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Global experience without leaving New Holland

BY ANN MEAD ASH

“(Night Around the World) is free for anybody to come,” said Julie Groft, coordinator of the Coordinated Health Council, an organization of Garden Spot High School (GSHS) that provides fun, educational, and healthy activities for the district. Night Around the World is an activity that introduces attendees to food, culture, and information about a large number of countries. The event is generally held every two years. It was canceled in 2020 due to COVID-19 restrictions, and it was held in 2021 as a drivethrough event at GSHS.

This year, Groft said that organizers voted to hold the celebration of world cultures inside the school, 669 E. Main St., New Holland, on Thursday, May 4, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Area residents who attend are asked to enter through the doors at the back of the school where tickets are sold for sporting events. Activities will take place in the main cafeteria, auxiliary cafeteria, and the old gym. Arrows with a motif of the earth on

them will be placed on the floor to direct visitors to different locations where they may visit stations.

“Come in and eat,” said Groft, who noted foods from about 20 countries will be available in the auxiliary cafeteria. Countries represented by the cuisine will include China, Colombia, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Spain, Sweden, and Vietnam.

“In the main cafeteria, our exchange students are creating a ‘Just Dance’ video,” said Groft, who noted that the program uses Wii gaming system technology. About eight students, who come from a number of countries, including Spain, Germany, and Italy, have used songs from their countries to create the program. “It will be pretty cool,” said Groft, who noted that the students will also talk about their home countries and share what it has been like to be an exchange student at GSHS. A coordinator of a student exchange program will also be present to talk to attendees about what is involved in hosting an exchange student in the area.

See Global experience pg 9

A story that resonates love and grief

BY ANN MEAD ASH

After Nancy Bieber’s father, Ammon Meyer, died, Bieber inherited a shoebox full of letters. The shoebox was stored in her attic, and it remained there until about 2015. “I had to discover what I had,” said Bieber. “At some point you have to sort through things.”

At first, she would only open a letter occasionally, but soon Bieber realized that the letters were keys to the life of her biological grandmother, Fianna, who had died of tuberculosis in 1915, leaving Bieber’s grandfather, Samuel, and two young children,

Serving the nations

BY ANN MEAD ASH

Ammon and Leah. “I thought, ‘Oh, my goodness. What have I here?’” said Bieber, who noted that among the letters were some written by Fianna to Samuel before they married or from Fianna to Samuel while her grandmother lived at White Haven in Luzerne County. She also found postcards from her father sent to his mother when he was just 3 that read, “Dear Mama, I miss you.” For Bieber, who had not heard much about her grandmother while growing up, the letters were a treasure. “My grandmother died when my father was not yet 4 years old,” said Bieber. “His memories of her were small.”

See GSV pg 3

“I grew up Amish in Strasburg,” said Lin Fisher, who noted that reaching out to places beyond that small community was always in her heart. “I wanted to go out to the nations … to be part of something bigger,” shared Fisher, who spent 10 years as a missionary working in a leper colony in India. On the return flight from India in 2015, she felt unsure about the future. “I thought, ‘What am I going to do now?’” said Fisher. “I felt the Lord give me the words ‘Do something.’ We can all do something.”

At first, Fisher felt directed to James 1:27, where Christians are instructed to care for widows and orphans, and she reached out to about four widows living in her Gordonville development. Eventually, the group included up to 50 widows meeting on occasion and taking “mystery” bus trips around the county.

She founded DOsomething Nations, focused on the mission to “Give. Feed. Clothe. Visit. Invite.” and in February of this year, Fisher learned of an earthquake that had occurred in the Middle East. She quickly contacted a friend from Petra Church in New Holland, See Petra Church pg 2

Students associated with the Garden Spot High School Coordinated Health Council lined up to hand out food when Night Around the World was held as a drive-through in 2021.

Author will share tale of her grandmother at GSV

Author Nancy Bieber displays the letters that inspired her to write “Fianna’s Story: A True Story of Love, Grief and Faith.”

Knights make donation

CrossNet Ministries, represented by food and nutrition coordinator Amy Marburger (center) and director of development Carl Edwards (second from left) received a check from Our Lady of Lourdes Knights of Columbus Father John Schmalhofer Council 13451, represented by (from far left) John Henry, Gene Skulrak, Bill O’Neill, and Jim Futer. The funds were raised at a St. Patrick’s Party the Knights held. Our Lady of Lourdes also donated 1,697 pounds of food as part of a Lenten food drive. A similar Thanksgiving food drive will be held in the fall.

where she attends. The friend, who lives in Indonesia, provided her with the name of a missionary in the area of the earthquake. She texted and heard back almost immediately from the missionary Kurt Miller, who told her of a shed project that was underway to

provide housing for families displaced by the earthquake. “They have built more than 30, and they have enough money to build until we get there (in midMay),” shared Fisher, who hopes to raise $56,000 to build another 20 sheds and fill them with needed supplies to house 40 families. Fisher and 11 others will travel to the location to help build sheds, organize children’s camps, and move supplies until mid-June.

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In a video Fisher has had produced for the effort, she notes that her mission is to bring hope in practical ways to those who have “experienced loss and trauma from the earthquake.” “Our vision is to bring hope again and that smiles and laughter would (erupt),” said Fisher. She asks area residents to commit to praying for team members or to adopt a family by funding a shed. “Each shed costs $2,700, and (another) $300 will fill the shed with supplies,” said Fisher. “I would just love it if people would rally together and adopt a family.” Fisher added that when the team returns, she hopes to hold an event for those who adopted families.

Those who are interested in learning more may email dosomething4christ@gmail.co m. To purchase supplies, readers may visit https://tinyurl.com/59askdrh.

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Members of the DOsomething Nations team will be traveling to the Middle East to help aid earthquake victims.

Bieber soon realized that her grandmother’s story might resonate with others. “It’s such a human story,” she said. “People identify with it. It’s full of love and … grief.” In response to that realization, Bieber has written “Fianna’s Story: A True Story of Love, Grief and Faith,” a book of nearly 200 pages that traces Fianna’s life from her birth to her engagement and marriage, the births of her children, and her struggle with tuberculosis. The book was published in 2020. Bieber will

give a multimedia presentation based on the book in the chapel at Garden Spot Village (GSV) on Wednesday, May 3, at 7 p.m. The presentation is free, and the public is welcome to attend.

Fianna’s world encompassed a small slice of Pennsylvania, including Lebanon County where she was born; Quarryville, where her father began a church; and northern Pennsylvania where she was treated for tuberculosis.

Bieber wisely included direct quotes from the letters in her

Yard sale, chicken barbecue planned

Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 N. King St., Denver, will host a yard sale on Saturday, May 6, at 7 a.m. In addition, a chicken barbecue dinner sale will be held from 9 a.m. until sold out. Proceeds of

the yard sale event will benefit the fire company.

For more details, contact the fire hall at 717-336-6767. Information about the fire company is available at www.schoeneckfire.com.

Day of Prayer service slated

Cedar Grove Presbyterian Church, 4833 Division Highway, East Earl, will hold a National Day of Prayer service around the flagpole on Thursday, May 4, at 10 a.m. This year’s theme is “Pray

Fervently in Righteousness and Avail Much.”

The event is open to the public. Attendees may bring lawn chairs. For more information, call the church office at 717-354-5573.

book so that Fianna and her family could tell their own story. “They wrote such beautiful letters,” said Bieber. “I quoted widely because I knew it would be much more effective in the words of the person who was there actually experiencing it.”

In addition to the letters, Bieber discovered artifacts that told her grandmother’s story, including report cards, a college bill, a piece of her grandmother’s wedding dress, and her bill from Elizabethtown College. “There was a lot

that I could build on, but I did a fair amount of research,” said Bieber, whose background as a psychologist, spiritual director, and previous author all helped in the effort. Bieber researched tuberculosis, White Haven, the train system that existed in the area in the early 1900s, and the structure of the German Baptist Brethren Church to which the family belonged. More information about Bieber and her books may be found at https://nancy bieber.com.

Community book sale planned

Fairmount, 1100 Farm Crest Drive, Ephrata, will hold its sixth community book sale on Friday, April 28, in the Farm Crest Community Room on the east side of campus. The sale will run from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on April 28 and Saturday, April 29, from 7 to 10 a.m. All books will be halfprice on Saturday.

A wide assortment of books will be available, including children’s books; Christian fiction; nonfiction and devotional books; general fiction; biographies; history books; song-

books; cookbooks; self-help and family books; memoirs; books about gardening, hobbies, crafts, nature, and health; and books of local, Amish, and Mennonite interest. Music CDs, puzzles, and several miscellaneous or collectible books will also be offered.

The sale is open to the public. For directions, visit www.fairmounthomes.org. All proceeds from the book sale will support Fairmount’s Sharing Fund for the benefit of residents who have depleted their resources.

Working Together For A Better Lancaster: Janet

Diaz For County Commissioner

An Experienced Leader.

Janet is the first Latina to serve on Lancaster City Council.  Her first year in Council she Chaired the Personal Committee, Co-Chaired Public Works and Finance Committee. In her second term in Council, she is the Chair of the Safety Committee and is Co-Chair of Public Works and Finance.

Janet is also a State Committee member, a Corresponding Secretary of the PA Democratic Party, was a member of the Farmers Union, and is the current PA Latino Caucus Chair. She is Alumna Emerge PA, was on PA NOW delegate board, a Biden Delegate in the 2020 election, and chairs the Affirmative Action Committee in the 2024 Presidential Election. On

City Council:

“Janet put Lancaster first by advocating to support local artists and architectures by voting against the outsourcing of a 1.5-milliondollar project.”

“Janet advocated and voted not to remove Police and Firefighters seniority points.”

