Elizabethtown
Harmony and hope: Gospel concert will support people in need
BY CAT SHANNON
Aconcert of gospel music will provide an entertaining evening out while supporting people in need, said Randy Miller, an Elizabethtown attorney and musician who is coordinating the event.
The Hoppers Concert will be held on Saturday, March 22, at Leffler Chapel, 1 Alpha Drive, Elizabethtown. Doors will open at 5 p.m., and the concert will start at 6 p.m. All proceeds from the event will benefit Blessings of Hope.
Miller will be the opening act.
“I’ve been singing since I was boy, but I’m only famous to my wife and kids,” he joked. The singer-songwriter has recorded 10 albums and has performed with groups including The Couriers and The Vicksburg Quartet.
A few years ago, he began organizing benefit concerts to support local organizations.
“I was on the board of No Longer Alone Ministries, and we did a benefit concert,” he shared.
“I also did one for Cornerstone Youth Center.”
A previous concert Miller organized and performed in, held on the Elizabethtown
College campus, raised $10,000 for Pennsylvania Adult and Teen Challenge.
Miller is optimistic about the fundraising opportunity at The Hoppers Concert.
“I learned about Blessings of Hope through my daughter,” he recalled of the Ephrata-based nonprofit. “They are bridging the gap between food surplus and need. They are preventing a lot of waste and supporting people and organizations.”
Blessings of Hope processes and distributes the equivalent of 2 million meals monthly, empowering regional ministries,
BY JEFF FALK
Lancaster County is rich in resources, culture and things to do, and in Lancaster County, tourism is big business.
Discover Lancaster takes a proactive approach to drawing visitors to Lancaster County. Its work is designed to maximize and unlock the locale’s full potential and make the area a destination.
“We pack a mighty punch for
BY JEFF FALK
Dogs are America’s most popular pets. Developing healthy behavior in canines can deepen the bonds that exist between dogs and their humans and enhance the overall pet experience.
Healthy dog behavior seems to revolve around several factors, not the least of which are genetics, owner input, external stimuli and training.
“I think the biggest goal is to teach dogs how to be calm around distractions and some of their triggers,” said Courtney Ducey, the administrator of the Facebook page Lancaster PA Dogs, who has been training dogs for 10 years. “It’s about teaching dogs how to interact with owners. It can be difficult for a dog that’s fearful or has anxiety, just teaching them how to engage with their owners. (The Facebook page) also shows
The Hoppers
Visitors go for a ride at one of Lancaster County’s most famous attractions, Dutch Wonderland.
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The KSCA is designed to give academically challenged teens a second chance at obtaining their basic education, as well as opportunities to learn leadership, self-discipline, and responsibility, to build a better life. The opening of the academy at Fort Indiantown Gap (FTIG) in Lebanon County in July 2022 formally established the National Guard Bureau’s Youth ChalleNGe Program in Pennsylvania.
The program is open to 16- to 18-year-old Pennsylvania residents who are failing to progress in high school or may not be on a clear path to graduating, or who are unemployed or under employed. Applicants must be willing to be drug free. They must be free of felony convictions and voluntarily commit to the program. The first 22 weeks of the program consist of residential training at FTIG followed by 24 months of mentorship back in participants’ home communities.
The KSCA conducts two classes a year, one
The KSCA is a joint effort between the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) and the National Guard Bureau in consultation with the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE). Cadets are introduced to the military structure and focus on eight core components: academic excellence; physical fitness; leadership/followership; responsible citizenship; job skills; service to the community; health and hygiene; and life coping skills. Graduates often receive high school credits, credentials, or a GED.
The award-winning National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Program was launched in 1993, and it currently operates 38 sites in 29 states and territories. The program is both federally and state funded. More details, including the online application, can be found at www .pa.gov/agencies/dmva/ keystone-state-chal lenge-academy.html. New applicants also have the option of having an application mailed to them by emailing the academy at RA-MVPACHAL LENGE@pa.gov or by calling 717-861-7767 or 717-861-8831.
the size we are,” said Joel Cliff, who’s been Discover Lancaster’s director of communications and advocacy for 17 years. “We have a very robust and vibrant tourism community. We want to share it with as many people as we can. Lancaster County has a great tradition of hospitality.”
Situated at 501 Greenfield Road, Lancaster, Discover Lancaster is the official destination marketing organization of the county. In 2023, 10 million tourists visited Lancaster County, generating $3.4 billion in economic impact and helping to employ 26,000 people in the tourism-related businesses in the areas of attractions, lodging, dining and retail.
“It’s pretty safe to say that Lancaster County is in the top five in the state in terms of number of visitors and visitor spending,” said Cliff. “We’ve broadened the message about what there’s to do in Lancaster County. There are a lot of cool, neat experiences and recreational activities. We’re still changing. We’re continuing to grow. We have a wide geography and a wide demography that we draw from.”
