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Come shopping at God’s Clothing Closet
BY CATHY MOLITORIS
Talk about a walk-in closet.
When Ruhl’s Church hosts its annual clothing giveaway, the selection will fill the gym at the church, located at 4810 Elizabethtown Road, Manheim.
God’s Clothing Closet, featuring free clothing, footwear and accessories for people of all ages, will be held on Friday, Aug. 23, and Saturday, Aug. 24. Friday’s event will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. by appointment only. On Saturday, the giveaway will be open from 8 to 11 a.m., and no appointment is necessary. To make an appointment for Friday, call or text 717-201-7566.
“This is our 24th year of God’s Clothing Closet,” said Kris Gray, who is chairing the event with Barb Dunmire. “Our volunteers put in hundreds of hours sorting clothing and getting
everything ready.”
All clothing is inspected to be sure it’s clean and in good condition, she said. “We have clothing in all sizes, all seasons,” Gray noted. “This is some great ‘new to you’ clothing, and everybody’s welcome.”
At least half of the gym is filled with women’s clothing, with clothing for men and children sharing the other half, Gray said. “We get prom gowns. We’ve had wedding dresses, fancy dress clothes, maternity clothes, nursing scrubs,” Gray said. “The whole family can get something.”
A table of free devotional materials will be set up for shoppers to peruse, and food donations will be collected for the Manheim Central Food Pantry if shoppers wish to bring some. Food donations are not required to attend the event.
“Back to school is right around the corner, and there is
a need for something like this in the community,” Dunmire said. “Back-to-school shopping can be very expensive.”
Last year, the church served about 443 shoppers over the two-day event. Shoppers donated a box of food to the pantry as well as close to $200 in cash to purchase more Bibles.
It takes a lot of help to be able to provide God’s Clothing Closet for the community, Gray said. Last year, more than 50 volunteers donated more than 300 hours of their time from setup to cleanup. Nothing goes to waste with the giveaway, either. Leftovers are donated to Jubilee Ministries in Manheim.
Although it requires time and effort to host God’s Clothing Closet, it’s important to the members of Ruhl’s Church, who are always looking for ways to connect with the larger community. The giveaway provides an
Combining hands-on fun with environmental education
BY CATHY MOLITORIS
When it’s hot, hot, hot outside, there’s no better way to cool down than splashing in the creek. On Monday, Aug. 19, you can embrace the water’s chilliness while also learning about the environment at the Chiques Creek Stomp. The event will be held in Little Chiques Park,
229 Park Ave., Mount Joy, from 6 to 7 p.m.
“The creek stomp will provide the opportunity for participants to get in the stream and collect samples of the aquatic wildlife,” explained Tim Elder, treasurer of the Chiques Creek Watershed Alliance, which hosts the activity. “Representatives of the Lancaster County Conservation
BY JEFF FALK
North Star Initiative (NSI) is doubling down on its mission. The local nonprofit is adding to its resources and increasing its reach in the fight against human trafficking.
“I’ve had a desire for collaboration,” said Melinda Clark, NSI’s executive director. “There’s too much work that needs to be done, and you can’t do it alone. We want to bring together skilled and passionate people. There’s so much chance of burnout from doing this restoration work. We
Recently, NSI absorbed Freedom and Restoration for Everyone Enslaved (F.R.E.E.), a Berks County-based nonprofit with similar goals, methods and beliefs, into its operations. It’s a move that will allow NSI to impact more survivors and achieve an even greater good.
Free clothing, shoes and accessories will be offered at God’s Clothing Closet.
Participants at a previous year’s creek stomp investigate what’s in the water.
opportunity to support people in need while also raising awareness of the church and bringing people into the building, who may then seek additional information on the church, its services and its outreach programs.
of need, it is especially impactful to see how the free items positively affect some of the shoppers, Gray said.