“Janet fought to reduce the property tax increase of 8% down to 5%. While they gave up to 93% of income raises to the administration.”

“Janet supported and marched with unions like Kellogg, AFSCME and the teacher’s union.”

“Janet saved a new firefighters job due to an oversight technicalities.”

“Janet, has proven she is a phone call away, when someone has called because of homelessness, mental health crisis, food disparities, trash and water management issues, potholes and crime in the community.”

Janet is a proven advocate for our residents.  She meets with her constituents both online and in person to discuss their concerns, needs, and ideas.  She knows families and communities in Lancaster County are struggling and will fight for YOU.

A Vote For People And Our Community.

Everyone deserves to be heard, respected, and treated with dignity.  Janet believes in looking at all issues fairly and working together.

She knows the importance of good healthcare and plans to advocate for seniors.

Janet has a good working relationship with police officers and first responders.  She has partnered with the hardworking Lancaster city officers for common sense reforms, such as de-escalation training.  Janet will make certain our county prison is following all ethical standards.  She believes in rehabilitation, investing money into mental health resources, and job training.

As a dedicated supporter of the Farmers Union and an experienced sugar cane farmer, Janet will seek grants and invest in organic farming to aid our farmers, protect county streams, and improve Lancaster’s air quality.

For Our Families.  For Our Future.

All of Lancaster County shares a unique set of values.  Janet’s mother Clarita Cruz worked tirelessly at Conestoga View for 27 years.  Janet was at her side, feeding the residents and learning the most important Lancaster County values of all.  We work hard, we work together, and we take care of one another.

On May 16th, vote for Janet Diaz on the Democratic Primary Ballot for County Commissioner.

“I support Janet because she has a unique vision.  She has both practical and visionary ideas on how to make Lancaster a better place. I want to live in the type of county where my family will thrive.” -Athena

“I’m voting for Janet because I believe her younger years of agricultural experience and past membership in the Farmers Union is a benefit to Lancaster County.”

-Nicholas

“Janet really listens.  She sat down in my home and discussed important healthcare concerns and ideas with me.  I’m voting for Janet.” -Joe

Boys’ lacrosse tops Spring Grove, Warwick

BY ARA GRIGORIAN

Garden Spot demonstrated consistency in Monday’s home match with Warwick in L-L League boys’ lacrosse action. The Spartans were coming off a 14-4 non-league win over Spring Grove Friday, April 14, and were able to bear down and limit the Warriors to four goals in a 7-4 triumph. The win improved the Spartans to 6-3 (4-2 league).

Ayden Naranjo dropped a hat trick for Spot while Jared Patton, who also had one assist, and Joe Bernek each scored twice.

Cole Leaman was a success in front of the Spartans’ goal, making seven saves. Leaman and Logan Hall each recorded saves in the win at Spring Grove

On offense, Bernek and Naranjo each poured in four goals with Naranjo assisting on two others.

Patton posted a hat trick and dished two assists. Logan Lessley also had two assists and scored once. Gabe Martin and Ben Keeport each tallied one goal.

SOFTBALL

Garden Spot faced a solid Donegal squad in LancasterLebanon League softball action on the road, Friday, April 14

How solid?

“I think they’re a complete team,” head coach Kim King stated. “They have a solid pitcher with good hitters behind her.”

King was referring to Donegal pitcher Cara Biesecker, who tossed three innings and allowed one run on five hits as the Indians topped the Spartans 16-1.

“We met the expectations of controlling what we could,” King said, alluding to the challenges the Spartans have faced this year - a roster that started the year with only 11 members.

“Bella Robbins had her first varsity hit,” King pointed out, demonstrating an example of how the Spartans have performed in the face of adversity.

“She has learned so much, not having played softball before.”

The Spartans scored their run on a Sydni King RBI. Violet Jackson reached on a fielder’s choice and advanced to second on Courtney Reichard’s single. King, who had a single and a double on the day, drove her in.

“Violet has been putting the ball in play for us,” King said.

The game ended after three innings based on the 10-run rule. Donegal’s Bella Mackison went 3-for-3 with double, a home run and five RBI.

“They hit the ball very hard, and we had our infield playing back as far as possible,” said King. “We made the plays we were supposed to make.”

On Monday, April 17, Jackson had one of the Spartans’ four base hits in a Section Three game at Elco. The Spartans fell to the Raiders 15-0.

Jackson had one of the four

base hits. Reichard and King also singled while sophomore Rebekah Hoover slugged a double.

“We had four hits, but they weren’t strung together so we didn’t get any runs,” King said.

VOLLEYBALL

In a given season for nearly all sports, one or perhaps two teams will get off to a solid start. It is almost inevitable that the twain shall meet at some point during the season.

That was the case for the LL League clash between Garden Spot and Manheim Central on Tuesday, April 18. The Spartans visited the Barons as both teams entered the match with 5-0 records.

Two sets into the match - a 25-15 Central victory and a 25-19 Spartans win - and the teams were still tied for first place in Section Two.

The Barons would remain unbeaten at night’s end, winning a close 25-21 set and then 25-15 for a 3-1 defeat of the Spartans.

Tanner Laukhuff, a senior, crashed the net with 22 kills. Keegan Redcay led the team with 33 assists and two blocks while Justin Miniger recorded 22 digs.

As fortune would have it, these teams are scheduled to meet for their regular season finale.

TRACK

Monday’s track and field meets resulted in very close battles between the girls’ and boys’ squads of Section Two rivals Garden Spot and Lampeter-Strasburg. In the boys’ meet, the Pioneers topped the Spartans 82-68 in New Holland while the Spot girls posted an 80-70 win, improving to 2-1.

Sean Kelch raced across the finish line as the winner in the 400 (53.3). He was also part of the winning 4x400 relay team with Trent Hoober, Cole Humphreys, and Alan Krock (3:42.1).

Zechariah Nagle swept the hurdling events, taking the 300’s in 45.1 seconds and the high hurdles at 18.0 Garden Spot (1-2) won five of the field events, including multiple victories - the long jump and triple jump - by Aiden Durante. Jaden Rodriguez cleared 5-8 to win the high jump.

The discus left Landon Friedel’s hand and traveled a top distance of 125-9. Kaleb

Zimmerman won the shot put at 46-4.

In the girls’ meet, the Spartans swept the relays, including a 4x800 win for Morgan Watt, Melanie Esh Erin Hamer, and Elise Krock, who also went on to win the 800-m (2:39.7). They took the relay in 10:48.5 while Lauren Horning, who also won the 400-m race, anchored the 4x400 (4:29.3) team of Riley Arment, Megan Hechler and Kasey Miller.

Hechler came through with a sweep in the hurdles. Valerie Martin’s 9-foot pole vault was also tops on the day. Mikayla Mellinger as she won the triple jump at 33-3 and Chloe Grady claimed the long jump at 16-4.50.

BASEBALL

Sandwiched between a close heartbreaking 8-6 loss to Donegal on Friday, April 14 and a 10-0 defeat to Manheim Central on Wednesday, April 19 was the Spartans’ impressive 7-3 defeat of Elco at home Monday evening. Ryan Speers pitched a complete game with four strikeouts and only two walks, scattering seven hits.

At the dish, Madix Bracken went 2-for-3 with a pair of doubles and a run scored. Caiden Murphy also stroked two hits and scored. Junior leadoff man Caleb Zimmerman slugged a solo home run and finished the day 2-for-4.

Seniors Gabe Smeltz and Colin Smith have almost always been very productive at the bottom of the lineup. Smith went 1-for-4 with an RBI while Smeltz knocked in two runs from the number nine spot.

Speers slugged a three-run home run in the Donegal game as the Spartans rallied in their final at bat. Trailing 8-3, Speers made it a two-run game with a homer to left field.

Brackin, who scored on the Speers blast, also had a homer in the game.

TENNIS

The Spartans faced Lebanon and Lampeter-Strasburg in Section Two tennis matches this past week, visiting L-S on Monday, April 17 and playing host to Lebanon two days later.

In the L-S match, which the Pioneers claimed by a 7-0 score, Walter Churpin and Gavin Zook played a tough number one doubles, losing eventually to Joe Fitzgerald

and Owen Lapp 8-2. The Pioneers won the four singles matches in straight sets.

The twosome of Jude Kauffman and Brandon Herman played a close second doubles in the Lebanon match, before bowing out 8-4.

Andrew Herman and Andrew Hershey came up just short in an 8-5 third doubles.

Brandon Herman played a much better second set in number two singles. The Cedars’ Bravlio Reyes prevailed 6-0, 6-3. At number four singles, Zook came up short 1-6, 4-6.

GIRLS’ LACROSSE

Spring Grove and Garden Spot met for a non-league

girls’ lacrosse match in New Holland on Friday, April 14.

The Rockets scored 11 firsthalf goals en route to an 18-7 victory.

Leading the offensive charge for Spot was Brielle Moyer with four goals. Gwen Varley tallied two goals while sophomore Frieda Kauffman netted one.

In its next contest, Garden Spot visited Warwick for an LL League game on Monday, April 17.

Powered by Julia Barto’s seven goals, the Warriors topped the Spartans 20-6. Varley had a four-goal game for Garden Spot. Moyer finished with two.

Staff photo

Ayden Naranjo shoots and scores one of his team-high four goals for the Spartans during their 14-4, nonleague victory at Spring Grove on April 14.

Staff photo Spartan goalie Cole Leaman makes a save in Garden Spot’s 14-4, nonleague win at Spring Grove on April 14.

Photo by Cheri Sine Garden Spot’s Sydni King makes the force out at second base on Donegal’s Kara Heidlaup in the Spartans’ 16-1, Section Three loss in Mount Joy on April 14.

