The influence that the late Stan Deen had on New Holland - as a teacher, a director, and a member of the community - is well known. Stan, who passed away in July of 2016, founded Garden Spot Performing Arts (GSPA), the Garden Spot High School (GSHS) auditorium is named for him, and, according to Mike Ressler, chair of the New Holland Area Historical Society (NHAHS) board of trustees, “Everybody (who knew him) has a Stan Deen story.”
“Stan wanted everyone to be involved.”
Remarkable Mr. Deen.” The display will take up the main room of the NHAHS Museum, 207 E. Main St., New Holland. No end date has been set for the exhibit. Nate and Loewen were both at a movie at Penn Cinema in early 2024. Their short conversation in the lobby led to lunch and to Nate visiting a car show Loewen organized in midJuly - bringing along the 1973 Camaro Z28 that was used in “Brave the Dark.” More meetings and a tour of the NHAHS museum followed. “I said (the museum has) got to do something in conjunction with the movie,” said Loewen.
However, it was a chance meeting between NHAHS founder Steve Loewen and Nate Deen, who was taken in by Stan as a GSHS student and on whose life with Stan the soon-to-be-released film “Brave the Dark” is based, that has resulted in an exhibit called “The
Nate agreed, noting that Stan had done much for New Holland, but that others deserved credit as well. “To honor Stan is awesome,” he said. “But there are many in this community (who get involved). That’s what I love about this community.”
See Stan Deen pg 7
Cancer Support Group offers hope, compassion
BY FRANCINE FULTON
When the community cancer support group at Conestoga Mennonite Church in Morgantown disbanded, those seeking help with their cancer journey did not have far to go. This past fall, the group merged with the cancer support group at Weaverland Anabaptist Faith Community in East Earl. Meetings, which are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m., are led by Rodney Horst, the church’s pastor of care
ministries. The next scheduled meeting will be on Jan. 15.
The cancer support group in Morgantown was led by Cheryl Heineman, along with her husband, Paul, who both moved out of the area. “(Cheryl) and her husband were moving to Bloomsburg, and she was looking at finding a group where her members could plug into,” said Horst. “I went to observe their group meeting. I did some introductions and gave a synopsis of what our group was like.”
To make the transition even
See Support group pg 2
BY ANN MEAD ASH
A worthwhile project
Garden Spot High School (GSHS) senior Ayden Valotta has fond memories of spending time at the Welsh Mountain Community Center (WMCC) Park when he was younger. Not only did he play and sled there, but later, when he was a Den Chief in the New Holland Scouting America Troop 48, he participated in camping activities and Scouting ceremonies held at the facility.
So, in the summer of 2024, when Ayden was looking for an
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Scout helps refurbish wall at WMCC
Steve Loewen (left) and Nate Deen have partnered to bring an exhibit about Stan Deen to the New Holland Area Historical Society Museum.
Ayden Valotta, member of New Holland Scouting America Troop 48, stands with the wall he built at Welsh Mountain Community Center park to complete his Eagle Scout requirements.
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smoother for participants, the support groups met for a picnic last summer. “We (had) a picnic at Poole Forge park for both groups in August as a way of introducing the groups to each other with the understanding that we would start up again in September, and we have been meeting monthly,” said Horst.
Horst started the cancer support group at Weaverland in January of 2017. “I saw the need. … It seems like almost every family has been affected by cancer or knows someone who has,” he stated. “Our vision statement was, ‘To show love and compassion for persons and their caregivers facing cancer and offering hope through Jesus Christ.’”
At that time, Horst led the group activities. “We often had a guest speaker - someone who had experienced a journey with cancer or perhaps someone who had lost a loved one to cancer,” he said. “It was a time of sharing stories, updates and encouragement for one another. This included (learning) tips, advice and resources for navigating a cancer journey from other experiences.”
The group stopped meeting in January of 2020 and then did not meet again for several years because of the pandemic. “We started up again in October of 2023 with Patricia Wright, executive director of Upward Call Counseling Services, providing resourcing for our group,” Horst explained. “I help to coordinate and facilitate the group, but Patricia is the primary resource speaker. We are open to having guest speakers from time to time as well.”
Wright has a Bachelor of Arts in biblical and theological studies and a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Regent University. She received her master’s
degree in social work from Millersville University and is a licensed clinical social worker. Wright also has her doctorate in social work (ABD) and is currently working on her Doctor of Ministry with a specialization in leadership at Lancaster Bible College.
