Collaboration draws pretzels and the library together
BY CATHY MOLITORIS
Last school year, Kayla Wilkinson was working on a homeschool lesson about Pennsylvania with her sons when she had a lightbulb moment. The board member of Columbia Public Library took her boys to Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery, 219 E. Main St., Lititz, for a tour and thought perhaps the pretzel bakery and the library could collaborate so more people could enjoy the hands-on tour.
She brought the idea to library director Heather Beury, who worked with Sturgis general
manager Michelle Curtis and owner Tim Snyder to create a pass that can be checked out of the Columbia Library entitling up to four people to a free tour of the bakery.
“Michelle brought up the idea of the collaboration to me, and I thought, ‘I go to the library all the time,’” Snyder said. “It’s a good idea.”
The Columbia library introduced the pass in September, and it will be available to check out from the day after Labor Day through the day before Memorial Day each year. It’s valid for up to four admissions and although it
is housed in Columbia, it may be checked out for one week through any branch by anyone with a valid Lancaster County library card.
“The pass gives them a 25-minute historic tour and a pretzel twisting exercise,” Curtis said, explaining that the Sturgis bakery dates to 1861 and is the oldest commercial pretzel bakery in the country. “They get to hear the history of Julius and how he started the bakery. They get to twist a pretzel and learn the significance of the shape and the meaning behind it. They also get to learn all of the traditional processes we use.”
Lending a hand at the Columbia Dream Center
BY CATHY MOLITORIS
Inside Columbia Presbyterian Church at the corner of Fourth and Locust streets, dreams are becoming reality. The Columbia Dream Center staff members and volunteers are working hard to provide opportunities for people in need through a variety of programs, and their efforts are flourishing.
“We have jammed a lot of stuff into this church,” explained Jenn Hollinger, outreach coordinator for the center. “We used to have a separate building for our shelter, but now everything we do is under this roof. We do not have one square inch of extra space.”
The Columbia Dream Center hosts a food pantry, provides shelter space for men and women, serves free lunch on weekdays,
See Dream Center pg 2
Lantern Tour will bring history to life
BY CATHY MOLITORIS
When Rivertown Theatre Productions presents its annual Haunted Lantern Tour, expect a mix of history and spookiness. “This year’s tour is very unique in the fact that it’s not as lighthearted and lively as our themes have been in the past,” said Sara Mimnall, owner of Rivertown Theatre Productions and producer and director of the tour. “While there are moments of comedic relief, the tour has a very mournful vibe.”
The tour, called “The Afflicted,” will be offered on Fridays, Oct. 18 and 25; Saturdays, Oct. 19 and 26; and Sunday, Oct. 20. Tours will run every half hour beginning at 6:30 p.m. with the final tour stepping off at 9:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 8 p.m. on Sundays. Attendees will meet at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 616 Locust St., Columbia, and will travel through Mount Bethel Cemetery.
“The title and theme of this year’s tour, ‘The Afflicted,’ really
See Lantern Tour pg 5
Heather Beury (left) and Tim Snyder with the library pass at Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery
Volunteers prepare items for the Columbia Dream Center’s food pantry line.
DISPLAY AD CUSTOMER SERVICE:
Phone: 717-492-2530 • Fax: 717-492-2580
SUBMIT CAMERA-READY ADS TO: sales@engleonline.com
SUBMIT CLASSIFIED ADS ONLINE AT: bit.ly/epcclassifieds • classifieds@engleonline.com
The Merchandiser reserves the right to reject any advertisement. The Merchandiser assumes no financial responsibility for any typographical errors in advertisements but will reprint that portion of an ad in which error occurs. Advertisers submitting artwork and images for use in advertisements assume all liability in regards to trademark and copyright infringements.
Persian Cat Vintage to open in Columbia
Persian Cat Vintage, 256 Locust St., Columbia, will hold a grand opening on Friday, Oct. 11, from 4 to 9 p.m. The vintage clothing, antique and collectible store is owned by Justin Ilkhanoff. Also on hand at the co-op event will be Traveling J’s Food Truck, also owned by Ilkhanoff. This is the second location for Persian Cat Vintage, which specializes in
goods ranging from the 1940s to the early 2000s. Ilkhanoff said his goal is to connect customers with a piece of the past that they will then give a new home, story and purpose at an affordable price.
To learn more, visit @persiancatvintage on Instagram or search for “Persian Cat Vintage” on Facebook.
Dream Center
operates a resource center and houses a clothing bank.
As Hollinger explained, the center moved its shelter into the church in April of 2023. The move cut the shelter’s size in half, and the space can now only accommodate 16 adults.
the Restart Day Center, offering access to computers and help with finding resources such as housing or jobs. Downstairs in the building, a clothing bank provides free items to men, women and children.
We encourage civic and fraternal groups, schools, churches, Scouting groups, and other local organizations to submit news releases of general interest to the majority of our readership. Primary consideration is given to dated articles of an informative nature–activities and events of local interest sponsored, presented, or planned by area organizations and institutions. Related photographs of good quality are encouraged also, but complete picture identification must be included. Undated articles of general interest are used as space permits. All articles must contain a contact name and telephone number.