Book release to focus on Big Spring Farm

Swiss Pioneer Preservation Associates (SPPA) will hold a book release, signing and discussion on Tuesday, May 2, at 7 p.m. at Martindale Fellowship Center, 352 Martindale Road, Martindale. The new book “The Flow of the Big Spring” by Romaine Stauffer of Bernville will be released.

The book chronicles the various owners and operators of the Big Spring Farm in New Holland, also known as the “Spring Ike” Martin Farm, beginning with the Native Americans and continuing through the generations of Welsh, Amish and Mennonite people until the current owner, SPPA. The book also includes broader world events, national events, Mennonite church history and local incidents. It is illustrated and includes sidebars and footnotes.

Topics discussed in the book include Earl Union School, Rubinson’s Department Store, Ed Nolt’s balers and V-plow, the toll house on Route 322, Mike Nolt’s Electric Plant, Welsh Mountain encounters, “Spring Ike” Martin, bachelor Paul Martin’s legacy, Green Dragon Farmers Market, New Holland Machine Company, Ephrata Cloister disciplines, Cross

Roads School, the Lancaster Stock Yards and Fair’s Country Store.

At the book release, attendees will hear talks by those who grew up on the Big Spring Farm. Copies of the book will be available for purchase, and Stauffer will be present to sign books.

For more information, call Raymond G. Zimmerman at 717-354-7139.

Tour of churches planned

The Caernarvon Historical Society will offer a tour of churches in Caernarvon Township on Saturday, May 13, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Attendees will visit 12 churches and attend a luncheon at Mount Culmen Evangelical Congrega-

tional Church, 1885 Turkey Hill Road, East Earl, at 12:30 p.m.

The fee includes bus transportation, the driver tip and lunch. For instructions on how to make reservations, call Yvonne Styer at 717-445-5040.

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COMMUNITY HYMN SING

Sunday, April 30th, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Song Leaders:

Merle Ressler & Don Sensenig

We will be singing from the 1927 Church Hymnal.

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ELANCO Library plans activities

The Eastern Lancaster County (ELANCO) Library, 11 Chestnut Drive, New Holland, will offer a variety of events and programs to the community. Registration is not required for events, unless indicated. For more details, visit www.elancolibrary.org or contact 717-354-0525 or adagostino@elancolibrary.org.

Readers’ Roundtable Book Discussion will meet on Monday, May 1, at 2 p.m. to talk about “Deacon King Kong” by James McBride.

Story time programs will include Preschool Story Time for children ages 3 to 6 on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. and Toddler Thursdays for children from birth to age 3 on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and siblings are welcome to come along, too.

Music & Movement, a musical story time, will be offered on Saturday, May 6, at 10:30 a.m. for children from birth to age 6 with a parent or caregiver.

Picture Books & Pup: Read Aloud With Pepper will be

Thursday, May 18th (Ascension Day)

A Cave, Critters, & Candy Fun Day!

held on May 6 at 2 p.m. Children of all ages accompanied by a parent or other caregiver are invited to read aloud to Pepper, a Labrador retriever.

Hooks and Needles Yarn Craft Club will meet on Monday, May 8, at 6:30 p.m. Knitters and crocheters are invited to attend, and beginners are welcome.

The Lego Creation Club will meet on Thursday, May 11, at 6 p.m. to build themed creations that will be displayed in the library.

The library will offer a Homeschool Curriculum and Book Swap on Saturday, May 20, at 11 a.m. Homeschooling families are invited to find new homes for books they no longer need, collect new educational materials, and connect with other home educators. From 11 to 11:45 a.m., participants are invited to drop off books and enjoy light refreshments and social time, and from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., participants may select and take home books. This will be a completely free exchange; materials will be

Don’t Miss our Ascension Day Excursion. First, we head out to Penn’s Cave, America’s only all-water cavern which offers unique experiences that the whole family will love, a fully guided cavern tour by boat, a butterfly garden and a wildlife tour where you can see Native North-American animals such as bison, Texas longhorn cattle, red & silver foxes, black bears, elk, whitetail deer, mustangs, bighorn sheep, timber wolves and their new young wolf pack of gray and arctic wolves! Then a stop at Hershey’s Chocolate World to learn how chocolate is made as we ride on the factory tour ride and even get some free chocolate! An Included Pizza and Salad Buffet finishes our day off right and we arrive back at home with full bellies and great memories!

Pricing per person: Adults: $120, Youth(13-17): $110, Children(3-12): $80, 2 & Under: $40

Monday, May 29th (Pentecost/Whit Monday/Memorial Day)

World Famous Horseshoe Curve Picnic Outing & Railroaders Museum!

If you like leisurely picnics and enjoy trains this trip is the ticket! Come Along with Fun Country Tours as we head to the world-famous Horseshoe Curve. We will arrive just in time for lunch and enjoy an included picnic as we spend a few hours just watching the trains traverse the span of the curve. It is a sight to behold! Once we have finished our lunch and hopefully seen a good number of trains go by we will head into Altoona to visit the Railroaders Museum for the rest of the afternoon. Then we will enjoy an included supper meal at Wendy’s which has a nice menu featuring juicy burgers, chicken sandwiches, salads, baked potatoes, and delicious soft serve ice cream before we head back home for the evening!

Pricing per person: Adults: $135, Youth(13-17): $125, Children(3-12): $95, 2 & Under: $40

Monday-Friday, June 5-9th

Late Springtime in the Smokies Tour!

The Great Smoky Mountains!

Join Fun Country Tours as we return to the Great Smoky Mountains at the very best time of year to visit. Stay in Pigeon Forge and enjoy an enormous number of things to see and do. Take in the stunning beauty of the mountains on a guided tour of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Enjoy an evening at The Dixie Stampede for dinner and a show. Visit Cades cove the #1 spot in the Smokies to see and enjoy wildlife, including black bears, turkey, elk and more! Tour the amazing Titanic Museum and learn about how this stunning ship met its demise on that ill-fated voyage. Enjoy wonderful meals at famous local restaurants and see a competition between real lumberjacks. This will be one of the finest Fun Country Tours Yet!

Single: $1,750, Double: $1,525, Triple: $1,375, Quad: $1,250

contributed without conditions, and people will take materials without charge or conditions on a first-come, first-served basis.

ELANCO Library STEM

Night: All From a Seed will take place on Wednesday, May 24, at 6 p.m. This program will follow the metamorphosis of seeds into the food people eat. Topics will be life cycles, growing requirements, plant anatomy, and recipes highlighted in the book choices for the 2023 Longwood Gardens Community Read: “Black Food: Stories, Art, and Recipes From Across the African Diaspora” by Bryant Terry; “The Comic Book Guide to Growing Food” by Joseph Tychonievich with illustrations by Liz Anna Kozik; and “Bring Me Some Apples and I’ll Make You a Pie: A Story About Edna Lewis” by Robbin Gourley. The program is open to people of all ages. Participants will have the chance to win four free passes to Longwood Gardens.

Youths age 12 and up are invited to participate in Teen Tuesday Clubs every Tuesday from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Each week, participants will discuss books or explore STEM, creative writing, or arts and crafts.

The library invites community members to give donations to support the library’s programs. Visit https://elancolibrary.org /donate/ to learn more.

Mike O’Neill Memorial Ride set

The third annual Mike O’Neill Memorial Ride will take place on Saturday, May 6. This year, the event will benefit the Mike Diem family. Registration will open at 9 a.m., and kickstands will be raised at noon. The ride will take off from the O’Neill farm, 1390 Sheep Hill Road, East Earl, with a destination to be determined. At 11 a.m., participants may meet the family. There is a cost per vehicle. To learn more, email carlaoneill@comcast.net or search for “3rd Annual Mike O’Neill Memorial Ride Benefitting the Mike Diem Family” on Facebook.

Kids’ grilling contest planned

The inaugural Kids Hot Dog Grill Master Contest will take place at the Keystone Steak Cookoff on Saturday, May 6, at 12:30 p.m. at New Holland Community Park in the 400 block of Jackson Street. Children under age 14 may enter the contest, which will feature prizes, including gift cards. There is no fee to participate. To register, visit https://tinyurl.com/2023Kids HotDogContest or contact Bryant Glick at keystonesteak cookoff@gmail.com. Proceeds will benefit the New Holland Community Butterfly Garden.

OMPH School students win recognition

Students from Our Mother of Perpetual Help School (OMPH School) were recently recognized in the North Museum’s Science and Engineering Fair and the SIFMA Foundation’s fall 2022 National InvestWrite Competition.

Five OMPH School seventh-grade students participated in the Science and Engineering Fair on March 9 at Millersville University. Students were treated to dinner at the Millersville cafeteria and a tour of some of Millersville’s science and engineering buildings. The event also included an awards ceremony, where three OMPH School students were honored. In the junior division, Lucy Kowitz won second place in plant science, Amelia Atkinson placed third in plant science, and Cristiano Pereira won third place in physical science. Amelia and Cristiano also won auxiliary awards.

In the InvestWrite Competition, OMPH School eighthgrader Christopher Baumler placed first in Pennsylvania in the middle school division. He and his teacher, Ann DiNovis, were honored by the SIFMA Foundation and the Foundation for Free Enterprise Education (FFEE) during a virtual presentation on March 6.

The InvestWrite essay competition, for fourth- through

12th-graders, bridges classroom learning in math, social studies, and language arts with the practical research and knowledge required for saving, investing, and longterm planning. It also serves as a culminating activity for The Stock Market Game, a curriculum-based financial education program that challenges students to manage a hypothetical $100,000 online portfolio of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and cash over a semester or school year. The Stock Market Game and InvestWrite are offered in

DIY flooring demonstration slated

Martin’s Flooring will offer a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Flooring 101 Demonstration on Saturday, May 20, from 9 to 11 a.m. The program will be held in the Martin’s Flooring Outlet located at the rear of the Denver store at 608 Dwight Road, across from Weaver’s Store in Fivepointville.

