Grateful for the past … excited for the future
BY ANN MEAD ASH
Lighthouse Assembly of God
pastor Steve Ritchey was not present at the founding of the New Holland church, but he knows a great deal about the history of the organization, and he has deep respect for the roots of the congregation he has pastored for nearly three decades. It is in that spirit that Steve and the members and staff of Lighthouse invite all those who have been associated with the church since its founding in 1976 to attend a homecoming service on Sunday, Sept. 15, at 10 a.m. at Garden Spot High School, 669 E. Main St., New Holland. The service will be followed by a fellowship picnic and other activities at Lighthouse’s current location, 105 Earland Drive, New Holland, beginning at 11:45 a.m. and tours of the new church building under construction
at 1279 Main St., East Earl, at 12:45 p.m.
“This will be a celebration of what God has done in this church’s history and looking toward the future of what God will do as we move into the new church,” said Steve, who hopes the congregation will be worshiping in the new sanctuary the week of Sunday, Dec. 8, which will mark Steve’s 30-year anniversary with Lighthouse.
Former Lighthouse pastors scheduled to attend the homecoming service are the Rev. Ralph Chapin and the Rev. Fred Clark, accompanied by their wives. Evi Machamer, the 98-year-old wife of a former pastor, plans to travel from Mechanicsburg to attend.
“(After the service), we are inviting everyone to 105 Earland (Drive) for a picnic under a tent,” said Landon Ritchey, youth and connections pastor with Lighthouse. Activities, in addition to
BY ANN MEAD ASH
Megan Feveryear is on a mission. For the last few years, the Nashville resident - formerly of the eastern Lancaster County - has been bringing women’s conferences to the New Holland Church of the Nazarene. This fall, Feveryear is organizing a conference for women of all ages, but designed specifically to appeal to mothers and daughters.
“This one is (called) Grace Wants You,” said Feveryear, who explained the conference is named for the ministry she will present with at the New
Holland Church of the Nazarene, 428 Ranck Road, New Holland, on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There is a cost to attend the conference for all registered participants, with an added fee for an optional lunch.
According to Feveryear, she became acquainted with Janene and Elena Dubbeld - “a sweet mother and daughter who do women’s conferences”- through a virtual Bible study the three were enrolled in during COVID-19 restrictions. “We are (all) passionate about women and ministry and pouring into each lady
BY ADRIAN ESCHENWALD
In 1954, Alvin Engle bought a printing press with a dream of starting his own publication. Alvin, who had been working full time in the printing business, put the press in the basement of his home in Mount Joy, and together he and his wife, Pauline, laid the foundation for what would become Engle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc. (EPC). As EPC
celebrates its 70th anniversary this year, the company invites members of the community to attend an open house from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21, at its facility at 1100 Corporate Blvd. in Lancaster.
Refreshments will be available to purchase from food trucks such as Auntie Anne’s, Cupcakes by Casey, Tri-County Barbecue and Homage. Guests may enjoy
Lighthouse Assembly of God pastor Steve Ritchey (left photo) stands before the church’s current location, and his son, Lighthouse pastor of youth and connections Landon Ritchey (right photo), stands in front of Garden Spot High School, where the church’s upcoming homecoming service will be held.
Janene (left) and Elena Dubbeld will be featured at the Grace Wants You conference.
Support groups to meet
Garden Spot Village (GSV), 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, has posted several upcoming support group meetings.
Fellow Travelers in Community, a group for individuals experiencing cognitive changes, will meet at 10
a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 11, from 10 to 11 a.m. in the GSV theater. The program is free and open to the public. Contact Leslie Hartman at 717-355-6076 for more information.
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to remind her that she is so loved and the underlying truth that we are all wanted by God’s grace,” explained Feveryear. “At the end, we decided we wanted to do something together aside from this Bible study.”
time of worship, before a question-and-answer time, which will end at 3:30 p.m. “(Attendees) can ask any questions that are on their hearts,” said Feveryear.
Dementia Learning: Language Changes, Impact and Communication will be presented by Melody Karick, dementia educator, on Tuesdays, Sept. 17 and Oct. 15, from 11 a.m. to noon in the chapel at Meadow View Memory Support, 800 Kraybill Ave., New Holland. The session will help attendees recognize language changes and the impact they have on people living with dementia and others. The event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. To register, call 717-355-6000.
Feveryear encourages area women to come and take part in the event. “In this season, we need to be reminded more than ever that God’s grace is chasing after us,” she said. “No matter your age, you will hear that the grace of God is after you and wants you.”
According to Feveryear, the day will begin with registration, followed by a worship kickoff led by Elena and then a welcome by Feveryear. “Janene, Elena’s mom, will share her incredible testimony,” said Feveryear, who noted that Janene was abandoned by her parents on the doorstep of a stranger when she was only a baby. “Those strangers became her adopted family,” noted Feveryear. “When she was only a day old, God was chasing after her from the doorsteps of the random stranger’s house.” Janene’s testimony will be followed by lunch and another
Women who wish to take part in the conference may register ahead of time by searching for “Grace Wants You” at https://app .ticketleap.com/events. Individuals may also register at the church on the day of the event. Those who wish to purchase a preferred ticket, which will include lunch at the church, are encouraged to register online by Friday, Oct. 11.
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Compassionate Neighbors in Community, a group for friends or family members of those experiencing cognitive challenges, will meet on Wednesdays, Sept. 18 and Oct. 9, from 10 to 11 a.m. in the GSV theater. Melody Karick, a certified dementia practitioner, will present the programs. The group is free and open to the community. For more information, call 717-355-6076.
Parkinson’s Friends in Community, a group for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and their friends and families, will meet on Monday, Sept. 23, from 2 to 3 p.m. in the GSV Garden Towers. Karick will discuss “Ten Healthy Habits for Your Brain.” The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call Jenny Snyder at 717-355-6259.
Brothers and Sisters in Support (BASIS), a monthly group for parents and grandparents who have experienced the loss of a child or grandchild, will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 1, from 7 to 8 p.m. For more information, contact group leader Dan Steinman at 717-859-4777. The gathering is free and open to the public.
Low Vision Friends in Community will meet on Thursday, Oct. 10, from 3 to 4 p.m. in the GSV Garden Towers. Special guest Ed Martin of Enhanced Vision will demonstrate visual
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Church sets women’s Bible study
The Christian Fellowship Church, 758 Spruce Road, New Holland, will host a women’s Bible study on Tuesdays from Sept. 17 to Oct. 29. Participants may choose to attend from 9 to 10:30 a.m. or from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
The study will be “The
Gospel of John: Savoring the Peace of Jesus in a Chaotic World” by Melissa Spoelstra. It includes videos.
Reservations are requested by emailing cfc@ccfcnewholland.org or calling 717-354-8428.
Copies of the study guide are available for purchase.
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aids and technology. The program is free and open to the public. Contact Julie Umstead at 717-355-6171 for more information.
Care Partner Friends in Community, a group for family caregivers of people with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, will
meet on Monday, Oct. 14, in the GSV Concord Room.
Brenda Roberts, founder and director of the National Council of Dementia Minds, will be the speaker. The program is free and open to the public. Contact Umstead at 717-355-6171 for more information.
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Live entertainment will be provided by Blessing & Fowler from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Comprising musicians Zach Blessing and Nate Fowler, the duo performs soulful tunes and classic hits throughout central Pennsylvania. The event will also feature a live broadcast from WJTL from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and local mascots Johnny from Achenbach’s Pastries and Cylo from the Lancaster Stormers will make an appearance.
The open house will feature a variety of yard games and activities for children, including face painting and balloon twisting, and Cherry Hill Orchards will provide pumpkins for kids to decorate.
Guests may participate in several prize drawings during the open house, and prizes will include items and experiences donated by local businesses such as an espresso machine from Martin Appliances and a zip lining experience from Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Center. The prize drawing will also feature tickets to local attractions such as American Music Theatre, Field of Screams, Decades and Go ‘N Bananas.