“The format for our evenings now is a welcome and short meditation or ice-breaking activity, followed by a time of input by Patricia,” noted Horst. “We usually provide an optional time of sharing updates and prayer requests with the group. We close out by enjoying a time of refreshments and fellowship with group members.”
He noted that the group is free and open to people of all ages, including cancer patients, survivors and caretakers. Educational information is provided at the meetings. “We have flyers and handouts with valuable information, tips and advice for people on a cancer journey, not only for
them but for caregivers,” he added.
Weaverland Anabaptist Faith Community is located at 210 Weaverland Valley Road, East Earl. Guests should use the main entrance facing south, off Route 897. Horst is on hand to greet visitors and show them to the room where the meetings take place. For more information about the cancer support group, contact rodney horst@weaverland.org. More information about the church and its activities is available at www .weaverland.org and www .facebook.com/weaver landmennonitechurch.
Scott and Jessi Sensenig of Lititz have announced the engagement of their daughter, Autumn Sensenig of Lititz, to Luke Zook of Reinholds.
The bride-elect graduated from Warwick High School in 2024 and attends Empire Beauty School, with a scheduled
graduation date in 2025. Mr. Zook is the son of Scott and Jess Zook of Reinholds. He graduated from Cocalico High School in 2022 and Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology in 2023. He is employed by GSM Industrial in Lancaster. A fall 2026 wedding is planned.
Birding field trips planned
The Lancaster County Bird Club (LCBC) will offer two field trips in January. The activities are free and open to the public, but participants must register with the group leader prior to the day of the trip.
A field trip at Riverfront Park near Marietta will take place from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Jan. 18. Participants will look for mergansers and other winter waterfowl along the river as well as ruby and golden-crowned kinglets, the brown creeper, and the yellow-bellied sapsucker in nearby trees. To register, contact Emily Broich at 717-333-9146 or emily broich@gmail.com.
On Saturday, Jan. 25, the venue will be Safe Harbor Dam and Observation
Road, and the program will be held from 9 a.m. to noon. This trip is geared for beginning birders, but everyone is invited. This walk is meant to introduce new birders to the hobby, including bird identification and binocular and mobile app use. Binoculars will be available to borrow. Attendees will look for birds such as waterfowl, bald eagles, other raptors, and winter migrants. To register, contact Sarah Gotwols at 717-9403804 or sarahann71880 @gmail.com.
For more information about the LCBC, visit www.lancasterbirdclub .org, www.facebook .com/lancasterbirdclub, or www.instagram.com/ lancasterbirdclub.
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Eagle Scout project, he contacted WMCC board member Joe Flaim. “Originally, when I was looking for projects, I was interested in (the WMCC) playset,” recalled Ayden, who ended up focusing on the wall that surrounds a section of the playset.
“(The wall) was 40 years old,” noted WMCC board member Sherry Bonham of the semicircular retaining wall that Ayden eventually removed and replaced.
Ayden, who lives in East Earl with his father, Robert; mother, Tyffany; and brother, Castiel, who is a Scouting America Tenderfoot, went to work securing materials to replace the wall, which is located at the foot of a long stairwell in the park. Funds were donated by local individuals and businesses and
the park itself, and work began in October 2024. Removing the old retaining wall required demolition with an auger, provided by J.B. Zimmerman Ace Hardware in New Holland, and a jack hammer. “Digging was hard,” stated Ayden. “It was mostly concrete, and there was extra fill.”
Materials to replace the approximately 70 feet of wall were provided at a discount by Lezzer Lumber. Ayden completed the work, which included a drainage system in addition to the new and improved wall, in November 2024.
Bonham said that the wall was in need of replacement for some time. “We have been wanting to replace a lot of playground equipment,” said Bonham.
“Every time we start to work on (the playground), something happens,” noted Bonham, who said furnace issues in the WMCC building have set back the cause of updating the playground. “We are open to new ideas for playground equipment and help with that,” she said, adding that the park must create more space for parking in the future as well. Ayden noted that working on updating the playset is a project he hopes to help with on his own in the future.
Looking back, Ayden noted he is grateful to WMCC for trusting him with the project, and he is thankful to the local companies for their donations and to family friends, fellow Scouts, and park members
for helping him to turn his plans into reality.