CIRCULATION/DISTRIBUTION:
PHONE: 1-800-800-1833 ext. 6014
EMAIL: circulation@engleonline.com Mailed outside our circulation area for $36/year. Engle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc. | PO Box 500, Mount Joy, PA 17552
Talk to focus on protecting assets
A free presentation, “Protecting Your Assets and Yourself,” will be offered on Thursday, Oct. 17, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Senior Com -
mons at Powder Mill, 1775 Powder Mill Road. York. Jay Metzbower Jr., a lawyer, will explain the different types of legal documents that people need to help ensure that their wishes are honored in the future.
“Columbia has the second-highest homeless rate in the county,” Hollinger said. “Lancaster city is first, and then here. It’s a dream to be able to do a family shelter, because there is a great need here, and we are looking for a shelter building. It just hasn’t manifested itself yet.”
On the other side of a divider from the shelter, volunteers set up the food pantry for guests to use once a week, either on Tuesday evenings or Wednesday mornings. People complete a self-declaration of need and do not need to live in Columbia to use the pantry.
“They come through the line and pick up what they need,” Hollinger said, noting that items vary depending on what she can get from the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank, Blessings of Hope and local businesses that donate items. In a typical month, the pantry serves close to 900 families.
Preparing the church, which dates to the 1880s, to house the Dream Center required extensive renovations. “In the sanctuary, we pulled out all the church pews,” Hollinger said. “We pulled out the old red church carpet and put in new flooring. We brought in chairs to use for church.” Work is ongoing, with painting projects and kitchen updates on Hollinger’s wish list.
“Our kitchen is from the 1950s, but we make it work,” she said, noting that the center added a convection oven two years ago. “This kitchen was built for church dinners where you serve maybe 100 people. This summer alone, we were pumping out 300 to 400 lunches. We’d like to renovate it, but it’s an involved and expensive project. We were quoted $80,000 for just a new range hood.”
To register by Wednesday, Oct. 16, call 717-7410961 or email dadams@ powdermill.com.
Mondays through Fridays, the Columbia Dream Center provides lunch for area residents through a soup kitchen that features a hot meal four of the days and a bag lunch on Wednesdays. “Our soup kitchen numbers continue to grow,” Hollinger shared. “We did over 4,000 lunches last month.”
The Columbia Dream Center used to operate as Hands Across the Street but rebranded once it became an affiliate of the original Dream Center program based in Los Angeles. It now operates as a ministry of Columbia Presbyterian Church.
In the church sanctuary, the Dream Center operates
The Columbia Dream Center also serves as a Power Packs affiliate, providing free food to families in the Columbia Borough School District on a weekly basis.
The community can help to support the Columbia Dream Center with monetary donations or donations of items such as hygiene and cleaning products. Volunteers are also always needed.
Mostly, though, Hollinger wants to spread the word about what the Columbia Dream Center is doing to help the community.
“It’s surprising how many people live in Columbia and have no idea that we are here,” she said. “We could help them if they need help.”
For more information on the Columbia Dream Center, visit https://colum biahas.org.
scan this code for more local news townlively.com
Justin Ilkhanoff welcomes shoppers to the vintage store’s second location.
Plans for bridge project available online
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) plans to rehabilitate the Route 462 Columbia-Wrightsville Bridge connecting York and Lancaster counties along Route 462 over the Susquehanna River. The project is anticipated to improve mobility and safety for bicyclists and pedestrians and address structural deficiencies on the bridge.
Information, including roadway plans and an interactive comment form, can be found by visiting www .penndot.pa.gov/Regional Offices/district-8/Pages/ default.aspx, clicking on Public Meetings listed under the District Links heading, and choosing the York County box.
The project team will accept comments through Thursday, Oct. 17, at 11:59 p.m.
The Columbia-Wrightsville Bridge, also known as the Veterans Memorial Bridge or Route 462 Bridge, was opened to traffic in 1930 and connects York and Lancaster Counties along Route 462 over the Susquehanna River. The bridge contains 48 spans, is 1.26 miles long, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In addition to vehicular traffic, the bridge is open to pedestrians and cyclists and serves as PA Bike Route S.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) propose
a comprehensive bridge rehabilitation project. Studies of the bridge began in 2016, and the scope of work for the project includes addressing structural deficiencies that have occurred naturally over time; improving connections for cyclists and pedestrians accessing Columbia Borough’s Northwest River Trail and River Park by adding wayfinding signs and pavement markings; improving connections for cyclists and pedestrians accessing Wrightsville Borough’s Mason-Dixon Trail and Riverfront Park by adding wayfinding signs, pavement markings, and sidewalk improvements; improving the Wrightsville Borough five-point intersection of Routes 462 and 624 (Hellam Street) with North and South Second streets by constructing a roundabout; adding a traffic-calming central median at the eastern end of the bridge on Route 462 at the North Second Street intersection; and providing lighting improvements above the bridge deck to enhance traveler safety during the annual mayfly season.