Attendees will have an opportunity to look behind the scenes at EPC during a self-guided tour of the plant, which will offer a close-up look at each department and how the company’s publications, including weekly newspapers, are made.
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organizations and local first responders will be present at the open house, including a firetruck from West Hempfield Fire & Rescue, an officer from East Hempfield Township Police Department and the Lancaster County 4-H Seeing Eye Puppy Club.
Representatives from local chambers of commerce serving Lancaster, including the Lancaster Chamber, the Mount Joy Area Chamber, the Southern Lancaster County Chamber and Northern Lancaster County Chamber, will also be in attendance.
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“In the third generation of this company, it’s important for us to continue the legacy of what was started,” said Jocelyn Engle, EPC’s publisher. “It’s all about supporting local organizations and understanding what serves our communities in each area.”
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Woodcrest Retreat posts Fall Family Fun Fest
Woodcrest Retreat, 225 Woodcrest Road, Ephrata, will hold a Fall Family Fun Fest on Saturday, Sept. 14. Activities from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. will include carnival games, food and craft vendors, a silent auction, live music, and family games. A waterslide will be available from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., and a gaga tournament will begin at 2 p.m.
A spaghetti dinner will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. To purchase dinner tickets, visit www.woodcrestretreat .org/events/fall-festival. Evening activities from 6 to 8 p.m. will include live music, food vendors, an auction, and dessert and coffee trucks.
The Skit Guys will perform at the upper ballfield. The show is free, and an offering will be received to benefit Woodcrest Retreat. Reservations are requested at the aforementioned website.
The event will end with Woodcrest’s s’moresgasbord. Sponsorships are available. For more information, visit the previously mentioned website.
Members of the 70th anniversary committee and EPC staff invite the community to attend the open house
Achenbach’s Pastries to mark 70th anniversary
Since 1954, Achenbach’s Pastries, 375 E. Main St., Leola, has provided homestyle pastry products to generations of customers in the Lancaster area. The bakery is known for its long Johns, sticky buns, vanilla and pecan rings, pies and cakes.
Achenbach’s Pastries, with a leadership team composed of owners David Burkholder, Sharon Redcay and Andrew Orrs, still bakes with fresh ingredients and does not use typical additives like
preservatives, humectants and synthetic gums.
The made-from-scratch products are available at the bakery in Leola, located 10 miles east of Lancaster on Route 23.
The baked goods are also available at various retail locations, and some of the popular items are even available for shipping.
To celebrate Achenbach’s anniversary, Johnny the Long John will make a special appearance on Saturday, Sept. 14, starting at 8 a.m.
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the picnic, will include a picture station and inflatables for children to enjoy. Landon added that a time capsule will be filled at the event, and attendees are invited to bring a small memento of their time at Lighthouse for possible placement in the capsule.
“Over the past 48 years, there have been many wonderful individuals and families who have been a part of Lighthouse,” Steve stated. “As we will be moving to a new location, we wanted to have a special day to celebrate the goodness of the Lord and to honor those who have been a part (of the organization).”
Along with the many activities planned for the homecoming, organizers would like to see those in attendance enjoying spending time with the church community. “The hope is that people will connect with old friends and take some trips down memory lane,” said Steve, who shared details of the
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founding of the church along with news of the new building. Lighthouse founders moved to the Earland Building in 1977 after meeting at the White Horse, Witmer, and New Holland fire halls. The new building, which will encompass more than 60,000 square feet, will include a café, a kitchen, offices, a chapel, and a gymnasium.
“We are grateful for the past,” noted Steve. “We are excited about the future, and we want to celebrate (both).”
Individuals wishing to attend the homecoming are asked to confirm by emailing nhart@light houseag.com or calling 717-354-0056.
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In cross country action Tuesday, September 3, Garden Spot’s Michael Good and Lampeter-Strasburg’s Isiah Jones battle it out to the finish line in tri-meet action at Solanco. Good, nipped Jones by one second.
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Cora Parsons (left) and Emma Parsons (right) have won two double matches for Garden Spot since September 4th.
Lila Albertson is the number one player for Garden Spot in Section Two play at Tanglewood on August 27th.
The Spartans’ Owen Usner puts a chip shot on the green during Section Two play at Tanglewood on August 27th.
Garden Spot’s Emerson Moore, with a 22:35, went out in front early and held on for a fifth-place finish in a tri-meet against Solanco and Lampeter-Strasburg in Quarryville Tuesday, September 3.
photo by Mona Steinhauer
Potter’s House plans fundraiser
The Potter’s House will hold its fall fundraiser event on Friday, Sept. 27, at 6 p.m. at Shady Maple Banquet Center, 1324 Main St., East Earl. The event will include food, comedy, and celebration of the ministry of the Potter’s House.
The event will feature comedian Mike Williams, who has more than 30 years of church and para-church ministry leadership experience and has been featured on numerous television and radio programs. For three decades, he toured with well-known Christian musical artists and wrote comedy for noted television stars. He won the Gospel Music Association’s Dove Award for Comedian of the Year, recorded a special for “Dry Bar Comedy” and the “Bananas” TV comedy program, recorded 18 audio/video projects, and wrote 20 books. His music is played daily on SiriusXM radio.
Through the support of event sponsors White Oak Mills of Elizabethtown and Hursh Painting of Brownstown, all funds raised at the dinner will go directly to the ministry. There is no charge for the event, but a freewill offering will be received. To register by Friday, Sept. 13, go to www.thepotters houselancaster.com or call donor relations director Lanny Millette at 717-919-0316.
HACC president announces retirement
John J. “Ski” Sygielski, president and CEO of HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College, has announced his plans to retire from the college on July 18, 2025. Sygielski is the longest-serving president in HACC’s history. To learn more, please visit www.hacc.edu/farewellski.
Exploring Costa Rica
BY FRANCINE FULTON
Ziplining, visiting a volcano park, horseback riding, touring a butterfly garden and taking part in a cooking class were just some of the activities that local students enjoyed during a nine-day excursion to Costa Rica.
ANGLICAN ALL SAINTS CHURCH:
Meeting at Church of the Apostles, 1850 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, PA 17603. 9:30 AM Sunday Service. Father James Johnson. For more info: 717-381-9573. allsaintsanglicanlancaster.org
BANGOR EPISCOPAL-FOUNDED 1722. 4 mi. W of Morgantown on Rt. 23 in Churchtown. Sunday Holy Eucharist at 10am. All are welcome. Handicap accessible. Parking lot adjacent to the church off Water Street. For additional info., www.bangorepiscopal.org
BETHANY GRACE FELLOWSHIP: 400 Reading Road, East Earl (at the corner of Rt. 625 & Union Grove Rd.) Join us for worship, Sundays at 9 & 10:35AM. Adult, Youth, 56 Club classes at 10:35. Options for nursery-grade 4 during both time slots. Check us out at www.bethanygf.org or call 717-4456644 with questions. To Thrive | To Impact | To Unify.
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 758 Spruce Rd., New Holland 717-354-8428. “Building Community with Christ, to Impact a World without Christ” Pastor: Dr. Doug Bozung. Please go to cfcnewholland.org/visit for information concerning worship services, adult ministries, youth & children’s ministries.
CHURCHTOWN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: 2170 Main Street, Narvon (Churchtown). Phone: 717-445-5585, umcchurchtown@gmail.com. Pastor Dave Kling, dklingclm@gmail.com 5 mi East of New Holland on PA 23. Sunday worship at 9 am. Handicapped Access.
LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH (AG): Located at 105 Earland Dr., New Holland, invites you to join us for a time of contemporary worship and biblical preaching at our 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 services on Sunday morning and 7:00 service on Wednesday evening. Childcare for birth through 5th grade available during 2nd and 3rd Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening service. Lead Pastor: Stephen Ritchey. For more information on our services and programs, visit Lighthouseag.com
MT ZION UMC: 753 Mt. Zion Rd., Narvon, PA. Pastor: Ian Solodky, Worship Leader: Joe Liptock, Praise Band “3:16”. Adult Bible Study 9 am, Worship Service 10:15 am, Child Care Provided. We teach the traditional Gospel of Jesus Christ. All are welcome! Enjoy the views of our beautiful rural setting. Facebook.com/mtzionroad/ Instagram: Mt.Zion_narvon
OUR LADY OF LOURDES Catholic Church: 150 Water Street, New Holland, PA 17557 Father Steven Fauser, Pastor. Visit us online at www.ourladyoflourdesnh.com Sunday 8am & 10:30am. Saturday 5pm. Weekday Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9am.
PARKESBURG WORD OF FAITH CHURCH
Sunday Service 10 am & Wednesday prayer at 7:30 pm - at 501 Lenover Rd., Parkesburg, PA 19365. Call 610-593-2277 www.parkesburgwordoffaith.org
PILGRIM BIBLE CHURCH: 5367 Paes Rd., New Holland. Located 1/4 mi from Welsh Mountain Rec. Center on Paes Rd., 717-354-9444. Sunday School 9:15 am, Worship Service 10:30 am. Nursery. Pastor: Norman Griess.
ST. JOHN CENTER LUTHERAN CHURCH: 599 Reading Rd., East Earl, PA 17519 717-445-5505. Sunday Worship at 11 am Visit us online: www.sjclutheran.org
ST. 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.
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Participants in the trip were students from Cocalico, Pequea Valley (PV), Ephrata and Twin Valley high schools. The students were accompanied by teacher chaperones Lori Warfel from Ephrata, Kate Gomez and Corry Bilby from Cocalico, Betsy Techman and Ruth Hernandez from Twin Valley and Jennifer Bilby from Pequea Valley.
“It’s great because it’s so hands-on. There is so much to see and do,” said Jennifer. “While I love museums, this is so much more interesting and active. (The students and chaperones) were so happy they went.”
Every other year, local students have the opportunity to travel to Costa Rica in a travel cohort made up of local school students. The trip is presented by WorldStrides, a student travel company.
Students at various schools are invited to participate. “We put up signs and, in our case, told (the students) about (the trip) in our classes and we had an initial meeting for those who (were) interested,” said Jennifer, who teaches Spanish at PV High School.
“At first we advertise to students in Spanish classes. Then it goes to whoever is interested.”
The cohort has traveled to Costa Rica every other year since 2012, missing only 2020 due to the pandemic. The students fundraise together, have group meetings to prepare and collect school supplies ahead of time to take to the children in Costa Rica.
Jennifer said one of the goals of the trip is for students to enhance their Spanish-speaking skills, giving them an opportunity to use the language with native speakers. “No one is required to speak Spanish, but some jump at the opportunity,” she noted. “Our guide that we had is really great with the students, so students can practice with him if they want to before they interact with everybody else.”
As part of the trip, students and their teachers visited Arenal Volcano National Park and the hot springs there, the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve. They also went horseback riding, went ziplining at Arenal Mundo Aventura, visited a butterfly conservatory and ecological farm and took part in a cooking class at Playa Rayada, where they made salad, homemade corn tortillas and arroz con pollo (rice with chicken).
Other activities included participating in a boat tour of Palo Verde National Park,
visiting with students at a technical school, visiting the Britt Coffee plantation and taking part in a guided sightseeing tour of San José, the capital of Costa Rica.
Jennifer said the students really enjoyed the trip because they were able to participate in community activities and see local traditions firsthand. “I think the cooking lessons and the ziplining were really a top hit with them,” she said. “The cooking was so interactive and fun, plus you get to eat (the) food (you prepare). Hot springs are always popular, too.”
When asked what the students’ favorite part of the trip was, Jennifer replied, “It’s hard to pick one. They seemed to really enjoy all of the trip.
She added that the cohort of traveling teachers will soon be planning for the 2026 trip. “We find out what the travelers like and don’t like for the next trip,” she said. “We try to make our trip better each year.”
The students agreed that the trip is one they will
not soon forget. “Traveling together isn’t just about the places we go; it’s about the experiences we share and the memories we create,” said Adelynn Yunginger of Ephrata High School.
“It was truly the best choice I have ever made. Not only did I get to spend time with my friends and make memories that will last a lifetime, but I also got to make new friends that I would’ve never had the chance to meet if it weren’t for this trip,” said Abby Tillman of PV. “It was truly life changing to see a whole different world and make so many new fun memories. Having the opportunity to go on this trip is truly a blessing; many people only get to dream of these types of opportunities.”
“To travel is a journey of the soul,” added Amelia Madrigal of Cocalico. The teachers also enjoyed the trip. “We watched as students and adults overcame fears and shared new experiences together, and it was beautiful,” said Techman.
The Alleghany Mennonite Historical Association will hold a hymn sing led by Lamar Reiff in the 1855 Alleghany Mennonite Meetinghouse, 39 Horning Road, Mohnton, near Alleghenyville. It will take place on Sunday, Sept. 15, at 2 p.m. Participants
should bring a copy of “Hymns of the Church” if they have one. They may also bring picnic lunches to enjoy on the meetinghouse lawn before the hymn sing. For more information, call 717-305-0231 or email leidcountry@outlook.com.
John Drum from Cocalico High School takes part in a cooking class.
Community invited to Poole Forge Day
BY FRANCINE FULTON
“Preserving Our Heritage - Celebrating Our Children and Community” is the theme of this year’s Poole Forge Day, set for Saturday, Sept. 14, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Historic Poole Forge, 1940 Main St., Narvon (Churchtown).
Activities will include children’s crafts, live music, a volleyball tournament, historical craft demonstrations, a pony cart and pet parade and a display of military vehicles, antique brass cars and Gruber wagons. Admission and parking are free.
New this year will be a craft area where children will be able to make twig art using items from nature. “We are making the pavilion a craft area for kids, and we are moving the programs up to the main tent,” explained Dawn Ekdahl, Poole Forge executive
director, noting that programs will include a wildlife show by Raven Ridge Wildlife Center. “There will also be live blacksmithing, a wood turner, (a display) of long arm rifles and a fishing demonstration by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.”
Another new attraction this year will be a hot air balloon walk-about. “You inflate the balloon halfway, and the balloon is inflated (enough) so you can walk into it,” Ekdahl explained, adding, “(Instead of puppet shows) the Penn’s Woods Puppet Theater will present Polly Puppet, a life-size puppet. New this year we will have a magician, and he will do two shows in the afternoon. Pony rides will also return.”
A highlight of the day will be a turtle race at 3:30 p.m.
Visitors who “purchase” green rubber turtles that will float down Conestoga
50plus EXPO set
The 28th annual Lancaster County 50plus EXPO (Fall) will return on Wednesday, Sept. 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Spooky Nook Sports, 2913 Spooky Nook Road, Manheim. Co-hosted by OLP Events and the Lancaster County Office of Aging, the Expo will feature exhibitors providing up-to-date information for the lifestyle and needs of local residents age 50 and up, including travel, housing, medical services, leisure, home improvements, finances and health care. The 50plus Expo will also feature door prizes and free health screenings.
Onstage entertainment and seminars will include an interactive fitness demonstration, presentations on
Creek will be in the running for monetary prizes. The first turtle across the finish line will get the grand prize. There will also be smaller prizes for the other top finishers.
An Amish youth volleyball tournament will take place in the ballfield and meadow across the creek.
Other activities will include hayrides around the Poole Forge property; a silent auction, with goods and gift certificates donated by local businesses; arts and crafts vendors; a beekeeper display; and demonstrations by the Lancaster Spinners and Weavers Guild.
The 18th-century Welsh ironmaster’s mansion will be open for self-guided tours, and live music will be offered on the mansion porch.
Offering food and beverages will be the Father and Son Barbecue, the Waffle
Wagon, Nena’s Kitchen and Beiler’s Hand-Rolled Pretzels. Poole Forge will offer soft-serve ice cream and smoothies.