Ayden’s journey with Scouting began when he joined Cub Scout Pack 148 of New Holland as a Wolf. After earning the highest Cub Scout rank - the Arrow of Light - he crossed to Troop 48. He served as Den Chief in Webelos under Shane Bicking, who passed away in 2022. Ayden received his Den Chief award in 2023. He was nominated for Scouting’s Order of the Arrow that same summer. After being accepted into Wunita Gokhos Lodge 39 and receiving his brotherhood in the fall of 2023, Ayden participated in the Order of the Arrow Conference held in Denver, Colo., in the summer of 2024. At the conference, Ayden enrolled in leadership training and public speaking seminars, along with taking part in outdoor activities. As a Scout, Ayden has enjoyed canoeing, hiking, and camping, but he was especially interested in community service activities, including Scouting for Food and placing flags on the graves of veterans prior to each Memorial Day. With the completion of his project at the WMCC Park, he has satisfied all his Eagle Scout requirements. His Court of Honor is being planned for later this year.
Currently, Ayden is looking forward to graduating from GSHS in June. As a student at Lancaster County Career and Technology Center, he is studying architectural and CAD/ Design with the goal of eventually becoming a civil engineer working on road design.
WMCC is situated at 564 Sandmine Road, New Holland, where it borders both East Earl and Salisbury townships. It
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Vietnam War veterans share firsthand accounts with students
BY CATHY MOLITORIS
Thanks to a unique partnership with a local veterans group, students at several Lancaster County high schools can get a firsthand account of the Vietnam War. A panel of veterans, organized by Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) Chapter 1008, provides students with an immersive experience, offering insights that go beyond what they read in history books.
The panel, which has been visiting local schools for nearly a decade, includes veterans from the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force, each of whom share their unique perspectives.
Education chair John Hoober, who organizes the visits, explained that the veterans’ goal is not to teach a traditional history lesson but to engage students with personal stories. “What do these kids want to know about the Vietnam War and the Vietnam era?
Almost all of their questions lead to our personal experiences,” he said.
The panel is composed of diverse veterans with varying roles in the conflict. Some were boots on the ground, in the midst of the conflict, while others served in supplies, finance and mechanics. The diversity offers a well-rounded view of the war.
The veterans begin each program by introducing themselves and sharing their backgrounds, includ-
ing their service during major events like the Tet Offensive and the Brown Water Navy’s patrol of the Mekong Delta. Afterward, students have the opportunity to ask questions and engage directly with the veterans.
At most talks, students share their knowledge of the war, including experiences such as visiting the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. They often ask questions about post-traumatic stress See Veterans pg 8
Jon Crans is a 1995 graduate of Pennsylvania School of Art & Design, who felt God calling on his life to not only be an artist, but to pursue full-time service. His background in skateboarding and surfing led him into Action Sports ministry. He served as director at Watermen for Christ and then started ThreeSixteen Ministry, a non-profit outreach to the skateboarding culture. Artist, skateboarder, surfer, graphic designer.
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Ethan Sauder of Garden Spot shoots in a 497-484 loss against Manheim Central on Tuesday, January 7.
Spartans’ Gavin Courtney bowled a 618 series (179, 192, 247) at Rockey Spring Lanes against Lancaster Mennonite, resulting in
7-0 team victory on Tuesday, January 7.
Garden Spot’s Laina Steiner powers past Solanco’s Abby Landis during the Spartans’ 55-33 home loss against the Mules on Friday, January 3.
Spartans’ Niveyah Crabb drives to the net against a Solanco defender. Crabb tallied thirteen points in a tough 55-33 loss on Friday, January 3.
In a 55-33 loss on Friday, January 3, in New Holland, Garden Spot’s Al-jhnai McClain goes up for two points against Solanco.
Kayla Weaver of Garden Spot sinks a foul shot on Friday, January 3, in a tough 55-33 loss in New Holland against Solanco.
Garden Spot’s Jasmine Smucker drives the lane against Solanco’s Saskia Ludgate during a 55-33 loss in New Holland on Friday, January 3.
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photo by Randy Hess
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Stan was born in Lancaster, and he graduated from Penn Manor High School and later Millersville State College. Stan had developed a love for theater at an early age, and he moved to California, where he was an actor with the Pasadena Playhouse. Eventually, Stan returned to Lancaster, and he taught at Solanco High School for a few years before moving to GSHS. “When Stan arrived at GSHS in 1967, immediately, he organized a play,” recalled Ressler. Working together with teacher Frank Palumbo, Stan founded GSPA. In pulling together artifacts for the exhibit, Nate found multiple comments from ELANCO School District superintendents calling GSPA’s most recent production “the best one yet.”