The project was scheduled to begin construction in the spring, but structural deficiencies were identified during a biannual bridge inspection in June 2023. As a result, PennDOT posted a 10-ton weight restriction on the bridge and developed an interim bridge repairs project. The interim project was intended to
Fashion show fundraiser slated
The Women’s Symphony Association (WSA) will hold its annual Fall Fashion Show Fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 2, at 10 a.m. at the Eden Resort, 222 Eden Road, Lancaster.
This year’s event will feature a runway show with fashions provided by A Touch of Taste in Lititz. In addition, guests may enjoy a gourmet brunch prepared by the Eden Resort’s culinary team, a giveaway drawing of items and experiences, and music provided by participants in the WSA’s Youth Instrumental Competition.
improve areas of concern, and construction work was anticipated to be completed by the fall of 2024. The repairs will not remove the weight restriction, but they are intended to keep the bridge from a full closure until the future permanent bridge repairs work can occur.
As a result of the significant change in the condition of the bridge, PennDOT has revised the project scope to include more extensive rehabilitation. The major bridge rehabilitation is delayed until PennDOT and FHWA complete additional engineering and environmental evaluation studies for the long-term rehabilitation of the bridge. An approximate three-year bridge closure to vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians is anticipated within the middle timeframe of an overall fiveyear construction project. Vehicles will use Route 30 as the primary detour while bikes and pedestrians will be accommodated through transit services.
The project is currently in the preliminary design phase, and work is anticipated to take place between the 2027 and 2031 construction seasons subject to all approvals, environmental clearances, and funding availability.
The purpose of the online plan display is to introduce the project and allow members of the public to ask
questions or express concerns. It is also an opportunity for the public to review and comment on the project’s potential effect upon cultural resources pursuant to the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation’s 36 CFR Part 800 regulations implementing Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
The project documents can be made available in alternative languages or formats if requested. Anyone who needs translation or interpretation services or has special needs may contact Mark Malhenzie, senior project manager, at 717-783-5080 or mmalhenzie@pa.gov.
Proceeds from the Fall Fashion Show Fundraiser will support the WSA’s mission to promote the arts, particularly through musical education and scholarships for aspiring young musicians. To purchase tickets, call 717-385-1147. Early reservations are recommended, as space is limited.
The Women’s Symphony Association is dedicated to advancing the appreciation of symphonic music and supporting young musicians through educational initiatives and scholarships. Through its events and programs, WSA aims to enhance the cultural landscape of its community and foster a love of music.
living SENIOR
Seniors can swim their way to improved health
Exercise provides a number of measurable benefits for people of all ages, including older adults. Swimming is one exercise that may be especially beneficial for seniors.
Many people learn to swim in childhood and sharpen that skill as they get older. Although swimming devotees may get in the water for fun rather than fitness, this pastime may be the ideal exercise for seniors looking to improve their overall health, particularly because it is very low-impact.
Because the water provides buoyancy, there is reduced risk of injury and minimal strain on the body. Water exercises, including swimming, work all the muscle groups, so it can be a complete exercise, says American Senior Communities. Swimming also is a great cardiovascular exercise that can strengthen the heart muscle and improve lung function and endurance. Because it lowers blood pressure and improves circulation, swimming is a great way to get the heart pumping.
A gentle, 30-minute
Online Payments
• Check Writing
• Bank & Credit Card Reconciliation
• Record & Paperwork Organization
• Mail Sorting & Shredding
• Document Notarization
• Coordination with Advisors
• Home Organization
swim can burn up to 200 calories, which is more than would be used when walking. A faster swim can burn calories more quickly than running or cycling, and since water supports up to 90% of the body’s weight, this activity will put less stress on muscles and joints while one is exercising.
Individuals with mobility issues or arthritis pain may find that swimming helps relieve discomfort and improves range of motion. The water is doing much of the work holding up the body, which takes the stress off joints, helping a person to feel better while moving.
Even seniors who don’t know how to swim can reap the benefits of water exercise. Walking in shallow water or using a kickboard to stay above the water can be effective. Using foam dumbbells or even pushing and pulling one’s arms through the water can serve as a great resistance exercise that builds strength.
Swimming and additional water activities are great ways for seniors to stay in shape. As always, individuals should speak with their doctors before beginning any exercise regimen to ensure that it is safe.
Enhancing long-term cognitive health
Cognitive health is not something to take for granted. Although a certain level of memory loss can be expected as people age, when the ability to clearly think, learn, and remember is compromised, those changes can affect an individual’s ability to perform daily activities and are a cause for concern.
Brain health should be a priority for everyone.
The National Institute on Aging (NIA) says brain health is an umbrella term that encompasses a host of factors, including cognitive health, which is how well a person thinks, learns, and remembers; motor function, or how movements are made and controlled; tactile function, which is how a person feels sensations; and emotional function, or how a person interprets and responds to emotions. Individuals can safeguard brain health - particularly cognitive health - by taking the following steps.
Be more health-conscious. People should get routine screenings, manage chronic health problems,
limit or avoid alcohol and nicotine products, and get the recommended amount of sleep each night.
