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BY ANN MEAD ASH

New Holland Lions Club member Dustin Spencer was not sure when the club first held a fundraiser spaghetti dinner for Garden Spot High School (GSHS) sports teams, but he did not hesitate to do some research on the subject. “I remember (attending the dinners) when I was a little kid,” said Spencer, who later reported that the first dinner was held in 1994.

This year’s all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner will be held on Saturday, March 23, from 4 to 7 p.m. in the cafeteria at GSHS, 669 E. Main St., New Holland. For 2024, the Lions are partnering with the New Holland Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) Lodge 413 to hold the event.

“This is our first dinner since 2019,” said Spencer, who noted that the benefit was interrupted in 2020 by COVID-19 restrictions. This year’s menu will include

Good sports

Spaghetti dinner to benefit student-athletes

spaghetti and meatballs, salad, bread, and a variety of desserts. The eat-in option will be all-youcan-eat, but per-ticket takeout meals will be also be available.

The event has benefited the GSHS baseball team for at least 10 years, and this year, the lacrosse program will benefit as well. “We do the behind-thescenes work,” said Spencer. “The kids on the teams will be the servers, clear the tables, and seat people.”

Tickets may be purchased from Spencer by calling 717-203-3225 or from Odd Fellows member Ralph Hess at 717-354-2200. Tickets should also be available at the door on the night of the dinner.

“In 2019, we sold 800 tickets,” recalled Spencer, who said the event was so well attended, kitchen workers had to go to a nearby grocery store to purchase more food. Spencer said he would be happy to see 700 attend this

See Spaghetti dinner pg 3

Happy Easter meals

BY ANN MEAD ASH

Amy Marburger, food and nutrition manager with CrossNet Ministries, is not sure exactly how long the organization has been giving away special Easter meals, but this is her fifth year serving them, and she knows they were distributed for at least seven years before she took the position. In 2023, Marburger oversaw the preparation of 125 meal packs with more assembled later for a total of 135. This year, she plans to prepare 150 to give away.

The 2024 Easter meal will be distributed from a CrossNet van

See CrossNet Ministries pg 5

Local quilts help support Fairmount’s Sharing Fund

BY ANN MEAD ASH

In 1990, Fairmount held its first auction and chicken barbecue. From the beginning, handmade quilts, made by area sewists, have been a part of the event. “In the first year, a quilt was donated, which was what started the auction,” reported Swailes. “Then in the next couple of years, people would donate completed quilts (to be sold).”

According to Swailes, about four or five years after the first auction, the initial Quilting Days

was held. Quilting Days brings together stitchers who live in the area surrounding Fairmount, which is located on a plateau in Ephrata high above the surrounding farm fields, to stitch beautiful quilts, which are later sold to benefit the organization’s Sharing Fund.

This year, Quilting Days took place in Fairmount’s Farm Crest Community Room, 1100 Farm Crest Drive, Ephrata, on Feb. 17, 20, and 21, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. More than 200 quilters gathered over the three days.

See Fairmount pg 4

Lions Club member Dustin Spencer (left) and Odd Fellows Lodge member Ralph Hess are preparing for the spaghetti dinner that will benefit Garden Spot High School sports teams.

Jodi Rabert (left) and Amy Marburger hold items that the CrossNet Food and Nutrition Center will hand out at this year’s Easter meal giveaway.

Garden Spot Communities announces new affiliation

The board of directors for Garden Spot Communities and Frederick Living announced that the affiliation of the two organizations has been finalized. Garden Spot Communities and Frederick Living share a similar mission and values as faith-based, nonprofit continuing care retirement communities.

Garden Spot Communities’ collective footprint includes Garden Spot Village and Maple Farm in Lancaster County and Frederick Living in Montgomery County.

St. Patrick’s Celebration planned

The Knights of Columbus will host a St. Patrick’s Celebration at Our Lady of Lourdes, 150 Water St., New Holland, on Saturday, March 9, at 6 p.m. The event will feature Irish food and entertainment by Erin Varley and his band,

Seamus Madigan and the Publicans. Attendees must be at least 21 years old. To purchase tickets, call John Henry at 717-690-6397. Proceeds of the event will benefit charitable organizations in the community.

Fire company posts breakfast

Fivepointville Fire Company - Station 32, 1087 Dry Tavern Road, Denver, will hold a buffet breakfast on Saturday, March 9, from 6 to 10 a.m. The all-you-can-eat meal will include scrambled eggs, bacon, scrapple, sausage

gravy, hash browns, pancakes, toast, fresh fruit, and doughnuts, along with chocolate milk, orange juice, and coffee. There is a fee, with a discount for children ages 5 to 12. Children age 4 and under may eat for free.

Community meal announced

Weaverland Anababtist Faith Community, 210 Weaverland Valley Road, East Earl, will host a

community meal on Wednesday, March 13. The event will begin at 5:30 p.m.

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JBT appoints branch managers

Jonestown Bank & Trust Co. (JBT) recently announced the appointment of branch experience managers in the bank’s southern region, which consists of JBT’s Lancaster County branch locations in Ephrata, Lititz and Manheim. Branch experience managers oversee the operations, staff and client experience within the branch.

Thong Phorasavong is the branch experience manager at the Ephrata branch,

where she was previously branch team leader. She has been with JBT since 2018.

Sarah Blauch is the branch experience manager at JBT’s Lititz branch. Blauch also joined JBT in 2018 and was most recently branch team leader at Lititz.

Charis Gramm has been with JBT for four years and is the branch experience manager at the bank’s Manheim branch. Previously, Gramm was the branch team leader at the Manheim location.

GSFR to sell Easter eggs, flowers

Garden Spot Fire Rescue (GSFR), 339 E. Main St., New Holland, will sell peanut butter and coconut Easter eggs for a fee per pound. To preorder, contact Nate Martin at natem@ gsfr39.net or Anita Witmer

at anitaw@gsfr39.net. The eggs will be available after Monday, March 11.

The fire company will also sell assorted Easter flowers from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 29, and Saturday, March 30.

VFW slates bingo events

New Holland Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) holds bingo on the first Tuesday of each month. Doors open and food is available at 6 p.m., and bingo starts at 7 p.m. The events are held in the

banquet hall at the American Legion, 35 S. Hoover Ave., New Holland. This activity is open to anyone over 18 years of age.

The location for bingo was previously printed incorrectly.

year, since it is the first time the event will be held in four years.

Hess said the clubs are looking forward to working together. “We are partnering with the Lions Club because they are short of manpower and so are we,” he said. “Together we can do something good.”

The New Holland Lions Club meets at Yoder’s Restaurant, 14 S. Tower Road, New Holland, on the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. Guests are invited to attend a meeting to hear about the Lions Club’s service

activities benefiting the community. For more information, call 717-3550230 or email lionjbron@ yahoo.com.