“Stan wanted everyone to be involved,” recalled Nate, who is now a director as well as a producer but admitted he had no interest in theater prior to meeting Stan. “If (Stan) heard (an athlete) was hurt and couldn’t play, he would invite him to be in the show.”
Ressler played in the orchestra for GSPA shows both as a student and as a professional musician following graduation. “(Stan) would get some professionals into the mix and the kids would learn from
them,” recalled Nate. Loewen was involved in GSPA both before and after the 1976 car accident that left him paralyzed from the chest down. Loewen recalled working with the stage crew when Stan asked him to take over a part for a student who had dropped out. When Loewen said he preferred to stay backstage, Stan visited Loewen’s parents to enlist them in persuading him to take the part. Later, during a production of “Winnie the Pooh,” a wooden and paper tree was crafted around Loewen’s wheelchair so that he could greet children and others in the lobby prior to the play.
NHAHS vice chair Wilbur Horning remembered Stan’s legacy of pairing students in romantic roles who then went on to marry. “Many marriages were created by Stan,” said Horning, who noted a former New Holland pastor and his wife were cast as the leads in “Brigadoon” and that siblings Hillary and Josh Martin, who took over GSPA several years ago, are the children of a couple that was brought together by Stan.
“The Remarkable Mr. Deen” will include items pertinent to Stan’s life with special attention to his influence in New Holland. The camera used by
Stan’s father in his work for Hamilton Watch will be on display, as will a Christmas tree signifying Stan’s mother’s love of the holiday. An area is devoted to Stan’s GSHS desk, and photos of Stan are placed throughout. Pointing out the differences between his and Stan’s backgrounds - Nate has referred to Stan and himself as Barbra Streisand vs. Metallica - Nate noted the large number of photos of Stan as a child. “I have thousands of pictures of Stan,” said Nate. “Stan was born in 1937, and I have pictures from his first birthday in 1938. I didn’t have a first picture until I was 6.”
One area of the exhibit will be devoted to “Brave the Dark” with an actual movie poster and props from the film. “Stan’s jacket will go here,” said Nate, who added that “Brave the Dark,” star Jared Harris wore Stan’s actual jacket in the movie. “(Harris) was so honored to wear that,” shared Nate.
The NHAHS Museum is open each Thursday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There is no admission fee. Nate is hoping to provide some group tours when he is available. To arrange for a group tour, readers may call 717-3542049 and leave a voicemail. Tours will be free, but donations are appreciated.
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Sierra Club sets Polar Bear 5K
The Lancaster Group of the Sierra Club invites runners and hikers to participate in the 14th annual Polar Bear 5K Trail Run/Hike at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 18, in Lancaster County Central Park. Participants also may bring their dogs on a leash to run or walk with them in the 3.1-mile fun race, which is returning after a hiatus of a year. Race-day registration and check-in will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the park’s Pavilion 22 (Kiwanis Lodge); walk-ins will be accepted. Participants are asked to park at 826 Eshelman Mill Road, Lancaster, and take the shuttle to the race location.
Prizes and ribbons will be awarded. Recipients will include the overall top three male and female finishers; the first-, second- and third-place winners in numerous age and gender categories; and the first three finishers of any age who race with their dogs. Special door and dog prizes also will be presented.
The 5K route will be the same as it was in 2023,
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BANGOR EPISCOPAL-FOUNDED 1722. 4 mi. W of Morgantown on Rt. 23 in Churchtown. Sunday Holy Eucharist at 10am. All are welcome. Handicap accessible. Parking lot adjacent to the church off Water Street. For additional info., www.bangorepiscopal.org
BETHANY GRACE FELLOWSHIP: 400 Reading Road, East Earl (at the corner of Rt. 625 & Union Grove Rd.) Join us for worship, Sundays at 9 & 10:35AM. Adult, Youth, 56 Club classes at 10:35. Options for nursery-grade 4 during both time slots. Check us out at www.bethanygf.org or call 717-4456644 with questions. To Thrive | To Impact | To Unify.
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 758 Spruce Rd., New Holland 717-354-8428. “Building Community with Christ, to Impact a World without Christ” Pastor: Dr. Doug Bozung. Please go to cfcnewholland.org/visit for information concerning worship services, adult ministries, youth & children’s ministries.