DJ Jay Mattson will provide the music.
The event will end with an airplane candy drop, weather permitting.
Historic Poole Forge is located on Route 23, 7 miles east of New Holland and 3 miles east of the Shady Maple Complex. For more information and a detailed schedule of Poole Forge Day events, visit www.hist oricpooleforge.org or www .facebook.com/pooleforge. Those with questions may email Ekdahl at hpf1940@ gmail.com.
Guests will have free, in-person access to area businesses and service providers.
Lancaster School of Cosmetology will offer free mini manicures.
South Central Pennsylvania Medical Reserve Corps will offer flu shots on a
Medicare and estate planning and a performance by a national award-winning Elvis Presley tribute artist. AAA will have its Mobile Branch cargo van set up for help with many services, such as notary service, passport photos, and theme park tickets.
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During the turtle race, green rubber turtles will be dropped into the Conestoga River.
this year will be a hot air balloon walk-about.
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first-come, first-served basis. Those receiving a flu shot are asked to bring their insurance card.
Admission and parking are free. A complimentary shuttle service will provide transportation from the parking area to the expo entrance.
For more information, call 717-285-1350 or visit www.50plus ExpoPA.com.
Pet Pantry maintains no-kill status in 2023
Pet Pantry of Lancaster County, a local 501(c)(3) animal welfare organization focusing on helping animals in Lancaster County, maintained no-kill status in 2023, according to Best Friends Animal Society’s annual data report. Shelters receiving the no-kill recognition saved more than 90% of the dogs and cats in their care in calendar year 2023. Best Friends Animal Society noted
that the achievement is one that can be replicated by other shelters in Lancaster.
To learn more about Pet Pantry of Lancaster County, visit www.pet pantrylc.org.
Best Friends Animal Society is a national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending the killing of dogs and cats in America’s shelters in 2025. For more information, visit www.bestfriends.org.
Sensenig family gathering slated
6.45-ACRE FARM * 4-BDRM 2.5-BA
* CONTACT AUCTIONEER (717) 371-3333 For Photos & Listing Visit www.martinandrutt.com
w/custom cabinetry & appliances; 18’x14’ living room w/rear double-hung windows; 13’x12’ formal dining room w/large front window; 15’x12’ family room w/access to rear patio; main level full laundry; primary bedroom w/ double-door closet; (2) additional bedrooms w/double closets; (2) full bathrooms; front door foyer; nice attached 2-car garage (no step into house); partially improved basement has lots of potential; elec. heat; central A/C; updated roof; taxes approx. $4,712. AUCTIONEER'S
Includes a 10’x14’
macadam driveway w/new sealer;
in a very
part of
This house was custom
w/ beautiful brick quoin-corners and is handicap accessible without steps in from the garage. Desirable “Willows” neighborhood in sought-after ELANCO school district. Call/Text Auctioneer 717-587-8906 or owner 717-587-2459 for private showing. Please visit our website www.martinandrutt.com
The Sensenig family celebration is planned for Saturday, Sept. 21, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Hahnstown Mennonite School, 255 Hahnstown Road, Ephrata. Members of the Sensenig, Sensenich, and Senseney families are invited to attend. They should bring a hot or cold dish for lunch at noon, along with place settings.
The Sensenig family genealogy will be available to purchase on a compact disc or flash drive, and attendees may order a set of books related to the descendants of Jacob and Maria Krey Sensenig, who immigrated to the United States from Switzerland. Maps will be available showing the location of the Sensenig farm cemetery, located off White Oak Road on Jacob’s homestead. Attendees are encouraged to bring family updates, items of interest, and stories to the reunion.
For more information, call Marla 717-738-4215 or email wessta@ptd.net with “Sensenig Genealogy” in the subject line.
floor; #2 BR-12’x13’ w/closet & HW floor; #3 BR-12’x12’ w/closet & HW floor; finished 1,092 lower level family room w/carpet flooring; workout area;
driveway & parking area. OPEN HOUSE: SAT., SEPT. 14 from 1-3 PM for
call/text auctioneer @ (717) 371-3333. TERMS: 10% down day of sale, balance due in 45-days. Attorney: Patrick Deibler (717) 354-7700. Note: Inviting solid brick rancher w/farmland views at the north end of town; move-in ready condition w/tasteful décor throughout; private rear patio; close to all conveniences; desirable ELANCO schools. Ideal one-floor living; a valuable income producing rental property @ $1,750/mo. 1% BROKER PARTICIPATION INVITED CONTACT AUCTIONEER @ 717-371-3333 For Photos & Complete Details Visit www.martinandrutt.com
Steak and lobster dinner planned
Garden Spot Fire Rescue, 339 E. Main St., New Holland, will hold its 18th annual steak and lobster dinner on Saturday, Sept. 21, from noon to 5 p.m. Each meal will include 1.5 pounds of lobster, an 8-ounce steak, corn on the cob, a baked potato, applesauce, coleslaw, a dinner roll, and a drink. Meals may be eaten on-site, or takeouts may be purchased.
Tickets must be purchased by Wednesday, Sept. 11, and they are
available at https:// tinyurl.com/GSFRSteak Lobster24. Tickets may also be obtained at Good’s Store, 1338 Main St., East Earl; Grocery Outlet Bargain Market, 685 W. Main. St., New Holland; JB Zimmerman, 880 E. Main St., New Holland; Keystone Quality Motors, 501 E. Main St., New Holland; and Yoder’s Country Market, 14 S. Tower Road, New Holland. For more information, call 717-355-9240 use the contact form at www .gsfr39.net.
Bird club plans field trips
The Lancaster County Bird Club will offer three field trips in September. The events are free and open to the public. Unless otherwise noted, participants must register with the trip leader by 6 p.m. on the day before the trip.
One outing will take place on Sunday, Sept. 15, at 8 a.m. The destination will be State Game Lands 156 on Pumping Station Road off Route 322 west of Brickerville. This is a common spot for fall warbler sightings. The trip leader, Carl Groff, may be reached at 717-471-9969
HUGE 1-DAY PUBLIC AUCTION
Directions: Rt. 322 East
Auctioneer Note: Join us for this one-of-a-kind auction. There are items coming out of every nook and cranny, some from previous generations. An interesting auction with much more than listed. We will be selling all day w/ 3 to 4 auction rings. We hope you bring a friend and join us on Sept. 14 @ the Zimmerman Farm.