The Odd Fellows Lodge meets on the first and third Mondays of each month at the Charles E. Ludwig VFW Post 7362, 755 Rancks Church Road, New Holland, at 7:30 p.m. The first meeting is a business meeting and the second is a social meeting. Readers who are interested in learning more about membership may email earllodgesecretary@ gmail.com.

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During that time, they stitched quilt tops on up to a dozen racks. A total of 10 quilts were completed, with another four nearly completed. “The unfinished quilts will be set up in a quilting area for Fairmount residents to complete,” explained Carol Swailes, Fairmount public relations coordinator and a quilter herself. “(Residents) will probably (be working on one quilt at a time) most of the time between now and auction day.”

All the finished quilts will be sold at the 2024 auction and chicken barbecue, which will be held on Saturday, Sept. 14, at New Covenant Mennonite Fellowship, 529 E. Farmersville Road, New Holland.

Quilting Days brings local residents together in community, and the bright shades of the quilts and the soft voices of the women chatting as they work provide an interlude during the cold and often dark days of February. Quilting Days attracts many Fairmount residents and local families. Swailes noted that groups of sisters were gathered at some quilt racks.

When Swailes visited the gathering on Feb. 21, she noted that this year’s quilt tops are especially colorful. She recalled that black and gold were predominant colors last year. “This year there isn’t a decisive color scheme,” noted Swailes. Indeed, for 2024, a variety

of hues, including pink and green, light blue, and cranberry and white were present. “I think what makes a really great quilt is contrast (in the colors),” said Swailes, pointing out a quilt that used black pieces to frame brightly hued squares. As she walked between the rows of sewists, Swailes pointed out the small plastic containers sitting on top of the material. “When you quilt, you keep a little plastic cup on the quilt all the time to keep extra

Sierra Club seeking grant proposals

The Sierra Club - Lancaster Group will accept proposals for the next round of its “green project” grants through Sunday, March 31. Any Lancaster County 501(c) (3) organization with a project that promotes sustainability, expands environmental awareness and improves green infrastructure is eligible to apply for a grant.

The program annually awards grants of up to $500 to charitable, educational or business 501(c)(3) groups that demonstrate a commitment to the Sierra Club’s mission of “exploring, enjoying and protecting the planet” in Lancaster County. When applying for a grant, organizations should consider how their projects relate to an ecological preservation or educational effort. Projects may focus on topics such as storm water management, rain gardens and rain barrels; native plantings; pollinator plants; organic gardens; composting programs; or hands-on learning. The Lancaster Group will offer its expertise and labor to support the projects that are awarded grants. Eightyfour organizations have been awarded grants over the past eight years.

threads in,” said Swailes, who observed the many quilt patterns and talked to the stitchers about their work. Often a pattern goes by more than one moniker or combines the names of a few different patterns. One group called the quilt the members were stitching an Irish Chain Postage Stamp, but then noted that the real name was Rainbow Around the World. One black, white, aqua, and teal quilt pattern was called Kaleidoscope, and a cranberry, black, and white quilt done in applique and emblazoned with the words “I Am the Rose of Sharon, the Lily of the Valley” was called Log Cabin Star. “There’s one over here that I find interesting because it’s kind of whimsical,” noted Swailes, pointing out a double wedding ring patterned quilt done in black, tan, white, and cream. Another quilt sported a pattern called Boston Commons.

Fairmount’s Sharing Fund, which aids residents who have exhausted their finances, has an annual budget of $2.8 million. Fairmount, a nonprofit retirement community founded in 1968, is located on two adjoining campuses in Ephrata. Readers who would like to know more about the organization may visit https:// fairmounthomes.org.

To apply, visit http:// lancastersierraclub.org/ grant-program/. After submission, an email will be returned to confirm that the proposal has been received.

Winners will be announced on Earth Day, Monday, April 22, and soon after, a list of the awardees will be posted at www.lancastersierra club.org.

The grant program has been supported by funds raised primarily through the Lancaster Group’s former Polar Bear 5K Trail Run/Hikes and, more recently, from funds received through its participation in Lancaster’s annual ExtraGive. For additional details, contact Jim Meenan at 717-4750586 or at jimsmeenan@ gmail.com.

Joining in the stitching at Fairmount’s annual Quilting Days event were (from left) Reba Yoder, Dolly Kauffman, and Priscilla Herr.

Quilts in a variety of patterns were completed during Fairmount’s annual Quilting Days in February.

parked in the corner of the New Holland United Methodist Church parking lot adjacent to the CrossNet Food and Nutrition Center on Monday, March 25. The drive-through pickup will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. CrossNet clients who have appointments on Wednesday, March 27, may pick up their meals at that time.

Each meal will include a ham, which CrossNet purchases at a discount; potatoes, donated by Shady Maple; carrots; eggs purchased from Community Action Partnership and the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank; corn and green beans, being collected through

a Manna Bag donation program at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church; chicken noodle soup; rice; canned fruit; dessert items; and candy bags purchased at the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank.

Families and individuals in need of meals may call 717-355-2454 and press 1 for the food pantry to sign up by Monday, March 18.

Marburger said that area residents are welcome to donate items specifically for the Easter meal, but the pantry has other needs they may consider helping to meet as well.

“We’ve seen a big jump (in the number of clients

we are serving),” Marburger stated. “We are helping double (the clients) we served last January.” The higher numbers have made it especially difficult to obtain non-food items for clients. “We are struggling with keeping personal care (items) and cleaning products (on the shelves),” said Marburger, who specifically listed shampoo, body wash, deodorant, laundry detergent, and paper products among those needs. “It’s nice when they are donated,” she said. Readers who would like to learn more about CrossNet may visit www.elanco cross.org.

Ware Center to screen documentary

As part of its On Screen/ In Person series, the Arts at Millersville University will present a screening of the documentary “Our American Family” on Wednesday, March 13, at 7 p.m. at the Ware Center, 42 N. Prince St., Lancaster.

“Our American Family” is a portrait of a closeknit Philadelphia family grappling with the legacy of generational substance abuse. Captured at a pivotal time over the course of a year, the footage shows

the five family members struggling to find hope and explore what is possible through love.

A pre-show panel discussion will take place at 6:15 p.m. It will feature Ryan Orr, Millersville University assistant professor of sociology; Judge David L. Ashworth, president judge of the Lancaster County Court of Common Pleas and founder of the Lancaster Drug Court; Kayla Weiler, manager of addiction medicine at Penn Medicine; and

Easter egg hunt slated

Revelations of Freedom Ministries and Freedom Thrift will sponsor a community Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 16, at

10 a.m. The event will take place at 114 Rancks Church Road, New Holland.