Program to focus on cover crops
Gray explained that the inspiration for the giveaway came from another service project of the church. For years, church members collected clothing to donate to a mission in Appalachia, but the expense of sending the clothing added up. When Gray started talking to local families that participated in a meal giveaway at the church, she realized the church could make an impact in its own community.
Although the giveaway is open to anyone regardless
“We feel really blessed to be able to do this event,” she explained. “There are so many people who are in need. So many stories come back to us from people saying how much this meant to them. People look you in the eye when they leave and say, ‘Thank you. This was a big help for us.’”
Clothing donations for God’s Clothing Closet will be accepted at the church beginning on Monday, Aug. 19. Donations may be left under the covered front porch at the church, and labeling the bag with the size and type of clothing is helpful.
Stewart receives award from American Lung Association
The American Lung Association recognized Lancaster resident Kevin Stewart as the recipient of
Penn State Extension will offer a twilight Cover Crop Walk on Thursday, Aug. 22, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Southeast Agricultural Research and Extension Center, 1446 Auction Road, Manheim. Agronomy educators will lead a casual walk and discussion intended to help attendees learn about how
to diversify their crop rotation to meet their goals.
Preregistration is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. There is no registration fee. To register, visit www.extension .psu.edu/cover-crop -walk or call 877-3450691. Questions may be directed to Heidi Reed at 717-472-8108.
the 2024 Hoyt E. Dearholt Distinguished Professional Service Award at a recent awards ceremony held in Chicago, Ill. The national award is the highest honor a staff member can receive from the organization and is presented annually to an employee who has made significant and lasting contributions throughout his or her Lung Association career.
Stewart currently serves as the national director of environmental health for advocacy and public policy at the American Lung Association and leads efforts on informing the public about air pollution, its health effects, its sources, and means of control. Since beginning his work with the American Lung Association in 1987, Stewart has grown professionally from his initial service in environmental and occupational health in the former one-county Lung Association affiliate in Lancaster County through posts at different levels to his current national position. Stewart is a voice for healthy air and its health effects for the Lung Association and has been instrumental in shaping the nationwide healthy air program.
Stewart works with many partners, including other public health and environmental organizations
are stronger together and more effective.”
“This shows that it’s possible for organizations to collaborate to make a difference in the movement,” added Clark. “This is not necessarily common in the nonprofit world. The movement is changing, and it’s a privilege to be on the front lines.”
After about a year of negotiations and red tape, NSI officially absorbed F.R.E.E. on July 1. In the summer of 2023, officials of F.R.E.E. approached NSI about a possible merger, and around the beginning of this year a formal agreement was reached.
“In terms of operations, it’s a merger. The legal term is acquisition,” said Clark. “I’m excited because this means we’re going to be serving more survivors more quickly. It makes the whole organization stronger. This work is complex and complicated. Any resources we have at our disposal are meant for the good of the movement. We want to make the entire movement more effective.”
NSI retained all 11 of F.R.E.E.’s former employees, a move that increased NSI’s staff to 30 members. In addition to its continuation of F.R.E.E.’s services in Berks County, NSI has now established a physical presence in Reading, partly through the continued operation of F.R.E.E.’s Refuge Home, a residential facility for human trafficking survivors focused on trauma healing, similar to NSI’s The Harbor in Lititz.
NSI now has the capability to house and care for a total of 14 human trafficking survivors at any one time, up to eight at The Harbor in Lititz and up to six at the Refuge Home in Reading.
“This is the next step for F.R.E.E.,” said Andrea McHenry, F.R.E.E.’s former executive director and
LCAA to open exhibits
Lancaster County Art Association (LCAA), 149 Precision Ave., Strasburg, will host exhibit openings on Friday, Aug. 16, from 6 to 8 p.m.
NSI’s new director of outreach and advocacy. “North Star has experience that will allow the Refuge Home to be the best it can be from the beginning, and I could not be more excited.”
“Over the next 90 days we will be very focused on training staff and analyzing policies so both teams can be effective,” said Clark.