A vast majority of visitors - about 75% - coming to Lancaster County as a destination hail from the metropolitan markets of Philadelphia; New York and Long Island; and Washington, D.C., and Baltimore. For some, it’s a day trip or an overnight stay. For others, it’s a threeor four-night getaway or a weeklong vacation.
They’re coming here for the Amish experience; outlet shopping; historic hidden gems; family attractions; main street shopping found in places like Lititz, Ephrata or Mount Joy; art galleries; wineries, breweries and coffee shops; theater; events; farmers markets; and museums.
“It’s a different experience for people coming from big metropolitan areas,” said Cliff. “It’s folks who know
and love the Amish culture, but you also have families coming for attractions like Dutch Wonderland. We certainly draw well with adults and families. Where we’ve been lacking is in that 30s-to-40s age group.”
Discover Lancaster employs 14 full-time staff members and eight part-time travel consultants. Discover Lancaster promotes local tourism through straight-up marketing; sales teams working to bring meetings, conventions and sports teams to the area; and public relations.
“There’s a real quality of life enhancement piece to it,” said Cliff. “It does have that ripple effect to the community and their suppliers. A lot of the things we trumpet are attractive to people thinking about relocating a business here, or a doctor or professor who is being recruited to work in Lancaster County. It’s a great place to come and play, but it’s also a great place to come and work. We also have a sizeable retirement community in the county.”
There are lot of things to see and do in Lancaster County.
“We certainly hold our own,” said Cliff. “We don’t have an ocean. But we have a lot to do besides that.”
Discover Lancaster receives about 75% of its funding from the Lancaster County hotel tax. In 2015, Discover Lancaster was formed from the former Pennsylvania Dutch Convention and Business Bureau, whose roots can be traced to the 1930s and the Lancaster Chamber of Commerce.
“We definitely very much consider locals in the things we do,” said Cliff. “Locals use our resources as much as visitors do. Locals love Lancaster County. Local tourism is a very important part of what we do, kind of like ‘Get out and enjoy what’s in our backyard.’”
For additional information, go to www.discoverlan caster.com.
Cornerstone Youth Center will hold its annual spring banquet on Thursday, March 20, at Mount Calvary Christian School’s Family Life Center, 629 Holly St., Elizabethtown. Doors will open at 5 p.m., and dinner will begin at 6 p.m. There is a requested cost for tickets. A previous article incorrectly stated that tickets were available at no cost. For more information and to order tickets, visit https:// cornerstoneetown.org.
Lancaster County WoodCarvers to hold 50th festival
BY GEORGE DEIBEL
The Lancaster County WoodCarvers group will hold its 50th annual Woodcarving Festival on Saturday, March 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, March 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Millersville University’s Student Memorial Center, 108 Shenks Lane, Millersville.
Parking is free. Admission is free for those with a military ID and for students with high school or post-high school student ID.
“It’s going to be the largest show we’ve had,” said Jeffrey Pretz, who is a member of the Lancaster County WoodCarvers.
“We’re having commemorative carving knives created that will be for sale. We’re having the Caricature Carvers of America. There will be a lot of bird carvers and spoon carvers and other kinds of carvings, as well.”
The featured guest carver will be Joe You, past pres -
ident of Caricature Carvers of America. A retired dentist from California, You is regarded as a creative and accomplished caricature carver.
“People can come to purchase supplies for carving as well as carvings that are handmade by individuals who are there,” Pretz said. “They can also come for inspiration of a great hobby.”
Among the 60 exhibitors will be members of the Lancaster County WoodCarvers’ sister clubs, including the American National Cane Club (ANCC), a club that focuses on canes and walking sticks and meets monthly in Lancaster County; the Manheim Township WoodCarvers, a club that focuses on carving together and crafting Christmas ornaments for hospice and meets monthly in Lancaster County; the Conewago Carvers, a club that meets in East Berlin; the West Shore Woodcarvers, a club that is active in
Mechanicsburg; the Yorkarvers, a club from York; the PA Delaware Valley Woodcarvers, a club from Bucks County; and the William Rush Woodcarvers, a club in Media. The Pennsylvania Gourd Society will present a display of its art with gourds. There will be a free hands-on carving station for new carvers or those who just want to try carving. All supplies and tools will be available for use with basic safety and techniques shared. Instruction and guidance will be provided
by club members. Each session will take about an hour and will start on the hour and on the half hour. At the end of the hour, most will leave with their carved project. Participants must be at least 18 years old, and everyone must sign a waiver to participate in a session.
