Community rallies in wake of Tollbooth fire
BY CATHY MOLITORIS
OSupporting families in need
BY CATHY MOLITORIS
In the lower level of the Columbia Borough School District offices, a community pantry provides support to families in need. Thanks to a partnership with Columbia Masonic Lodge 286, more students will have resources this coming school year.
Members of the lodge are encouraging people to donate school supplies, backpacks and other necessities to the community pantry. Donations will be accepted until Friday, Aug. 23, when they will become available for families in the district that need them.
A past master from the group’s Lebanon lodge inspired
“I was struck by the tragedy when it happened, and I immediately went to see the owners the evening of the fire,” Boltz recalled.
“I stood by and watched with them
n July 18, a fire tore through Tollbooth Antiques in Columbia, destroying the historic building and incinerating the inventory of more than 50 vendors who operate out of the space. Now the Columbia community has come together to support those in need through a variety of fundraisers. On Saturday, Aug. 31, beginning at 9 a.m., Boltz Auction Company will host a benefit auction for the Tollbooth vendors. It will feature both virtual and in-person components, and proceeds will directly support the people who operated stands in the warehouse, said Karl Boltz.
as the destruction happened. The next morning, it was clear to me that people were focusing on how sad it was that the building burned down, but they weren’t thinking much about the individual people who were affected. I wanted to bring attention to them. This is a livelihood for them, not just a hobby, and it’s been stripped from them.”
Some of the vendors had insurance to cover their inventory, but
BY CATHY MOLITORIS
Take a step back in time and enjoy living history in action when an old-time baseball doubleheader is played at Janson Park, 650 Cherry St., Columbia. The games, pitting the Keystone Base Ball Club of Harrisburg against the Monmouth Furnace from New Jersey, will start at 11 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17.
The games are played using the rules of the 1860s, complete with authentic uniforms, equipment and sportsmanship, said Mark Stewart, who plays for the Keystone team.
“The game we play is equally appealing to baseball fans and history fans,” he shared. “It’s like a 19th-century battle reenactment, except you don’t know who will win.”
Stewart noted that the game
Kimberly and Joe Coover with a flag that survived the Tollbooth Antiques fire.
Members of Columbia Masonic Lodge 286 Jorge Lopez (left), Scott Zeamer (second from left) and David Weaver (right) with Brittany Kelley
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will be recognizable to any fan of modern-day baseball, with a few key differences. Although there are three outs per team per inning and nine innings played, batted balls caught on one bounce - called “on the bound” - are counted as outs. “That rule had been challenged as ‘unmanly’ for several years and was officially changed in 1865, so that only balls caught in the air - ‘on the fly’ - counted as outs, as they do today,” Stewart said. “Even so, as a matter of pride, serious ballplayers did their best to catch balls before they hit the ground prior to 1865. We do, too.”
“By the third inning or so, it softens up slightly,” Stewart said. “Its ‘lemon-peel’ stitching is faithful to the style used during the Civil War era. Uniforms are almost identical to the ones firemen used to wear back in the mid-1800s, in part because that was one of the few jobs where everyone had to dress the same and also wear an identifying emblem.”
Stewart emphasized that players not only follow vintage rules, but they also try to use historically accurate vocabulary during a game. A batter, for example, is called a “striker.” Outs are called “hands,” and runs are called “tallies.”
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Stewart said the most noticeable difference between modern-day baseball and the vintage version is that old-time players did not wear gloves since the gear didn’t come into regular use until the 1880s. “Members of the Harrisburg Keystones and Monmouth Furnace will all be playing bare-handed and, yes, controlling a hard-hit or hard-thrown ball involves varying levels of skill and pain,” Stewart commented. “The twohanded ‘clam shell’ technique was the style of the day and it still works.”
The ball is the size and weight of a standard baseball with a bit more give, he said, and the same ball is used for all nine innings.
It’s also tradition for every player to use a nickname, Stewart said, noting that members of the Keystones go by monikers including “Bullet,” “Grumpy,” “Stumbles,” “Meatloaf” and “Three-Fingers,” which is Stewart’s nickname.