FARM MACHINERY & RELATED: Mc Deering 22” threshing machine w/ straw blower; Westinghouse wooden threshing machine; Stationary wooden threshing machine; Victor double cylinder clover huller; Case 14” ensilage cutter; Ohio Standard No. 16 fodder cutter; JD 25 pull type combine; JD 3x14 trailer plow; NH running gear; bobsled; sleigh (rough); breaking cart; 1 seated carriage (not finished); Millcreek 25 manure spreader; (1) Farmall “A” (1) Farmall “C” tractors (as is); (2) David Bradley walk-behind tractors (as is); Cub Cadet 383 hydro lawn tractor; skid lots; scrap iron. STEAM ITEMS & RELATED: Frick 7x9 boiler; (2) Frick boiler doors; List Machine steam boiler; Hector& Goulds manual water pumps; Worthington steam water pump (41/2 x 23/4 x 4); flue rollers; small steam engine (no name); Gardner 11/2 steam governor; steam injectors (US, Penberthy, Chicago - 1 1/4”, 3/4”, 1/2”, 3/8”); steam oilers; gauges; brass valves; safety valves; 11 steam whistles (single & 3 chime / Lonergan & others); grease pump; oil cans; asst. flat belts; belt lacer. TOOLS & SHOP RELATED: Deutz 913 6 cyl. diesel w/ turbo; 125 KW 3 ph. belt drive generator; Sweed scrap chopper; Delta Multiplex 3 ph. 16” arm saw w/20’ bench; Bel- saw planer; Worthington 3 ph./15HP air compressor w/tank; Dayton Horizontal bandsaw w/ extra blades; set of 5’ forks and others; cherry & walnut lumber (air dried); drum dolly; Lincoln 180 welder; Stihl cut-off saw; portable air compressor (elec.); Sm. Homecraft lathe; hyd. jacks; ratchet straps; lots of hand tools, etc.; pipe wrenches; adjustable wrenches; hammers; pipe cutters; pulley pullers; torque wrench; elec. hand tools; transit; tool boxes; bull float; coil nailers; standing seam tools; tob. shears & spears; pipe & bar clamps; tap & die. GUNS & SPORTING GOODS: Verteli Carcano 6.5 mm rifle (WWI era - Italian made - Cartoons on stock - dated 1889); Savage Sportster .22 bolt action w/clip; Savage 340B .22 Hornet bolt action w/clip & scope; German 6MM (.22) smooth bore; J. Stevens Little Scout .22 single; Remington 41 .22 single; Belgium .22 single; Winchester 1890 .22 pump w/gallery loading port; J. Stevens .22 pump w/visible loading port; Marlin 20 .22 pump; J. Stevens 70 .22 pump w/visible loader; H&R 28 gauge single; Marlin 55 12 ga. bolt action; Springfield 18 12 ga. bolt action; Iver Johnson Champion 12 ga. single; Jassen & Son 12 ga. double hammer gun; Belgium 12 ga. double hammer gun; J. Stevens mdl. 238A 20 ga. bolt action; Mossberg 185 K-B 20 ga. bolt action; Enfield 303 British bolt action; Crosman 400 repeater air rifle; Cardboard shot shells w/original boxes (20 ga., 410, 28 ga.); fishing rods; fishing reels (Ocean City, Penn, Southbend); foot traps. ANTIQUES - PRIMITIVES - COLLECTIBLES: US hand crank meat slicer w/stacker; Enterprise 6 qt. sausage stuffer; Frank
Bentz furnace; 3 c.i. furnace kettles; Monarch kitchen range; c.i. water troughs (3’ & 5’); (2) c.i. pump troughs (1 Wissler & 1 other); Bentz No. 1 c.i. trough; Saturn No. 14 Railway Cabin car stove; (1) Gypsy & (1) Red Johnny pot belly stove; Jamesway hay unloader trolley; (3) NH buck saws; (1) NH No. 7 & (2) other NH plate mills; fanning mills; (2) IH type LB 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 HP eng.; (1) Witte & (1) Lawson eng. (for parts); Coleman camp stove; Coleman lantern; Soldering irons; A.C. Kraft 5 gal. oil can w/ spout; Ford mdl. T magneto; early tin license plates (some sets); beam scales & balance scales; iron wheels; (1) L.J. Denlinger & (1) J.G. Burkholder wooden thermometers; Hinkletown Blacksmith shop tin rain gauge w/ original box; Clover Farms milk box; milk bottles; Peanut Butter glasses; cherry stoner; lg. ladle; Philco 6 gal. and other stoneware crocks; green jars; some agateware; Enterprise No. 49 vegetable cutter; Terre Hill Silo Co. 50th Anniversary plate; sleigh bells; early wrenches (some w/names including steam & railroad); Remington 660 chainsaw (as is); Railroad lanterns (PRR, B&O, New York Central, etc. ) Traffic Gard lanterns; Dietz lanterns; runner sled; metal porch chairs; Hudson crop duster; milk cans; oil cans; straw knife; ice tongs; foot mount corn chopper; Victor steam water pump (salesman sample); Hubley cap gun; c.i. dog bank and other c.i. pieces; pocket watches (Elgin, Waltham, Beverly-Reading PA, and others). TOYS - DOLLS: Hundreds of Ertl 1/16 scale tractors & implements, many New in the box; (5) 1/8 scale Ertl tractors - all new in box (JD “B”, JD “D”, JD “70”, IH Farmall “856” and IH/Farmall “1206”); Truscale toys; Tonka toys (metal); Case Millenium steam traction engine; HO trains; American Muscle cars; JD pedal tractor & trailer; doll collection (porcelain & others); and much more. HOUSEHOLD RELATED: 2 hutches; 2 extension tables; chairs; misc. furniture; glassware; collectors plates; lots of box lots; misc. household goods; Little Golden Books; Train, Railroad, & Steam books; Laura Ingalls, Novels & paperbacks & more; Gas Engine, Iron Man, and other magazines; Agricultural Almanacs (early to mid 1900’s). COINS: Approx. 300 lots of coins - catalog available auction day; large cents; Indian head pennies; lots of wheat pennies; steel cents; 2 cent pieces (1864 & 1865); Nickels: Buffalo, V, Jefferson, silver war, shield, etc.; 1852 Silver 3 cent pc.: nickel 3 cent; Dimes: Mercury, Seated Liberty, Barber, Roosevelt, etc.; Bust half dimes; Quarters: Barber, Washington; Half Dollars: Walking Liberty, Franklin, Kennedy, etc.; Morgan & Peace silver dollars: silver certificates; foreign coins; mint sets; Ike dollars; 1825 half cent w/ hole; misc. tokens. AUCTION INFO.: Auction will begin @ 8:00 AM. Ring 1 will sell tools, steam related, & farm related items. Ring 2 will begin @ 8:00 w/coins followed by toys. Ring 3 will sell antiques & primitives & HH Goods. Guns will sell @ 12:00. Auction held in lg. tent & shop; larger items outside. Auction Co. and sellers are not responsible for accidents. Payment Terms: Cash, approved check, or credit card w/3% fee.Food stand by Zimmering BBQ including Breakfast.
or fledge19@verizon.net. A Raptor Watch at the Ironville Community Park will start at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 22. Participants will keep an eye out for raptors, including broad-winged and sharpshinned hawks, American kestrels, ospreys, and bald eagles. The viewing area is level. The event is a drop-in, and attendees may want to bring a chair and a lunch. Restrooms and a pavilion are available. No registration is necessary. For more details, contact Groff at the aforementioned number or email address.
On Saturday, Sept. 28, the venue will be Noel Dorwart Park in East Hempfield Township with an 8 a.m. start. Attendees will look for migrating birds. To register or for more details, contact John Lahr at 717205-3090 or johnlahr324@ gmail.com.
More information about the trips and Lancaster County Bird Club can be found at www.lancaster birdclub.org, www.facebook .com/lancasterbirdclub and www.instagram.com/ lancasterbirdclub.
The utilities include an onsite well, septic system, a nearly new hot water oilfired furnace, an electric stove, a refrigerator, water softener system, 100 amp electric service and an oil tank. See more photos @auctionzip.com # 50152 Contact auctioneer at 717-825-1585 with any questions or to schedule a private showing.
Eastern Lanc. County School District, zoning residential. Carnarvon Twp. Taxes approx. 2,000. Payment and terms $45,000 down day of sale. Settlement on or before Nov. 5, 2024. Glick, Goodley, Diebler, & Fanning LLP Attys. Join us on Saturday, September 21st at 8:30 AM for the Shirk Real Estate and personal property auction. Auction starting with household and antiques. Real Estate will be sold at 1:00 PM followed by furniture and appliances. There will be something for everyone. Food stand on-site, auction will be held under tent, “bring your chairs”. Payments can be made in cash or with a good PA check. Credit cards accepted with an additional 3% fee. All announcements made onday of auction will take precedence over all advertising. Auction company and sellers are not responsible for accidents. Absentee bids are accepted, please call Sylvan before day of auction @ 717-826-1585.
ARTWORK AUCTION
SAT., SEPT. 28, 2024 @ 6 P.M.
Sale Location: 1141 Wea Wit St., East Earl, PA 17519
Join us at PA Auction Center for an extraordinary evening showcasing highly sought-after 3D artwork by renowned Amish artists Aaron and Abner Zook. The largest number of 3D artworks ever sold at auction, with a total of twenty-two pieces! This exclusive auction will feature a carefully selected portion of the collection belonging to James Binsberger, an avid collector of Zook’s work. Even after this auction, James Binsberger will still retain one of the largest collections of Zook’s artwork.