The Easter Bunny will be available for photos.

Chris Dreisbach, CEO of Blueprints for Addiction Recovery and addiction survivor.

After the film showing, there will be a question-and-answer session with the film’s director, Hallee Adelman, and the mother of the family featured in the documentary, Linda Geraghty.

Tickets are free but required for entry. They may be reserved at www .artsmu.com, by calling 717-871-7600, or in person at the Ware Center or at the Student Memorial Center on the campus of Millersville University.

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Garden Spot Village (GSV), 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, has announced upcoming events, including support group meetings. All support group programs are free and open to the public. For more details, call 717-355-6000.

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Alzheimer’s disease, will meet on Monday, March 11, at 10 a.m. in the chapel at Meadow View, 800 Kraybill Ave., New Holland. The group will experience a virtual dementia tour.

Fellow Travelers in Community, for people noticing cognitive changes in themselves, will meet on Wednesday, March 13, at 10 a.m. The program will be held in the theater.

A virtual dementia tour will be offered on Tuesday, March 19, at 11 a.m. at Meadow View for caregivers of people living with dementia. Melody Karick, dementia educator and consultant, will offer this interactive presentation intended to build a greater understanding of dementia by increasing awareness and empathy. Registration is required by calling the aforementioned number.

Compassionate Neighbors in Community will meet on Wednesday, March 20, at 10 a.m. in the theater; the group is for friends or family members of those experiencing cognitive challenges. Dr. Emory Otto, a psychologist with Family Life, will discuss “The Unexpected Journey: Dementia,

Attachment, Depression, and a Love That Endures.”

The meeting will be facilitated by Karick and fellow GSV team member Leslie Sitlinger.

Parkinson’s Friends in Community, for individuals with Parkinson’s and their friends and families, will meet on Monday, March 25, from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Garden Towers. Crush PD Fitness owner and trainer Sue Reath will offer an interactive session that will get participants up and moving.

The Cairn University Chorale will perform at GSV as part of its spring tour on Wednesday, March 6, at 7 p.m. in the chapel. The coed ensemble travels across the country and around the world performing major choral works from the standard repertoire, including oratorios, hymn settings, and spiritual arrangements.

Local flute teacher and GSV team member Beth Shirk and her students will present a flute recital on Friday, March 8, at 7 p.m. The concert will feature a variety of music from Bach to the Beatles.

The Saturday Evening

Concert Series will continue on Saturday, March 16, at 7 p.m. with a performance by local musicians Jocelyn Crosby and Doug Wimer in the chapel. The concert will consist of classical music for the flute and piano.

Lighthouse Vocational Services will offer a pop-up sale of crafts, cards, and more with a spring and Easter theme in the Village Square from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20. Lighthouse provides educational enrichment and community integration experiences for persons with developmental disabilities.

The Mennonite Children’s Choir of Lancaster will perform in the chapel on March 20 at 7 p.m. The concert will include pieces from throughout the choir’s history, including “Praise His Holy Name,” “Goliath,” “O Love,” “All God’s Creatures,” and “As the Deer.”

The Mennonite Children’s Choir of Lancaster began as a group of 31 singers in 1998. Since then, the program has grown to include auditioned and non-auditioned choral opportunities for over 150 children and youths in kindergarten through grade 12 each year. The singers represent a variety of churches, schools, and communities across Lancaster, Lebanon, and Chester counties. They gather on Tuesday evenings from August through May to participate in rigorous classes and rehearsals to prepare for sharing times and their Christmas and spring concert series. GSV will host the ELANCO Ministerium’s Good Friday service in the chapel on Friday, March 29, at 1:30 p.m. The theme for the service is “Witnesses to the Cross.” The Village Voices and the Village Ringers will provide special music.

Club and museum announce strategic partnership

Lancaster County Bird Club (LCBC) has formed a strategic partnership with the North Museum of Nature and Science with the aim of enhancing ornithological education and outreach in southcentral Pennsylvania. The partnership will put special emphasis on finding ways to share the science of ornithology and the hobby of birding with residents of southcentral Pennsylvania and help youths develop an understanding of wild birds and the conservation issues they face.

As part of the partnership approved by the LCBC board of directors in December 2023, LCBC will now hold its September through March programs at the museum on the second Thursday of each of those months at 7 p.m. The programs are free and open to the public, and feature a speaker on a topic related to the science of ornithology and the hobby of birding.

the conservancy as a permanent outdoor classroom space. LCBC and the North Museum will also explore ways to work together to see that the museum’s world-class ornithological collection - with most specimens dating back to the 1800s - will continue to be available for generations to come.

LCBC has a long history of involvement and association with the museum resulting from the club’s early ties to Franklin & Marshall College and ornithologists and staff members at the college who were key to the museum’s founding. LCBC remains one of the longest-supporting financial contributors to the museum, supporting the museum’s natural history program and ornithological collection since its founding.

LCBC and the North Museum will also look at ways to collaborate on enhancing existing educational offerings related to wild birds and their conservation as well as expanding birding-related offerings to particularly target youths through engaging a variety of youth-focused organizations. The partnership will also open ways for both entities to collaborate on birding-related offerings at Millport Conservancy; the museum recently took charge of oversight and support roles at the conservancy and will utilize

LCBC has been dedicated to securing the cultivation of public sentiment in the preservation of Lancaster County’s native bird life since its founding in December 1937. The club is a nonprofit membership organization with a mission focused on bird observation, conservation and education, and promoting the recording and dissemination of bird observations. The club consists of more than 350 members and fulfills its mission through building partnerships and a variety of offerings, such as field trips, lectures, programs and scholarships. More information is available at www.lancasterbirdclub.org.

4-H club schedules meeting

The Lancaster County 4-H Solanco Community Club will hold its organizational meeting on Monday, March 11, in the cafeteria at Solanco High School, 585 Solanco Road, Quarryville, at 6:30 p.m.

Attendees will discuss plans for the year, go over enrollment information, and have opportunities to ask questions. Youths must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Future club meetings will be held at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of each month

from April to August.

All 4-H programs are available to all youths ages 8 to 18 before Jan. 1 of the current year. The Solanco Community Club also offers a Cloverbud Program for children ages 5 to 7.

To learn more, email Amy Rineer at scoutrineer6@ comcast.net.

For more information and to request accommodations for a person with a disability, contact Laura Rodgers, Extension educator, at 717-394-6851 or LancasterExt@psu.edu.

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Dog show planned

The Celtic Classic Dog Show will take place from Wednesday to Sunday, March 13 to 17, at the York Expo Center, 334 Carlisle Ave. The event will give local residents an opportunity to learn more about different dog breeds and the art of showing dogs. About 8,000 entries are expected over the course of the show. Dog show tours will be available, and guests may sign up at the Kennel Club table inside the arena. Vendors and concessions will be available.