The Keystone Base Ball Club of Harrisburg formed in 2010, and the team features players who range in age from teens to people in their 60s. “An actual team with the same name played in Harrisburg in the 1860s and 1870s,” Stewart noted.
“It was formed by Samuel D. Young, a railroad superintendent who is buried in Columbia at Mount Bethel Cemetery. He played a key role in moving soldiers and supplies around Pennsylvania and Maryland during the Civil War and was celebrated as a great hero.”
There is no admission charge for the doubleheader, and fans are encouraged to bring their own food, drinks and seating. Free Italian ice will be available to children age 12 and under, provided by the Janson Foundation in celebration of its 100th anniversary. A food vendor will also be on-site selling hot dogs, snacks and drinks.
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The game is organized by the two ball clubs and hosted at Janson Field by the Janson Foundation. The Catholic War Veterans and Columbia Historic Preservation Society are among the other local supporters, as well as the Columbia Public Library. The library will host a presentation on 19th-century baseball in Pennsylvania on Thursday, Aug. 15, at 6:30 p.m.
For more information on the Keystone Base Ball Club, visit https://key stonebbc.com.
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The Giant Company’s team of dietitians shared five solutions to help families simplify food preparation for back-to-school lunches. First, parents should get their children involved. Have children make a list of their favorite foods from each food group - starch, protein, vegetable, fruit, and dairy - and get them excited by bringing them to the store to shop for their favorites. Together, parents and children can build a balanced lunch, making sure children have one item from each of the five food groups. Ideas for a balanced lunchbox include English muffins, sliced ham, carrots, strawberries, a cheese stick, wheat crackers, hummus, sugar snap peas, clementines and nonfat Greek yogurt. Second, lunches should
contain protein. Protein helps keep stomachs full and minds focused. When thinking about breakfast, lunch and snacks, include quick and easy foods like lunch meat, cheese, nut butters, Greek yogurt or hard-boiled eggs.
The third tip is to get colorful. Colorful fruits and vegetables provide a variety of nutrients. Entice kids with daily color challenges to encourage produce variety. For example, Monday’s lunch can focus on red foods, Tuesday’s meal can feature orange foods, and so on.
Fourth, parents should stock convenience items. Be prepared with pre-sliced apple packs, granola bars, applesauce pouches and trail mixes available for graband-go after-school snacks, and load up on frozen
waffles and pancakes, fruit cups, oatmeal pouches and drinkable yogurts for easy breakfasts.
The fifth tip is to make dinner easy. Balanced dinners do not have to be elaborate. Keep it simple on busy weeknights with tried-andtrue winners like breakfast for dinner or sandwiches with no-cook sides.
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Members of the Keystone Base Ball Club and the Monmouth NJ Furnace
many did not, he said. “This auction is a way I can help them regain some comfort and get them back on their feet as quickly as possible,” he noted.
Boltz encourages the community to donate quality household items, collectibles and antiques for the auction, and he added that Trimbys Moving Service has offered moving services for items at no cost. People are also encouraged to purchase a gift card from a local restaurant or business to be auctioned off, he said.
Through the years, Boltz has held a number of benefit auctions, and he sprang into action after the fire. “This is a natural way my brain works,” he said. “I thought, ‘What’s the most important thing that can be done right now?’ The immediate response in my mind was to get these people the help they need. These people are our friends, our neighbors. They are the people who are bringing other people into Columbia and driving the local economy.”
Boltz emphasized how impressed he was by the efforts of local firefighters and first responders who battled the blaze. After the fire, he was on-site when one of the vendors, Kimberly Coover, showed him an American flag from her business, Utopia Home and Garden, that had somehow survived the destruction.
“We lost everything,” said Kimberly’s husband, Joe. “The day after the fire, a member of the Craley
Fire Company called us and told us they had found this flag and wanted to keep it to put it on display at their firehouse.” Ultimately, the Coovers decided the flag, blackened but not destroyed, should be displayed at the warehouse as a symbol of resilience. It will feature a banner thanking local first responders for their efforts in fighting the fire.