CHURCHTOWN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: 2170 Main Street, Narvon (Churchtown). Phone: 717-445-5585, umcchurchtown@gmail.com. Pastor Dave Kling, dklingclm@gmail.com 5 mi East of New Holland on PA 23. Sunday worship at 9 am. Handicapped Access.
LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH (AG): Located at 105 Earland Dr., New Holland, invites you to join us for a time of contemporary worship and biblical preaching at our 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 services on Sunday morning and 7:00 service on Wednesday evening. Childcare for birth through 5th grade available during 2nd and 3rd Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening service. Lead Pastor: Stephen Ritchey. For more information on our services and programs, visit Lighthouseag.com
MT ZION UMC: 753 Mt. Zion Rd., Narvon, PA. Pastor: Ian Solodky, Worship Leader: Joe Liptock, Praise Band “3:16”. Adult Bible Study 9 am, Worship Service 10:15 am, Child Care Provided. We teach the traditional Gospel of Jesus Christ. All are welcome! Enjoy the views of our beautiful rural setting. Facebook.com/mtzionroad/ Instagram: Mt.Zion_narvon
OUR LADY OF LOURDES Catholic Church: 150 Water Street, New Holland, PA 17557 Father Steven Fauser, Pastor. Visit us online at www.ourladyoflourdesnh.com Sunday 8am & 10:30am. Saturday 5pm. Weekday Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9am.
PARKESBURG WORD OF FAITH CHURCH Sunday Service 10 am & Wednesday prayer at 7:30 pm - at 501 Lenover Rd., Parkesburg, PA 19365. Call 610-593-2277 www.parkesburgwordoffaith.org
PILGRIM BIBLE CHURCH: 5367 Paes Rd., New Holland. Located 1/4 mi from Welsh Mountain Rec. Center on Paes Rd., 717-354-9444. Sunday School 9:15 am, Worship Service 10:30 am. Nursery. Pastor: Norman Griess.
ST. JOHN CENTER LUTHERAN CHURCH: 599 Reading Rd., East Earl, PA 17519 717-445-5505. Sunday Worship at 11 am Visit us online: www.sjclutheran.org
ST. PAUL'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 105 W. Main Street., Terre Hill. 717-4455512. stpaulsumcterrehill@gmail.com Pastor Dave Kling, dklingclm@gmail.com Adult Sunday School at 9:30 AM, Worship at 11:00 AM. Handicap Accessible.
ST. STEPHEN REFORMED CHURCH (Presbyterian Church In America): “A Beacon on the Hill.” The Word of God is central to our worship. Sunday worship at 8:15 and 10:30am with Kingdom’s kids and nursery provided for the 10:30 service. Sunday school for all ages at 9:30am. Choir sings the last Sunday of each month. Youth group on Sundays at 6:00 pm for grades 6th-12th. Lead Pastor: Rev. Dr. Andrew DiNardo. 249 East Main Street, New Holland. 717-354-7871. http://ststephenpca.org
THE COMMUNITY CHURCH AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE: 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. Pastor Chet Yoder. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:00 am for our Live Stream Worship at www.gardenspotvillage.org/live
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disorder and Agent Orange, the herbicide used during the war, as well as experiences of “tunnel rats” - soldiers tasked with clearing underground enemy tunnels. The panelists share their stories of danger and survival, offering personal insights into the physical and emotional toll of their service.
The veterans also bring personal memorabilia to display and share with students before and after the panel presentations. Items include photos of the soldiers in their youth along with pieces of their uniforms or objects they kept with them while
they served.
Mary Nolt, a social studies teacher at Manheim Central High School, has hosted the veterans panel for several years.
“My hope is students will grasp the power of living history through the Vietnam veterans panel,” she said. “These gentlemen always come with a smile and willing and ready to share their stories with the students. … It is one thing for us to talk about the Vietnam War in history class; it is another for students to interact with and learn from those who lived through this time period in such a unique and special way.”
Along with a presentation at Manheim Central High School that happened earlier this month, the panel presented at Donegal High School, Garden Spot High School and Elizabethtown Area High School in December. January presentations also included dates at Lampeter-Strasburg High School and Cocalico High School. Upcoming sessions are scheduled for Columbia High School on Friday, March 21, and at Ephrata High School on Tuesday, March 25.
The veterans’ visit is part of the ongoing mission of VVA Chapter 1008 to educate the public about the Vietnam War and honor those who served. The group also participates in community service, such as ringing bells for the Salvation Army during the holidays and sending sympathy cards to families of deceased Vietnam veterans.