“We’re not going to rush things, and if we need to take our time, we will. One of the next key pieces will be to invite the community to see what we’ve accomplished so far. We want better outcomes for survivors. It’s what everyone wants. That’s the whole point.”
NSI is one of at least four Lancaster County organizations currently battling human trafficking. Last year, NSI conducted more than 75 presentations to raise awareness about human trafficking in the community, and since its founding in 2010, the Lititz nonprofit has provided care for more than 80 survivors.
“I’d say this is unexpected, but desirable and not unimaginable,” said Clark of the F.R.E.E. merger. “The areas that nonprofits struggle in are executive leadership, developing boards and securing volunteers. We have so many resources and such a competent staff that organizations are trying to replicate it.”
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Visitors may view the membership show “Black and White,” consisting of artworks created in black, white, or grays. Also on display will be the completed juried sketchbooks from the participants in the summer Sketchbook Challenge.
The Steinmetz Gallery will showcase artworks by G. Robert Wagner in an exhibit titled “Editorial Surrealism - What’s Going On.” The artworks will be in a variety of mediums.
The shows will run through Thursday, Sept. 12, and may be viewed on Thursdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. Admission is free. For additional information, visit www.lcaaonline.org or 717-687-7061.
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North Star Initiative staff members (left and second from left) interview a client during an intake session.
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Benefit car and motorcycle show planned
United Zion Retirement Community (UZRC) will hold its annual Rockin’ Car and Motorcycle Cruise on Saturday, Aug. 24, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Manheim Brethren in Christ Church, 54 N. Penryn Road, Manheim. The event will feature a display of show vehicles, food, games, a silent auction, face
painting for children and live music by Rew Smith. The event is open to all vehicles. There is a suggested minimum donation to show a vehicle. Vehicle owners may begin parking their vehicles at 1:30 p.m., and all cars must be parked by 2:45 p.m.
Prizes will be awarded
CHIQUES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH:
1215 E. Main St., Mount Joy. Doug Paglia, Pastor. Worship Service at 9-10 am Youth & Children’s Sunday School: 9-10 am. Refreshments & Fellowship: 10-10:30 am. Adult Sunday School at 10:30-11:30 am. Nursery Provided, Handicapped Accessible. For more information, call: 717-653-5175.
COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH: Welcomes you to Love God, Love Others, & Reach Out with us! 331 Anderson Ferry Rd (off Rt. 441 on Rt. 772), Marietta, PA 17547, 717-426-1345, cbcpa.org. Service times are Sundays at 9:00 & 10:45am. The Livestream service is at 10:45am at cbcpa.org.
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH: 505 Woodcrest Ave., Lititz
Ph:717-626-5580
Rev. Stephen D. Weitzel Confessions: Sat. 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm and anytime on request
Daily Masses: Tues.-Fri. 9 am
Saturday Vigil Mass: 4 pm
Sunday Masses: 8:30 am & 10:30 am www.stjameslititz.org for livestream Masses
ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN: Located at 1258 Newport Road, Penryn. Phone: (717) 665-6093. Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Angela Hammer.
to winning show vehicles by celebrity guest judges. Awards will include Best of Show - Classic, Best of Show - Modern, Favorite Muscle Car, Favorite Paint, Favorite Cycle and Favorite Truck. There will also be a Grand Showcase winner. To view photos, winners and awards from previous years or to register a vehicle in advance, visit www.uzrc .org/news-events/car-cruise.
Forefront will sell pulled pork meals that come with two sides and a drink. Handdipped ice cream will also be available.
All proceeds will support benevolent care at UZRC, a nonprofit continuing care retirement community. The program
provides assistance should a resident’s own resources become inadequate to cover the full cost of care. In 2023, $2 million in benevolent care was given to residents. During the car show, UZRC residents will rock in rocking chairs to raise additional money for the benevolent care fund. Admission is free to the public. For more information, visit the aforementioned website or search for “United Zion Retirement Community” on Facebook. The event will be held rain or shine since indoor and covered outdoor activities will be available along with indoor tables for food service, including pulled pork meal pickup.