Original woodcarvings will be available for purchase from many of the artists and carvers. Vendors will also sell carving and art tools, supplies, books, and wood. Among the vendors
Jeffrey Pretz of
Elizabethtown’s Zaria Phillips tries to muscle through Northern York’s Makayla Smith during the PIAA Girls’ Southcentral Region wrestling tournament on Saturday, March 1 in Millersville. Phillips settled for fifth place in the 100pound bracket. In the 112-pound bracket of the PIAA
Girls’ Southcentral Region wrestling tournament, Elizabethtown’s Cassidy Carl takes down Kutztown’s Emily Boyer in Millersville on Saturday, March 1.
Bear’s Ava Glass (130) tries to break down Manheim Township’s Ainsley Bounds in Millersville during the PIAA Girls’ Southcentral Region wrestling tournament on Saturday, March 1.
Elizabethtown’s Gracie Woodring (118) pins Octorara’s Cassidy Jeffries in 1:34 on
Girls’ Southcentral Region wrestling tournament.
photos by Bob Diller
owners that they aren’t alone.”
“Sometimes you can feel you’re the only person in the world who has a dog that acts that way,” continued Ducey. “It helps create a sense of community. Your dog may be acting a certain way, but it’s totally natural.”
Ducey created Lancaster PA Dogs in 2021 as a networking tool for dog owners in Lancaster County and as a way to answer questions, address needs and generally supply support for local canine enthusiasts. But from the group has sprung the free service community pack walks, sort of a therapeutic, educational and growing experience for owners with dogs of all breeds, demeanors and developmental traits.
“I think (the relationship between humans and dogs) is about the companionship,” said Ducey. “Dogs don’t judge you. You can be yourself around your dog. You can mess up, and your dog loves you unconditionally. People get dogs for so many reasons, but I think the thing they’re attracted to is unconditional love.”
“Dogs are very resilient, and they live in the
moment,” she added. “You can always change your relationship with your dog.”
The community pack walks are designed for dogs and their owners. Ducey organizes and leads them and offers basic training tips during the exercise.
Initially introduced in April of 2024, the community pack walks are staged once a month, weather permitting.
“It’s a mix of people who have dogs and who want to work with dogs in a place that’s safe,” said Ducey, a resident of Manheim Township. “When they come, we build a good rapport, and I love that. People get dogs to spend time with their dogs. People build relationships with each other when they’re on these walks.”
Typically, about eight to 11 owners and their dogs navigate the hourlong community pack walks. The group walks on paths and trails in several locations in the county.
“We go all over (Lancaster County),” said Ducey. “All of it is good because we’re getting out in nature and seeing different parts of the county. You’re also bonding with your dog. For people who have dogs
Church plans Lenten fish fry
Seven Sorrows Catholic Church in Middletown has announced its 28th annual Lenten fish fry.
The fish fry will be held as a drive-through at Seven Sorrows School, 360 E. Water St., Middletown, from 5 to 8 p.m. on Fridays through April 11. The school campus lot will only be accessible after 4:15 p.m.
The menu will include fish and chips, baked haddock, fried shrimp, pierogies, macaroni and cheese, fish sandwiches, coleslaw, and vegetables. Four desserts will be available: chocolate cake with peanut butter icing, triple chocolate cake, lemon berry mascarpone cake, and carrot cake. New this year, hot soup will be available by the half-quart. The menu is subject to change.
No call-in orders may be placed. All orders will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Cash; check; and MasterCard, Visa, and Discover cards will be accepted.
For more than 25 years, the parish has been serving hungry patrons who come
with behavioral issues, it’s important to make sure they’re getting exercise. Getting your dog properly fulfilled is hard. When your dog is reacting to everything outside, it’s hard to walk your dog.”
With 4,500 members from all parts of the county, Lancaster PA Dogs has become the local go-to source for everything and anything about dogs. Among the group’s most popular topics are grooming, dog sitting, service dogs, walking, photography and drawing, missing pets, volunteering, nutrition and training.
“I really wanted to create something for the commu-
nity,” said Ducey. “It’s kind of like a catchall group. Sometimes there’s a lot of traction in that group; sometimes there’s not. But I think it’s a good resource. I think there’s so much strength in community.”
For additional information, search for “Lancaster PA Dogs” on Facebook.
from throughout southcentral Pennsylvania to enjoy the meatless meals. In 2019, more than 5,000 pounds of haddock, 700 crab cakes, and 180 pounds of macaroni and
cheese were served to more than 7,300 guests by at least 100 volunteers each week.
For more information, visit www.ssbvm.org/ fish-fry24cc6bab.
Members of the group Lancaster PA Dogs prepare for a community pack walk.
Agriculture makes its mark on Lancaster County
Every five years, the United States Department of Agriculture conducts its Census of Agriculture, collecting information about the country’s farming activities. The most recent census, which examined the state of farming during 2022, revealed the following facts.
• Pennsylvania led the U.S. in the percentage of its producers who were under the age of 35 - 12.7% - and Lancaster County was one of only two counties in the nation with more than 1,000 young producers. (Lancaster County had 2,057.)
