5 Main St., Yorkana, will host a “Keepers of the Kingdom” vacation Bible school (VBS) from Monday to Friday, July 8 to 12, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The program is for children age 4 through those who have completed sixth grade.

The VBS will include songs, crafts, Bible lessons, games, Bible verse memory games, and snacks. Each child will receive a backpack. Offerings will be received for Heifer International, and the greater the dona-

tion total, the more Pastor Jason will be “tarred and feathered” at the closing ceremony on July 12 at 11:15 a.m. Children who have perfect attendance will be entered in a drawing for a gift card to Go ‘N Bananas. Those who register before Sunday, June 30, will receive a free T-shirt. Children may be registered using the Church Center app. For more information, call 717-757-3998 or visit christchurch5main@ ymail.com.

multiple bags of trash down three flights of stairs. “I wanted to have only one bag of trash a week.”

She used glass containers to refill products, taking advantage of a local market that offered bulk items such as laundry detergent and dish soap.

When she and her husband, Jacob, moved to Columbia, she missed the market’s proximity, and she thought about going into business for herself, focused on providing refillable and environmentally friendly products.

She participated in in the Idea Incubator program through ASSETS in Lancaster, graduated from the program in 2022, and launched her business with a series of pop-up locations in the county.

She currently has a permanent stand at Columbia Market House, 15 S. Third St., and also works as the executive director of the Lebanon Valley Conservancy.

From the beginning, she also wanted to create a mobile refilling business, bringing access to low-waste living to more people. “I wanted to be able to do home deliveries, where people set their bottles out and I come and refill them, kind of thinking of the milkman model,” she said.

She recently launched home refill services, offering customizable options for how often and how much people need.

At her market stand, she partners with women-owned, U.S.-based businesses that share her passion for environmental stewardship. Customers can purchase one of her glass containers or bring their own to fill up on household products such as all-purpose cleaner or personal-care products

Library sets activities

Kreutz Creek Library (KCL), 66 Walnut Springs Road, Hellam, will offer programs and services to the community. For details and registration, call the library at 717-252-4080 or visit www.yorklibraries.org.

July 29. People of all ages may share a photo of their creations as a comment on the Facebook post or email it to kreutzcreeklibrary@ yorklibraries.org, and the winner will be announced on Monday, Aug. 5.

such as shampoo. She also sells environmentally friendly items such as dryer balls and pan scrubbers.

A 2012 graduate of Penn Manor High School, Harvey grew up as a self-described “tree hugger.” She still enjoys getting outside as much as possible with her husband and their dogs.

She emphasizes that anyone can adopt the lowwaste lifestyle and fit it to fill their unique needs.

“We hear all these negative things, all these scary things about the environment. It’s all doom and gloom,” she said. “It’s important to see that there are things we can do as individuals. It’s not our fault or our responsibility to make up for all the things that got us into this mess, but I do think we can make a difference in our community and our impact on the environment, at least locally.”

From there, she said, change can have a ripple effect.

“If we can make a difference in our local environment, that can go statewide, and then that can go larger than that,” she explained. “It only takes one person to start doing something new, and then it becomes the new way to do something.”

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The SummerQuest program is underway, offering activities to keep everyone learning, reading, and being physically active from June to August. This year’s theme is “Adventure Begins at Your Library.” To be eligible for prizes, register at http:// yorklibraries.beanstack.org with a library card. Materials are available for pickup at the library. For more details, visit www.yorklibraries.org/ summerquest.

Donations of books will be accepted at the library on Tuesday, July 9, from noon to 6 p.m. and on Thursday, July 25, from noon to 6 p.m. KCL’s upcoming programs include Baby and Toddler Story Time for children from birth to age 3 on Wednesdays, July 24 and 31; Kindermusik for children birth to age 3 on Wednesday, July 10; and Preschool Story Time for children ages 3 to 5 on Fridays, July 12, 19, and 26. These programs will run from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., and reservations are required.

Fun with Phoe(nix) Story Time and Craft will not be held in July. The program will resume in August.

Wisconsin author Amber Sawyer will lead a story time and a craft on Thursday, July 11, from 1 to 2 p.m. for children age 6 and up. She will read her book “Love to Race” about her harness racehorse. Books will be available for purchase.