Museum plans education programs
The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania has announced its fall schedule of education programs.
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GRACE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH OF MANHEIM: 1483 N. Colebrook Rd., Manheim. SUNDAYS: Adult Bible Class at 9:30am and Worship Service at 10:30am. Wednesday Evening Prayer is held from 6:30pm-7:30pm For more details, please visit http://www.gcfmanheim.org or call 717-665-7222.
HOSANNA! A FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIANS 29 Green Acre Rd., Lititz (717) 626-2560 Worship with us in person @ 9:30am, online or livestream @ www.hosannalititz.org Children & Youth Ministries
MARY MOTHER OF THE CHURCH (A Roman Catholic Parish): 625 Union School Rd., Mount Joy. Pastor: Rev. Ted Keating. Mass Times: Saturday Vigil 4:30pm, Sunday 8:30 & 11 am; Monday thru Friday 8:30 am. Confessions: Sat 3:30pm. 717-653-4903, visit us online at www.marymotherparish.org
NEWPORT CHURCH: 656 W. Newport Road, Elm, www.newportchurch.net
We are a vibrant family- oriented contemporary church that meets for Sunday “celebration” service at 9:30 a.m. and throughout the week in home groups, including junior-high and senior-high groups. Children love our Kids Town ministry every Sunday morning! Our mission is to share God’s Love generously and lead people to new life in Jesus. For info. or directions, see our Website or call 717-664-2635. Lead Pastor: Merle Shenk.
RUHL’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: A growing church committed to Christ. Worship on Sunday morning at 8 am for a traditional feel. Sunday School for all ages at 9:15 am., 10:30 am. Worship led by praise band. (Nursery available. Handicap accessible.) For more information, please call 717-665-3400 or visit www.ruhlschurch.org Located at 4810 Elizabethtown Rd, Manheim.
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH: 596 West Newport Rd., Lititz. Are you looking for a Church that preaches from the King James Bible? Helps your family grow spiritually? Enjoys the old-time hymns? Look no further! Sunday School 10am, Sunday Morning Worship 11am, and Sunday Evening Worship 6pm. Wednesday Evening Prayer & Bible Study 6:30 pm. Pastor Wiliam Hamm, Jr. (717) 575-0292.
TRINITY EC CHURCH
48 Market Sq., Manheim Sunday School 9:15am/Worship 10:25am Livestream www.trinitymanheim.com Stop by on 1st Thursday 717-665-3633
TRINITY UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: 2340 State St., East Petersburg. Rev. Dr. Christopher Rankin, Pastor. Phone: (717) 569-1632. Summer Sunday Schedule:7:45 am Holy Communion; 9:30 am Worship with Holy Communion twice a month. Online service is available by visiting www.trinityeastpete.org “Catch the Vision, Share the Joy!”
WAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 600 Stony Battery Rd., Landisville (near Hempfield High School). Wayside enjoys one combined Summer Sunday Worship Service @ 10am w/contemporary & traditional elements. Family Ministry at the same hour for nursery, children, and youth ages. Rev. Dr. Stephen P. Fritz, Pastor. For more info, visit www.waysidepc.org or (717) 898-1551.
WESTGATE BAPTIST CHURCH: 2235 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601 One mile North of Park City. Pastor Robert Zimmerman. A beautifully blended Sunday morning service at 11 AM, under the leadership of Pianist David Ryan & known guitarist Chuck Oetelle. Adult Sunday School 9:30 AM during the school year. Preaching/Teaching focus seeks to be distinctively Biblical, relevant, creative, engaging in the midst of today’s moral/cultural chaos. Find us on Facebook: Westgate American Baptist Church. Website: Westgateabc.com
WHITE OAK CHURCH : 1211 N. Penryn Rd, Manheim, PA. You are invited to our Sunday services: Sunday School for all ages at 8:45am; Worship at 9:45am; scheduled evening services at 7:15pm and Wednesday evening Bible Study at 7:15pm. (1st Wednesday of month).