• Pennsylvania boasted 49,053 farms, and Lancaster County had 4,680 farms - 9.5% of the farms in the state.
• Four percent of Lancaster County’s farms operated organically.
• Eleven percent of the county’s farms sold directly to consumers.
• Ninety-eight percent of the county’s farms were family farms.
• The total market value of products sold by Lancaster County farms in 2022 was $1.85 billion, accounting for 18% of agriculture sales in Pennsylvania.
• Lancaster County’s top crops in acres were corn for grain, 95,549; forage, 65,142; soybeans for beans, 51,695; corn for silage/greenchop, 35,988; and wheat for grain, 24,101.
• The county’s harvest included 847,584 tons of corn for silage/greenchop; over 17 million bushels of corn for grain; over 2 million bushels of wheat for grain; 442,901 bushels of barley for grain; and 42,221 bushels of oats for grain.
• Lancaster County’s livestock totaled 13.7 million layers; close to 10.4 million broilers and other meat-type chickens; close to 7 million pullets (young hens); 322,153 hogs and pigs; 235,758 turkeys; and 182,218 cattle and calves.
• Approximately 82% of all agricultural products in Lancaster County were livestock, poultry, and their products; about 18% were crop related.
• Lancaster County ranked No. 1 in Pennsylvania in many agriculture categories, including total market value of agricultural products sold and total livestock, poultry, and products sold. The county had the highest sales in the state in grains, oilseeds, dry beans, and dry peas; tobacco; and other crops and hay. Within the livestock category, it leads the state in sales of poultry and eggs; cattle and calves; milk from cows; hogs and pigs; and sheep, goats, wool, mohair, and milk. The county is seventh in the U.S. for poultry and eggs.
• Lancaster County also earned high ranks among the 3,144 counties in the United States: seventh in poultry and eggs and 10th in overall livestock, poultry, and products.
• There were approximately 56 commercial chickens (layers, pullets, and meat-type) per person in Lancaster County in 2022, according to estimated population information from the Census Bureau.
BOSSLER MENNONITE CHURCH: Located at 2021 Bossler Rd., Elizabethtown. Phone: 717-367-5167. Web site: www.bosslermennonite.org Sunday School at 9 am; Sunday Worship held at 10 am. Preschool: 717-537-8192.
CHIQUES METHODIST CHURCH:
1215 E. Main St., Mount Joy. Doug Paglia, Pastor. Worship Service at 9-10 am Children’s Sunday School: 9-10 am. Refreshments & Fellowship: 10-10:30 am. Adult Sunday School at 10:30-11:30 am. Nursery Provided, Handicapped Accessible. For more information, call: 717-653-5175.
CHRIST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH
75-133 East High Street, Elizabethtown 717-367-2786. Rev. Albert J. Domines, Jr., Sr. Pastor. Rev. Gerald R. Kliner, Jr., Assoc. Pastor. Liturgies of Holy Eucharist Saturday at 6pm and Sunday at 8:15am service. Sunday school for all ages at 9:45. 2nd service: 11am. Handicapped accessible. Morning Prayer Wed. at 8:30am. www.christlutheran-etown.com
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.
ELIZABETHTOWN MENNONITE CHURCH:
300 S Spruce St. (corner of S. Spruce & E. Bainbridge) Elizabethtown, PA 17022. You are welcome to join us for Sunday School at 9:00 am and Sunday Worship at 10:00 am - in person or livestreamed on our YouTube Channel. Ph: 717-367-7089 info@etownmennonite.com Visit us online at www.etownmennonite.com
ETOWN GRACE CHURCH, 305 Anchor Rd, Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Dr. Rick A. Clark, Pastor. Sunday: SS and Adult Bible Classes 9 am, Morning Worship 10:15 am. Wed night 6:15-7:45 pm AWANA (Children’s Ministry). Website at etowngrace.com
FLORIN CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN: Come worship with us! 10:15am Sunday mornings at 815 Bruce Avenue, Mount Joy PA 17552. To view remotely on Zoom, call the church office for access codes. Listen to recorded sermons on our website at www.florincob.org Phone: 717-653-1202 Email: secretary@florincob.org
GLOSSBRENNER CHURCH: 713 Church St. (located on the corner of Church & Angle Sts.), Mount Joy. Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 am (In-Person or Live Streamed). Nursery Provided, Handicapped Accessible. Sunday School for all ages: 11:15 am. Pastor: Heather Hammel. Church Office: 717-653-5683. "Like" us on Facebook: Glossbrenner Church. www.glossbrenner.net
GOSPEL OUTREACH (GO) CHURCH: New facility! The barn at 266 Maytown Rd, Elizabethtown. 717-475-7551. Love God, Love People, Disciple One Another. Sunday Worship: 8:30-9:45 a.m., Tuesday Bible Study: 6:30-8 p.m., Gospel Outreach Training (GOT!): 2:304 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month. Rev. Dr. Kara Werner, Pastor. gochurch22.com
Women’s group sets craft, Bible study
GRACE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH OF MANHEIM: 1483 N. Colebrook Rd., Manheim. SUNDAYS: Adult Bible Class at 9:30am and Worship Service at 10:30am. Wednesday Evening Prayer is held from 6:30pm-7:30pm For more details, please visit http://www.gcfmanheim.org or call 717-665-7222.