Manage high blood pressure. All chronic conditions cause long-term repercussions, but the NIA indicates that observational studies show that having high blood pressure in mid-life increases the risk of cognitive decline later in life. Lowering blood pressure lowers the risk for mild cognitive impairment and possibly dementia.
Challenge your brain. Harvard Medical School says nurturing social connections, engaging in stimulating mental activities like reading and doing puzzles, seeing new places, and learning new things can help keep the brain in top form.
Manage stress. Stress can take its toll on the body, and there is reason to believe that it may adversely affect cognitive health as well. Make every effort to reduce stress, whether that involves exercising, meditating, laughing with friends and family members, taking vacations, or
engaging in other relaxing activities.
Get enough vitamin D. Vitamin D is linked to a host of health benefits, including its potential to promote a healthy brain. Individuals can spend more time outdoors to get vitamin D naturally from the sun and eat foods rich in vitamin D. If doctors find that vitamin D levels are exceptionally low, supplements can help.
Pay attention to hearing loss. At least one type of hearing loss has been linked to cognitive decline, says Healthline. Researchers in Italy concluded that people with central hearing loss had a higher risk of mild cognitive impairment than those with no hearing loss or peripheral hearing loss. Individuals with central hearing loss are urged to speak to their physicians to determine if they can take preventive action to stave off further decline.
Cognitive health should be a priority, and adults can employ various strategies to reduce their risk of cognitive decline as they age.
The role of a home health
Caregivers come from all walks of life. Doctors and nurses may be the frontline medical providers people encounter most frequently, but plenty of others do their part to maintain the well-being of individuals. Among these caregivers are home health aides.
Home health aides, sometimes called personal care aides, assist people with activities of daily life. An aide typically helps a person who may need assistance with tasks he or she cannot perform due to illness or disability. The aides may work in a person’s home, in a group home, or in another care facility.
AARP says home health aides are considered
health care paraprofessionals and must meet established training requirements, which vary by location. Their duties may include assistance with personal care, such as dressing, toileting, feeding, and moving from a bed to a chair; checking vital signs; monitoring a client; light housekeeping; meal planning and cooking; picking up prescriptions; and providing companionship. Aides typically will not provide skilled nursing care and may not be able to offer recommendations on treatment or medications. Individuals can enlist the services of home health aides who work independently or are placed through agencies.
aide
Sometimes a doctor or hospital has connections to aide services and can make referrals. It can be useful to interview several potential aides to find one who will fit with the needs and personality of the person requiring assistance. A good aide is compassionate, patient, and flexible. As illness or injury also can affect a person’s mood, aides must be able to adjust if a client is reluctant to receive help or is depressed or anxious from his or her limitations.
Home health aides serve an important role in the health care community by providing care and companionship to those who can no longer live independently.
Lantern Tour
encapsulates all of the personalities and stories our guests will encounter this year,” shared Mimnall, who writes an original script for each year’s tour. “Attendees will be introduced to characters whose lives were shaped by history’s cruel whims. ... We really dive deep into the core of human emotion, exploring the agonies of love, loss, longing and grief.” The production will feature 26 actors who portray various characters.
The one-hour walking tour will immerse people in an otherworldly realm, she said. “The cast does a phenomenal job of portraying an array of characters sharing the tragedies of their past lives that bind them to our tangible world,” Mimnall explained. “These vividly rendered encounters weave history with the supernatural, challenging your perception of life and death, making this tour the perfect combination of historical education and spooky entertainment.”
Mimnall emphasized that the tour is not a horror attraction. Instead, it is focused on history. “Patrons are guided through the winding pathways of Mount Bethel Cemetery, guided by lantern light,” she explained. “With the assistance of the costumed actors who portray ghosts from the past, attendees are able to experience history as if it’s taking place right in that very moment. It’s a great experience for avid
theatregoers, history buffs, lovers of all things spooky, and even those that are just looking to experience something new. I strongly encourage everyone to attend Columbia’s Haunted Lantern Tour at least once. We change the theme of the performance every year, incorporating an original script, new characters and a fresh storyline, so returning patrons can enjoy a unique experience every time they participate.”
This year’s event particularly stands out, she said. “While every tour is unique in its own way, the rarity of the way this tour is presented is truly one-of-akind,” she shared. “We certainly have never presented a production quite like this.”
Proceeds from the lantern tours are used to support the nonprofit Rivertown Theatre Productions, which is staffed and operated by volunteers.
“After subtracting the production costs, profits from the annual tour are returned to different areas of the community, including small businesses, nonprofit groups, local churches, other theater programs and community events,” Mimnall said.
“Our goal is to educate and entertain by bringing (Columbia’s) unique and powerful history to life.”
A cash concession stand will be available at the tour. All tours are rain or shine. Tickets may be purchased by calling Holly at 717-587-5368.
Fire company sets chicken barbecue
New Bridgeville Fire Company, 2870 Furnace Road, Red Lion, will host a drive-through chicken barbecue on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Each meal will include a half-chicken, a baked potato, a fruit cup
and a roll with butter. To preorder, call or text 717-495-8609 or send a message to the fire company on Facebook. Any remaining food will be available on the day of the event on a first-come, first-served basis.