Fun-in-it Storytelling will present “Christina Katerina and the Box” by Patricia Lee Gauch on July 25 from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Storyteller Beth Rebert will share a story about a little girl who sees the potential in a simple cardboard box.

Reptile Smiles will present its Radical Reptiles program on Wednesday, July 17, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Attendees will meet a variety of live reptiles.

Builder’s Club, for children ages 6 to 12, will be offered on Thursday, July 18, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 20, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

A new themed Lego challenge will be posted on the library’s Facebook page each Monday morning through

Activities for tweens ages 9 to 11 will be offered on Tuesdays, July 9 and 16, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The Danger Club will meet on July 9, and Library Squad will gather on July 16.

Little House at the Library will continue from 1 to 2 p.m. on Wednesdays, July 10 and 17. This year marks 50 years since the pilot episode for “Little House on the Prairie” aired on NBC. During the library program, participants will read the book and celebrate this children’s literature classic with Jeremy Young of Historic Wrightsville Inc. The program is for children ages 9 to 11, and preregistration is required.

LEAP Into Science: Design It, Build It will provide an opportunity for kids ages 6 to 11 to try different building methods on Tuesday, July 23, from 2 to 3 p.m. Kyle

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Summerfest will offer food and music in a picturesque setting Celebrate July Fourth with Marietta Fireworks

BY CATHY MOLITORIS

Nothing says summer like an outdoor concert. Toss in time with friends, tasty food, beer and wine, and you’ve got the recipe for a perfect night out. Nissley Vineyards will host its annual Summerfest concert series on Friday and Saturday evenings from July 5 through Aug. 31. Concerts will be held on the lawn at the vineyard, 140 Vintage Drive, Bainbridge.

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Summerfest will kick off on Friday, July 5, with a concert by PopScotch. The band performs pop, rock and funk music. On Saturday, July 6, Bunchafunk will entertain. The group plays rock, jazz and funk. Additional highlights include Mama Tried, a high-energy variety dance band, on Saturday, July 13, and the Kracker Beez, a rock and dance cover band, on Friday, Aug. 30.

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“We are one of the area’s longest-running outdoor music venues, with 2024 being our 42nd season,” said Jonas Nissley, general manager. “It’s a beautiful, relaxing setting to be enjoyed by dancers, music lovers, wine lovers, beer lovers and anyone who enjoys live music in a relaxing, picturesque environment.”

New this year, Nissley will feature family-friendly Friday nights, when milkshakes and non-alcoholic slushies will be served, and face painting will be available. Saturday evening concerts are for people age 21 and up.

Adding the family nights will help bring the Summerfest experience to even more people, Nissley said. “We want to be able to share our venue with people of all ages,” he explained.

“For many years, children were welcome at our lawn concerts. Later in life, those kids started attending our concerts as adults. We want our venue to be a place where different generations of the same family can enjoy what we offer.”

To find bands for the summer concert series, Nissley staff members scout local shows in search of top talent. Many of the performers have been entertaining at the vineyard for

Each concert will also feature food trucks. On July 5, food will be available from Brotherly Love Scratch Kitchen, Wich Way Sandwiches and Scoop O’Dough. On July 6, food will be provided by Nano Burger, Brewster’s Bar-B-Que and Pretzel Spot Café.

Guests are also welcome to bring in their own food, Nissley said. Nissley wine will be available for purchase, along with beer from Moo-Duck Brewery.

People are also invited to bring lawn games to set up on the macadam lot, and concert-goers should bring lawn chairs or blankets to enjoy the music. Concerts are held rain or shine unless there is substantial, sustained rain.

Summerfest concerts offer a perfect escape where rows of ripening grapes, shady woods around an old lime kiln and a stone-arch winery provide a beautiful backdrop, Nissley said.

“The venue is a perfect place to gather friends and family or create a romantic night out,” he shared. “It’s the right balance of fun and relaxing.”

For a complete list of concerts and for more information, visit www.nissleywine .com/summerfest or follow Nissley Vineyards on Facebook.