All items will be offered with no reserve and will sell to the highest bidder regardless of price, making this a unique opportunity for collectors and art enthusiasts alike.
Event Highlights: Preview the artwork during all business hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments starting at 5:00 PM before the auction begins at 6:00 PM.
Featured Artists and Artwork: Abner Zook, his twin brother Aaron Zook, Aaron’s son Abe Zook, Abner & Aaron’s cousin Joel Zook, Jose Lacera who worked for under Abner for 6 years, Mary Sensenig, Lorraine Reiff, and Erma Hoover. Notable Pieces: Iconic depictions of Lancaster Central Market, Soudersburg Covered Bridge, and the Clinton Mill in Clinton, NJ. A total of thirteen primary sketches that led to the final 3-dimensional artworks by Aaron and Abner Zook. Handcrafted Conestoga Wagon and horse drawn plow by Joel Zook.
Go to our website www.paauctioncenter.com for detailed information
McDeering Threshing Machine 3 Chime Whistle Guns RR Lanterns
Auctioneers Christian Stoltzfus Leon Stoltzfus Levi Fisher
(New Holland Area) PUBLIC AUCTION
3-BDRM RANCHER w/GARAGE & HEATED TRUCK SHOP * 3-ACRES! ** LIQUIDATION FOR KULP’S SEWER WORK ** TRUCKS * TRAILERS * EXCAVATORS * TOOLS & INVENTORY
SKID LOADERS * JOHN DEERE Z-TURN MOWER * PERSONAL PROPERTY SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2024
8:00 A.M. •
Real Estate: Consists of a custom-built (1989) one-owner 1,512 sq. ft. 3-bedroom brick & vinyl rancher plus 3,000
ft. heated truck garage on a spacious 3-acre tract! Main floor includes an 18’x12’ living room w/bay window & HW floors; 16’x12’ dining room w/patio access; raised panel Oak cabinetry kitchen; 10’x16’ private office; laundry room; new remodeled full bath; 3-bedrooms w/closets; attached 1-car garage; finished lower level w/large family room & storage room; egress door; central AC/heat pump; central vac; on-site well & septic; annual taxes: $5,150. Outbuildings: a 3,040 sq. ft. truck shop w/floor heat; mezzanine storage; LP gas furnace w/2-zones; ½ bath; 16’ceilings; 2-overhead doors 14’x14’ & 14’x20’; built-in storage racking; 200-amp svc.; 8’x20’ 2-section dog/pony pen; and a nice 12’x32’ storage barn.
Open House: FRI., AUGUST 30 from 4-6 PM & SAT., SEPTEMBER 7 from 1-3 PM for info call/text auctioneer @ (717) 371-3333.
Terms: 10% down day of sale, balance in 60-days. Attorney: Ashley Glick (717) 354-7700.
Note: Outstanding 3-acre country property! Custom-built move-in ready 3-bedroom rancher & large heated truck shop!
Lots of possible uses, this is truly a “must-see” property. Seller’s are retiring from business & downsizing to smaller property!
For Photos & Listing Visit www.martinandrutt.com
Trucks, Trailers & Excavating Equipment: 1999 Peterbilt sleeper cab w/CAT engine 13-sp. transmission, 100k on new engine; 2004 Fontaine 53’ open deck trailer w/ramps; 1998 Peterbilt 6NZ tri-axle aluminum dump body, 8LL transmission, rebuilt frame, 150k on new engine; 2002 Western Star 16,000lb crane truck, 13-speed, 4½ cap, 180k on engine & trans; 2007 Sterling 19T aluminum dump body 10-wheeler, 64k GVW, 8LL transmission, 80k on engine; 2015 Chevy 3500 ext cab truck w/aluminum toolboxes, 117k mi; 2016 RAM 2500HD 5.7L Hemi, ext cab truck w/ aluminum toolboxes, fuel tank w/pump; 2014 24’ enclosed United dual-axle trailer w/ramp & side doors, 9800 GVW; 2016 24’ Rampart dual-axle 50k GVW open beavertail trailer; 2012 Pequea 18’ dual-axle 12k GVW beavertail trailer; 1999 53’ Utility Van box trailer 65k GVW; 1987 D & M 16’ aluminum body 10k GVW toolbox trailer; 2017 John Deere 333G skid steer track-loader w/bucket, 2988hrs; John Deere 326D skid loader, rubber tires, forks & bucket; 2005 John Deere 410G 4x4 tractor loader/backhoe, 9800hrs; 2005 John Deere 160C LC Excavator, 6000hrs; 2015 John Deere 50G Excavator w/bucket & blade, 1330hrs; 2003 Ditch Witch 410SX trencher w/attachments, 433hrs; John Deere Z930R Z-turn 25hp mower, 1195hrs; 2005 Yamaha 660 Grizzly 4x4 ATV 4,417mi; (New 2022) 8’6” FISHER XV2 snow plow;PROLINE steam cleaner/pressure washer & new HD hose reel; 440cc Generac Power Rush generator; Generac XF 10,000E generator; 2-Heat Wagon kero mobile heaters; quick-attach: Bobcat 6B landscape rake, 2-skid loader buckets & forks, sweeper attachment; Troy Bilt horse tiller; JD 15 lawn dump trailer; JD SP 21” trim mower; Snapper 21” trim mower; fertilizer spreader; 12V trailer orchard sprayer w/extended wand; (2)1,000 gallon fuel tanks & pumps; (2) pipe storage racks; Mytana 150’ sewer camera (good); PLS HVR505R Transit; large shop air compressor; Leland snowmobile trailer; Craftsman tools & tool boxes; (2) 53’ truck tarps; (2) Cheetah bead-seaters; Hobart stick welder; Lincoln MIG welder & rods; propane/oxygen torch set; floor drill press; hydraulic floor jacks; new tie-down straps; chrome storage racking; mobile bolt bin; ladders; floor fan; 6’ aluminum metal brake; 3-aluminum pick planks; glass beader; chrome truck wheels; 3,000’ plus drain field drip-line; drip system solenoids; plumbing inventory; HD come-a-longs; bottle jacks; 12-4x8 sheets insulation; anvil; pulley pullers; (21) 4’x10’ crane pads; plus much more!
Personal Property: farm & excavator toys; NIB farm toys; wooden toy truck & loader; farm primitives & antiques; toy horse; 6’ Oak bench; recliner; reclining loveseat & sofa; 2-spool leg tables; country corner cupboard; new fridge w/ice maker; double bed & wash stand; cedar chest; steamer trunk; quilts, comforters & blankets; pitcher & bowl set; pool table & accessories; foosball game; marble roller; toy wooden chairs & clocks; 2-bikes; express wagon; the Complete Writings of Menno Simons book; games & puzzles; owl bank; misc. kitchen items & cookware; plus much more.
Terms: Cash, PA check or credit card w/3% fee; sale held under a tent bring a chair; food by Welder’s Cheese Steaks, Gap.
Auction By: MARTIN & RUTT AUCTIONEERS, LLC
Michael J. Martin (717) 371-3333 John J. Rutt II (717) 587-8906 Cameron Rutt AY2189-L
Conestoga Wood marks 60th anniversary
Conestoga Wood Specialties, a manufacturer of custom cabinet doors and components for the kitchen and bath industry, recently commemorated six decades of innovation, craftsmanship and dedication to quality. From a small garage offering five door styles to a multi-location corporation with more than a thousand door designs, Conestoga Wood has come a long way from its modest beginnings.
Experienced cabinet makers Norman and Sam Hahn from East Earl founded Conestoga Wood in 1964, discovering their niche in creating cabinet doors not typically produced in small cabinet shops at the time. As the product line has expanded over the last 60 years, so have the manufacturing locations, which now include Beaver Springs, Beavertown and Kenly, N.C.