Horn Farm Center plans programs
The Horn Farm Center for Agricultural Education, 4945 Horn Road, York, has posted two upcoming events. There is a fee, and registration is required by visiting www.horn farmcenter.org.
A bread-baking workshop will be held on Thursday, Oct. 17, from 6 to 8 p.m.
The class will explore white, whole wheat, sourdough and artisan bread varieties. Instruction will include the use of a variety of ingredients, techniques, and variations for distinct bread-making styles. The workshop will include bread samplings and hands-on instruction. No prior bread-baking experience is required.
Gut Nourishing Treats: A Beginner’s Guide to Lacto-fermenting will be offered on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The class will explore the world of fermentation in a hands-on workshop tailored for beginners. The ancient art of lacto-fermentation is a natural preservation method that not only extends the shelf life of vegetables but also unlocks their hidden potential for
Photo contest winners announced
The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership has announced the winners of the 13th annual Susquehanna Greenway Photo Contest.
In the Adventures category, the winners were Emily Musser, Middletown, first place; George Kurzik, Wrightsville, second place; and Julie Manwarren, Pittston, third place. The honorees in the River Towns category were Danielle Weld, Clearfield, first; Tony Ragusea, Lewisburg, second; and Shawn Lesitsky, Marysville, third. Susquehanna Greenway Partnership also recognized three photographers for their Landmarks entries: Dan
flavor and nutrition.
In this interactive session, attendees will learn the practical techniques of vegetable lacto-fermentation and gain an understanding of the vital role played by soil microbes in the process. The class will explore the intricate connection between soil health, gut health and overall well-being. Throughout the workshop, attendees will experiment with an array of seasonal produce and flavor combinations. By the end of the workshop, participants will leave equipped with the knowledge and skills to continue fermenting at home. Materials provided for the workshop will include mason jars and glass weights, organic vegetables, salt, spices and flavorings. Attendees will also receive handouts and recipes. For more information about either class, visit the previously mentioned website, call 717-7576441 or email education@ hornfarmcenter.org.
COLUMBIA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 360 Locust St. in Columbia, Rev. David C. Powers, phone: 717-684-6271, Sunday Morning Worship 10am. Handicap accessible. 4th Street Cafe Coffeehouse 1st & last Sunday @5pm with community meal. Free Clothing Bank Mondays 9-11am & Tuesdays 5-7pm.
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. www.stjohnscol.org
COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH: welcomes you to Love God, Love Others, and Reach Out with us! Join us for worship on Sundays at 8:00, 9:30, or 11:00 a.m. We’re located at 331 Anderson Ferry Road in Marietta (off Rt 441 on Rt 772). Learn more at cbcpa.org.
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH: 243 Hellam Street in Wrightsville. (717-252-2417) Sunday morning service at 9:15am with Holy Eucharist. Handicap accessible. We can be found on Facebook.
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
WESTGATE BAPTIST CHURCH: 2235 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601 One mile North of Park City. Pastor Robert Zimmerman. A beautifully blended Sunday morning service at 11 AM, under the leadership of Pianist David Ryan & known guitarist Chuck Oetelle. Adult Sunday School 9:30 AM during the school year. Preaching/Teaching focus seeks to be distinctively Biblical, relevant, creative, engaging in the midst of today’s moral/cultural chaos. Find us on Facebook: Westgate American Baptist Church. Website: Westgateabc.com
Please Note: Updates can be made to your church’s listing for 1st issue date of each month only.
(Changes must be submitted by the previous Wednesday.) For More Information On Church Listings And Rates, Call Justin at 717-492-2533
Costumed characters welcome people to Rivertown Theatre Productions’ Haunted Lantern Tour.
Vehicle show benefits Veterans Affairs
The third annual East Prospect Vehicle Benefit Show was held on July 6. Despite temperatures over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, the event grew in its numbers of participants and activities. One winner took home a jackpot from a giveaway drawing, and 12 vehicles garnered trophies this year. The event also included food and a DJ.
The show raised $1,476 for the York County Depart-
ment of Veterans Affairs. The money will be used to help local veterans and their families to maximize their benefits and improve their quality of life.
Co-promoters included the East York Area Recreation Commission (EYARC), East Prospect Playground Association and East Prospect Borough. Volunteers helped to keep the event running smoothly.
The 2025 show will take place on Saturday, July 5.
Smyers (second from left), director of Veterans Affairs in York County, receives a donation from (from far left) Don Barshinger, East Prospect Borough manager and director of the East Prospect Playground Association;
LDHL awards interest-free loans
Lancaster Dollars for Higher Learning (LDHL) recently awarded interest-free loans to 362 Lancaster County students to offset the cost of their postsecondary education for the 2024-25 school year. LDHL awarded 355 loans of $1,900 each for a full academic year and seven loans of $950 each for students attending one semester only to applicants who demonstrated financial need. The loans will be applied to tuition expenses at 111 colleges and universities across the country.
Since 1961, LDHL has provided more than $19 million in interest-free loans to Lancaster County students. These loans are made possible by community donations and repayments from previous loans recipients.