Efforts to raise funds for rebuilding the warehouse are also underway. Alan and Fiffer Raush have organized a GoFundMe page seeking donations. It can be accessed at https:// tinyurl.com/2bh8je9h.
Dave Zahm, owner of Bully’s Restaurant and Pub in Columbia, has pledged to donate 10% of meals on Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout the month of August to the vendors. He and his chef, Bobby Schoelkopf, have also organized a collection of cash and gift card donations, which will be distributed evenly among the vendors at the end of the month.
Boltz said the loss of Tollbooth Antiques will be felt well beyond the local area. “I have customers who come from Maryland, Texas, South Carolina, and they shared with me their memories of Tollbooth,” he said. “This is a devastating loss for Columbia.”
Donations for the benefit auction may be dropped off at Boltz Auctions, 3601 Columbia Ave., Lancaster. For more information, call 717-392-4257.
First Capital FCU hosts pool party
First Capital Federal Credit Union (FCU) and the FirstCap Gives Back Foundation hosted a pool party for their members on July 24 at the Green Valley Swimming Pool in York.
All credit union and foundation members were invited to the event;
previous pool parties were specifically for First Capital FCU’s youth members. One hundred forty members participated in the event, which also featured a guest appearance by DownTown, the York Revolution mascot.
First Captial FCU executives in attendance at
the event included Lisa Barshinger, executive director of the FirstCap Gives Back Foundation; Renae Morgan, business development specialist; and Tara Houser Minetos, senior vice present of marketing.
The Touchstone Foundation recently awarded Youth Mentorship Partnership funds. This new program supports training to allow staff members and volunteers to become mentors for youth mental wellness in Lancaster County. The Touchstone Foundation has awarded a total of $47,000 to Bench Mark Program, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region, and Court
Fire destroyed Tollbooth Antiques, home to more than 50 vendors.
Attendees at the pool party included (from left) Renae Morgan, Lisa Barshinger, DownTown the mascot, and Tara Houser Minetos.
Susquehanna Folk Festival slated
The Susquehanna Folk Music Society will present the fifth Susquehanna Folk Festival from Friday to Sunday, Aug. 9 to 11, at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts, 50 N. George St., York.
The festival will showcase international and local folk music and dance, with an eclectic world music lineup ranging from Cape Breton fiddle to Appalachian and Venezuelan fusion. In addition to performances, the event will include jams and family activities.
Concert artists will include Cape Breton fiddle and dance performers Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy,
Texas swing group Hot Club of Cowtown, Afro roots and blues musician Hubby Jenkins, Appalachian and Venezuelan musical pioneers Larry & Joe, Jewish roots group the Klezmatics, and local emerging artists. Dance performers will include the Contra Rebels with caller Bob Nicholson, the Dead Sea Squirrels with caller Janine Smith, and swing dancing with Chelsea Reed and the Fair Weather Five.
For the first time ever, elements of the festival will be offered free to the public. Free events will include family activities provided by York County Libraries, the Emerging Artist Showcase and
Archive Challenge presented in association with the American Folk Life Center at the Library of Congress, and morning and early afternoon concerts by musicians such as Bobbi Carmitchell and Tanjo & Crow.
The morning festival events are free. For more information and to purchase tickets for activities, visit https://appell center.org or https:// sfmsfolk.org/festival or call 717-846-1111.
The festival is made possible through grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and York County Convention & Visitors Bureau and the support of the Appell Center for the Performing Arts.
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Free backpacks and supplies offered through Tools 4 School
BY CATHY MOLITORIS
Helping to lessen the financial burden of buying school supplies, members of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Marietta will hold the Tools 4 School giveaway on Saturday, Aug. 10. The giveaway will take place at the church, 1290 River Road, Marietta, from 9 to 11 a.m.
Suzette McCarty, who is organizing the event, said the faces of the students who come in are unforgettable.