The York Kennel Club, Delaware County Kennel Club and Lancaster Kennel Club sponsor the show. This is the 17th year York has hosted.

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ATGLEN MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH: E. Main and Dallas Sts., Atglen, PA. Joe Newsome, Interim Pastor. Join us Sundays at 11am as we preach Christ crucified, risen and coming again so all may come to a personal, saving relationship with Christ.

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

Dancing, music can chase winter blues away

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Tired of the short, cold days? Suffering from a touch of cabin fever? Have you got the winter blahs?

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.

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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. 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

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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

WEAVERLAND ANABAPTIST FAITH COMMUNITY: 210 Weaverland Valley Rd., East Earl, www.weaverland.org 717445-6348. Restoring lives by encountering Christ. Lead Pastor Brian Martin. Sunday worship services: 8 & 10:30am, w/Sunday Schl for all ages at 9:30am. Vibrant Young Adult, Youth & Children’s Ministries. Aglow/60 Plus & Men’s & Women’s Care Ministries.

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The Big, Big Jazz Band has the remedy. It involves tapping your feet, grooving to music, and leaving the house for a night out.

“People want to get out of the house. By this time, people are tired of snow. We’re giving people a night on the town if they want to come out,” said Al Kernc, publicity manager for the Big, Big Jazz Band.

The Big, Big Jazz Band will present its 42nd annual Beat the Winter Blahs Ball on Friday, March 8, at the Lancaster Country Club, 1466 New Holland Pike, Lancaster. The music will start at 7:30 p.m., and the event involves a cash bar and a chef’s breakfast bar at 10:30 p.m.

“It’s a really nice atmosphere,” Kernc continued. “There are tables surrounding the dance floor. People sit and listen. When the band starts, people start dancing. We play a mix of slow tunes and fast songs. The lights are down low. It’s a really nice venue overlooking the golf course.”

A nonprofit, the 20-piece Big, Big Jazz Band will play three 45-minute sets featuring swing, jazz combos and sounds of the big band era. There is an admission fee associated with the ball, but everyone is invited and Lancaster Country Club memberships are not required to attend.

“We do it for our patrons and followers,” said Kernc. “They’re just people from around Lancaster County

who have followed the band for years. We have a pretty loyal following. Some I recognize and some I don’t. They’re just people who like the big band sound.”

The Big, Big Jazz Band is hoping to draw 150 to 200 attendees to the Beat the Winter Blahs Ball in order to raise $2,000 to $3,000 for the band’s operating expenses. Of the 10 fundraisers that the Big, Big Jazz Band will play in 2024, the Beat the Winter Blahs Ball is the only whose proceeds will go back to the band.

“The proceeds go towards sustaining the band,” said Kernc. “You’ve got to keep it running. This is the one job we do to raise funds so we can play for other people. We make a little money and it goes into the music.”

Kernc explained that the band’s other events raise money for fellow nonprofits.

“We help other charities in the Susquehanna Valley raise funds. We’re a human service agency that provides music,” he said.

Organized in 1968 as the Bob Troxell Big, Big Band, the Big, Big Jazz Band is made up of four trumpets, four trombones, five saxophones, a drum kit, a bass guitar and a piano. The band also features vocalist Mary Ann Garrett and is directed by Gary Peters. A host of other musicians serve as substitutes.

Troxell, who played trombone in the Penn State Blue Band while working his way through college, entertained a lifelong love of music and passed it on to the next

The Big, Big Jazz Band features a lot of brass.

Auction

ANTIQUES,

COLLECTIBLES, HOUSEHOLD GOODS, TOOLS

Preview Times - Tues., March 12 from 2:00 P.M. thru 5:00 P.M. and Wed., March 13 from 8:00 A.M.

*The following is just a very general list of items to be sold.

Photos representing the entire auction will be posted on our website www.horstauction.com on Tues., March 5. Sale to be held at Horst Auction Center, 50 Durlach Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522. (The corner of Rt. 322 & Durlach Rd., approx. 2½ miles west of Ephrata.)

340 Take 897 N. Approx. 4 Mi. Left On Honeysuckle Ln., Property On Right. From Ranck Rd. & 897 Go South 1/3 Mile Turn Right On Honeysuckle Lane, Property On Right. .90 ACRE LOT

SPLIT

OPEN HOUSE DATES: Sat., March 9th, 1-3 P.M., Sat., March 23rd, 1-3 P.M. or by Appt. Contact Daniel @ 717-606-3020.

NOTE: A Great Starter Home In The Southern Side Of The Welsh

Mountains With A House & Recently New 2-Story Barn All On .90 Acre Lot With Backyard Area Backing Up To Woods, Overseeing Your Wildlife From The Back Deck Area, Only Minutes To White Horse - Rt. 23, Sellers Are Moving To Another Area And Serious To Sell. Don’t Miss This Affordable Property. Deposit or Bridge Loans Available to Qualified Buyers. TERMS: $40,000 Down Day of Auction. Settlement On Or Before May 30th, 2024. Offering 1% Broker Participation To Realtors If You Register 72 Hrs. Prior To Auction Date.

Auction Team:

Daniel F. Stoltzfus, 717-606-3020

JD Fisher, 484-614-8992

John Riehl, 717-278-2510

Amos Stoltzfus Jr., 717-475-9397

Lic. #AY002397

Sellers: Melvin & Linda Stoltzfus

Attorney: Dave Mersky 717-299-2950 (Mersky Law Group)

Announcements Day Of Sale Take Precedence Over Any Printed Material.

PUBLIC AUCTION

GUNS * ERTL TRACTORS * WINROSS * 1st-GEAR TOYS 150-LOTS COINS * $20 & $10 GOLD & SILVER COUNTRY & FARM ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

THURS., MARCH 21 • 4:00 P.M.

LOCATED AT: 550 STEVENS RD., EPHRATA, PA 17522

DIRECTIONS: From Rt. 322 on the West side of Ephrata, turn on Academy Dr. and go straight for 1-mile to farm on left (Academy Dr. turns into Stevens Rd.) Parker Arms Co. 12-ga. double

barrel shotgun w/ engraving; Winchester model-59 12-ga shotgun, full choke; Winchester model-59 12-ga semi-auto shotgun; Winchester M-59 12-ga. semi-auto w/ fiberglass barrel; Marlin .30-.30 lever-action (never fired); Mossberg model 500-A pump action slug gun w/ scope; Thompson Center .50-cal flintlock muzzleloader; Thompson Center .54-cal flintlock muzzleloader; Marlin Arms model 55 12-ga. goose gun; Remington model 721 .270 cal. bolt-action rifle w/ scope; antique Remington .32-cal. rifle single shot w/ stand up peep sight; Remington model 870 12-ga. shotgun; old single shot 12-ga shotgun; antique Hercules 12-ga single shot shotgun; Western-Field 12-ga. pump action shotgun; Savage model 340 .30-.30 bolt action rifle; Civil War bayonet in sleave & military brooch; misc. ammo; (2) gun cabinets; hunting knives; muzzleloader powder supplies; other hunting items.

tobacco

COINS: Approx 150 cataloged lots of coins including, 1851 $20 Gold Liberty Head double eagle; $10 Gold token; 1/10 oz Gold token; Morgan & Peace Silver Dollars; many Silver Eagles; Silver Halves; Silver Dimes. Email Auctioneer after March 1st for catalog.