BY CATHY MOLITORIS

Marietta Fireworks will present its annual display on Thursday, July 4, but for Gary Schatz and other volunteers, the show is a year-round endeavor.

“I pay attention to what other people do and look around to see what’s available,” Schatz said. “I see our supplier on and off all year, and we toss ideas around. I look at it like, ‘Can I do that? What does it take to do that?’”

The fireworks will be shot off from Donegal Intermediate School on River Road in Marietta beginning at 9:15 p.m. or when conditions permit, and this year’s show promises to be as impressive as ever, Schatz commented.

“We’re going to be about half an hour again this year,” he said, noting that about 70% of the show is programmed electronically, while 30% is shot off manually.

Several things make Marietta Fireworks unique, he said, including the organization’s nonprofit status, its long history in the community - dating back to the late 1950s - and the nature of the show. He noted that the show includes a variety of fireworks, effects and a meticulously planned design.

“We also do something rare for a local show. We do what’s called a 360 show,” he added. “We try to be entertaining to anybody that’s out in kayaks or boats watching, in town watching or anybody that’s east, west, north or south of us.”

Two great spots to watch the show in Marietta are

War Memorial Park, 344 E. Walnut St., and Community Bible Church, 331 Anderson Ferry Road. The church will host a family-friendly event beginning at 4 p.m., featuring close to 20 food trucks, live music from Common Vine from 6 to 8 p.m. and kids’ activities. Putting on the fireworks

People enjoy a lawn concert at Nissley Vineyards.

Marietta Fireworks will blast off at 9:15 p.m. Thursday, July 4.

Ashby will lead.

Giant Jenga Teen Game Night is scheduled for July 9 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

A Teen Anime Watch Party will be held on July 16 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Zines for Teens has been set for Tuesday, July 30, from 4 to 6 p.m. Zines are small, handmade magazines that give people a way to share their thoughts on any subject that matters to them. In this program, teens will learn about the culture of zines and create their own. Copies can be made to trade and collect. All supplies will be provided.

Manga Book Club for teens will take place on July 20 at 1:30 p.m. This program will occur after the library is closed to the public. Only teens attending this program will be allowed inside.

The Spoiler Alert! teen group will not meet in July. Meetings will resume in August.

Project-based volunteering for people ages 12 to 18 is also available. For more details or to offer an idea for a project, contact kreutzcreeklibrary@york libraries.org or Kayla at 717-252-4080.

Design Your Own T-shirt will be offered on Monday, July 15, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and on July 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. Participants should bring a plain, white

or light-colored, 100% cotton T-shirt. Pillowcases and canvas bags may also work.

Drawing for All will be offered on July 11, 18, and 25 from 2 to 4 p.m. for people age 10 and up, including adults. Artist Robert Oughton will share a variety of drawing techniques. Participants should bring something to draw on and something to draw with.

Stitch and Chat groups, for knitters and crocheters, will meet on July 18 from 6 to 7:45 p.m. and on Tuesdays, July 2 and 16, from 1 to 2:45 p.m.

Reiki Meditation with Miranda will take place on Saturday, July 6, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

York Chess Club, for people of all ages, will be held on July 2, 9, and 16 from 6 to 8 p.m.

The Green Thumb Garden Club will meet on July 11 at 6:30 p.m. Melanie Markowski will present “Cool Lightning Bugs and Spiders in Your Landscape.”

The Cookbook Discussion Group will meet on July 25 at 6 p.m. Attendees are asked to bring a prepared dish related to the theme “Berries” and a copy of the recipe. Reservations are required.

The Friends of Kreutz Creek Library will meet on July 23 at 5:30 p.m.

SNHA announces Miele as senior project leader

The Susquehanna National Heritage Area (SNHA) has announced the hiring of Peter Miele, effective Monday, July 8. Miele will serve as the new senior project leader for the Susquehanna Discovery Center project at the historic Mifflin site.

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display is a labor of love for Schatz, who started creating fireworks displays with the Marietta Jaycees in the 1980s.

“It’s in my blood. It’s my passion,” he said. “I really enjoy the design, trying to get an idea of what to put together.”