“You can see how much the students - and the parents - appreciate it,” she noted. “School supplies are expensive, and when you have a family with two, three or more students, it really hits them hard.”
year for the giveaway, which is always well-received by the community, McCarty said.
plies as well.
More than 150 students received backpacks and school supplies last year.
“We want to be sure everyone has tools to help them succeed in school,” McCarty remarked. “This is a great opportunity to help students get ready for school.”
Tools 4 School is one of the main ministry programs at Zion. The church also hosts Prime Time, held at noon on the first Tuesday of the month. Open to adults in the congregation and the community, the program provides lunch followed by bingo with prizes.
Volunteers may use their own vehicles or drive VisionCorps’ company cars. Assignments can range from short to longer appointments and could take place in an urban or rural setting. Drivers are given choices for their assignments and can choose to participate when it is convenient for them.
For more information, contact Linda at lconyers @visioncorps.net or 717-205-4116.
Students of all ages are invited to come to the giveaway and get what they need. “Students first pick out a backpack. We have different colors and different sizes,” McCarty said. “Then they go down the line of school supplies filling their backpacks. We have pocket folders, (paper) tablets, colored pencils, crayons, markers, pencils, pens, rulers, erasers.”
Students may also browse used books and select a free book or two.
This is the church’s 16th
There is no registration for the giveaway, she noted, adding that people can just show up on the day of the event. Supplies and backpacks are donated by congregation members, as well as community members and organizations. Zion’s fraternal insurance agency, Thrivent, provides financial assistance to purchase sup-
Both Prime Time and Tools 4 School allow the church members to play an active role in Marietta. “It’s important to Zion to reach out and connect with our community,” McCarty said.
Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church holds worship services at 10:15 a.m. on Sundays. For more information, visit www.zionmarietta.org.
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Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Lancaster County.
Bench Mark Program is a strength-based family of mentors supporting highly at-risk youths through community-based intervention and diversion initiatives. Using the funds from the Touchstone Foundation, the program will seek to enhance the effectiveness of mentoring services available to at-risk youths within Bench Mark Program’s open gym, where both individual and group services are available.
An estimated 47 youths will receive mentoring.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region’s evidence-based program creates and supports one-to-one mentoring relationships. The new funds will support the organization’s High School Bigs Program for elementary and middle school students in need of a special mentoring friendship; the students
have demonstrated the need for enhanced social skills or feel isolated from their peers.
An estimated 100 youths will receive mentoring.
CASA provides a court-appointed volunteer advocate to every child who is abused and neglected to ensure children have a safe, nurturing, and permanent home.
The organization’s Older Youth Mentorship Project will provide advocates with mentorship training so they can assist older youths in becoming self-sufficient, independent adults. The program will seek to bridge the barriers to success and connectivity to the community.
An estimated 275 youths will receive mentorship support.
In total, the three organizations estimate they will serve 422 Lancaster County youths with mentoring in the coming year.
Last year, the Touchstone Foundation completed a
youth listening tour and parent feedback survey, which revealed that many youths welcome the opportunity to connect with a trained, safe, supportive adult mentor. The three partner organizations will seek to ensure youth safety through mandated reporter training to prevent child abuse, complete Youth Mental Health First Aid training for adults working with youths, and ensure that mentors understand trauma-informed care to support youth growth and development through adversity.
The Touchstone Foundation’s mission is to elevate youth mental wellness in Lancaster County. The foundation seeks to build the talent pipeline in mental health care, increase access to youth mental health services, and create awareness and education about youth mental wellness.
Members of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church invite people to Tools 4 School.
Scout leaders win awards
The Susquehanna District of Scouts BSA’s Pennsylvania Dutch Council held its annual awards dinner on June 12 at Ascension Lutheran Church in Willow Street. The event recognizes leaders who have exemplified the Scouting ideals and program in their Scout units or leadership within the district. The Susquehanna District covers Columbia, Conestoga Valley, Eastern Lancaster County, Hempfield, Lampeter-Strasburg, Manheim Township, Penn Manor, Pequea Valley, and Solanco school districts and School District of Lancaster.