AUCTION ORDER: 4:00 auction begins with coin catalog; 6:00 starts toys; 7:00 starts guns. Antiques sold in between start times. Please visit our website @ www.martinandrutt.com

AUCTION BY:

Martin & Rutt Auctioneers

Ephrata & New Holland, PA

John J. Rutt II, 717-587-8906

Michael J. Martin, 717-371-3333

Cameron J. Rutt AY-2189-L

Club plans bird-related program, field trips

The Lancaster County Bird Club (LCBC) has planned several programs, which are free and open to the public.

The LCBC will hold a meeting on Thursday, March 14, at 7 p.m. at the North Museum of Nature and Science, 400 College Ave., Lancaster.

Todd Underwood, a professor of biology at Kutztown University (KU), will present Migration Patterns and Overwintering Locations of Veeries in South America. Veeries are songbirds that breed in dense, moist forests of eastern North America and are easily recognized by their distinctive song. Using the latest tracking technology, Underwood followed the migration of veeries from their breeding grounds to their overwintering sites in South America. The presentation will discuss patterns of veery migration and describe the overwintering locations and habitats of these birds in South America.

Underwood earned a Ph.D. in zoology from the University of Manitoba in Canada. At KU, he teaches courses on topics such as ornithology and animal behavior, and he studies the behavior and ecology of birds. For the past 25 years, his research has focused on host defenses against avian brood parasitism. Recently, he began a long-term study of the ecology of veeries breeding at French Creek State Park. Christopher M. Heckscher from Delaware State University served as a co-author on this presentation.

For more information, call 717-856-3851 or 717-725-2717.

The LCBC will also offer two field trips in March. Preregistration by 6 p.m. the day before the trip is required.

On Saturday, March 9, John Lahr will lead a trip at Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area at 4:30 p.m. Participants will look for American woodcock and waterfowl. The main objective of the trip is to hear or view the courtship display of the American woodcock. To learn more, contact Lahr at

717-205-3030 or johnlahr @gmail.com.

Derek Stoner will lead a trip along the Susquehanna River starting at Wrightsville on Saturday, March 16 at 1 p.m. Attendees will look for little and black-headed gulls and other river birds. For more details, contact Stoner at 484-723-3348 or derekstoner@hotmail.com.

For more information about the LCBC, visit www .lancasterbirdclub.org, www .facebook.com/lancaster birdclub or www.instagram .com/lancasterbirdclub.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3 5:00 P.M. CAERNARVON TOWNSHIP BERKS www.tljonesauctioneers.com R104254 Terms by: William V. and Isabella S. Mc Naull Attorney: Kling, Deibler and Glick, LLP 610-286-7834 Location: 2 miles North of Morgantown, on Corner of Morgantown Rd. and Elverson Road. Real Estate is 2.1 acre Tract. Large flat wooded corner. Nicely laying lot with frontage above road level. Surveyed, perc approved and Twin Valley Schools. Use your own builder. Taxes: $376. Inspection anytime, or call for appointment. Note: Great homesite, could be ideal for in home business, check with township.

- Weaverland/Terre Hill Area -

REIFF RETIREMENT AUCTION

John Deere Tractors - CAT Crawler - Bobcat Skidloader Farm Equipment - Carriages - Bobsled - Guns - Coins

Baleage - Antiques - Primitives - Tools - HH Goods

SAT., MARCH 16, 2024 @ 8:30 A.M.

Location: 451 Weaverland Valley Rd. (Rt. 897) East Earl, PA 17519 (Lanc. Co.)

Directions: Follow Rt. 897 North of Rt. 23 approx. 2½ mi. to auction on left. (Corner of Precast Rd. & 897)