Conestoga Wood remains a family-owned company, with the current headquarters located just steps away from the original workshop. The work ethic and conservative values of the Hahn brothers continue to be the cornerstone of Conestoga’s present-day values: integrity, respect, accountability, resourcefulness and innovation. Visit www.conestogawood .com for more information.
Women’s club sets lunch
The Lancaster Christian Women’s Club will hold a “Fall Jubilee” luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 2, at Casa di Fiori at The Inn at Leola Village, 38 Deborah Drive, Leola. Doors will open at 11 a.m.
The program will feature the club’s annual Basket Bonanza, with proceeds
benefiting Stonecroft International. Attendees may shop for holiday gift baskets.
Cherie Lasher will share her life story in a presentation titled “Known, Accepted and Restored.”
All women are invited to attend. There is a cost per
person. Reservations and payments are required by Wednesday, Sept. 18. Those registering are asked to note the names of their guests and others they wish to sit with. Any cancellations must be made by Sept. 18. For more details and reservations, call 717-799-0088.
Anthony Hahn has been president of Conestoga Wood since 2003.
A kitchen featuring custom cabinet doors and components manufactured by Conestoga Wood
Foundation to Host Student Symposium
The Touchstone Foundation will host its first-ever Student Symposium on Friday, Sept. 27, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at IU13, 1020 New Holland Ave., Lancaster. The event’s purpose is to foster a community of support for students exploring careers in the mental health field - one of Touchstone Foundation’s main goals - and it is open to high school students, undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent graduates.
Attendees will learn about the career opportunities in the mental health field; connect with potential mentors; apply for jobs, internships, and placement opportunities; learn about the educational and licensure process; and gain insight about local community mental health resources.
In addition, panel discussions will offer students, recent graduates, and licensed mental health providers opportunities to speak to current students
and recent graduates about their journey toward a mental health career. To sign up as a panelist, visit www.touchstonefound.org.
The event will feature small group breakout sessions for students at every level of education to learn from students and professionals at the next level of the licensure journey. Breakout panelist sessions will focus on undergraduate students in mental health career majors, graduate students in mental health fields, recent graduates, licensed mental health providers, specific modalities of treatment, and serving specific populations.
The Student Symposium will also feature table displays, and this opportunity is open to community partners, organizations, agencies, colleges and universities, and local mental health providers. Those with table displays may recruit students for enrollment, jobs or internships, advertising programs, or sharing resources.
A textbook and resource materials swap table will be available for anyone interested in donating gently used materials or obtaining materials free of charge.
The registration fee includes breakfast, lunch, and a T-shirt. To register, visit the aforementioned website.
Touchstone Foundation, a nonprofit organization, is celebrating 25 years of working to elevate the mental well-being of youths and children in Lancaster County.
To become a community partner with Touchstone, email intern@touchstone found.org.
PLACE AN AD
electric water heaters for four apartment units. 107 W. MAIN STREET – APPROX. 1,800 SQ. FT. FIRST FLOOR COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE: This office space contains a small front entry foyer along with a rear entry foyer with a hallway connecting each entrance. There is currently a large entry office, a nice conference room; (5) separate offices; (2) updated bathrooms. This outstanding Main Street office complex was completely remodeled and upgraded in 2010 with the construction of the modern rear entry foyer providing access to the offices and basement storage area; the bathrooms; offices; window treatments; interior and exterior lighting and parking lot expansion; along with later updates and improvements.
APARTMENT #4 – APPROX. 872 SQ. FT. SECOND FLOOR WITH TWO BEDROOMS: 107 W. Main Street also contains a full basement (approx. 1,800 sq. ft.) with rear outside entrance, lots of storage area; (2) recent electric heat pumps (heats and cools offices) and (2) separate 100 amp electric services with breakers.
LOT SIZE – 44’ x 185’ (M/L)
LARGE BLACKTOP PARKING LOT WITH 8 SPACES (Enters Off of Poplar St. in Rear of Building)
EPHRATA AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT – APPROX. $7,400 TOTAL YEARLY R.E. TAXES
All four apartment units are currently rented with a combination of month to month and/or year to year leases with a total monthly rental income of $3,375 per month. The office units are currently vacant but had been leased through 2023 at $1,600 per month. Be sure to inspect this valuable Ephrata W. Main Street property being sold at Public Sale!
OPEN HOUSE – Saturday, September 14 from 1 PM-3 PM and the day of the sale from 5 PM-6PM.
*TERMS OF SALE - $25,000 down payment on the day of sale; balance at settlement on or before 11/8/2024.
Purchaser pays both realty transfer taxes. Property sold as-is.
BR#2 w/closet; full bath; daylight lower level w/full bath/laundry combo; 28’x16’ family room; 28’x14’ utility rm, ground level access to patio area; oil HW heat; central AC; aux. wood stove; on-site well & septic; annual taxes: $6,600. Outbuildings: a frame 20’x24’ garage/shop has an Onan aux. LP generator; a 12’x18’ utility barn; 8’x12’ shed; nice macadam drive & parking area. OPEN HOUSE: SAT., SEPT. 14 & 21 from 1-3 PM for info call/txt auctioneer @ (717) 371-3333. TERMS: 10% down day of sale, balance in 60-days. Attorney: Tom Fanning (717) 354-7700. Note: Well kept one-owner (1989) custom-built rancher w/small barn on a wooded 4.1-acre lot; private setting surrounded by farms & woodland. Home is in excellent move-in condition. Sellers are downsizing and motivated to sell. For Photos & Detailed Listing Visit www.martinandrutt.com Vehicle: 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD gray, V-6, power loaded, 106k mi. (VIN #5XY2T3LB3G148948). (Honey
Mechanical Trades
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ELDER CARE
ASSISTANCE FOR ELDERLY, caregivers provide hygiene assistance, meals, light housework in your home. Insured, Bonded, RN owned & operated. Call Visiting Angels, 717-393-3450.
FOR SALE Boats
MERCURY OUTBOARD MOTOR, 4 Stroke, 4HP, $500. MINN KOTA ENDURA ELEC. MOTOR, 36 In. Shaft, 55 Lb. Thrust, never used, $225. 610-256-4128.
Bldg. Materials
ASPHALT MILLINGS AND CRUSHED CONCRETE FOR SALE. Call PAVWORX® at 610-929-9971 pavworx.com/millings.html
Collectibles
BUYING TOYS & COLLECTIBLES
www.DNRCollectibles.com
PA’s Largest Buyer of Toys & Collectibles 27 E Lancaster Street, Red Lion, PA Hours: M-W 8am-4pm, Th.-F by appt. 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
RAILROAD TIES FOR SALE
#1. Delivery Available GAP REPAIR, 717-442-4781 ext. 2 RED ROSE LANDSCAPING 717-208-2265 • SPRING CLEANUP, MULCH, EDGING, TRIMMING, PLANTING, SM. TREE/SHRUB REMOVAL. Sr. Discount!
Livestock
FREE: WILL LEND nice RIDING HORSES & lg. PONIES until June 2025. Call Andy or Bill at 717-394-7865, 412-582-0080.
Pets
2nd Gen MINI-GOLDENDOODLE PUPS, b.7/13/24 on the farm, shots, dewormed, vet checked, $500. 717-284-3990
Pets
BOSTON TERRIER PUPPIES, 2M, vet checked, shots, dewormed, nice white color markings. $625, 717-354-8550
GOLDENDOODLE PUPPIES, friendly, colorful, vet checked, dewormed, shots, $495. 717-687-8282.
ICCF CANE CORSO PUPPIES UTD shots/dewormed/vet checked, both parents are big frame dogs raised on farm. 2F, 2M, nice colors. $695. 717-327-5386.
MINI BERNESE MOUNTAIN PUPS up-to-date shots, vet checked, family raised, $350, 610-273-3095.
RUBY CAVAPOO PUPPIES, healthy, UTD w/all shots, $350. KING CHARLES CAVALIER Male, 717-687-5130.