During the dinner event, Duane Gregg received the District Award of Merit, the top volunteer award the district can present. He has been the Scoutmaster of Troop 28 since 2003 and Cubmaster of Pack 28 since 1994, and he has earned the Cubmaster Award. As a youth, he was a staff member at J. Edward Mack Scout Reservation from 1984 to 1988. He received the Eagle Scout Award in 1985.
Outside of Scouting, Gregg is a life member of the Paradise Fire Company, having served for 37 years; a member of the Paradise Sportsman’s Association; a certified Pennsylvania Game Commission hunter/ trapper instructor; a member of the Paradise Parks and Recreation Board; and a confirmed member of St. John’s United Methodist Church.
Other volunteer leaders received awards, as well. These were the Spark Plug Awards, presented to Justin Bond from Pack 82, Chad Cauler from Troop 56, Bob Martin from Troop 146, Amanda Rippley with Pack 37, and Chris Specht with Troop 83, as well as Lauren Bowen, Christine Ginnett, Joelene Martin, and Dawn Williams with the Susquehanna District. Leader of the Year awards were presented. The recipients in Scouts BSA, the youth program for boys and girls ages 11 to 17, were Dave Martin of Troop 84 and Drian Shimp of Troop 56. The recipients in Cub Scouts, the program for those in kindergarten through fifth grade, were
Matt Vazquez, Pack 37; Edward R. Carvell Jr., receiving the Commissioner of the Year award; Troop 84’s Chet Bowen, who was named Committee Member of the Year; and Troop 48’s Greg Martin, recognized as the Scouter of the Year.
The Susquehanna District also presented the Commissioner Key to Greg Martin and the Commissioner Arrowhead Award to Martin, Mike Williams, and Chris Yost. Veteran Awards were presented to Williams and Yost in recognition of their 30 years.
The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) provides a youth program of character development and values-based leadership training designed to help young people be “Prepared. For Life.” The Pennsylvania Dutch Council provides support and Scouting opportunities for more than 2,600 youths in Lancaster and Lebanon counties. The council partners with 130 community organizations and has more than 2,800 active adult volunteers.
BSA programs are divided by age and activity. In addition to Cub Scouting and Scouts BSA, the programs are coed Venturing and Sea Scouting for young men and young women ages 14 to 20 as well as career-oriented, coed Exploring programs for youths ages 10 to 20. For more information, contact the local Scout office at 717-394-4063.
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Scott Zeamer, Columbia’s worshipful master, to create the local fundraiser.
“They had started doing a backpack and school supplies fundraiser for their district (in Lebanon), and it had really taken off,” Zeamer recalled.
The Masons got in touch with Columbia Borough School District administrators, who connected the organization with Brittany Kelley, home and school visitor for the district.
Kelley’s job includes working with families experiencing homelessness, serving as the foster care liaison for the district and operating the community pantry. She was happy to partner with the Masons to offer even more support to families.
“I have at least three families a week who use the pantry,” Kelley said, noting that the pantry includes shoes and clothing for people of all ages as well as nonperishable food items and bedding supplies such as air mattresses and pillows. At the end of this past school year, the district had identified 130 students who were homeless or experiencing transitional homelessness, she said.
The pantry relies wholly on donations from individuals, businesses and organizations. “If I’m lucky, sometimes we’ll have diapers and wipes to give out,” Kelley said. “It really depends on what we get. People can donate items, or they can donate funds to purchase items.”
For their fundraiser, the Masons created an Amazon Wish List of needs. It can be found at https://amzn.to/3y8xx5j.
Supplies that are needed the most include pocket folders with three prongs, three- to five-subject notebooks, mechanical pencils, manual pencil sharpeners, pencil boxes or cases and backpacks.
Items will be stored at the pantry, and as needs arise, families can come in, choose a backpack and fill it with school supplies.