Attendees will learn how to install products such as

luxury vinyl plank and tile, and learn which product is best for their space. Martin’s Flooring will offer the training free of charge.

Martin’s installation experts and manufacturer’s representatives will be onhand to answer questions. Space is limited. To register by Saturday, May 13, visit www.martinsflooring.com /diy or call 717-278-2176.

Pennsylvania through FFEE. In their essays, students discussed things to research in creating a portfolio geared for long-term financial success. The thousands of submitted essays were evaluated by a panel of expert judges from across the financial services industry. For more information about OMPH School, call 717-738-2414 or visit www.omphschool.com.

Students from OMPH School participated in the North Museum’s Science and Engineering Fair.

Christopher Baumler

Big Hug Inc. will host its inaugural Pocketbook Bingo fundraiser at Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 521 E. Orange St., Lancaster, on Saturday, April 29, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Doors will open at 10 a.m. The event will include 10 games of bingo, two special games and giveaway drawings. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

Space is limited to 200 bingo players. Tickets will be discounted when purchased in advance and full price at the door. To purchase tickets and for more details, visit www.bighuginc.org or search for “Big Hug Inc.” Information is also available by calling 717-299-5599. The proceeds from this event will go to feeding people throughout

central Pennsylvania over the coming months.

Big Hug Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization that works to feed those who are homeless and hungry throughout Lancaster, York, Berks, Lebanon and Dauphin counties. The organization was started in late 2021 by Linda Than.

When Than was a little girl in Vietnam, she and her family would gather around the dinner table to share meals and stories of their day. Than came to the United States just over three decades ago, initially living in Washington, D.C., for a few months before moving with her family to Lancaster. During her time in the nation’s capital, Than saw many people who were homeless, and she felt a need to help. Big Hug Inc. is based on Than’s joy for cooking and caring for others, interests that came from her late mother.

Since Big Hug’s founding, Than has organized a five-person board of directors, which includes the Rev. Louis Butcher, former pastor of Bright Side Baptist Church. The board meets monthly and supports Than in her efforts to feed those in need.

Big Hug is seeking assistance from local churches and community organizations that have commercial kitchens and gathering space where Big Hug volunteers may prepare and serve meals on weekend days. Currently, two or three facilities per county are needed for this purpose. Thus far, Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Columbia has invited Big Hug

to provide its services one Sunday in June and another in August. Volunteers and financial contributions are sought, as well.

Big Hug has set a goal to feed more than 2,500 people before the end of 2024. Than also hopes to one day have a food truck that will allow her to take her mission into the streets, directly to people in need.

Linda Than (left), founder of Big Hug Inc., and volunteer Truc Brusacoram work in the kitchen at a meal event.

The Heritage Chorale of Lancaster has announced its spring concert series, “The Road Home.” Concerts will take place on select Sundays at 4 p.m. The

chorale will perform on April 30 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 200 W. Orange St., Lititz; on May 7 at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 308 Petersburg Road,

Neffsville; and on May 21 at Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 3131 Columbia Ave., Lancaster.

“The Road Home” explores the idea that everyone is on their way home in myriad personal ways and that home is a place of warmth, solace, safety and love. Artistic director Barry L. Sawyer has curated a program of songs that celebrate the journey and the destination. Selected will include Stephen Paulus’ “The Road Home,” Eric Whitacre’s “The Seal Lullaby,” Gerald Custer’s setting of William Butler Yeats’ poem “Innisfree,” “Can-

tate Domino” by Giuseppe Pitoni, “O Love” by Elaine Hagenberg, “Esto Les Digo” by Kinley Lange, “I Beheld Her, Beautiful as a Dove” by Healey Willan, “Sure on This Shining Night” by Samuel Barber, “At the River” by Aaron Copland and “Good News, the Chariot’s Comin’” by Moses Hogan. Admission is free, and freewill offerings will be accepted. No reservations are required.

For more information about the Heritage Chorale of Lancaster, visit https://the heritagechorale.org/.

In the old gym, games, face painting, and other activities with international flair will be held. Stations will include a virtual reality experience. “(Attendees) can choose different countries to visit at that station,” said Groft. In addition, a coloring book featuring a page for each of a number of countries will be handed out to families. France, Germany, Ireland, and more countries are included, and pages bear line art of flags, maps, symbols, animals, and items related to the history of each place. Dancers from the Lancaster Liederkranz are scheduled to give demonstrations as well. The colorful flags of different countries will be on hand to view.

Groft noted that a grant from the Spartan Foundation is helping to cover food and materials for Night Around the World and that the foundation will have a display at the event.

The Health Council has up to 50 members, including select students, staff mem-

bers from every school building in the ELANCO district, and a school board member. The students learn teamwork and time management as they plan and hold events including a Mini Relay For Life and fitness challenges.

ON-SITE PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION

Students present Passion Play

The second-grade class at Our Mother of Perpetual Help School in Ephrata recently presented its annual Passion Play under the direction of second-grade teacher Beth Eberly. A long-standing tradition at OMPH School, the play depicts the last week of Jesus’ life, from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday. It is a tradition that helps to prepare the school community for the coming of Holy Week. The activity is also intended to give the students an opportunity to consider what Jesus endured in order to bring people the Easter message of everlasting life. For more information about Our Mother of Perpetual Help School, call 717-738-2414 or visit www.omphschool.com.

PUBLIC AUCTION

PUBLIC AUCTION

ON-SITE PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION

THURS., MAY 11 AT 6:00 P.M.

2½ STORY 4 BEDROOM DWELLING DETACHED 2 CAR GARAGE NEW HOLLAND BORO

SATURDAY, MAY 20 • 10 A.M.

Auction For: C. Ned Foltz

REAL ESTATE - A Frame w/Lg. Addition on 16.19ac. Woodland Lot 2, 2.2ac Woodland • Lot 3, 5.9ac Woodland Lot 4, 4ac Woodland • Lot 5, 0.29 Woodland 15 Vince-Julia Lane, Womelsdorf, PA 19567, Berks Co., Heidelberg Twp. Conrad Weiser school dist. Dwelling consists of 3200 sq. ft. living area. 2nd Floor: 3 bedrooms and full bath, (Master BR w/whirlpool tub). 1st floor: Large entryway w/office and storage room, sitting room, sunken den w/fireplace & cathedral ceiling, large kitchen with island, ½ bath, beautiful waterfall stairway. Large back porch and fenced-in backyard. Lower level: Spacious 3 car garage. Also, 14x26 one car detached garage, & 10x14 tool shed. On 16.19 mostly wooded acres. If you’re looking for a location that’s off the beaten path and somewhat secluded and has abundant wildlife, this place is right for you. Buy 1 parcel or all 5, your option! Utilities are as follows: On site sewer and water. 200 amp electric service with generator hookup. Oil hot water heat. Backup heat: Wood hot air. New roof in 2022. Open House Date: Saturday, April 29th, 1-3 P.M. or call for appointment. Conditions of sale: 10% down day of sale, balance 60 days.

Gerald Hoover

R095160

(Eden Twp/Quarryville Area)

PUBLIC AUCTION

3-BDRM 1.5-BATH RANCH STYLE MODULAR HOME * .95-AC.

1,032 SQ. FT. 3-BAY MASONRY BLOCK GARAGE/SHOP 2008 CADILLAC SRX * 2011 JEEP CHEROKEE * CUB CADET LAWN TRACTOR

TUESDAY, MAY 2 @ 5:30 P.M.

Located at 248 Loop Rd., Quarryville, PA - Eden Twp., Lancaster Co.

Directions: From Strasburg area take May Post Office Rd. S. 4.5 mi. to right on Stony Hill Rd. to left on Loop Rd to home on right.

Real Estate: Consists of a 1,400 sq. ft. (1972) 3-BR modular ranch style home & a masonry block 3-bay garage/shop on a rural .95-ac. lot. Main floor includes kitchen w/gas range, fridge & DW; 12’x14’ dining room; 12’x16’ living room; 3-BRs & 1.5 baths; unfinished 12’x21’ family room; LL includes a 12’x16’ family room; storage rooms; laundry w/W&D; upright freezer; Bilco exit door; oil forced air heat/central AC; on site well & septic; annual taxes: $1,852. Outbuilding: 1,032 sq. ft. 3-bay masonry block garage/shop w/autoopeners; macadam circle drive & parking area; large yard/garden area.

OPEN HOUSE: Call/text auctioneer @ (717) 371-3333.

Terms: 10% down day of sale, balance on or before 60-days. Attorney: George Cook (717) 509-7278.

Note: Wonderful setting amidst the rural Amish farmland of southern Lancaster Co. Home needs some interior cosmetic TLC; nice spacious 3-bay garage/shop; large level lot offers space for yard, garden or pasture!

VEHICLES & TRACTOR sell after Real Estate: 2008 Cadillac SRX4 SUV Black, 79k miles, leather, power loaded; 2011 Jeep Cherokee Laredo 4x4 Grey, leather, loaded, AS-IS condition; 2011 CUB CADET GTX2000 20hp garden tractor, 536hrs, 42” deck, hydro, electric PS; attachments include: 54” snow blower, spinner spreader, drop spreader, CB3310 7hp chipper/shredder, 4-suitcase weights.