PLACE AN AD
bit.ly/epcclassifieds
LDHL has been able to increase the number of loans provided over its history through the support of individuals and companies, including many past loan recipients and their parents. LDHL has experienced a growing number of Legacy-level donors - individuals, groups, or organizations that have donated at the $10,000 level, either as a one-time donation or over several years. Of the 362 loans LDHL provided for the upcoming academic year, 40 were Legacy loans.
LDHL’s mission is to provide financial resources to Lancaster County residents in support of their postsecondary educational goals. To learn more, visit www .lancdollars.org or look for the organization’s pages on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
HELP WANTED
General
CAREGIVERS NEEDED: CNA'S, HHA's & care assistants, make a difference in the life of a senior & put your caregiving experience to work. All shifts available. Visiting Angels at 717-393-3450.
Regional community news and events
Mechanical Trades
YOUR ATTENTION
BECOME A PUBLISHED AUTHOR. We want to Read Your Book! Dorrance Publishing-Trusted by Authors Since 1920. Book manuscript submissions currently being reviewed. Comprehensive Services: Consultation, Production, Promotion and Distribution. Call for your Free Author’s Guide 1-866-482-1576 or visit: dorranceinfo.com/macnet.
LEGAL NOTICES
PUBLIC AUCTION-ABANDONED VEHICLE at J&K SALVAGE on Thurs. 10/17 at 11am 1099 Kings Mill Rd., York, PA 17403 2015 CHRYSLER
INFLATION IS AT 40 year highs. Interest rates are way up. Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call NATIONAL DEBT RELIEF and find out how to pay off your debt for significantly less than what you owe. FREE quote: 1-866-272-0492
REPLACE YOUR ROOF with the best looking and longest lasting material - steel from Erie Metal Roofs! Three styles and multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Offer - up to 50% off installation + Additional 10% off install (for military, health workers & 1st responders.) Call Erie Metal Roofs: 1-855-338-4807.
ELDER CARE
ASSISTANCE FOR ELDERLY, caregivers provide hygiene assistance, meals, light housework in your home. Insured, Bonded, RN owned & operated. Call Visiting Angels, 717-393-3450.
Bldg. Materials
ASPHALT MILLINGS AND CRUSHED CONCRETE FOR SALE. Call PAVWORX® at 610-929-9971 pavworx.com/millings.html
BUYING TOYS & COLLECTIBLES www.DNRCollectibles.com PA’s Largest Buyer of Toys & Collectibles 27 E Lancaster Street, Red Lion, PA Hours: M-W
$575. 717-687-0968
AKC MINI POODLES, red & white. Vet checked, shots, dewormed, very cute, playful, raised with family, 2F, 3M, $450. 717-654-1075.
ENGLISH SPRINGER SPANIEL PUPPIES, shots, dewormed, liver & white, B.8/20. $250. 717-546-9445, Airville
GOLDEN RETRIEVER/POODLE PUPPIES, black w/brown markings, b.8/17, $300. 2 YORKIEPOO, black, b.8/27, $500. Shots/dewormed. 717-786-0906.
POMERANIAN PUPPIES
2M, various colors, shots, dewormed, vet checked. Ready! $395. 717-285-7445.
Sporting Goods
717-653-5524
Kevin
Amanda Wompler, director of EYARC; and Barry Strayer, FoxMania Promotions.
Miscellaneous
DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1-877-553-1891
www.dental50plus.com/macnet #6258
DIRECTV OVER INTERNET - Get your favorite live TV, sports and local channels. 99% signal reliability! CHOICE Package, $84.99/mo. for 12 months. HBO Max and Premium Channels included for 3 mos. (w/CHOICE Package or higher.) No annual contract, no hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-629-6086.
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! 1-844-317-5246.
PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a GENERAC Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-year warranty with qualifying purchase. Call 1855-465-7624 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move.
PREPARE FOR POWER outages with Briggs & Stratton© PowerProtect(TM) standby generators - the most powerful home standby generators available. Industry-leading comprehensive warranty - 7 years ($849 value). Proudly made in the U.S.A. Call Briggs & Stratton 1-855-556-2581
FREE ITEMS
HAVE SOMETHING TO GIVE AWAY?
Place a FREE Ad! Call 1-800-428-4211 15 word, private party ad for 1 week (some restrictions apply)
SEARCH OUR CLASSIFIEDS online at townlively.com
GARAGE SALES
NOTICE: It is recommended that you begin your garage or yard sale ad with the town, then street address, dates & times.
YARD SALE - MOUNT JOY 317 Lakeside Crossing. Saturday, Oct. 12th - 9-? Clothing, electronics, household items. Rain postponed.
PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE AT TOWNLIVELY.COM
NATIONAL
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.
NATIONAL
ATTENTION OXYGEN THERAPY USERS! Discover oxygen therapy that moves with you with Inogen Portable Oxygen Concentrators. FREE info. kit. 1-866-477-9045.
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.
BECOME A PUBLISHED author. We want to read your book! Dorrance Publishing trusted since 1920. Consultation, production, promotion & distribution. Call for free author’s guide 1-877-729-4998 or visit dorranceinfo.com/ads.
DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 400+ procedures. Real dental insurancenot just a discount plan. Get your free Information Kit with details! 1-855-5261060 www.dental50plus.com/ads #6258
DIRECTV STREAM - Carries the most local MLB Games! Choice Package $89.99/mo. for 12 mos. Stream on 20 devices at once. HBO Max incl. 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. Fast - FREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800245-0398.
ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING Forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule free LeafFilter estimate today. 20% Off Entire Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-833-610-1936.
HOME BREAK-INS TAKE less than 60 seconds. Don’t wait! Protect your family, your home, your assets now for as little as 70¢ a day! Call 1-844-591-7951.
JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. For a limited time, waiving ALL installation costs! (Additional terms apply. Subject to change and vary by dealer. Offer ends 12/29/24.) Call 1-844-501-3208.
PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase* Call 1-855-948-6176 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move.
PROFESSIONAL LAWN SERVICE: Fertilization, weed control, seeding, aeration & mosquito control. Call now for a free quote. Ask about our first application special! Call: 1-833-606-6777.
REPLACE YOUR ROOF w/the best looking & longest lasting material steel from Erie Metal Roofs! 3 styles & multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Offer up to 50% off install + Additional 10% off install (military, health & 1st responders.) 1-833-370-1234.
SAFE STEP. North America's #1 Walk-in tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Topof-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our free shower package & $1,600 Off - limited time! Financing available. 1-855-417-1306.
NATIONAL
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!
WE BUY HOUSES FOR CASH AS-IS! No repairs. No fuss. Any condition. Easy three step process: Call, get cash offer & get paid. Get your fair cash offer today by calling Liz Buys Houses: 1-844-877-5833.
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.
SEASONAL
COAL/WOOD/PELLET STOVES & Inserts, New & Refurbished. Over 300 models in stock. $100-$800 & up. Buy/Sell/Trade. Call 717-577-6640
FIREWOOD: $200/cord.
Delivery available, 1-10 cord loads. All oak - kept under roof. Call Warihay Enterprises, 717-664-0810
LOST & FOUND
FOUND AN ITEM? Place a FREE 15 word ad in your local issue to locate the owner of your found item. 1-800-428-4211
READ YOUR AD THE FIRST WEEK IT APPEARS
This publication will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion of any advertisement.
SERVICES RENDERED
A DRYWALL COMPANY
Hanging, Finishing & Repairs KENT SAUDER, LLC, 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&L TRIMMING, Interior Trimming, Cabinet Installations, Install New Flooring, Install Replacement Windows. 717-405-9545 Leave Message
AFFORDABLE ELECTRICAL SERVICES
• New/Older House Wiring • Hookup for Generators • Hookup for EVs
• New Elec. Services/Panel Upgrade. Fully Insd. | FREE ESTIMATES | PA01947 Call Dustin 717-875-7972
AFFORDABLE LANDSCAPING FALL CLEAN UP EXPERT TREE TRIMMING! Tree/Shrub Removal • Pruning Mulching • Edging • Planting EMERGENCY STORM CLEAN UP Fast, reliable service. Lic/Insd. Sr. Disc.! Free Estimates! 717-208-2265
AFFORDABLE PAINTING. Int./ext., staining, drywall repair, custom colors. Call Damien 717-940-5912 PA032157 Call about our Fall/Winter Discounts
SERVICES RENDERED
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
DO YOU KNOW what’s in your water? Leaf Home Water Solutions offers FREE water testing and whole home water treatment systems that can be installed in as little as one day. 15% off your entire purchase. Plus 10% senior & military discounts. Restrictions apply. Schedule your FREE test today. Call 1866-996-1526
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
Grandfather, Wall, & Mantel Clocks Cleaned, Oiled, Repaired. We Make House Calls! Free Pick-up & Delivery 717-454-7925
GUTTERS, GUTTERS
TONE’S SOLID CONTRUCTION Remodel Basements Additions Decks • Fences, etc. We do it all! Insd./PA176621 | 717-984-3865
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 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).
ITEMS WANTED
ALWAYS BUYING Classic, Muscle & Sports Cars Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561
BUYING BASEBALL CARDS (All Sports Cards), Coins, Comic Books, Pokemon, Trains, & other Collectibles. Can Pay In Cash! Call or Text: 610-476-4276
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
CORVETTES WANTED 1953 thru 2019 Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561
POWERWASHING POWERWASHING & DECK SEALING/REPAIR By Steve, 717-892-7411
AMISH MOVING COMPANY AMISH CLEANOUTS Will move households (will go out of state). Fair prices for Clean Outs of Attics, Basements. 717-442-3301
ANDY’S DRYWALL Interior Remodeling, Hanging, Finishing, Framing, Painting, Basements, Additions, Insured. PA 022669. 717-587-4102
Clean, Repair, Gutter Guards. Property Maint. by Steve. 717-892-7411
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 12/29/24.) Call 1844-826-2535
JUNK REMOVAL
Basements, garages, attics, appliances. Five Star Property Service 717-278-1030
NEED TASKS COMPLETED AROUND HOME?