TRACTORS - SKIDLOADER - CRAWLER - LAWN MOWERS: JD 5055E tractor, MFWD, 540 PTO, dual remotes - 4255 hrs. (on belting whls.); ‘64 JD 3020 dsl. tractor, NFE, rollamatic, 540/1000 PTO, 1 remote, 3 pt. (on rubber/14.9 - 38 rears); Bobcat 751 skidloader w/Cab & heat, 5’ bucket - approx. 3500 hrs. (sells on rubber/turf tread); Caterpillar D2 crawler, pony start, 7’ blade and pto (s/n 3J5802); belt pulley gear for D2 crawler; S/L attachments: 2 prong bale spear, 66” tooth bucket; belting whls. for 3020 (15” x 58” rears / 8” x 28” fronts); JD L111 lawn tractor w/42” deck & bagger; Toro Z-Master lawn mower w/44” deck; Encore walkbehind mower w/60” deck & newer 18HP Vanguard eng.; lawn trailer w/leaf vac; 3’ x 4’ lawn trailer; 24” lawn roller. FARM MACHINERY: Joes/Checchi 2 row transplanter w/(2) 200 gal. tanks & 12v. hyd. unit; Brillion 3 pt. 9 shank subsoiler; JD KBA 32 blade disk; Overum 3 pt. 2 x 16 rollover plow - hyd. reset (good cond); 10’ cultipacker; JD 1 row cultivator w/furrow makers; (2) Pitts.burgh 2 row 3 pt. cultivators; 10’ steel drag; McCormick 1 row cultivator (rebuilt); NH 256 rake; Pequea 710 PTO tedder; NH 519 manure spreader; ‘08 Fisher 12 row 1 horse tob. sprayer w/120 gal. tank & 6 HP Robin (good cond.); Paul B 300 gal. trailer sprayer w/28’ booms, foam marker & rinse tank; 7’ x 16’ wagon on Farmbilt gear w/hyd brakes and long & short tongues; 8 x 16 wagon on JD gear; 7 x 16 wagon w/steel bed on Farmbilt gear; Bush Hog 90” 3 pt. flail mower w/new flails; 5’ x 7’ flat trailer w/15” sideboards & lights. MISC. FARM RELATED: Insulated Dog Shed: 8’ x 12’ w/3 pens & outside runs; 12 bales Alfalfa baleage (3x3x5/1460 lbs. ea./59.8 moi./25.34 Pro./162 RFV) Alum. cab wagon w/LED lights - on rubber; 2 seat menno.nite carriage - on steel; pony spring wagon w/brakes - on steel; potato plow; Pennsbury jog cart and quick hitch harness; Craftsman 9HP/29” snowblower; Troybilt TB360 self-prop. 20” lawn mower; (2) MTD 20” lawn mowers; Mid Tine Merry Tiller front tine tiller; Speedway Deluxe express wagon; Kawasaki 2 cyl. LP engine w/radiator; Lincoln Weldanpower G3000LX portable welder w/9HP vanguard; 12v. alternator; Smucker hyd. tob. baler; Minnich bale box; 10,000 old tob. lath; tob. shears, spears, choppers; 40” portable fan; 28” floor fan; Dayton 24” floor fan w/air motor; Chicken feeders & waterers; double 6 ss piggy feeder; misc. lumber; stepladders; 40’ alum. ext. ladder; 2 leather draft harnesses, bridles, collars, check lines, backers, jockeys, hitches; horse & pony saddles; Solar Pak 12v. fencer; 7” flat belt; wheelbarrows; bicycles; pressure washer w/ eng.; 12” planer (v.g. cond.); 16’ alum. canoe w/2 seats (v.g. cond.); pet carriers. GUNS: Guns will be sold at 12:00. Henry Golden Boy .22 lever action rifle (one of one thousand/Tribute to One Million Edition - new in box); Henry Golden Boy .22 lever action rifle (model H004SAT - new in box); .32 long rifle (single); Marlin mdl. 1894 44 rem. Mag. microgroove barrel - lever action; Stoeger Uplander Coachgun 12 ga. double barrel; J.C. Higgins .22 bolt action w/tube magazine; Ithaca .22 lever action; Sears Roebuck 410 ga. single; part box .32 ammo.; part box .44 ammo.; BB & pellet guns. COINS: Coins sell @ 11:30 A.M. 3 Morgan silver dollars (1889, 1921, 1887); 3 Silver Eagles (1989 & (2) 1987); 1857 Flying Eagle Penny; Wheat Pennies; 1969 & 1976 Kennedy halves; 1950A series $20 bill. ANTIQUES - PRIMITIVES: Bobsled w/team pole and shafts; US Army horse harness; sleigh bells; Fairbanks-Morse 2 HP eng.; Fairbanks platform scale; Buchs No. 7 2 hole corn sheller; Mountville c.i. pump trough; early fruit press; ice tongs; milk cans; 2 & 3 prong sheaf forks; straw fork; grain cradle; wooden churn; chicken coops; wooden pulleys; runner sleds; galv. tubs; crosscut saw; wire egg baskets; 1800’s chimney cupboard; whiskey barrel on stand; stoneware jug; c.i. pedestal sink; steamer trunk; rustic shelves; framed mirrors; watering cans; strap hinges; wicker bench; wicker crib; tricycle; AL’s Colt; hooked rugs; 12 pcs. Ben Hoover Carvings; 3 sets plank bottom chairs; dovetailed toy chest; few c.i. toys; Griswold #10 and other c.i. fry pans; fainting couch (nice); Chest w/ Nora Hoover painting; lap robe; milk bottles; Wentzel, White Oak, Miley Bros., Fairview, Sunnyside, etc.; old soda bottles; blue jars; Flo Blue glassware; and much more. FURNITURE & HOUSEHOLD RELATED: Slat top desk w/hutch top; medium size rolltop desk; child’s rolltop desk; 3 pc. full bdrm. suite; corner cupboard; sideboard; oak ext. table (10 boards/15’) cedar chests; wardrobe; gun cabinet; chair sets; benches; crib; beds; c.i. patio set; lawn swing; porch swing; Lazyboy leather recliner; Lazyboy loveseat; 3 pc. antique bdrm. suite; Samsung side by side fridge/freezer; Hotpoint LP cookstove; Maytag washer; GE dryer; park bench; Frigidaire chest freezer; office chairs; Grandfather & Grandmother’s clocks; (2) Pride Victory mobility scooters; 3 accordians; Dial Sew sewing machine; ironing board; lots of assorted books; Pathway magazines; wrought iron pcs. Carnival pitcher w/4 glasses; glassware; vases; quilts & bedding; lots of material; misc. housewares.

JD

JD

GENERAL LISTING: (6) old milk cans; antique 2-hole corn sheller; (15+) old licenses plates; several old stenciled wooden boxes & crates; cigar mold;

sizing boxes; (10+) tobacco spears; beam-scale & weights; animal traps; sled; farm antiques; (40+) Winross trucks; Penn-Joy trucks; 1st Gear Rohrer Quarry assor. trucks; (20+) Ertl farm toys; custom wooden marbleroller; John Deere advertising items; antique crocks; milk bottles; farm related items; old cheese & cigar boxes; old shutters; egg basket; much more unlisted.

WELL-MAINTAINED, MOVE-IN READY, COZY, RANCHER

1300 SQ. FT., 2 BEDROOMS, ATTACHED GARAGE

THURSDAY, MARCH 21ST • 4:00 P.M.

1489 HILLTOP RD., LEESPORT, BERN TWP., PA 19533

Schuylkill Valley School District, Close to BLUE MARSH Recreation Area

2024 Taxes: $2,712.00 (estimated)

PROPERTY DETAILS: KraftMaid custom wood cabinetry kit. w/soft-close drawers & doors, granite countertop, large SS sink, flat-top electric range. Main floor also features lg. carpeted LR w/lg vinyl window-abundant sunlight, 2 sizeable BRs (HW & carpet), & full BR, the LL features a 20x17 finished rec room adjacent to the laundry & utility room w/access to attached 1-car garage.

Structural Features: Alum. & vinyl siding, frame built in 1955, single owner since 1976, asphalt shingle roof, central heat & AC, vinyl windows, elect. hot water heater, onsite well & septic, architectural paver front walk & driveway w/ alley access to back entry garage, abundant storage/closet space & more. Auctioneer’s Note: This house is situated on .14 acre lot in a peaceful Bern Twp. neighborhood close to main thoroughfares w/easy access to Reading, Lancaster, Lehigh Valley, & more. Located 2.5 miles from the Lake Rd. Blue Marsh Lake Recreation Area parking lot & 4 miles from Reading Regional Airport & MidAtlantic Air Museum.

Sale For: Estate of Joseph M. Harcar. Attorney: Sean J. O’Brien, Dautrich & O’Brien, Law Offices, P. C., Phone 610-375-9444

Real Estate Terms: 10% down payment on day of sale, good PA check or certified funds for out of PA State buyers. Settlement within 45 days. Please see Auctioneer’s Website for FULL TERMS, Details, & Lg Photo Gallery. www.pmorganauctions.com.