MARY MOTHER OF THE CHURCH (A Roman Catholic Parish): 625 Union School Rd., Mount Joy. Pastor: Rev. Ted Keating. Mass Times: Saturday Vigil 4:30pm, Sunday 8:30 & 11 am; Monday thru Friday 8:30 am. Confessions: Sat 3:30pm. 717-653-4903, visit us online at www.marymotherparish.org
MAYTOWN CHURCH OF GOD: 14 West Elizabeth St., Maytown. Scott Sweigart, Pastor. All are w0elcome! Sunday Worship Service at 9:00 am. Phone: 717-426-3117. www.maytowncog.org
MILTON GROVE CHURCH: 2026 Cloverleaf Road (located N. of Rt. 283 Rheems/ Elizabethtown Exit) Mount Joy. Pastor: Jamie Pietsch. Join us Sundays at 9:30 am for in-person worship and on Facebook live at www.miltongrovechurch.com
PROCLAMATION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA): Meeting at Kraybill Mennonite School, 598 Kraybill Church Rd., Mount Joy, PA 17552. Sundays at 10:30am We Welcome You! Visit us online at www.proclamationpca.com
RUHL’S CHURCH: A growing church committed to Christ. Worship on Sunday morning at 8 am for a traditional feel. Sunday School for all ages at 9:15 am., 10:30 am. Worship led by praise band. (Nursery available. Handicap accessible.) For more information, please call 717-665-3400 or visit www.ruhlschurch.org Located at 4810 Elizabethtown Rd, Manheim.
SAINT LUKE EPISCOPAL CHURCH: 209 S. Market St. at Columbia Ave., Mount Joy. Phone: 717-653-4977. Sunday Holy Eucharist at 11 am. Wednesday Morning Prayer at 10 am in the Education Building. Taize Service 1st Sat. of the month at 5 pm. stlukesmountjoy@gmail.com www.stlukesmountjoypa.org Handicap Accessible.
SAINT PAUL’S CHURCH (A united Methodist Congregation): 398 N. Locust Street (North Spruce and Oak Streets), Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Phone:717-367-1889. Sunday Worship: Traditional at 8:30am, Grace Kids (ages 0-12 yrs) at 10:15am, Contemporary 10:15am.Email:office@wearesaintpauls.com Visit us online at: wearesaintpauls.com
ST. MARK’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Loving, growing, and sharing JOY through Jesus! Sunday service times: 9 and 10:30 a.m. 27 E. Main St., Mount Joy 717-6535493. www.connectstmarks.com Livestream at facebook.com/ConnectStMarks
WORD OF LIFE CHAPEL: 139 Wickersham Rd., Bainbridge. 717-426-1171 Sunday Service - 10:15 am (Children’s Ministry & Nursery Care Provided). Visit us online at www.wordoflifechapel.org We welcome you!
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Women of all ages and preschool children are invited to attend Neighbors Sharing and Caring, a women’s ministry of the Chiques Church, 4045 Sunnyside Road, Manheim, on Tuesday, March 18, from 9 to 10:45 a.m.
Participants may choose to make a craft or attend a Bible study.
The craft will be bangle bracelets, led by Jodi Frey. There is a fee to make two bracelets. For more information or to preregister by Wednesday, March 12, call 717-799-5479.
Frey attends Encounter church in Bainbridge, and she is a mother and grandmother. She homeschooled her children and taught children’s Sunday school and English as a
Second Language classes in America and Japan. She has a passion for international students and getting to know people from different cultures.
The Bible study will be “Trust” led by Nancy Brandt. She will talk about trusting in the Lord.
Nancy and her husband, Carl, live on a farm and have three adult children and 11 grandchildren. Nancy is a member and active Bible teacher at Chiques Church.
During the program, child care will be provided for infants through prekindergartners. No preregistration is required. Readers may contact Bonnie at 717-361-2613 or Veronica at 717-626-7603 for more information and a copy of this year’s schedule.
WoodCarvers
expected are Art From the Bark, Kathryn and Dennis Overcash from Rhoadesville, Va.; Badger State Blades, Ashten Brown from Wisconsin; Hillcrest Carving, Don Swartz from Lancaster County; Ritter Carvers Inc., Barbara Ritter from Colmar; The Carving Glove Guy, Don Butler from Michigan; and Windy Cape Studios, Joshua Walters from Annville.