“Our goal is to remove as many barriers as possible,” Kelley said of the pantry’s mission. “We don’t have control over a lot of things, but we want to make sure we do what
we can to help. If those barriers are removed, people can have that sense of belonging, and they can focus on some of the bigger things while we can take the edge off of some of the smaller things.”
Kelley noted that the pantry relies on a variety of community partners, including the Masons, to fulfill its mission. Volunteers from Manor Church helped to install shelves for clothes, and members of Reality Church organized and sorted clothing. Additional collaborators include Off the Streets, the Pennsylvania Furniture Mission and Hands Across the Street.
For the Masons, a project like this fits perfectly with the organization’s vision.
“Since the Columbia Masons moved their lodge back to Columbia in late 2022 … we have been looking for ways to make an impact in the community,” shared David Weaver, assistant treasurer, adding that the organization also gives back to students through scholarships given annually to high school seniors. “The Masons are here to help support the community of Columbia. This is the first annual fundraiser, and we plan to have this be one of our marquee fundraisers that we hold every summer going forward. The goal is to grow and expand the fundraiser every year as we move forward.”
For more information on the school supply drive, contact Kelley at 717719-0296 or Weaver at david.weaver.columbiano .286@gmail.com. Donations may also be made in person at a drop box located at Hinkle’s Restaurant, 261 Locust St., Columbia.
Duane Gregg
JLL sets Cornhole Classic
The Junior League of Lancaster (JLL) will hold the third annual Cornhole Classic, a family-friendly community event, on Sunday, Aug. 18, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Kissel Valley Farm, 645 E. Oregon Road, Lititz. The rain date for the event is Sunday, Aug. 25.
The event will include live music, local artisan vendor stands, a silent auction, and a giveaway drawing. Children may enjoy inflatables, a petting zoo, and face-painting stations. Beer and wine from Thorn Hill Vineyards and Raney Cellars Brewing Company will be available for purchase via cash or PayPal. Food will be available from a variety of local food trucks, including Gourmet Julie’s Way and Mr. Ice Cream Kid.
Attendees may compete in an organized cornhole tournament hosted by Keystone Cornhole ACL. The champions will receive a cash prize. Online registration to participate as an individual or on a team will be open until Thursday, Aug. 15. Walk-in registration will remain available for interested players until 3 p.m. on the day of the event.
While there is no admission fee, individuals and families are encouraged to contribute a donation to the JLL, which will support the organization’s community service programs and projects. The JLL’s current focus is on nutrition accessibility. To learn more and to preregister for the tournament or become a corporate or private sponsor, visit www.jllancaster.org/ the-cornhole-classic/.
For more details, contact the special events committee at specialevents @jllancaster.org.
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GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES, AKC, vet checked, dewormed, shots, 1 yr. health guarantee, $695. 717-529-3762.
MINI GOLDENDOODLE PUPS, cute Teddy bears! Red, parents on premises, extra small, ready 8/14, shots/dewormed, $450. 717-529-3824.
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ONE SHIH-POO PUPPY, male, black and white, very friendly, good w/children, $300. 484-645-2354
RAGDOLL KITTENS, TICA reg., 3M/2F, vet checked/shots, blue eyes, cute, great pets, $850, David: 610-273-7925
Sporting Goods
BODY-SOLID HOME GYM, 3 feat. $1,000 obo. Call/text 717-216-6137 for photos
GUNS WANTED INSTANT PAYMENT
1 gun or collection - will travel Kinsey’s Outdoors, 717-653-5524
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SERVICES RENDERED
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
A+ AFFORDABLE LANDSCAPING! 717-208-2265. SPRING CLEANUP, MULCH, EDGING, TRIMMING, PLANTING, SM. TREE/SHRUB REMOVAL. Sr. Discount!