Marietta Fireworks operates with an all-volunteer committee, and Schatz noted that community support makes the event possible. Putting on an extensive fireworks display is an expensive endeavor.

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“We get a lot of support from the clubs, organizations and businesses around town,” he said. “I think the people in Marietta have every bit as much passion for this as what we do. We have a lot of donors, including individuals, who support us. We always hear, ‘You’re the best fireworks around.’ You try not to let that go to your head.”

For more information on Marietta Fireworks, visit https://mariettafireworks .org or search for “Marietta Fireworks” on Facebook.

Emo Dance Party planned

Switchboard Studios and Gallery, located on the second floor of Columbia Kettle Works, 40 N. Third St., Columbia, will host an Emo Dance Party on Friday, July 5, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. The event is open to people age 18 and up, and guests are encouraged to wear emo attire. There is a cash cover charge at the door, and attendees will have access to a private bar with themed drinks.

DJ Madastrophic hosts a dance party every first Friday at Switchboard Studios. New themed nights will be announced for August and September. Madas has worked as a DJ for eight years and formerly held a residence at La Piazza in Lititz.

For more information on this event and others at Switchboard Studios, visit www.switchboardstudios andgallery.com.

Miele will primarily be responsible for coordinating the planning, design, development, and funding of the Susquehanna Discovery Center & Heritage Park (SDC). SDC is a more than $20 million, five- to 10-year, multi-phase initiative to redevelop the historic Mifflin house and farm near the Susquehanna River in Wrightsville as a new gateway visitor destination. The site includes 90 acres of scenic and historic landscape and buildings associated with Underground Railroad and Civil War history.

Until Sunday, June 30, Miele will continue to serve as the president and executive director of Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center, where he has worked since 2014 to restore, preserve, and maintain national historic Civil War properties, architecture, and historic legacies of Seminary Ridge. Miele’s work experience also includes positions at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania and Northern Valley Regional High School in Demarest, N.J. For more information about the Susquehanna National Heritage Area, visit www.susqnha.org.

Joel Madas, known as DJ Madastrophic, will provide music by Panic! at the Disco, Paramore, Blink182, and others.

Accordion group sets meeting

The First Lancaster Accordion Group (FLAG) will meet on Sunday, June 30, at Zion Church of Millersville, 317 N. George St., Millersville. The meeting will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. For additional details, contact Miranda Hoffman at 717-940-4762.

Common Vine will entertain at a pre-fireworks concert.

Dehydration collaboration

BY JEFF FALK

World hunger isn’t a food shortage problem. World hunger is a logistical difficulty, a supply problem.

Working together, a pair of local nonprofit organizations have come up with a solution that is making a real difference in addressing the global problem. The key to their successful solution is an innovative approach to the process of food dehydration.

“The problem isn’t that the world doesn’t have enough food; it’s the distribution,” said Jeremy Frith, the CEO of Barnabas Aid, an international nonprofit headquartered in Lancaster. “We’re trying to address that problem. It’s a distribution issue, but it’s also an educational issue. We need a change of mindset. We have so much food and people don’t think about it, and when it goes into landfills, it creates problems. That food could be feeding somebody.”

Near the end of 2022, Barnabas Aid, which is located at 80 Abbeyville Road, Lancaster, approached Blessings of Hope, 500 Becker Road, Leola, about the possibility of donating a $90,000, 20-square-foot commercial food dehydration unit to its ministry. Fresh fruits and vegetables are placed in the unit, which preserves the produce’s nutritional value and extends its shelf life by five years.

From the process, the organizations concocted a dehydrated soup mix that can provide one meal for

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“Our ministry’s mission is to help suffering Christians around the world,” said Frith. “The goal is to get food to places where it’s basically nonexistent. We’re feeding people who need food. We’re doing it because we’re directed to do so in the Bible. We want to help as many people as possible. The suffering in the world is getting worse. We have a duty to help our brothers and sisters the best we can.”

In November of 2023, the Barnabas Aid-Blessings of Hope collaboration sent out its initial container load of donated food - valued at $250,000 - to Haiti. The second container load of donated food is currently being prepared for shipment to Cuba.