For photos & details visit www.martinandrutt.com

Auction By: MARTIN & RUTT AUCTIONEERS

AY2189-L Michael J. Martin (717) 371-3333 John J. Rutt II (717) 587-8906

AUCTION FOR: THE VICTOR D. WEBB ESTATE (EXEC. SHERI WEBB (717) 303-8442)

R095169

610-589-4225 AU-2794L

Terms by: David and Bethany Hoover Attorney: Steiner Sandoc SEE IT @ hooversauction.net

PUBLIC AUCTION

*GOING

THURSDAY,

Located at 956 West Main St. (Rt. 23), New Holland, PA Jet 124 OPY Metal Lathe, Kwik-Way Valve & Seat Grinder, Orbit Industrial Drill Press, Solar 2175 Wire Feed Welder, Cutting Torch, 225 Lincoln Welder, BeLaire Vertical 60 Gal. Air Compressor, Cherry Picker Engine Crain, Walker Air Jacks, 2-Transmission Jacks, Hyd. Engine & Jack Stands, Coats Tire Changer, Coats 700 Balancer, Strut Spring Comp., Snap-on Eco-134 A/C Machine, Snapon D-Tac Battery Tester & Charger, Snap-on Counselor, Snap-0n Modis Scanner, Snap-on Tool Chest. Lots of Snap-on Air Tools, Sockets, Wrenches, Bore Scope, Tubing Tools, Matco Smoke Detector, Freon Identifier, Gear Oil Dispenser, Air Grease Gun, Waste Oil Pump, Soot Master Vac. Parts Washer, Machinist Tool Box & Tools, Metal Bins of Garage Supplies, Early Metal Cabinets & Bins, Oils, JD# D-65 Treadle Rupp Mini Bike, Etc., Etc.

AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: 50 yrs. of Service to the Community. Frybarger’s are Closing Shop. This is a Partial Listing, Shop Equipment After 6:30 P.M., Many Corners Undiscovered. Questions Call Mike at 717-875-7404 after 8:00 A.M.

By: Michael Frybarger 717-875-7404

See pictures at Auctionzip # 3757

Jeffrey R. Martin - Elam Esh AU 003117-L www.auctionzip.com ID #3757 717-656-7774

52 N. Railroad Ave., New Holland, PA 17557. Rt. 23 E. of Leola into New Holland Boro. Left N. Railroad Ave. to property on left. (New Holland Boro., Lanc. Co.).

2½ story dwelling w/1846 SF finished area, eat-in kitchen w/appliances, dining room, living room, family room w/open banister stairs, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1st floor laundry w/washer & dryer included, mudroom, attic, full basement, oil HW heat w/radiators, (5) window AC units, Colonial stained trim & panel doors thru out, hardwood floors, insulated windows, covered front porch, rear deck, detached 2 car garage 20x17, level rural lot w/fenced rear yard & rear alley w/parking.

Ideally located 4-bedroom dwelling in need of TLC. Ideal as residence or investment. Convenient location, minutes to Leola, Hinkletown, Blue Ball & East Earl. Easy access to Rts. 322 & 23. Personal inspection by appointment or open house April 29, May 6 & 13 from 1 to 4 PM. For brochure or land plotting visit www.klinekreidergood.com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368).

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

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

Lic. #499, 2116, 5064, 3956

www.klinekreidergood.com

PUBLIC DOWNSIZING

CATALOGED BOOK AUCTION

Sat.,

May

Mimi Bicking 717-917-2322

6, 2023 @ 8:30 AM

2035 N. Churchtown Road, East Earl, PA 17519

Directions: From Blue Ball head East on Rt. 23 to Pool Forge Rd. make LEFT, to Churchtown Rd. make RIGHT to Auction on LEFT

w/Kawasaki Motor (like new, very good condition)

• Eiler S.S. Wall Map No. 5 (The Exodus) Map of Egypt and Bible Lands of the Old Testament

• Pro Back Yard, Propane French Fryer (good shape)

• Lots of New Princess House in boxes

• Moon & Stars Dishes, Gold and green Carnival Glassware

• Nice Old Cedar Chest

• Oak Sewing Machine Cabinet

• Books: Sears Catalogs; Angel’s God’s Secret Agents; PA School History 1690-1990 and lots more. Call today for a FREE Book Catalog.

OF FRYBARGER AUTO REPAIR

OUT OF BUSINESS*

MAY 11, 2023 AT 3:00 P.M.

Second-graders donned costumes to present the story of Holy Week.

Denver cemetery to join WAA

The national nonprofit organization Wreaths Across America (WAA) announced that Fairview Cemetery and Fairview Cemetery Annex in Denver will join the mission to remember, honor, and teach as an official location for 2023. This is the first year that the cemetery will participate

in this national program.

WAA started as a simple gesture of thanks that has grown into a national, yearlong movement of dedicated volunteers and communities coming together to not only remember the nation’s fallen and honor their service, but to teach the

(Blue Ball/East Earl Area)

next generation about the value of freedom.

This year, there will be more than 3,700 participating locations placing wreaths on veterans’ graves on National Wreaths Across America Day, which will take place on Saturday, Dec. 16.

See WAA pg 16

3-PROPERTY PUBLIC AUCTION

6-UNIT COMMERCIAL/RETAIL BLDG. * .36-AC

#2) MULTI-DWELLING RENTAL PROPERTY * .32-AC. #3) 3-UNIT RENTAL PROPERTY & BARN * .43-AC.

THURSDAY, MAY

4 @ 5:00 P.M.

#1) “The Packing House Shops”#2) 2-Apartment Houses#3) 3-Unit Rental Property

Located at 4312 Division Hwy., (Blue Ball) East Earl, PA 17519

Directions: From Rt.23/322 in Blue Ball follow Rt. 322 E. ¼ mile to properties on left.

Real Estate Descriptions: Property #1: “The Packing House Shops” a 3-Story 6-Unit Commercial/Retail Building w/9,992

Sq. Ft. w/central AC/heat systems. 5-Suites currently rented; 6th space used by seller. Annual Rent income is: $36,600; annual taxes: $7,854.This property is adjacent to and sold in conjunction with Property #2.

Property #2: features 2-frame residential apartment houses. House #1 has 828 sq. ft. and includes a 2-bdrm 1-bath apartment. House #2 has 1,395 sq. ft. and includes 2-2-bdrm 1-bath apartments. Annual Rent income is: $24,240; annual taxes: $4,158. Property sells combined w/Property #1.

Property #3: 3-unit 2,168 sq. ft. rental property & frame barn on .43-ac. lot zoned commercial/retail. Space currently used by a hair salon, vacant office space, recently upgraded vacant 2-bdrm 1-bath apartment. 900 sq. ft. frame barn for additional rental. Annual potential Rent income: $27,000; annual taxes: $2,640.

OPEN HOUSE: Call/text auctioneer @ (717) 371-3333.

FOR COMPLETE DETAILS & PHOTOS visit www.martinandrutt.com

Auction By: MARTIN & RUTT AUCTIONEERS

AY2189-L

Michael J. Martin (717) 371-3333

John J. Rutt II (717) 587-8906

R095166

PUBLIC AUCTION

COUNTRY 1 STY. 3 BDRM. RANCHER

FAMILY RM. - SUN RM. - 1 CAR GAR. 1/3 ACRE RURAL LOT

REINHOLDS - BLAINSPORT AREA

FRIDAY, MAY 12 • 5 P.M.

95 Swamp Bridge Rd., Denver. From Reinholds Rt. 897 N. toward Blainsport.

Left Swamp Bridge Rd. House on right.

AUCTION FOR: BENNET WEAVER (ATTORNEY: PATRICK DEIBLER (717) 354-7700)

- Farmersville/Hinkletown Area -

PUBLIC AUCTION

Valuable Real Estate - 1.3 ACRE +/-

2½ Sty. House - Horse Barn - Shed - $20 Gold Coin - Furniture - Antiques - HH Goods - Books - Lawn Mower

SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2023 AT 8:30 A.M./RE AT 1:00 P.M.

Location: 371 Goods Road, Ephrata, PA 17522 (W. Earl Twp./Lanc. Co.)

Directions: Rt. 322 East of Ephrata to Hinkletown. Turn right onto E. Farmersville Rd. (at Martin’s Bike Shop). Follow to 1st road right (Goods Rd.). Follow Goods Rd. to property on right.

REAL ESTATE: 1.3

Acre +/- country property w/2½ Sty. house and horse barn.

2. sty. house w/2082 sq. ft., 4 bdrms., 2 full baths, eat-in kitchen, living rm., parlor (or fifth bdrm.), mudroom/laundry, basement, attic. Oil/Hot water heat. Barn: 30’x50’ barn w/12’x40’ forebay, horse stalls, work shop, storage and 2nd floor. 16’x16’ outbuilding. All on 1.3 acres +/- w/circle drive. On-site well & septic. West Earl Twp., Zoned AG. Taxes approx. $4174.00. Auctioneer’s Note: Rural property w/nice country location. Borders Conestoga River. Adjoins farmland w/farmland views. Minutes to New Holland, Farmersville, Ephrata, Bareville, etc. Easy acess to Rts. 322 & 222. Property being sold to settle estate.

Terms: 10% down, balance on or before July 5, 2023. Kling, Deibler & Glick Attys. 717-354-7700.

Personal Inspection by appointment OR OPEN HOUSE:

Saturdays, April 15 & 22, 1-3 P.M. Contact auctioneer w/any questions @ 717-354-9524.