Professional sharpening will be available for woodcarving knives and gouges. A silent auction will be held for a number of carvings and wildlife art donated by exhibitors and club members, as well as a variety of other items. Proceeds from the silent auction will be split between the club’s Beginner Carver Fund and one local nonprofit organization.
Door prizes of carvings
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done by the Lancaster County WoodCarvers will be awarded regularly throughout the festival.
The Lancaster County WoodCarvers group, made up of 75 members, meets the third Tuesday evening of each month at Community United Methodist Church, 130 Tennyson Drive, Lancaster. Carving starts at 6 p.m. with a meeting and show-and-tell at 7 p.m.
The group holds an “open carve” at Community United Methodist Church on the first Thursday of every month at 9 a.m.and 6 p.m.
“It’s an outlet for my creativity,” Pretz said. “But also there are a lot of books and patterns that you can copy. It’s something you can do that’s not noisy, you’re using your hands, and you can do it almost any place.”
churches, disaster relief organizations and food banks to serve their local communities.
When Miller learned that Blessings of Hope purchased a facility in Elizabethtown, the former site of Darrenkamp’s Market, he chose the organization as the concert’s beneficiary.
Miller first heard The Hoppers in concert years ago in Hershey. He has performed with them before and invited them to return to the area for this concert.
The multi-award-winning family group has been performing for more than 60 years with appearances ranging from concerts for presidents to performances in Carnegie Hall. Founded by Claude Hopper in 1957 in Madison, N.C., the band has touched countless people around the world.
At the March 22 concert, Miller will perform a variety of original songs he’s written as well as “some old standbys,” he said. The Hoppers will perform their unique style of Southern gospel music.
“It’s going to be an exciting evening of music,”
Miller said. “People will hear songs that encourage. They are also going to be supporting an organization that helps so many other people.”
At past benefit concerts, attendees have emphasized the uplifting atmosphere.
“It’s been a time of worship,” Miller shared. “It’s not a church service, and you’re not going to be preached to, but it has the feeling of worship. It’s an opportunity to bring the community together to honor God and to share our blessings.”
Advance purchase of tickets is recommended, although tickets will also be available at the door. To purchase tickets, visit https://blessingsof hope.com/event/concert.
Program for caregivers planned
A “Living With Dementia” series for care partners of people living with dementia will be held at Derry Township Community Center, 605 Cocoa Ave., Hershey. The programs will take place on select Wednesdays from 4 to 6 p.m.
The dates and topics will be March 26, Understanding Dementia-Related Brain Changes; April 9, Understanding Behaviors as a Form of Communication; April 23, Resources for Persons with Dementia and Their Care Partners;
and May 14, Planning for the Future with Dementia. Space is limited. To register, visit https:// engage.ltcrc.org/living withdementia2025 or call 717-489-2398.
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Formal dinner will support teen
BY CAT SHANNON
Five years ago, Nickolas Sieber held an event to raise money for a cross-country trip. The experience awakened a passion for event planning in Sieber, and he’s since used that interest to help others.
“Organizing the volunteers, hanging decorations and preparing the food was more fun than I could have ever anticipated,” he said.
“After my inaugural event, I was hooked. Since then, we transformed the dinners into a means of helping others. We have raised money for the Wounded Warrior Project; now-18year-old Charlotte Funk, who was severely injured in a car accident; a local Lebanon County family in need; and this year, Trevor Higgins.”
Trevor, a 17-year-old senior at Hurricane High School in Utah, was involved in a dirt biking accident on Oct. 27, 2024. His injuries left him in the ICU with a long road of recovery ahead, Sieber said.
The dinner will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church of Colebrook, 58 Church Road, Manheim, on Saturday, March 29, from 5 to 8:30 p.m.
The formal dinner will feature a homemade threecourse meal in a decorated dining room, with live music by Miss Maybell and Charlie Judkins.
“A social hour will provide time to mingle with other attendees, enjoy live jazz music and even have a chance to win several door prizes,” Sieber said. The menu for the evening will include corn chowder and dinner rolls; roast beef served with a red wine au jus or horseradish cream sauce, herb-roasted red-skin potatoes, and green bean casserole; and cheesecake with strawberry topping or pecan pie with vanilla ice cream.
Past charity dinners have featured themes such as the 1940s and the Wild West. “This year is a formal candlelit dinner, with participants encouraged to wear formal evening
All proceeds from a candlelit formal dinner Sieber is organizing will be shared with the Higgins family.
attire,” Sieber stated, noting that formal attire is not required.
“This year’s formal dinner is sure to be a blast while raising money for Trevor,” Sieber said. “Our incredibly talented musicians will perform two sets featuring early ragtime, blues, country and jazz music. It is a fun opportunity to dress to the nines while basking in the glow of a high-society evening. The food is always spectacular, and the fellowship is even better. It’s a special event that anyone won’t want to miss.”
He emphasized that he considers it an honor to help people in need, and he said it requires a team of volunteers who are as committed as he is to the cause to pull off a successful event.