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Railroading Merit Badge Workshops will be offered for boys and girls ages 11 to 17 on select Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Participants may attend on Sept. 28, Oct. 5, or Nov. 9. All requirements to earn a merit badge in railroading will be fulfilled in a day. Each program will feature various railroad-themed activities, including tours, demonstrations, historic artifacts and a G-scale model railroad simulation. To register, visit www .eventbrite.com.
Sensory Saturdays will be held at 9 a.m. on Sept. 14, Oct. 5, Nov. 9, and Dec. 7. The event is geared for individuals with special sensory needs. The museum will reduce lighting and sounds and maintain a low attendance,
and it will also offer quiet spaces set up for breaks. A few of the historic trains will be open, with museum staff members present to answer questions. To register, visit the aforementioned website. Story Time With the Educator, for children age 2 through prekindergarten, will be presented at 10:30 a.m. on Fridays, Aug. 16, Sept. 20, Oct. 18, and Nov. 15, as well as at 9:30 a.m. on Sept. 14, Oct. 5, Nov. 9, and Dec. 7.
The program will include the reading of a book followed by a craft. Registration for the Friday story times will take place at the events. Registration for the Saturday programs is available at the aforementioned website. For more information about the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, visit www .rrmuseumpa.org or call 717-687-8628.
District will be on hand to identify what is collected and help explain how the types of aquatic life living in the stream provides an indication of the health of the stream.”
While the creek stomp is fun for the whole family, it serves a bigger role than just entertainment, Elder said. “The purpose of the event is to educate people on the importance of keeping our streams clean to protect wildlife in the stream,” he shared.
The Chiques Creek Watershed Alliance is a volunteer-run organization with a mission to promote good stewardship of the land within the Chiques Creek Watershed in order to protect and preserve the Chiques Creek for the present community and future generations. The Chiques Creek Watershed covers approximately 126 square miles of area, almost all of which is in Lancaster County. Beginning in Lebanon County, the Chiques Creek flows
31 miles to its confluence with the Susquehanna River near Marietta Borough. Six townships - East Hempfield, Mount Joy, Penn, Rapho, West Cornwall and West Hempfield - as well as two boroughs - Manheim and Mount Joy - have areas contained within the watershed. In addition to the creek stomp, the organization holds other community events and works with a variety of local organizations to promote environmental initiatives.
Meetings are held at the Penn Township municipal building, 97 N. Penryn Road, Manheim, at 6 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month.
There is no charge for the creek stomp, and no reservations are required. Participants should wear old shoes and clothes that they don’t mind getting wet and dirty.
For more information on Chiques Creek Watershed Alliance, visit www.chiquescreekwater shed.com.
LancasterHistory digitizes scrapbooks
In June, LancasterHistory completed a large digitization project of four historic scrapbooks and 850 individual historic documents, creating a total of 3,565 digital scans, which are now accessible to the public. The funding for the project came from a Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) Historic Archives & Records Care (HARC) grant of $5,000 that LancasterHistory received in 2021. The project focused on the digitization of four of the most significant and frequently requested scrapbooks in the LancasterHistory Archival Collections: “The George Steinman Album and Papers,” “The Marietta Scrapbook,” and two scrapbooks kept by Francis X. Reuss of Columbia.
Scrapbooks provide a unique record of individuals, families, organizations, and associations that may not be included in formal archival collections. Scrapbooks may include handwritten
or typed personal letters or notes and other ephemera and memorabilia chronicling daily life. However, materials used to save items in scrapbooks are often detrimental to the long-term preservation of the objects, including poor-quality paper and harmful tapes and adhesives that can become brittle or yellow over time or degrade the objects saved in the scrapbooks. Because of the fragile conditions of the aforementioned scrapbooks, access to them has been restricted for more than a decade.