POWERWASHING POWERWASHING & DECK SEALING/REPAIR
By Steve, 717-892-7411
AMISH CLEANOUTS
Attics • Basements • Junk Removal Great prices! 717-205-6067
AMISH MOVING COMPANY
Will move households (will go out of state). Fair prices for Clean Outs of Attics, Basements. 717-442-3301
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
BUSHES PROFESSIONALLY TRIMMED & pruned. Hedges, shrubbery, ornamental plants aesthetically maintained. No job too small. Spring clean-up, mulching, light landscaping. 717-405- 8733
CHIMNEY FALLING APART! WALLS NEED REPOINTED on Your HOUSE, BUILDING or BARN! WE CAN HELP YOU! WE CAN HELP YOU! Fix Your Bricks, LLC Fix Your Bricks, LLC Danny, Danny, 717-342-9039 717-342-9039 | Lic. & Ins.
CLOCK REPAIR - TRAGER 717-786-7053
CUSTOM GARAGE & POLE BUILDING construction.Need more storage/vehicle space? Call Harvest View Construction LLC and get a free quote. 7177192199 PA HIC #153032
DRYWALL & PLASTER REPAIR, warr. work; Prompt, clean, neat, prof. Satisfaction guar. 717-951-5077, MasterPlaster.
ELECTRICAL SERVICES
Master Electrician. Panel/Service upgrades 100/200 amp. Repairs, lights, receptacles, fans, electrical heat, mini split heatpumps. Ins. Free est. PA030435, 717-371-1392
ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING forever! LeafFilter, The most advanced debrisblocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today. 20% off Entire Purchase. Plus 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-855-791-1626
EXPERIENCED HANDYMAN PAINTER • PLUMBING • ELECTRICAL CARPENTRY • DECKS. Insured. 717-324-3335 Text or Call Matt.
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
HARDWOOD FLOOR REFINISHING & INSTALLATION Since 1996. Affordable. Superb work. Licensed. woodfloor.simdif.com 717-468-1164
HAULING, JUNK REMOVAL. Bsmts, sheds, garages cleaned out. Tree brush. Odd jobs. We also move people. Free est. Visa/MC/ Disc/AmEx. 717-456-6051; 410-688-7569 CRASS HAULING
HOUSE WASHING BY ME
Removal of black stains off roof & exterior cleaning. 717-424-8504
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 1-844826-2535
JUNK REMOVAL
Basements, garages, attics, appliances. Five Star Property Service, 717-278-1030
NO SPRING CHICKEN HANDYMAN SERVICES, LLC LICENSED & INSURED CALL BILL AT (717) 309-6001
NOSPRINGCHICKENHANDYMAN@OUTLOOK.COM HOME REPAIRS & RENOVATIONS PAINTING, DRYWALL REPAIR PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL HANDRAIL INSTALLATION WALL-MOUNTED TV'S CEILING FANS PLUS MORE!
PAINTING BY MR. NEIL Residential Specialist. Int. & Ext. Also PLASTERING, Wallpaper Removal, & Custom Staining, 717-871-0110.
PAINTING DONE RIGHT Interiors. Exteriors. Detailed clean custom painting services. Res/Com. Refs. PA126393. 717-286-5464
ROOFING ~ Amish Quality
10 yr. workmanship warranty. Lic. & Ins. EDGE VIEW ROOFING, 717-940-0501
SAFE STEP. NORTH America’s #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1,600 off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step: 1-833-356-1954.
STROKE AND CARDIOVASCULAR disease are leading causes of death, according to the American Heart Association. Screenings can provide peace of mind or early detection! Contact Life Line Screening to schedule your screening. Special offer - 5 screenings for just $149. Call 1-866-518-8391.
STUMP GRINDING
Free estimates. Insured. Call or text Mitzel’s Stump Grinding 717-858-9347
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)
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SMALL ENGINES. Complete services on Lawn mowers, etc. Pickup Available ► Call or text Dan 717-201-5741 ◄
WE TRANSFORM YOUR kitchen in less time, with less stress, at an amazing value. Since 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, and luxury countertop throughout the Northeast. Call today for a free estimate. 1-844887-5145 (PA017137).
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GUTTERS, GUTTERS Clean, Repair, Gutter Guards. Property Maint. by Steve. 717-892-7411
ALWAYS BUYING Classic, Muscle & Sports Cars Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561