“In the United States, an estimated 80 billion pounds of food is wasted each year, which equates to 242 pounds per person,” said Frith, a resident of Lancaster. “Forty percent of America’s annual food supply is wasted. When we go to a restaurant, we get huge portions of food. But it’s not just a United States problem. A lot of food is wasted in the Western world. Globally, 1.3 billion tons of food is wasted each year.”

Frith said that Blessings of Hope receives so much donated food from farmers, supermarkets and distributors that it is sometimes forced to turn it away. Unused food usually ends up as animal feed or is

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BOXER PUPPIES, 2 White, 2 Brindle, 5 Fawn, ready 7/3. $250, 717-529-6067

Sporting Goods

GUNS WANTED INSTANT PAYMENT

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Blessings of Hope staff member Paula Sentgeorge loads produce into the nonprofit’s commercial food dehydration unit.

Miscellaneous

NEED IRS RELIEF $10K-$125K + Get Fresh Start or Forgiveness. Call 1-877-7051472. Mon. through Fri. 7am-5pm PST.

WANT A GREENER lawn? TruGreen’s your go-to for a tailored lawn care plan. Act now and get 50% off your first service with a purchase of an annual plan. Call us at 1-844-634-1742 to learn more.

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GARAGE SALES

NOTICE: It is recommended that you begin your garage or yard sale ad with the town, then street address, dates & times.

MULTI-FAMILY - LANCASTER, 951 IVY DR., 6/27, 6/28 & 6/29, 7am1pm. HH, JD mower, motorcycle parts & accessories. Something for everyone!

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AGING ROOF? NEW Homeowner? Got Storm Damage? You need a local expert provider that proudly stands behind their work. Fast, free estimate. Financing available. Call 1-888-878-9091.

ATTENTION OXYGEN THERAPY USERS! Discover oxygen therapy that moves with you with Inogen Portable Oxygen Concentrators. FREE information kit. Call 1-866477-9045.

BATH & SHOWER updates in as little as 1 DAY! Affordable prices - No payments for 18 months! Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & military discounts available. 1-877-543-9189.

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DIRECTV STREAM - Carries the most local MLB Games! Choice Package $89.99/ mo. for 12 mos. Stream on 20 devices at once. HBO Max included for 3 mos (w/Choice Package or higher.) No contract or hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-859-0405.

DON'T LET THE stairs limit your mobility! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-833399-3595.

DONATE YOUR CAR to Veterans Today! Help and Support our Veterans. FastFREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800-245-0398.

ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING Forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debrisblocking gutter protection. Schedule free LeafFilter estimate today. 20% Off Enitre Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-833-610-1936.

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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 8/25/24. Call 1-844-501-3208.

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WATER DAMAGE CLEANUP: A small amount of water can cause major damage to your home. Our trusted professionals dry out wet areas & repair to protect your family & your home value! Call 24/7: 1888-872-2809. Have zip code!

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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A+ AFFORDABLE LANDSCAPING! 717-208-2265. SPRING CLEANUP, MULCH, EDGING, TRIMMING, PLANTING, SM. TREE/SHRUB REMOVAL. Sr. Discount!

AFFORDABLE CONCRETE New • Repairs • Replacement 30+ yrs. exp. Call: 717-224-8603

ANDY’S DRYWALL Interior Remodeling, Hanging, Finishing, Framing, Painting, Basements, Additions, Insured. PA 022669. 717-587-4102

BRADY'S PAINTING WALLPAPERING specialists. Res/Com. Painting, wood finishing, wallpaper, pressure washing, custom deck, complete remodeling. Free est. Insured. Tim, 717-653-8586

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CLOCK REPAIR - TRAGER 717-786-7053

CONCRETE FLOOR COATINGS in DURALAST, EPOXY, METALLICS. We also offer Vinyl plank floor install. TRUFLOORS | 717-687-1300

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Removal of black stains off roof & exterior cleaning. 717-424-8504

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ROOFING ~ Amish Quality

10 yr. workmanship warranty. Lic. & Ins. EDGE VIEW ROOFING, 717-940-0501

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STUMP GRINDING SERVICES

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A DRYWALL COMPANY Hanging, Finishing & Repairs KENT SAUDER, LLC Text/Call: 717-989-2069