“The George Steinman Album and Papers” contains documents that represent
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Vogel, Peters recognized
Aaron Vogel and Sydney Peters have been selected as the Seniors of the Month for May at Manheim Central High School. The Manheim Women’s Club sponsors the Girls of the Month, and the Rotary Club of Manheim sponsors the Boys of the Month. The Seniors of the Month are chosen by high school staff based on academic achievement, character, and involvement within the school and community. Aaron, 17, is the son of Maureen and Doug Vogel of Mount Joy. He plays tennis and has received two varsity letters for bowling. He is involved in the concert, jazz, and marching bands, and he helped build a set for Baron Stage in 2022. He is involved in Math Honor Society and Music Honor Society. Aaron had an internship with the school
district tech team. He plans to attend Penn State University to study math or science.
Sydney, 18, is the daughter of Brian and Michelle Peters of Manheim. Her school activities are tennis, Interact, Student Council, Mu Alpha Theta, Science
National Honor Society, and ALPHA. In the community, she is involved in W54 Youth Group, Attollo, and the Manheim Tennis Club. She completed an architecture internship at Mulá Group. Sydney plans to attend college to study architecture.
Chad Snyder appointed to state board of funeral directors
BY ADRIAN ESCHENWALD
As a third-generation funeral director, Chad Snyder has a unique perspective of the profession. In 1947, Chad’s grandfather, Charles F. Snyder, opened a funeral home in downtown Lancaster, and the business grew to offer locations in Millersville, Willow Street, Lititz and other parts of the county. Chad watched his father, Chip Snyder, run the business after Charles retired, and Chad became the director in 2018. Chad was appointed to the Pennsylvania State Board of Directors earlier this year, and he said he plans to use his experience to bridge the gap between funeral directors and state legislators to benefit Lancaster and communities throughout the state.
Since joining the state board of funeral directors, Chad has taken monthly trips to the capitol to meet with other funeral directors and government officials during public sessions. The meetings incorporate discussions on various issues that impact the funeral industry, such as the evaluation of funeral directors’ licenses and
newly proposed legislation that could have cascading effects on funeral services across Pennsylvania. At 42 years old, Chad is the youngest member of the board, and he said he hopes to offer his fresh perspective of the industry to the board’s discussions.
“I’m looked at as the next generation of directors and a new set of eyes,” Chad said. “My desire is to be a spokesperson for great funeral service and to advocate for high standards,
ethics and values. I’m very honored and humbled to be a representative for funeral services across the state.”
In addition to being the youngest member, Chad is the only member of the state board of funeral directors to operate multiple funeral homes. Chad helped design Charles F. Snyder’s Willow Street location, and he continues to work with his father to run the business. “My dad is still very involved, which I’m
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Chad Snyder (right) and his father, Chip Snyder
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as well as federal agencies on policy and regulatory issues, and on indoor and outdoor air quality projects for the organization. He is the Lung Association’s voice for its signature “State of the Air” report, released every April since 2000. The report draws public attention to air pollution, control challenges, and successes across the country.
As an advocate for healthy air, Stewart regularly represents the Lung Association with comments and testimony before federal, state, regional, and local agencies engaged in public policy on
clean indoor and outdoor air and climate change. He has submitted formal comments or testimony on topics such as increasing protective National Ambient Air Quality Standards for particulate matter and ozone, updating greenhouse gas emission standards for light-duty vehicles, and limiting methane from the oil and gas industry. His expertise and advocacy efforts span a broad range of topics from indoor radon, outdoor wood boilers, antiidling measures, and school indoor air quality in Pennsylvania to national energy policy and improving the
Harold Wimmer (left), president and CEO of the American Lung Association, and Cheryl Calhoun (right), immediate past chair of the American Lung Association’s national board of directors, present the Hoyt E. Dearholt Distinguished Professional Service Award to Kevin Stewart.
public’s right to know about environmental and public health threats.