“It takes an army to make these dinners happen, and I have been very fortunate to have support from friends and family,” he said. “I have 12 volunteers arranged for this year’s dinner, and all of them have devoted countless hours of their time to support this endeavor. It is a very rewarding event, and
Event to focus on scams
Residents of Lancaster and surrounding areas are invited to participate in $cam Jam, a non-commercial event aimed at empowering individuals, especially seniors, to recognize and prevent various forms of fraud. The event will be held on Wednesday, March 19, from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Tec Centro SW, 57 Laurel St., Lancaster. This program will be presented in both English and Spanish.
Hosted jointly by state Sen. Scott Martin and the Spanish American Civic
Association (SACA), $cam Jam is a collaborative initiative designed to provide attendees with the knowledge and tools necessary to protect themselves from prevalent scams, including identity theft, cybercrime, mail fraud, and financial exploitation.
The event will feature presentations from experts representing Martin’s office, the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities, the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General, local law enforcement agencies,
and AARP Pennsylvania. Attendees will also engage in interactive activities such as bingo. Free giveaways will be available to all participants while supplies last. While the event is free to the public, space is limited. Interested individuals are encouraged to register by Monday, March 17, by visiting https://senatorscott martinpa.com/scam-jam -reg/ or calling Martin’s office at 717-397-1309. Complimentary refreshments will be provided courtesy of Tec Centro Lancaster’s culinary arts program.
I look forward to hosting it every year.”
The deadline to purchase tickets for the dinner is Wednesday, March 19. For more information or to purchase tickets, call or text Sieber at 717-5988421. More information may also be found by searching for “5th Annual Charity Dinner” on Facebook. For more information on Trevor’s story, visit his GoFundMe page under #Rev4Trev.
Miss Maybell (right) and Charlie Judkins will entertain at a formal charity dinner.
A dinner will benefit Trevor Higgins, who was injured in a dirt bike accident.
Fair represented at state convention
Officers, directors and members of the Elizabethtown Fair Committee attended workshops and seminars at the State Convention of the Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs (PSACF) from Jan. 22 to 25 at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center. PSACF comprises 107 fairs across Pennsylvania.
Alexandria Neff, 2024 Elizabethtown fair queen, represented the Elizabethtown Fair in the State Fair Queen Competition held Jan. 23 to 25. She competed against 60 fair queens from across Pennsylvania and was one of five finalists.
Elizabethtown Fair secretary Sally K. Nolt was named Fair Person of the Year for Pennsylvania.
At the Communications Breakfast, it was
announced that the Elizabethtown Fair placed first for the placemat prepared by Freedom Graphics, incorporating pictures taken by Rachel George; second for its Premium Tabloid, prepared by Engle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc.; and third for its Premium Book, prepared by Sally Nolt and Freedom Graphics.
The 2025 Elizabethtown Fair will be held from Monday to Saturday, Aug. 18 to 23. A tentative schedule and premium list are available at www.etownfair.com.
The Elizabethtown Fair Board meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Elizabethtown Brethren in Christ Church, 996 E. High St., Elizabethtown. Meetings are open to the public.
Line dancing, playground programs set
GEARS will offer activities to the community. Unless otherwise noted, there is a per-person cost, with a discounted rate for residents. To register or for more information, visit www.getintogears.org or call 717-367-0355.
Let’s Line Dance will take place on Tuesdays, April 8 to June 3, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Memorial Hall at the Elizabethtown Fairgrounds, 900 E. High St., Elizabethtown. No class will be held on Tuesday, May 6. People will dance to many kinds of music. The program is for people age 14 and up, from beginners to those with line dancing experience.
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Playground Program will be available on Mondays through Fridays from June 16 to Aug. 8 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Elizabethtown Community Park, located on South Mount Joy Street, and Elizabethtown Brethren in Christ Church, 996 E. High St. The program will not run on Friday, July 4. The Summer Playground Program is designed to get children out of the house and active in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment. Through activities such as sports, games, arts and crafts, and nature activities, children will have opportunities to learn new skills, gain confidence, and make new friends. Spots are limited.
Boating safety course set
The Conewago Rod and Gun Club, 1483 Turnpike Road, Elizabethtown, will host the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission’s Safe Boating Course on Sunday, May 4. The free, eight-hour course will start at 8 a.m.
Participants who successfully complete the boating course can apply for a Boating Safety Education Cer -
tificate good for a lifetime. This certificate is required to operate a personal watercraft and for persons born on or after Jan. 1, 1982, to operate boats powered by motors greater than 25 HP. Preregistration is required. To register, visit www .register-ed.com/programs /pennsylvania/231 -boating-education.