ALL SHOWINGS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Contact Auctioneer, Patrick Morgan at 717-278-9202 to schedule your showing.

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Museum to host reading event

The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania will host its family-friendly Reading on the Rails event on Saturday, March 9. Story times will begin at 10:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 1:15 p.m., 2 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.

Among the museum’s historic trains, kids will hear stories about locomotives, railroads and more, and receive a sticker after each story. They may create a suitcase design using the stickers, along with crayons, glitter and other trimmings.

Readers will include Kristin Fernitz, director of the Strasburg-Heisler Library, and Kristy Aurand, chief

development officer of the Community Action Partnership, along with Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania representatives Kevin Hale, Volunteer of the Year; Patrick Morrison, director; Juliette OConnor, educator; and Elizabeth Myers, volunteer/program coordinator.

On hand throughout the day will be various teams from Keystone Pet Enhanced Therapy Services. Visitors also can meet Catcher, the museum’s mascot, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

To learn more about the museum, visit www .rrmuseumpa.org or call 717-687-8628.

DVGRR posts open house, egg hunt

Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue (DVGRR) will hold its monthly open house event from 10 a.m. to noon at its Golden Gateway facility, 60 Vera Cruz Road, Reinholds, on Saturday, March 9. The public is invited to meet the golden retrievers and other dogs that are available for adoption.

Admission is free. Staff members will be on hand to answer questions, and food will be available for purchase. Photos are not permitted, and attendees should not bring other dogs to this event. For details, contact info@dvgrr.org or 717-484-4799 or visit https://dvgrr.org/adopt/ monthlyopenhouse.

DVGRR will also hold

Barn: 24'x40' horse barn w/(2) 12'x12' stalls and 16'x24' shop area, (2) 9'x8' O.H. doors (Built in 2019). Outbuildings: 10'x16' utility shed w/2 stall dog kennel & outside run. All on a .56 acre +/- level, deep lot w/spacious lawn, garden area. On-site well and septic. Public sewer hookup available soon. Zoned Ag. East Earl Twp. ELANCO Schools. 2023 taxes $3,477.95.

Auctioneer's Note: Nice property w/country location. Move-in condition. Borders farmland. Desirable ELANCO Schools. Easy access to Rts. 23, 322 & 897. Minutes to New Holland, East Earl, Terre Hill, etc. Prepare to buy. The Zimmerman's are relocating to New York State and plan to sell.

Terms: 10% down, settlement on or before May 15, 2024. Kling, Deibler & Glick, Attys. 717-354-7700.

Personal Inspection by appointment. Contact seller at 717-488-0067 to schedule a private showing.

a canine Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 23, at 11 a.m. The event will also include giveaway drawings and snacks available for purchase.

This event is open to the public, and all dog- and human-friendly canines are welcome. All dogs must remain on a leash that is 6 feet or shorter, and no retractable leashes will be permitted. Only one dog per handler will be allowed.

There is a suggested donation per dog. Reservations are encouraged but not required; to register, email inza@dvgrr.org. This event will be held rain or shine. For more information, visit www.dvgrr.org/2024dvgrr easteregghunt.

Winter blues from

generation through his work with jazz bands at Lancaster Bible College and local high schools. Troxell started the band as a way to give back to the local community, a mission that the Big, Big Jazz Band carries on today.

In 2002, the Bob Troxell Big, Big Jazz Band became the Big, Big Jazz Band.

“It’s a big band,” said Kernc, who plays lead trumpet. “We call it a ‘Big, Big Band,’ because it has a big sound. We didn’t want it to be called ‘the Big Band.’ We

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wanted something bigger and better.”

“We always strive to sound like one instrument,” added Kernc. “We all just love to play, and we’ve all been playing for years. Some are music teachers, some are music instructors, and many are lifetime musicians. We’re people who have had music be a part of our lives.”

For details about the Beat the Winter Blahs Ball or to make reservations, call 717-371-2142 or email BBJBBlahsBall@gmail.com.

DIRECTIONS: From Rt. 23 between Leola & Leacock, turn North on Quarry Rd. to right turn on Kevin Ct., to first house.

REAL ESTATE: A cute Ranch style house w/ 3-bedrooms & 2-bathrooms on level .30acre lot. This stick-built house has vinyl siding; approx. 1,000 sq. ft. on main level plus additional 700+ in finished basement; 21’x 10.5’ eat-in kitchen w/ wooden cabinetry, rear patio doors; 17.5’x 11.5’ living room w/ front window; 3-bedrooms w/ closets; full bathroom; laundry closet includes stacking washer/dryer unit; hardwood flooring thru-out main level; attached 1-car garage; 15’x 12’ stamped concrete patio; stamped concrete front walk-way; inviting 24’x 10’ covered rear deck. Lower level has 28’x 21’ finished living room w/ Propane heated fireplace, W/W carpet & drywall; half bathroom; 20’x 10’ utilities room w/ wood-board walls. Replaced shingle roof (2012); heatpump & A/C; public water & sewer; fenced-in yard w/ desirable PVC fence; 14’x

AUCTION BY:

Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC

Ephrata & New Holland, PA

John J. Rutt II, 717-587-8906

Michael J. Martin, 717-371-3333

Cameron J. Rutt AY-2189-L

AUCTION FOR:

ELIAS B. & JERALDINE S. STOLTZFUS

R104622

229 Maple Dr., New Holland, PA 17557. From Rt. 23 in New Holland take Brimmer Ave. (becomes New Holland Rd.). Right Maple Dr. OR Rt. 340 E. of Intercourse. Left New Holland Rd. Left Cindalyn Dr. Left Maple Dr. to property on right at end of cul-de-sac. (Earl Twp., Lanc. Co.).

Custom brick rancher w/3080 SF finished area, eat-in kitchen w/custom cherry raised panel cabinets & appliances, formal dining room, living room w/brick propane fireplace, built-in bookshelves & sliding patio door to rear covered deck, foyer, large office w/bow window, 4 bedrooms, 2½ baths, 1st floor laundry w/washer & dryer included, family/rec. room w/large brick woodburning fireplace & sliding patio door to rear patio area, full basement w/canning & storage rooms, attic, oil forced air heat, central AC, low maintenance exterior w/insulated windows, covered front porch, attached 2 car garage & utility shed 10x14 all on 1 ACRE rural lot w/large rear yard, mature shade, professional landscaping, paved driveway & parking & end of no outlet street.

Sellers relocating & motivated to sell! Ideally located custom

Randal V. Kline, Roy E. Good, Jr.