Stewart joined the Lung Association at the time when radon was first recognized as an environmental hazard in people’s homes - a discovery that was made in eastern Pennsylvania; additionally, radon was soon shown to be found in his hometown of Lancaster. Stewart was an early proponent for increasing radon awareness, testing, and mitigation in homes and schools and has been instrumental in helping to reduce the public health threat of radioactive radon gas. He has been an integral part of the multi-agency team that developed the U.S. National Radon Action Plan and serves on the Lung Association’s staff team overseeing it. For decades, he has managed statewide grant-funded programs to reduce indoor radon. He currently serves on the board of directors of the Indoor Environments Association, the AARST Consortium on National Radon Standards’ Executive Stakeholder Committee, and Standing Committees for Radon Measurement and New Construction.
Stewart, an alumnus of Lancaster Catholic High School, holds a Bachelor of Science in chemical
Cloister plans ice cream social
Historic Ephrata Cloister, 632 W. Main St., Ephrata, will open its grounds to the community on Sunday, Aug. 18, from 1 to 4 p.m. for its summer ice cream social. This fundraising event, a project of the Ephrata Cloister Associates in partnership with the Pennsylvania Historic and Museum Commission, will feature ice cream and brownie sundaes, scooped by celebrity dippers, including WIOV morning radio host Casey Allyn, Ephrata Mayor Ralph Mowen, Akron Mayor John McBeth, Ephrata Police Chief Chris McKim, and Blue Ridge’s Cindy Mellinger. The event is sponsored by Blue Ridge. The New Cloister Restaurant will provide the ice cream.
Tickets include ice cream, brownie sundaes, and admission to the property. The ticket fee is discounted
for members of the Ephrata Cloister Associates, and children age 5 and under will be admitted for free.
Tickets may be purchased in the Visitor Center on the day of the event.
Guides in historical costumes will be stationed in the buildings to greet visitors and interpret the history of the 18th-century structures. The All Weather Band will perform from 1 to 4 p.m. under the tent by the Visitor Center. The band plays American music, including blues, roots, country, and more.
Visitors are encouraged to stroll the grounds of the Cloister, pet therapy dogs from Keystone Pet Enhanced Therapy Services (KPETS), and watch demonstrations by Woven Together and Friends. Information about the project to rebuild the amphitheater on the
engineering from Princeton University. He resides with his wife, Rose. For more information about the American Lung Association, which is celebrating 120 years, call 800-LUNGUSA (1-800586-4872) or visit www .lung.org.
grounds will be available, and visitors may watch the video narrated by movie, TV, and Broadway star and 2024 Tony Award winner Jonathan Groff. Visitors will also be able to try their hand at the art of Colonial printing on the reproduction printing press.
The early community of Ephrata was known for its charity, an outreach that continues today, nearly 300 years after the founding of the town. Event attendees may learn more about charity in Ephrata today and visit with representatives of local nonprofits.
The museum store, featuring candles, cards, books of historical interest, and the works of local craftspeople, will be open for browsing and purchases at special discounts. Featured items will include Cloister-branded products, such as T-shirts, hats, and
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very grateful and blessed for,” Chad said. “I think my perspective will be helpful when looking at different situations brought to the board.”
Chad said he hopes to advocate for funeral directors and clients in every community in Pennsylvania in addition
to Lancaster County. “I’m taking on an important role not just for the community I live and work in, but to be a shoulder for other directors to lean on when they need help,” added Chad. “Across the board, we want to have the general public have a pleasant experience when
the need arises.”
Charles F. Snyder’s Willow Street location will host an educational workshop this October to explore different areas of funeral services and cremation services. For more information, visit www.snyderfuneral home.com.