Let a HANDYMAN AT HOME RIGHT
REPAIR help you today! No job too small. FREE ESTIMATES Lic./Insd. 717-449-8551
PAINTING DONE RIGHT Int/Ext. Res/Com
Detailed custom painting. 33yrs. exp/Refs. All related services, etc. 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
STUMP GRINDING SERVICES 717-989-7938, leave message.
DONATE YOUR CAR, truck, boat, RV and more to support our veterans! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-327-0686 today!
GET A BREAK on your taxes! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist the blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, no-cost vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Heritage for the Blind Today at 1-844-320-2804 today!
MIGHTY MAC CHIPPER/SHREDDER, also ELEC. TREADMILL, 717-665-4348
PINBALL MACHINES & ARCADES WANTED. Any condition, working or not. Call Matt: 717-538-9485, thanks.
WANTED! MOTORCYCLES & MINI BIKES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com
Pretzels
The pass is the first collaboration of its kind between the bakery and a local library, Curtis shared. “I thought it was a great way to get people from the other side of the county over here,” she said. “It’s great to have them here to visit us.”
OCTOBER 19 TH
am-1:00 pm • Craley Fire Hall
New Bridgeville Rd., Craley
Beury is excited about people taking advantage of the pass. “It’s important to get people to explore their communities but also to offer an affordable option with those partnerships for people to be able to get out and do things together,” she commented. “It’s really a community partnership. We want to encourage people to get out and see what is in their community.”
The Columbia library has a similar partnership with the National Watch and Clock Museum, and both that pass and the pretzel pass are unique to the Columbia branch. The library also participates in museum pass programs for other locations throughout Lancaster County that are shared among other library branches.
Beury said the pass fits nicely with the mission of the library, which is to serve as a public resource.
“We launched STEM kits in the last year, manipulative kits in the last year,” she remarked. “We are underway with Millersville University to launch digital literacy classes. We’re a hub for the community. We’re not just books anymore.”
She hopes the library’s community partnerships will continue to grow. “Our goal is always, ‘How can we do it better for the community?’” she said. “How can we serve the community better?”
Curtis encourages people to come to Sturgis for the tour, whether they visited as children and are coming back as adults or it’s their first time to the bakery.
“Bring your kids, get hands-on experience with history,” she said, noting that tour-goers receive a pretzel sample to snack on at the end of the tour. “And who doesn’t love pretzels?”
The pass requires a scheduled tour time and there are restrictions on its use, which are included in information distributed with the pass. For more information, visit https:// columbiapubliclibrary.org.
Women’s Expo set in Lancaster
The eighth annual fall Lancaster County Women’s Expo will return on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Wyndham Resort, 2300 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster.
Hosted by OLP Events, the Women’s Expo will bring together women of all ages for shopping and relaxation and to learn about products and services.
Guests can connect with a wide range of exhibitors in finance, travel, home improvements, leisure, beauty and more.
Door prizes will include a chance at a shopping spree from Tanger Outlets Lancaster. Lancaster School of Cosmetology & Therapeutic Bodywork will offer free mini manicures, and AAA will have its mobile cargo van set up for help with many AAA services.
The main stage will feature keynote speaker Kerstin Lindquist, QVC host and health coach. She will help guests discover practical ways to release stress and pressure and create more space for joy.
Presentations will also include discussions of consumer issues with AARP Consumer Issues Task Force chair Mary Bach, de-cluttering with professional organizer Lisbet Byler, and discovering one’s personal style with personal stylist Jessica Timblin.
Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are still available. For more information, call 717285-1350 or email info@ onlinepub.com.
Advance guest registration and general information are available at www.aGreatWayToSpend MyDay.com.
Myers, Wrightsville, first; Daniel Hurtt, Bainbridge, second; and George Kurzik, Marietta, third. In the Wildlife category, awards went to Timothy Coover, Maytown, first; Michael Yatsko, Harrisburg, second; and Michael Dreese, Harrisburg, third.
The Susquehanna Greenway is a connected corridor of paddling, walking, and biking trails; boat launches; conserved lands; and communities that runs along the Susquehanna River in Pennsylvania.
The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advancing the vision of the Susquehanna Greenway. The organization works with partners to grow the network, inspire people to engage with the outdoors, and transform communities into places where people want to live, work, and explore.
Fire Prevention
Week tips offered
Fire Prevention Week, which began on Oct. 6, will be observed through Saturday, Oct. 12. This year’s theme is “Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work for You!”
The National Fire Protection Association offered the following safety tips. Install smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each separate sleeping area, like in a hallway, and on each level, including the basement of the home.
Make sure smoke alarms meet the needs of all family members,
including those with sensory or physical disabilities.
Test smoke alarms at least once a month by pushing the test button.
Replace all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old or do not respond when tested. To learn more about Fire Prevention Week and this year’s theme, visit www.fpw.org. Additional Fire Prevention Week resources for children, caregivers and educators can be found at www .sparky.org and www .sparkyschoolhouse.org.
Guests will have in-person access to area businesses and service providers during the Lancaster County Women’s Expo.
Photo from pg 5