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Elizabethtown will renew its sister city connection with Letterkenny, Ireland, during “An Irish Weekend with Letterkenny,” taking place from Thursday to Sunday, March 13 to 16. This festive celebration will honor the longtime sister city relationship between Elizabethtown and Letterkenny and the towns’ recent reconnection.
In 2002, to honor Elizabethtown’s 175th anniversary and its ScotsIrish heritage, officials from Elizabethtown and Letterkenny established a sister city relationship through a memorandum of understanding. This agreement fostered cultural and educational exchanges for years, but changes in Letterkenny’s town council led to the agreement’s dissolution in 2014. Now, efforts are underway to restore this connection. To view the original memorandum and historical photos, visit www.etownonline .com/history.
In August 2024, Elizabethtown resident Kim Winey and her sister, Dana Smith, of Marshall, Va., traveled to Letterkenny, where they met local and county leaders, including Gerry McMonagle, chair of the Letterkenny area’s local government council. Guided by Donnan Harvey and Sean Cafferkey, they explored the town and its surroundings, capturing the journey through Winey’s photography. Now, it is Elizabethtown’s turn to host Harvey along with
Cafferkey and his family.
The festivities will begin with a March Supper Club event at Whisk Café, 98 Masonic Drive, Suite 102, on March 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. Reservations are required by calling 717-287-6381.
LIV-ETown’s 2nd Friday on March 14 will feature “Crazy Pat’s Quest for Letterkenny!” from 4 to 8 p.m. No tickets are required for the family-friendly sticker and scavenger hunt throughout downtown Elizabethtown.
On Saturday, March 15, The Spot Hometown Deli, 28 S. Market St., will offer a traditional Irish breakfast buffet from 8 a.m. to noon. The Creative Spaces of Kim Winey Photography - located behind P&J Pizza, 22 E. High St. No. 1, - will be the site of a meet-and-greet with the guests from Letterkenny from 10 to 11:30 a.m. The Elizabethtown Historical Society, 57 S. Poplar St., will present “Elizabethtown’s Past, Present, and Future” from 1 to 3 p.m., and self-guided tours will be available from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Winters Heritage House Museum, 47 E. High St.
The celebration will wrap up with a “Kegs and Eggs” event at Moo-Duck Brewery, 79 S. Wilson Ave., from 10 a.m. to noon on March 16. Tickets must be prepurchased in the taproom.
For more information, visit http://etownsirish weekend2025.sticky folios.com/.
Anyone who loves getting outside in nature should make plans to attend the Donegal Fish & Conservation Association’s (DFCA) Spring Outdoor Show. The event will be held on Saturday, March 15, at Maytown-East Donegal Fire Department, 160 E. High St., Maytown. It will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The show will feature a variety of outdoor groups sharing what they do and how to participate, said Charlie Hower, acting president of the DFCA.
“Fly tiers will be demonstrating how to tie various flies and have them for sale,” he said.
The show will also feature opportunities to buy and sell used hunting and fishing equipment, beef jerky for sale, fireworks for sale, Native American artifacts on display, information about local fishing clubs, woodworking and metalworking displays and much more. Participating organizations will include Chiques Rock Outfitters, conservation groups, the Pennsylvania Trappers Association, Precious Paws Community Cats and Boy and Girl Scout troops.
Additionally, food from Harvey’s Main Street BBQ will be for sale. Tickets may be purchased in advance from a member of the DFCA, or meals may be purchased at the event while supplies last.
DFCA has been holding an outdoor show for six decades. “Donegal Fish and Conservation Association is a 501(c)(3) club that has been around for 60 years, started by Ken Depoe and others to stock and raise trout for the
Donegal Creek,” Hower shared. “We have fisherpersons visit Donegal Creek from all over the country and enjoy the surroundings of the creek and the ability to be able to catch trout on a fly rod year-round.”
DFCA operates a cooperative nursery, raising and stocking 3,000 to 5,000 trout annually to stock Chiques Creek, Little Chiques Creek and Donegal Creek. The group also assists the state with stocking trout in other waterways.
“We stock several creeks for kids fishing derbies including the Conoy, Swarr Run and Donegal Presbyterian Church spring for our event coming up in April,” Hower said. Volunteers also hold regular trash cleanups on local waters and in local parks, plant trees and maintain riparian buffers.
Proceeds from the DFCA’s outdoor show help the group pay for trout for stocking, fish food, the cost of running aerators and more, he said.
The show offers an opportunity to explore outdoor opportunities in the region and to promote the vision of the DFCA. Holding it in the fire company’s building also supports that community effort.
“We have a mission to get adults and kids alike to participate in trout fishing on a local creek,” Hower remarked. “(This is) a great day to explore new adventures and communicate with the fire department volunteers and what they bring to the community.”
For more information on DFCA, visit https:// donegalcreek.com.
Donnan Harvey (left) and Sean Cafferkey, residents of Letterkenny, Ireland, are involved in renewing the sister city bond between their town and Elizabethtown.