ANTIQUES – COLLECTIBLES - PRIMITIVES: Columbia 600 express wagon; Frank B. Bentz furnace w/c.i. kettle; Columbian blacksmith vise; Sico 5 gal. oil can; Maytag oil tins; Trojan Powder & other dove-tailed wooden box; Griswold #6 c.i. fry pan; Dietz Union driving lantern; F.S.&B., New Brighton, PA 5gal. crock & other stoneware crocks; stoneware jug; 7 Shedd’s Peanut Butter tins; Keystone Portable Hammermill 1942 calendar; sleigh bells; blue jars (1858 & others); burlap bags; galv. bucket; galv. washtub; coal buckets; agateware

COINS: 1878-S $20 Gold Coin – (Nice!); 1922 Peace silver dollar; 1914 Barber half dollar; 1945 Walking Liberty half dollar; 1897 Barber quarter; 3 Standing Liberty quarters; 9 Silver Washington quarters; few silver dimes & Buffalo nickels; few Indian Head pennies; 41 Wheat pennies; 1896 Canadian large cent

BOOKS & LITERATURE: 1873 German Bible; Mennonitische Kundschau – Aug. 17,

Auctioneers: T m Weaver Tim Dave Stoltzfus, Steve Schu er, Dave Steve Schuler, Matthew Martin

(Akron Area)

PUBLIC AUCTION

3-BDRM 2-BATH BRICK RANCHER w/GARAGE * .75-AC. LOT NEW GOURMET KITCHEN & DINING AREA * GREAT ROOM w/FP TUESDAY, MAY 9 • 6 P.M.

Located at 923 Oak St., Akron, PA 17501

Directions: From Akron Rt. 272/Main St. follow Rt. 272 S. to left on Oak St. to property on left.

1892; Der Martha Zimmerman Estate Volksfreund und Beobachter – late 1800’s; Farm & Home 1898 & 1899 & other early newspapers; Rural New Yorker Journal – 30’s & 40’s; Farm Journal magazines (1970’s); Ephrata Reporter; 2 Zimmerman Family History (early & late edition); The Leonard Seibel Family Record 1818-1974; A Century of Education – Crossroads School; Groffdale directories: ’02, ’07 & ‘17; 2005 Weaverland directory; The Unwanted Son by Benuel Fisher; One Boy’s Battle; Light From Heaven; Hidden Rainbow; Search to Belong; Treasures of the Snow; Black Beauty; Pilgrim’s Progress; Birds of North America; House Calls & Hitching Posts; This Must Be My Brother; Henry’s Red Sea; His Protecting Hand; Titanic; Johnstown Flood; But Not Forsaken; Rebuilding Hope; Rosanna of the Amish; Heidi; Glaubens-Lieder (German songbook); Star of Bethlehem songbook; Chuck-wagon Gang songbook; Upper Room Hymns; Philharmonia songbooks; Mennonite Community Cookbook & others

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES: GE refrigerator; GE Profile washer & dryer; ’18 Frigidaire window AC unit; ext. table w/13 boards; set of 6 oak arrowback chairs w/acorn pattern (good cond.); set of 6 spindle back chairs; 2 half spindle back chairs; drop leaf table; 2 full size beds; wooden wardrobe; antique washstand; bureau; sideboard; 3 blanket chests; oak kneehole desk (nice); rocking chair; folding chairs; park bench

HH GOODS & OUTDOOR RELATED: Gilson rototiller; Honda lawn mower; Fuji ladies’ bicycle; True Temper wheelbarrow; Efco string trimmer; few tools; Kenmore Progressive HEPA sweeper; Bernina 811 sewing machine; microwave; SS stockpots; Rival elec. crockpot; Braun & Mr. Coffee coffee makers; Osterizer blender; agate roast pan; Carnival pitcher & tumbler set; some Depression glassware; misc. kitchenwares; 3 harmonicas: Hohners

Auto-Valve-Harp “F”, Butterfly & Mississippi; misc. household goods

AUCTION INFO: We will begin at 8:30 w/tools followed by HH Goods approx. 9:00. Coins at 12:30. Real Estate at 1:00. Auction held in tent. Auction Co. and sellers are not responsible for accidents. Auction day announcements take precedence over all advertising. Payment terms: cash, approved check or credit card w/3% fee. Food Stand.

Tim Weaver Auct Srvc Auct. Srvc. Phone: 717-354-9524

Lic #AY2109

R094734

(Churchtown/Narvon Area)

PUBLIC AUCTION

3-BDRM 2-BATH HOME * 1.30-AC. RURAL LOT!

3-BAY 2-STORY GARAGE * PASTURE & ORCHARD

VALUABLE RESIDENCE/RENTAL/INVESTMENT PROPERTY

THURSDAY, MAY 11 @ 5:30 P.M.

Spacious, rural rancher w/3400 SF, eat-in kitchen w/custom cabinets, large dining/family rm., rec rm. w/brick hearth & coal stove, 3 bdrms. & bonus 4th on lower level, 2 full baths, 16x12 sun rm. w/cathedral ceilings & skylights, living rm., foyer, bsmt. w/cold cellar & outside entrance, oil HW BB heat, central AC, 16x22 covered rear patio/porch, rural 1/3 acre lot w/farmland boundary, farmland view.

After 58 years, owner relocating to retirement facility & serious to sell. Solid “one owner” house. Convenient, ideal country location. Minutes to Reinholds, Denver, Schoeneck & Blainsport. Personal inspection by appointment or open house Sat., April 22, 29 & May 6 from 1 to 4 PM. For brochure or land plotting visit www.klinekreidergood.com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368).

Randal V. Kline

Roy E. Good, Jr.

Aaron Z. Nolt

Curvin M. Horning

717-733-1006

Lic. #499, 2116, 5064, 3956

Judith A. Shupp 717-336-2536

R094460

Real Estate: Consists of a totally renovated 2,106 sq. ft. brick rancher w/1-car garage on a private wooded .75-acre lot. Main floor features a stunning new gourmet kitchen w/granite counters, tile backsplash, SS appliances, pantry, breakfast nook & coffee bar, recessed lighting; 21’x9’ formal dining room w/pine ceiling, tile flooring; 20’x14’ great room w/vaulted cathedral ceiling, electric FP, laminate flooring, exit to garage; foyer w/hall closet; primary bedroom suite has stone LP gas FP, double closet, pocket door private bath w/double sink, tile & glass shower, laundry; 9’x8’ bdrm; full bath; 13’x11’ bdrm; 20’x14’ covered west side porch w/charming Edison lighting; lower level includes a 12’x20’ workout room; 18’x17’ finished family room; utility room w/laundry Whirlpool W & D included; new LP furnace/ central AC; 200 amp svc; (2021-22) new roof, plumbing, flooring, paint; insulated windows; carbon filter, public water & sewer; annual taxes: $5,617. Outbuilding: detached frame 1-car garage w/auto opener; 500-gallon LP tank; new macadam driveway & parking area.

OPEN HOUSE: SAT. APRIL 29 from 1-3 PM for info call/text auctioneer @ (717) 371-3333

Terms: 10% down day of sale, balance on or before 60-days. Attorney: Kling, Deibler & Glick (717) 354-7700

Note: This charming ranch style home has been meticulously renovated throughout; valuable amenities abound! Peaceful private wooded setting in southern Akron area conveniently located only minutes to all services; desirable Ephrata School District.

1% BROKER PARTICIPATION INVITED * CALL AUCTIONEER FOR DETAILS

For photos & listing visit www.martinandrutt.com

Auction By: MARTIN & RUTT AUCTIONEERS

AY2189-L

Michael J. Martin (717) 371-3333

John J. Rutt II (717) 587-8906

AUCTION FOR: JOHN & NINA ZELEK

Located at 393 Shirktown Rd., Narvon, PA Caernarvon Twp., Lanc. Co.

Directions: From Churchtown take Rt. 23 E. 1-mile to right on Shirktown Rd. to property on left. Or, from Honey Brook take Rt. 10 N. to left on Shirktown Rd. to property on right.

Real Estate: Consists of a 2,512 sq. ft. (1995) bi-level home & 3-bay 2-story garage on a rural 1.30-acre lot. Main floor features an oak cabinetry kitchen w/appliances & bar; dining area open to living room w/vaulted ceilings; 16’x16’ sunroom w/vaulted ceiling & skylights, access to 16’x15’ rear deck; 3-bedrooms w/closets; full bath; open foyer; lower level includes a 14’x20’ family room w/ground floor access; 4th & 5th possible bedrooms; full bath/ laundry; utility room; oil furnace/central AC; 200-amp svc; on-site well & septic system; annual taxes: $3,794. Outbuilding: A 3-bay 2-story frame garage w/walk -up 1,080 sq. ft. upper level storage; large fenced pasture & orchard; animals okay! Property elevation offers spectacular panoramic views across the rural eastern Lancaster Co. farmland!

OPEN HOUSE: SAT., APRIL 29 from 1-3 PM for info call/text auctioneer @ (717) 371-3333.

Terms: 10% down day of sale, balance on or before 60-days. Attorney: Kling, Deibler & Glick (717) 354-7700.

Note: Property is currently a residential rental @ $1,800/mo. Private wooded setting offers amazing views of the countryside! Convenient access to Rt. 10/23 or PA turnpike; Garden Spot School District.

OFFERING 1% BROKER PARTICIPATION * CALL AUCTIONEER (717) 371-3333

For photos & listing visit www.martinandrutt.com

Auction By: MARTIN & RUTT AUCTIONEERS

AY2189-L

Michael J. Martin (717) 371-3333

John J. Rutt II (717) 587-8906

(Elverson/Loags Corner Area) PUBLIC AUCTION

3-BDRM 2-BATH BI-LEVEL HOME w/2-CAR GARAGE *

LOT

20’x40’ POLE BARN/SHOP * UTILITY SHED & PASTURE

Located at 271 Lammey Rd., Elverson, PA W. Nantmeal Twp., Chester Co.

Directions: From Morgantown, PA take Rt. 23 E. to R. on 401 E. to right on (Rt. 82 S.) follow N. Manor Rd. to left on Lammey Rd. to auction site.