Chapter 1008 currently has about 150 members and welcomes new recruits who served on active duty in Vietnam between November 1, 1955, and May 7, 1975, or in any duty location between August 5, 1964, and May 7, 1975. For more information, visit https://vva.org.
Veterans bring personal items to display at the panel presentations.
winding through the park on well-maintained trails with some hills.
There is a fee. For more information and to register, visit https://tinyurl. com/SCLGPolarBear 5K2025.
All money raised by this event, the Sierra ClubLancaster Group’s major fundraiser, will support local efforts to ease climate change, the reason polar bears and other creatures are at risk of extinction. Funds raised in the 2025 race will help finance the organization’s green project grant program, which over the past nine years has awarded grants of up to $500 to 95 Lancaster County organizations with environmental preservations projects. The money also will help support the Lancaster
Group’s free-to-the public outdoor activities and educational programs.
The Sierra Club is a national organization with a chapter in each state. The Lancaster Group, one of 10 in the Pennsylvania Chapter, has approximately 1,500 members. For more information, email Sierra ClubEvent@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/ sierraclublancaster.
Historical society plans meeting
The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley will begin a new year of educational programs with its annual show and tell meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 22, at 7 p.m. at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 167 E. Main St., Ephrata. Attendees are invited to share their unique treasures and the stories behind them.
The program is free and
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Postcard club meeting to focus on birds
The Lancaster County Postcard Club will meet at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 20, at the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster. The program for the afternoon, which will include member participation, will be “Favorite Bird & Why,” and the postcard competition will be “Birds (No Chickens).”
The meeting is open to the public. For more information, call 717413-6882 or search for “Lancaster County Postcard Club” on Facebook.
Mountain Youth Center in 1970. When the center was destroyed by fire in 1981, it was reconstructed as WMCC with a board to help oversee serving area residents with recreational and educational programs. Reservations for both the building and the park may be made by calling 717354-2624. “We are a wellguarded secret up here,” shared Bonham. More information about WMCC may be found at http:// welshmtpark.org.
open to the public. The parking lot and entrance are located off the alley at the rear of the church. In the case of inclement weather, the historical society will follow the Ephrata Area School District’s closing schedule.
For more information about the historical society, visit www.cocalicovalleyhs .org or call 717-733-1616.
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& frame 4-bedroom farmhouse; a 3,600 sq. ft. bank barn plus a 3,072 sq. ft. 4-bay truck garage shop on 3.60-acres zoned residential medium. Farmhouse main floor includes a 16’x24’ living room w/HW floors & bay window; office/bonus room; 22’x18’ eat-in style kitchen/dining area, painted wood cabinetry, range & fridge; laundry & powder room; upper level includes 4-bedrooms & full bath; attic storage; partial unimproved basement w/ Bilco egress door; oil HW furnace; on-site well, water softener system; public sewer; 200-amp svc; attached 22’x26’ 2-car garage; covered southeast side flagstone porch; 20’x20’ west side PVC patio/deck; annual taxes: $5,087. Outbuildings: an older 3,600 sq. ft. cattle bank barn w/upper level hay storage, main level former dairy, box stalls & milk house; a 48’x64’ masonry block heated truck garage shop w/4-14’x12’ OH doors; nice macadam drive & parking area, approx. 2.5-acre pasture. For info call/text auctioneer @ (717) 371-3333.
Terms: 10% down day of sale, balance in 60-days. Attorney: Patrick Deibler (717) 354-7700.
Note: Splendid 1800’s farmhouse w/lots of living space, deep windowsills, hardwood flooring, rich character throughout. Bank barn for animals & hay storage; large heated 4-bay truck shop! 3.60-acres would be ideally suited for produce/greenhouse farming. Favorable Residential Medium zoning! For Photos & Detailed Listing Visit www.martinandrutt.com
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REAL ESTATE PUBLIC AUCTION
Valuable Real Estate
19.7 Acre Tract w/700 Hd. Hog Barn
SAT., JAN. 18, 2025 @ 10:00 AM
Location: 795A Wollups Hill Rd., Stevens, PA 17578 (W. Cocalico Twp./Lanc. Co.)