A PLUS SERVICE SPINELLO HOME IMPROVEMENTS Roof & siding repair, painting, kitchen & bath remodeling, decks, no job too odd or too small, references, insured. PA031727. Call Mike Spinello, 717-464-5466

GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Additions, Siding, Replacement Windows & Doors. 15 Yrs Exp. Sylvan Miller - 717-468-2693

HANDYMAN: Painting. Power Washing. Land/Hardscaping. Spring Clean Ups, Gutters/Guards, Decks, Roofing. Mailboxes. 717-419-9855. PA047811

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 ◄

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ITEMS WANTED

ALWAYS BUYING Classic, Muscle & Sports Cars Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561

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

BUYING UNWANTED HEATING OIL 40¢/ga. - will pick up. 717-587-7315.

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

PCA&D posts summer classes for adults

This summer, the Center for Creative Exploration (CCE) at the Pennsylvania College of Art & Design (PCA&D) will offer an array of adult enrichment and professional development opportunities. Classes in fine art, creative writing, design, and more will be available for people of any experience level, including beginners. The classes will be hosted on weekday evenings, on occasional Saturdays, and online.

Book pre-release event posted

Vortex Books and Comics, 477 Locust St., Columbia, will host a prerelease event for “Beyond the Bounds of Infinity: An Anthology of Diverse Horror” on Saturday, June 29, from 1 to 4 p.m.

The forthcoming anthology of diverse horror includes stories by Mary SanGiovanni, S.A. Cosby, L. Marie Wood,

and Jessica McHughalongside newer voices like Cassius Kilroy, Jessica L. Sparrow, and Vicky Velvet. Content ranges from Taíno folk horror to the horror of identity in a world that does not understand.

Attendees at the event may meet some of the authors, get a copy of the book, and ask questions.

Professional development classes will include “Design for Belonging,” “Finding Your Voice: Establishing Your Writing Style for Creative Writing or Nonfiction,” “Professional Development for Creatives: From Resumes to Interviews Workshop,” “Art Support: 2D Animation Pipeline - Understanding the Industry,” and “Larger Than Life: Intro to the Music Industry for Indie Artists with T Mack.”

Classes for beginners will include “Art Support: Intro to Procreate,” “Poetry Intensive With Sir Dominique Jordan,” “Summer-Inspired Relief Printmaking,” “Winter in July! Tree Mosaics,” “Last Words: A Legacy, Grief & Memoir Writing Workshop With Author Garrett Drew Ellis,” “Walk and Write: Meditative Writing at Demuth Gardens,” “Cultural Exploration: Puerto Rican Cabezudos (Papier Mache Heads),” and “Papermaking Exploration.” To register, visit www .pcad.edu/cce.

Barnabas Aid

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“We knew the partnership would work,” said Frith. “Blessings of Hope has so much food coming in. A lot of it is food that’s going to go by the wayside if not used.”

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“It’s been great to have this partnership,” said Frith. “Blessings of Hope

has the facilities, and they also have the volunteers. We have the international connections. We know where the food is needed. It enables our participants to realize they are really making a difference. It’s a way for Americans to feel they’re part of the solution, not part of the problem.”

“Now what we want to do is scale this up,” Frith added.

For additional information about Barnabas Aid, go to www.barnabasaid.org/us.

FAITH BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 151 Donnerville Rd., Lancaster (one block south of Columbia Avenue). Pastor: Keith M. Long. 8:45 am Sunday School (with nursery and classes for children, youth and adults); 10:15 a.m. SundayWorship Service (with nursery and children’s church). Wed.: 6:30 p.m. AWANA Clubs (K6); Wed.: 6:30 pm Youth Group 717-285-1900. www.faithbfc.com

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ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH: Sixth & Locust St., Columbia. Pastor: Rev. Richard Whitesel. In-Person Worship Schedule: Wed. 10:15 am, Sun. 10:15 am. Sunday service is also available on Facebook live & YouTube. Holy Eucharist at all services. Handicap accessible. Meals on Wheels ministry 717-684-4244, church office 717-6842763.

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