Real Estate: Consists of a 1,220 sq ft. (1980) 3-bdrm 2-bath bi-level home w/garage; a 20’x40’ pole barn, shed & pasture. Main floor features a modern oak cabinetry kitchen w/Corian tops, SS fridge, range microwave, DW & bar; dining area; formal living room w/bay window; 3-bedrooms & full bath; new rear patio/deck w/PVC railing; daylight lower level includes a large family room w/Harman wood/coal stove aux heat; full bath; laundry w/W & D; 2-car garage/shop area; lean-to side porch/patio; Geothermal AC/heat system; on-site well & septic; annual taxes: $4,856; nice paved driveway & parking area. Outbuildings: A heated 20’x40’ pole barn w/12’ door & air compressor; a 10’x14’ utility shed; fenced pasture, stream & pond.

Terms: 10% down day of sale, balance on or before 60-days. Attorney: Kling, Deibler & Glick (717) 354-7700.

Note: Charming 2.06 ac. “Gentleman’s Farm” includes a tastefully decorated move-in ready home; versatile heated pole barn; stream, pond & pasture for your animals; situated among the rural Amish farming community of Loags Corner in western Chester Co.

1% Broker Participation Invited * Contact Auctioneer - For Photos & Listing Visit www.martinandrutt.com

TRUCK, CAMPER, LAWN & GARDEN: 2011 maroon RAM 1500 crew cab pickup w/70k miles, 5.7L auto trans, loaded (NICE!); 2012 Flagstaff single axle A-frame pop-up camper (like new!); 8hp DR Power Dump Cart; 20hp Simplicity lawn tractor w/52” deck; 2-person kayak; 9hp Craftsman snow-blower; shop vac; 22” trim mower; SP 22” weed trimmer; PS255LN Echo blower; 2-Husqvarna chain saws 350 & 450; radial arm saw; 2-18-sp NEXT touring bikes (NICE); lots of hand & power tools; ladders & much more.

PERSONAL PROPERTY: Quilts; 30+ Longaberger® baskets; 24+pc Pink Depression; Milk Bottle collection (Peachey, Hoffman, Baker & Sons, etc.) qts, pints, creamers & lids; lots of tin & wooden country décor; wire egg basket; egg scale; chicken crate; wooden crates & boxes; early metal doll house & furniture; early tins & bottles; nail keg; chicken figurines; wooden toys; clocks; oil lamps; old crocks & jugs; art prints; farm signs; butter churn; wooden wagon; agateware; early farming magazines; Amish dolls; etc.

FURNITURE: Oak ext. table w/4-leaves & 6-chairs; oak hutch; sofa & chair; antique settee, rockers, oak 4-pc. BR suite queen; dbl bed; single bed, dresser & desk; oval lamp tables; glass curio, oak curio, country corner cupboard; steamer trunk; 3-section book shelf; cane-seat chairs; 4-mesh porch chairs; etc.

Terms: Cash, PA check or credit card w/3% fee; food by Weaverland Valley FC; sale held in tent, bring your chair!

AUCTION FOR: GERALD J & (THE LATE DARLENE M.) STOLTZFUS (KEVIN (717) 989-0521

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 and Student Bible Fellowship classes at 10:35. Options for nurserygrade 5 during both services. Check us out at www.bethanygf.org or call 717445-6644 with questions. To Thrive | To Impact | To Unify.

CALVARYCHAPELOFHONEY BROOK: 80 Village Square, Honey Brook. Teach the Word of God book-by-book, chapterby-chapter & verse-by verse. Sunday: Worship & Bible Study with nursery & children’s church at 9 am. Tuesday : Worship, Bible Study & children’s church at 7:00 pm. Wednesday : Women’s Bible Study at 10 am. Monthly Saturday: Men’s Prayer Breakfast offsite at 7 am. www.cchoneybrook.org.

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.

EVANGELICAL UNITED METHODIST

CHURCH : “Welcoming, Loving, and Serving Jesus” 9am Adult Sunday School, 10am Worship & Children’s Church, Nursery Provided. FREE Community Dinner held 1st Wed. of each month at 5:30pm. 276 W. Main St. in New Holland eumnh276@comcast.net eumckidzministry@gmail.com

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

NEW HOLLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: 120 West Main St. 717-3540226. Pastor Ray Voran. Worship 9 a.m. childcare provided; Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Handicapped access.

OURLADYOF 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.

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

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

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.

Please Note:Updates can be made to your church’s listing for 1st issue date of each month only. (Changes must be submitted by the previous Wednesday.)

Listings And

Call Justin at 717-492-2533

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REAL ESTATE PUBLIC AUCTION

1 STY., 2 BDRM. RANCH STYLE HOUSE 24’x28’ DETACHED GARAGE - 1 ACRE

FRIDAY, APRIL 28 • 6:00 P.M. Location: 1167 Landis Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522 (E. Cocalico Twp., Lanc. Co.)

Directions: Follow Hahnstown Rd. North of Rt. 322 approx. 3 miles. Turn right onto Red Run Rd., right onto Landis Rd. to property on right.

REAL ESTATE PUBLIC AUCTION

5 BDRM. HOUSE - 2 STY. BARN 40’x60’ SHOP w/OFFICE SPACE - 3 ACRES +/THURSDAY, MAY 11 • 5:30 P.M.

Location: 111 E. Black Creek Rd., East Earl, PA 17519 (Brecknock Twp./Lancaster Co.) Directions:

and lg. family rm. w/fireplace and woodstove, storage & utility room. Outside access. 2 porches. 22’ x 25’ attached 2 car garage. 12’ x 20’ detached 1 car garage. LP/hot water baseboard heat. Whole house fan. 200 amp elec. Kinetico water system. All on 4/10 acre +/- country lot w/macadam drive. Onsite well & septic. East Earl Twp. Zoned AG. Elanco Schools. Taxes approx. $3787.00.

Auctioneer Note: Excellent opportunity to purchase country property w/ brick rancher in the beautiful Weaverland Valley, bordering farmland w/ nice farmland view. Ideal location. Close proximity to Shady Maple Complex. Minutes to New Holland, Terre Hill, East Earl. etc. Very easy access to Rts. 23, 897, 322 & PA Turnpike.

Terms: 10% down, settlement on or before June 26, 2023. Kling, Deibler & Glick Attys. 717-354-7700.

Personal Inspection by appointment OR OPEN HOUSE:

Saturdays, April 8 & 22, 1-3 PM.

Contact auctioneer @717-354-9524 w/any questions. Contact Leroy @ 717-821-6538 to schedule a private showing.

Real Estate: 1 Acre country property w/2 Bdrm. Ranch type home and 24’ x 28’ detached garage. 1 sty. rancher w/1248 sq. ft., 2 bdrms., full bath, kitchen, living rm., laundry, full basement w/outside access, attic, and porch. Oil/forced air heat. Garage: 24’x28’ oversized detached garage w/12’x9½’ OH door. 10’x15’ utility bdlg. All on 1 acre level lot w/lawn & garden area, on-site well & septic. East Cocalico Twp., Zoned AG. Taxes approx. $2,964.00.

Auctioneer Note: Excellent opportunity to purchase affordable country property, along low traffic road, bordering farmland. Dandy starter home. Easy access to Rts. 222, 272, 322 & PA Turnpike. Minutes to Ephrata, Stevens, Reamstown, Denver & Terre Hill, etc. Sellers are relocating and plan to sell.

Terms: 10% down, settlement on or before June 27, 2023. Kling, Deibler & Glick Attys. 717- 354-7700.

Personal Inspection by appointment OR OPEN HOUSE: Saturdays, April 15 & 22, 1-3 PM.

Contact Darvin @ 717-587-9081 to schedule a showing. Offering 1% broker participation. Contact auctioneer for details.

3 Acres +/- country property w/5 Bdrm. house, horse barn and 40’ x 60’ shop w/construction business variance since 1994. A “one of a kind” property w/lots of opportunity.

2½ sty. farmhouse, 2,500 sq. ft., w/5 bdrms., 1½ baths, eat-in kitchen w/oak rsd. panel cabinets, living rm., parlor, of- fice. Wrap around porch. Attic. Basement. Oil/hot water baseboard heat. 200 amp. elec. Barn: 28’x40’ w/10’x30’ forebay. 2 horse stalls, garage area and 2nd story w/drive-in access. Shop: 40’x60’ heated shop w/18’x22’ office addition. Shop features 3 bays, grease pit, 14’ ceilings, 5 O.H. doors, office, restroom and 2nd floor rec room. All on 3 acres +/- w/fenced pasture, creek, macadam drive & parking, garden area, spacious lawn, on-site well and septic. Brecknock Twp. Zoned AG. Taxes Approx. $4,435.

Auctioneer Note: Unique property w/well maintained house & buildings. “One of a kind.” Frontage on both Rt. 625 & E. Black Creek Rd., Easy access to the PA Turnpike & Rt. 222. The Shirks are serious to sell - prepare to buy.

Terms: 10% down, settlement on or before July 10, 2023. Kling, Deibler & Glick, Attys. 717-354-7700.

Personal Inspection by appointment OR OPEN HOUSE: Saturdays, April 22 and May 6, 1-3 PM.

Contact Allen @ 717-989-5393 to schedule a showing.

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The CNC Brake Press Operator is responsible to produce quality parts in a safe and timely manner. The responsibilities include the ability to use a computer, make program modifications, read prints and job orders, use measuring instruments using general mathematical skills, and have the ability to record proper data as required. Familiarity with machine tools is a plus as well as strong attention to detail, willing to keep the work area clean and tidy, and perform other duties as needed. Yoder Industries maintains a drug free, tobacco free workplace offering competitive wages, commensurate with experience.

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SAFE STEP. North America’s #1 Walk-in tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our free shower package & $1,600 off - limited time! Financing available. 1-855-417-1306.