Directions: Rt. 272 North of Ephrata, to Wabash Rd. (@ Four Seasons). Turn left, follow to 4 way stop. Go straight across onto Indiantown Rd. Follow to Wollups Hill Rd. Turn right follow to property on left (just before turnpike underpass). OR From Rt. 272 in Reamstown, follow Church St. into Denver which becomes Main St., continue straight which becomes Steinmetz Rd. Follow to Wollups Hill Rd. Turn right. Follow approx 1/2
REAL ESTATE: 19.7 acre farmette w/700 hd. hog fattening barn.
Property Details: 19.7 acre farmette w/700 hd. hog fattening barn, manure storage below slatted floor, 2 feed bins. Round concrete manure storage pit. 7000 bu. grain bin w/drying floor & fan. 22’x32’ shed. Run-in shed. All on 19.7 +/- acres w/5 acres currently tillable cropland, approx. 2 acres fenced pasture, and 10 acres woodland. On-site well. Zoned: OS/Woodland District. W. Cocalico Twp. Annual taxes: Approx. $900. Enrolled in Clean & Green. Auctioneer Note: Prime opportunity to purchase acreage w/ existing hog fattening barn, woodland and tillable acreage. Potential as custom home site for your personal residence. Check w/ W. Cocalico Twp. for possibilities. Minutes to Denver, Shoeneck, Reamstown, Stevens, Adamstown, & Ephrata. Very easy access to Rts. 272, 222, & PA turnpike. Sellers have purchased a farm and want to sell.
Terms: 10% down, settlement on or before March 19, 2025. Patrick Deibler, Atty. 717-354-7700.
Showings By Appointment Only. Contact Gerald @ 717-917-5223. Contact Tim Weaver @ 717.354.9524 with any questions. - Shoeneck/Denver/Stevens Area -
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room; covered rear deck. House has newer metal roof; public sewer hook-up (2023); private well; LPGas furnace w/ air-handler (needs repair). House has a spectacular covered front porch and retains many original characteristics inside like exposed stone walls, deep window sills, plank flooring, visible floor joist. The restoration is not complete, bring your dreams and finish it to your liking.
DETACHED GARAGE/SHOP: A very desirable 2-story concrete block & framed 40’x 24’ garage/shop. Has (2) 16’ wide x 7’ high overhead doors; elec. service; concrete floor; inside steps to second level; set-up for woodshop (could be hay/straw storage); double swinging door for outside access or fork-lift access; shingle roof. Conestoga Valley School District; West Earl Twp; zoned AG; total taxes are approx. $4,816.
AUCTIONEER NOTE: This property is rich in local history and dates to 1763 construction. Well water is drawn from original Diamond Spring Water aquifer. Limestone structure built with stones from surrounding farmland, most of the original wood trim and flooring inside. Local nature walk area behind the property.
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Saturday, Jan. 18, from 1-3 PM. Call/Text Auctioneer at 717-587-8906.
BRIEF TERMS: $30,000 down payment the day of auction, balance in 60days. Bid in-person or on-line. Visit our website www.martinandrutt.com or Facebook or Instagram
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Event to mark 500th anniversary of Anabaptism
An event celebrating the 500th anniversary of the Anabaptist movement will take place from Monday to Wednesday, Jan. 20 to 22, at Petra Church, 565 Airport Road, New Holland. Worship and prayer will take place daily at 10 a.m., and sessions will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. The sessions were created with input from various Anabaptist groups. The Anabaptist movement was sparked on Jan. 21, 1525, during the Reformation by the rebaptism of three young leaders. Anabaptists include the Amish, Mennonites, the Brethren in Christ, and Hutterites.
The event will celebrate the anniversary through six primary areas of focus: remembrance, reverence, reflection, repentance, rebaptism, and re-mission. This 500-year mark of the believer’s baptism will also offer an opportunity to look to the future.
For more details, call Lloyd Hoover at 717-3816641 or Dave Smucker at 717-740-2989. People may also speak with Elmer Fisher, Ken Reinford, Josh Smucker, or Reuben Stoltzfus.
Registration is recommended; to register, visit www.allianceus.org/ the-invitation.
Soup sale fundraiser posted
The Caernarvon Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary will present a soup sale fundraiser at the Caernarvon Fire Company, 2145 Main St., Narvon, on Friday, Jan. 17, from 11 a.m. until sold out.
Offered for sale will be fresh ham and bean soup and chicken corn noodle soup by the quart. Frozen cheeseburger soup will also be available by the quart. Pickup will be in the basement of the fire hall.
For more information, visit the Caernarvon Fire Company Facebook page.