Aaron Z. Nolt, Curvin M. Horning 717-606-2226

Lic. #499, 2116, 5064, 3956

Marlin R. & Kathleen N. Zimmerman 717-413-6624 www.klinekreidergood.com

R103172

a PT/FT LABORER & DRIVER Some long distance & out of town stays. If you are interested in this position or if you have any questions, call Michael at 724-719-7797, or the office at 717-288-3094, ext. 104. You must have a valid driver's license and medical card is required. Paid vac. days, flexible scheduling, & competitive wages. Also interested in

CDL DRIVERS & OFFICE POSITIONS (prior exp. preferred)

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.

EXP. HOUSE CLEANER

Must have car for transportation, Call 717-354-9898.

FT/PT HELP WANTED applying epoxy floors in garages, basements & commercial. No exp. necessary. Valid DL & clean language req. PT MARKETING/ SALES position also avail. Duramax Concrete Coatings, Narvon 717-271-2852

HELP WANTED

Small Construction crew is looking for a dependable, mature individual for full-time work. PA Driver’s license required. Kinzers, PA. 717-847-7836.

WELL MAINTAINED, MOVE IN READY, BRICK & VINYL SPLIT LEVEL 3 BEDROOM HOUSE, 2000 sq. ft. (approx.)

Situated on .3 Acre adjacent to an 11 acre Clean & Green Farm Crop Field

ZONED RESIDENTIAL in NEW HOLLAND Borough

THURSDAY, MARCH 14th, 2024 @ 5:00 P.M.

110 Hiester Ave., New Holland, PA 17557 2023 Taxes: $3,456.00 (approximately).

schedule your showing. More Details & PHOTOS at: www. pmorganauctions.com. License numbers PA-AY002383 & PA-AU003557L.

PEQUEA VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT FOOD SERVICE, Hiring a KITCHEN MANAGER, COOK, and subs. 3-7.5 hr. shifts. Collect unemployment during Summers. Contact: Connie at STS, 717-875-5287

PT DRIVER NEEDED, 4hrs/day, Thurs.-Fri.-Sat. to drive co. van to/from Wyomissing Mkt. For info: 717-475-8017

STOLTZFUS MASONRY is Hiring! FT/PT CONCRETE-MASONRY CREW

Paid Vacation & Overtime Available.

Must Have Valid DL. 717-687-6955

Management

THE WAY RECOVERY HOUSES MINISTRY is looking for GENERAL MANAGERS

for Men’s and Women’s to provide structure, stability, and support for residents in their recovery process.

Interested applicants may apply to director@thewayrecoveryhouses.com

ATTENTION LOCAL GOVT’S & SCHOOLS

ADVERTISE YOUR BID NOTICES IN THIS PAPER

CALL 1-800-428-4211

LEGAL NOTICES

PUBLIC SALE

R104343

HELP WANTED

Corteva Agriscience, located in New Holland, PA, is seeking contracted part-time help. Qualified candidates must be detailoriented with basic computer skills and the ability to work well with team members. Position requires a valid driver’s license, the ability to work in all enviornmental conditions, and to follow standard operating and safety procedures. Tasks may include: preparing seed for planting, staking and tagging plants, inoculating plants, and data collection.

To apply, send resume to:

Email: Alicia.Stitzel@corteva.com EOE/AA

Collectibles

BUYING TOYS & COLLECTIBLES

www.DNRCollectibles.com

PA’s Largest Buyer of Toys & Collectibles 27 E Lancaster Street, Red Lion, PA Hours: 10:00am-4:00pm, Mon.-Thurs. 717-329-8167 • rhoward1771@gmail.com

Toys Vintage or Modern, New or Used, Hess Trucks, Barbies, Diecast, Hot Wheels & Matchbox, Action Figures, Models, Trains, Sports Cards/Memorabilia, Movie/Music Memorabilia, Video Games & much more!

Lawn & Garden

EARTHWISE LANDSCAPE & TREE CARE Spring clean-ups. Edging, seeding, fertilization, mulching, shrub & tree pruning. 717-626-2541 (PA 088021)

FREE REMOVAL of Riding Mowers. Call/text Jim 717-940-9029

Machiner y

NEW HOLLAND BALER 276, NEW HOLLAND HAYBINE 488, STOLTZFUS HAY WAGON 18 ft. steel box, 16 ft. HAY ELEVATOR. Call 610-869-3959.

Musical

CASH PAID for VINYL RECORDS also GUITARS and other INSTRUMENTS LITITZ MUSIC CO. 717-627-4929

Pets

6YO SHIBA INU, cream color female, $150. 1YO Shiba Inu, ACA reg. female, $200. They love children & need a good home, 717-601-8253.

AKC GOLDEN RETRIEVER, female, 2yo, cream color, good mom. AKC BOXER, female, 2yo, 717-768-0516.

AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD MIX PUPPIES FOR SALE IN BIRD-IN-HAND. PUPPIES ARE LARGE & STOCKY, AND EITHER BLACK OR BROWN. FIRST PUPPY SHOTS COMPLETED. $400 EACH. 717-344-9527.

MINI DACHSHUND PUPS, vet checked/shots, dewormed. $1,150. Also mini Goldendoodle, 610-593-5956

POMAPOO PUPPIES, shots, vet checked, ready now, adorable, $275.00. 717-803-5183.

TOY POODLE PUPPIES 2M, 2F, red & white, $500. POODLE MIX, black/white, $200. Vet checked, 717-548-4277

TOY POODLE, white male, 9 yrs. old, $400, 717-687-8791.

Sporting Goods

GUNS WANTED INSTANT PAYMENT

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Program to focus on hearing loss

The Capital Region Chapter of the Hearing Loss Association of America will hold a meeting at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 12, in the Crossings Meeting Room on the second floor of the Conrad G. & Janet C. High Learning & Wellness Center at Landis Homes, 1001 E. Oregon Road, Lititz. The program is free of charge.

Nancy Kingsley, the state director of the Hearing Loss Association of America Pennsylvania State Office, will present “Hearing Loss Basics and How to Cope.” Topics will include how people hear, hearing loss, communication strategies, assistive technology, and resources. There will be a question-and-answer time.

Bingo to benefit UDS service dog program

The United Disabilities Services (UDS) service dog program will host bingo on Sunday, March 10, at the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster. Doors will open at noon, and the first game will start at 1:30 p.m.

Attendees age 18 and older may participate in 20 rounds of bingo and, for an additional cost, five special bingo games with cash prizes. There will also be

door prizes and giveaway drawings, and food and drinks will be available for purchase.

To purchase tickets at a discounted price through Friday, March 8, visit www .udservices.org/bingo24.

Tickets will be full price at the door. All proceeds will benefit the UDS service dogs.

For more details, contact Karen at karens@udser vices.org or 717-397-1841.