TOY POODLE PUPPIES, 1 red male, 1 white female, $300. POODLE MIX PUPPIES, $200. 717-548-4277.
Sporting Goods
GUNS WANTED INSTANT PAYMENT
1 gun or collection - will travel Kinsey’s Outdoors, 717-653-5524
Miscellaneous
DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1-877-553-1891 www.dental50plus.com/macnet #6258
DIRECTV OVER INTERNET - Get your favorite live TV, sports and local channels. 99% signal reliability! CHOICE Package, $84.99/mo. for 12 months. HBO Max and Premium Channels included for 3 mos. (w/CHOICE Package or higher.) No annual contract, no hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-629-6086.
DON’T LET THE stairs limit your mobility! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall, or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-844-317-5246.
PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR may be covered by Medicare! Reclaim independence and mobility with the compact design and long-lasting battery of Inogen One. Free information kit! Call 1-855-837-7844
PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a GENERAC Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-year warranty with qualifying purchase. Call 1855-465-7624 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move.
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prices - No payments for 18 months! Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & military discounts available. 1-877-543-9189.
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DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 400+ procedures. Real dental insurancenot just a discount plan. Get your free Information Kit with details! 1-855-5261060 www.dental50plus.com/ads #6258
DIRECTV STREAM - Carries the most local MLB Games! Choice Package $89.99/mo. for 12 mos. Stream on 20 devices at once. HBO Max incl. for 3 mos. (w/Choice Package or higher) No contract or hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-859-0405.
DON'T LET THE stairs limit your mobility! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-833399-3595.
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ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING Forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule free LeafFilter estimate today. 20% Off Enitre Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-833-610-1936.
JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. For a limited time, waiving ALL installation costs! (Additional terms apply. Subject to change and vary by dealer.) Call 1-844-501-3208.
MOBILEHELP, AMERICA'S PREMIER mobile medical alert system. Whether you're home or away. For safety & peace of mind. No long term contracts! Free brochure! 1-888-489-3936.
PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase* Call 1-855-948-6176 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move.
PROFESSIONAL LAWN SERVICE: Fertilization, weed control, seeding, aeration & mosquito control. Call now for a free quote. Ask about our first application special! 1833-606-6777
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HOME BREAK-INS TAKE less than 60 seconds. Don’t wait! Protect your family, your home, your assets now for as little as 70¢ a day! Call 1-844-591-7951
SAFE STEP. North America's #1 Walk-in tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Topof-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our free shower package & $1,600 Off - limited time! Financing available. 1-855-417-1306.
WATER DAMAGE CLEANUP: A small amount of water can cause major damage to your home. Our trusted professionals dry out wet areas & repair to protect your family & your home value! Call 24/7: 1888-872-2809. Have zip code!
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.
SERVICES RENDERED
A LOCAL HANDYMAN
Plumbing • Electrical • Carpentry Licensed & Insured, 610-547-7789
A&L TRIMMING, Interior Trimming, Cabinet Installations, Install New Flooring, Install Replacement Windows. 717-405-9545 Leave Message
A+ AFFORDABLE LANDSCAPING! 717-208-2265. SPRING CLEANUP, MULCH, EDGING, TRIMMING, PLANTING, SM. TREE/SHRUB REMOVAL. Sr. Discount!
PAINTING By Triple P Int/Ext, Res/Com, 30 yrs exp. FREE ESTIMATES, Fully insured Eric, 717-615-6442 PA 116089
PAINTING DONE RIGHT Int/Ext. Res/Com Detailed custom painting. 33yrs. exp/Refs. All related services, etc. 717-286-5464
PAINTING: INT. & EXT.
20 yrs. experience PA024610 Elmer Stoltzfus, 717-201-4104
ROSE CLEANING SERVICES
Commercial offices • Post Construction Residential and Airbnb. 717-875-1974.
DONATE YOUR CAR
Help and Support our Veterans. Fast - FREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800245-0398.
REPLACE YOUR ROOF w/the best looking & longest lasting material steel from Erie Metal Roofs! 3 styles & multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Offer up to 50% off install + Additional 10% off install (military, health & 1st responders.) 1-833-370-1234.
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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
FIREWOOD: Seasoned & Split, $175/cord, Honey Brook, 610-944-2097 ►10% OFF August & September◄
SEASONED SPLIT HARDWOOD $150/cord. Delivery Available Honey Brook area. Call 717-402-6233
LOST & FOUND
of your found item. 1-800-428-4211
SERVICES RENDERED
A DRYWALL COMPANY Hanging, Finishing & Repairs KENT SAUDER, LLC Text/Call: 717-989-2069
AMISH CLEANOUTS
POWERWASHING POWERWASHING & DECK SEALING/REPAIR By Steve, 717-892-7411
Attics • Basements • Junk Removal Great prices! 717-205-6067
AMISH MOVING COMPANY
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
BUSHES PROFESSIONALLY TRIMMED & pruned. Hedges, shrubbery, ornamental plants aesthetically maintained. No job too small. Spring clean-up, mulching, light landscaping. 717-405- 8733
CLOCK REPAIR - TRAGER
717-786-7053
DO YOU KNOW what’s in your water? Leaf Home Water Solutions offers FREE water testing and whole home water treatment systems that can be installed in as little as one day. 15% off your entire purchase. Plus 10% senior & military discounts. Restrictions apply. Schedule your FREE test today. Call 1866-996-1526
ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING forever!
LeafFilter, the most advanced debrisblocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today. 20% off Entire Purchase. Plus 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-855-791-1626
GUTTERS, GUTTERS
SAFE STEP. NORTH America’s #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1,600 off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step: 1-833-356-1954.
STROKE AND CARDIOVASCULAR disease are leading causes of death, according to the American Heart Association. Screenings can provide peace of mind or early detection! Contact Life Line Screening to schedule your screening. Special offer - 5 screenings for just $149. Call 1-866-518-8391.
STUMP GRINDING SERVICES 717-989-7938, leave message.
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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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Clean, Repair, Gutter Guards. Property Maint. by Steve. 717-892-7411
HANDYMAN: Painting. Power Washing. Land/Hardscaping. Fall Clean Ups, Gutters/Guards, Decks, Roofing. Mailboxes. 717-419-9855. 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
ITEMS WANTED
BUYING
Muscle & Sports Cars Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561 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
DONATE YOUR CAR, truck, boat, RV and more to support our veterans! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-327-0686 today!
GET A BREAK on your taxes! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist the blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, no-cost vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Heritage for the Blind Today at 1-844-320-2804 today!
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Saturday, September 21 Community 11am-2pm prizes to win! Donated by local businesses!
• A Therapeutic Effect
• American Music Theatre
• Decades
• Field of Screams/Corn Cob Acres
• Go ‘N Bananas
• Lancaster Stormers
• Martin Appliance
• Refreshing Mountain
• York Revolution AND MORE!
Food Trucks
Auntie Anne’s, Cupcakes by Casey, Homage, and Tri County BBQ
ice cream Free, while supplies last
kids activities
Pumpkin Painting sponsored by Cherry Hill Orchards
Face Painting, Balloon Artist and more!
live broadcast
WJTL FM 90.3 from 11:00am-1:00pm
behind-thescenes tour
EPC is celebrating 70 years of bringing the local “good news” to our communities. Across Lancaster County and beyond, we’re honored to share the stories of the people and organizations that make a difference. Join us for a special celebration as we commemorate the past and look forward to the future together!
Publisher of the Merchandiser, Pennysaver, Advertiser, Community Courier, Lancaster County Magazine, Where & When Pennsylvania, Dining in Lancaster County, and Antiques and Auction News
live music
Blessing & Fowler from 11:30am-1:30pm Bring lawn chairs!
Take a tour of Engle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc. and see how your weekly community paper is created! community organizations
Get a close up look at a firetruck, meet a Police Officer, connect with your local chambers in Lancaster, and learn about Lancaster Co. 4H Seeing Eye puppy club.