SWITCH AND SAVE up to $250/ yr. on talk, text & data. No contract or hidden fees. Unlimited talk & text with flexible data plans. Premium nationwide coverage. 100% U.S. based customer service. Limited time get $50 off any new account. Use code GIFT50. 1-855-903-3048.

THE GENERAC PWRCELL solar plus battery storage system. Save money, reduce reliance on grid, prepare for outages & power your home. Full installation services. $0 down financing option. Request free no obligation quote. 1-877-539-0299.

WESLEY FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC Timeshare Cancellation Experts. Over $50,000,000 in timeshare debt & fees cancelled in 2019. Get free info package & learn how to get rid of your timeshare! Free consultations. Over 450 positive reviews. 1-833-308-1971.

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SEASONAL

COAL/WOOD/PELLET STOVES & Inserts, New & Refurbished. Over 300 models in stock. $100-$800 & up. Buy/Sell/Trade. Call 717-577-6640

LOST & FOUND

FOUND AN ITEM? Place a FREE 15 word ad in your local issue to locate the owner of your found item.

1-800-428-4211

READ YOUR AD THE FIRST WEEK IT APPEARS This publication will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion of any advertisement.

SERVICES RENDERED

AMISHMOVINGCOMPANY

Will move households (will go out of state). Fair prices for Clean Outs of Attics, Basements. 717-442-3301

ANDY’S DRYWALL

Interior Remodeling, Hanging, Finishing, Framing, Painting, Basements, Additions, Insured. PA 022669. 717-587-4102

B&L CARSON DISPOSAL

Houses • basements • garages • yards Junk removal, 717-696-9453

No job too big or too small!

BUSHES PROFESSIONALLY TRIMMED & pruned. Hedges, shrubbery, ornamental plants aesthetically maintained. No job too small. Spring clean-up, mulching, light landscaping. 717-405-8733

(ClarkCo Meats)

CUSTOM BUTCHERING

Beef/ Pork / Sheep/ Goats / and Deer. Open Year Round. Scheduling Appointments Now for Spring and Summer.

Call Us at: 610-470-3011

CLEAN OUT BASEMENTS, houses/yards, commercial cleanout, painting/demo work. Insrd. 717-928-3017

CLOCK REPAIR - TRAGER

717-786-7053

DRYWALLREPAIRS, Painting & Carpentry. Call Ed 484-639-1613

DRYWALL WORK. 30 Years Experience. Full Service Drywall Contractor. Text or Call: 717-989-2069. Kent Sauder LLC

GENERALCONTRACTOR:

Additions, Siding, Replacement Windows & Doors. 15 Yrs Exp. PA153114 Sylvan Miller 717-468-2693

GUTTERS,GUTTERS

Clean, Repair, Gutter Guards. Property Maint. by Steve. 717-892-7411

HANDYMAN - Painting, Power Washing, Landscaping/Hardscaping/Seeding, Gutters, Decks, Odd Jobs, MULCHING SPECIALS! 717-826-3680. PA047811

HAULING, JUNK REMOVAL. Bsmts, sheds, garages cleaned out. Tree brush. Odd jobs. We also move people. Free est. Visa/MC/ Disc/AmEx. 717-456-6051; 410-688-7569 CRASS HAULING

HOUSE WASHING BY ME

Removal of black stains off roof & exterior cleaning. 717-424-8504

IS YOUR ROOF LEAKING?

Do you want to have your roof inspected? WE FIX ALL ROOFS: Shingles, rubber, cedar shake, metal. WE DO FULL REPLACEMENTS ALSO Affordable and good workmanship. INTEGRITYROOFING REPAIR, LLC

Fully insured. PA158434

“Quality roof repairs you can trust.”

SERVICES RENDERED

JUNK REMOVAL

Basements, garages, attics, appliances. Five Star Property Service 717-278-1030

LAPP CONTRACTING

Shingles • Metal • Rubber Free Estimates | 717-690-5224

METAL ROOF REPAINTING

Call now for Free Quote!

SILVAN PAINTING, LLC • 717-305-0089

PAINTING By Triple P Int/Ext, Res/Com, 30 yrs exp. Free estimates, Fully insured Eric, 717-615-6442 PA 116089

PAINTING DONE RIGHT Interiors. Exteriors. Detailed clean custom painting services. Res/Com. Refs. PA126393. 717-286-5464

PAINTING: INTERIOR 20 yrs. experience PA024610 Elmer Stoltzfus, 717-201-4104

SAFE STEP. NORTH America’s #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1,600 off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step: 1-833-356-1954.

STUMP GRINDING & SMALLTREE REMOVAL 717-989-7938, leave message.

THE BATHROOM OF your dreams for as little as $149/month! BCIBath & Shower. Many options are available. Quality materials & professional installation. Senior & Military Discounts Available. Limited Time Offer - FREE virtual inhome consultation now and SAVE 15%! Call Today! 1-877-540-2780.

TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL

Brush Clearing - Stump Grinding. Sunny Slope Tree Service. Family Owned & Operated Since 1996 Fully Insured PA103313 717-768-0114 www.sunnyslopetreeservice.com

EARTHWISE LANDSCAPE & TREE CARE

We use modern pruning techniques for the health & safety of your trees & shrubs. Certified arborist on staff. Also removals, storm damage, & yard cleanup. 717-626-2541 (PA 088021)

WE TRANSFORM YOUR kitchen in less time, with less stress, at an amazing value. Since 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, and luxury countertop throughout the Northeast. Call today for a free estimate. 1-844887-5145 (PA017137).

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ITEMS WANTED

ALWAYS BUYING

Classic, Muscle & Sports Cars Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561

BRITISH MOTORCYCLES WANTED Triumph, Norton, BSA, etc., running or not. I pay more. 484-252-1708, anytime.

LOCAL HANDYMAN Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical Licensed & Insured 610-547-7789

ITEMS WANTED

CORVETTES WANTED

All Years. 1953 & Up Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561

OLD ELECTRONIC TUBES, ANTIQUE OR HAM RADIO, VINTAGE STEREO EQUIP. WANTED! 717-515-5753 TEXT

PICTURES OF ITEMS PLEASE.

PINBALL MACHINES WANTED.

Any condition, working or not. Call Matt: 717-538-9485 Thanks.

WANTED! MOTORCYCLES!

ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CASH$$ 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com

REAL ESTATE

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

All real estate advertised in this publication is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act which makes it illegal to advertise a preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, handicap (physical or mental) or familial status (people with children) or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. This publication will not knowingly accept any advertisement for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hearby informed that all dwellings advertised in this publication are required to be available on an equal opportunity basis.

*NOTE TO OUR CUSTOMERS* When placing your real estate ad please describe the property only, not who you wish to occupy it.

For Rent

CV SD - 1BR APT., 1st flr., washer/dryer, $975/mo. plus elec., no smoking. Call for info 717-305-7999 lv. msg.

OC,MD, 14th St., 1, 2 & 3 BR Apts. Nightly/Weekly. Cell: 717-318-4775 portnstarboardapts.com

PRIVATE COUNTRY SETTING 3 bdrm. bilevel house, Peach Bottom. $1,650/mo. security/utilities/no pets. $1,800/mo. w/pet. 717-572-2163 or 717-874-7604.

Free same day removal. All paperwork taken care of legally. PA licensed & insured. Call anytime 717-989-6980

$300-$1,000 CASH PAID ON ALLVEHICLES Serving York/Lancaster. 717-515-2607

WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE! Cash paid for unwanted cars, trucks. Any condition. Call Tim 717-318-0372

CYCLES

BRITISH MOTORCYCLES WANTED Triumph, Norton, BSA, etc., running or not. I pay more. 484-252-1708, anytime.

CASH PAID: ATVs, ATCs, Golf Carts, Motorcycles, 2/3/4 Wheelers, Any Yr, Running Or Not. Call/Txt 610-656-3158

Give us a call! 717-490-2665

JOHN'S HAULING/REMOVAL. Appl., Lg. Screen TVs, Pianos, Furniture, One Piece/ Truckload. 7 days, Last Min, 610-296-0560

BUYING CLASSIC CARS,TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com

CASH FOR OLD Advertising Signs! Text price / pics to 717-515-5753

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More than 2 million volunteers will come together on that day.

The goal for Fairview Cemetery and Fairview Cemetery Annex is to raise enough funds to place 373 sponsored veterans’ wreaths on the headstones of all the local heroes laid to rest there. The event is designed to help ensure that the individuals who served to protect the freedoms of the country will never be forgotten and to bring the community together in patriotic commemoration.

Those interested in volunteering for WAA or sponsoring a wreath for Fairview Cemetery and Fairview Cemetery Annex are invited to visit www.wreathsacrossamerica .org/PAFVDN to learn more. National Wreaths Across America Day is a free community event open to all people.

To learn more about local efforts, contact Sandy Flory at sandy@ptd.net or 717538-9299.

April designated as Grange Month

The Pennsylvania State Grange has proclaimed April as Grange Month. The observance is an opportunity for the Grange, an agricultural advocacy and rural service fraternity, to showcase the work being done by its members across the state and the country.

Since the Pennsylvania State Grange was established in 1873, it has emphasized the importance of service to the community. To celebrate its 150th anniversary, the Pennsylvania State Grange has asked local Granges across the state to carry out special activities and acts of community service.

Every Grange member is an advocate, and local meetings across Pennsylvania provide a forum to discuss opportunities to overcome numerous challenges. Topics of interest to Grange members include rural broadband; public notices and ensuring transparency; rural health care options; and the loss of prime farmland.

The Pennsylvania State Grange invites Pennsylvanians to join this organization supporting Pennsylvania’s agricultural community and beyond. To learn more, visit www.pagrange.org.