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RIFLES: Winchester model 70 rifle 243 cal.; Remington Arms 11-87 semi automatic 12 gauge; Smith & Wesson MP15-22 rifle; Kel-Tec CNC 12 gauge; Norinco Type 56S-AK rifle; custom Mauser 1908 rifle; custom GEW 98 Mauser 308 cal,; Remington model 700 bolt action 25-06; Remington model 700 bolt 300 mag; Henry Arms Golden Boy lever action 22; Remington 760 pump 30-06; Winchester Ranger lever action 3030; Frenchi Diamond 12 gauge break action; Spikes tactical ST15 rifle; Winchester 1400 MK11 20 gauge; Ruger M77 rifle 30-06 bolt; plus many more. PISTOLS: Smith & Wesson 1904 revolver 357 magnum; Grand Power LTD Stribog pistol; Smith & Wesson 17-4 revolver 22 cal.; Glock model 43 semi auto 9 mm; Ruger single six .32 cal; S&W 17-3 double action 22; Ruger new model .17 HMR; Springfield Armory semi auto .45; Ruger Blackhawk 356; Ruger Vaquero revolver .45 cal.; S&W 18-4 double action 22 revolver; S&W model 19-4 double action 357 revolver; Ruger Blackhawk 44 special; Colt Buntline scant revolver 22; S&W double action 45 cal.; few Thompson Center Arms contenders; Springfield Armory Hellcat semi auto 9 mm; Magnum Research Desert Eagle 44 mag; Glock 19 semi auto 9 mm; plus many more
THIS IS ONLY A SAMPLING OF WHAT WE HAVE FOR THIS AUCTION. FOR A FULL LISTING GO TO SHIRKSAUCTIONS.COM AND CLICK ON HIBID LINK.
WE ARE FFL LICENSED AND PROCESS ALL REGISTRATIONS FOR LOCAL BUYERS ON-SITE AT THE AUCTION GALLERY.
Auction Conducted By:
ROY D. SHIRK - PHONE 717-269-0654
LICENSE #AU-003248-L - #AH-001946-L
ON-SITE PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION
THURS., AUG.
P.M. For Financing, Photos, Full Listing, Terms See Website: www.witmanauctioneers.com
Auction For: E. Richard Bruckhart
Auctioneers,
Luke R. & Clarke N. Witman www.witmanauctioneers.com
THURSDAY, AUG. 29 • 6 P.M.
LOCATION: 322 South Broad St., Lititz, PA 17543 Lititz Borough 2½ STORY FRAME SIDED TWO-UNIT DUPLEX. FIRST FLOOR: TWO (2) BEDROOMS, ONE (1) BEDROOM. SECOND FLOOR: THREE (3) BEDROOMS, ONE (1) BATHROOM. EXCELLENT LOCATION Within Walking Distance To Park, Schools, Shops, Churches, Restaurants, Pubs In Downtown Lititz. EXCELLENT INVESTMENT PROPERTY. LIVE ON ONE FLOOR & RENT THE OTHER FLOOR, GOOD INCOME PRODUCING PROPERTY. ONE UNIT WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY. On & Off Street Parking, 2 Front, 4 Rear. Upper Level With New Appliances. Open House Dates: Sat., Aug. 17 & 24 12:00 Noon-2:00 PM. For Financing, Terms, Photos, Full Listing, See Website: www.witmanauctioneers.com Auction For: Shawn C. Houchin
Scrapbooks
local, state, and national history. The album, compiled by George Steinman, contains photographs and ephemera of places, people, and events related to Lancaster County. The subjects include Postlethwaite’s Tavern, Lancaster’s first seat of municipal government; hotels and taverns; firehouses; the Conestoga Massacre of 1763; churches; cemeteries; the Ephrata Cloister; prominent citizens and their homes; the Stehli Silk Mill; and several schools. Later items in the album include handwritten notes in the margins made by John Gibson, who donated the collection to LancasterHistory in 1968.
An accompanying collection of papers includes original correspondence, documents, photographs, and ephemera that largely relate to 18th- and 19th-century Lancaster. The Revolutionary War is highlighted, with documents and images related
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MONDAY, AUGUST 26 • 5 P.M. LOCATION: 930 Orchard Rd., Manheim, PA 17545 Rapho Twp., Lancaster Co. VINYL-SIDED 1½ STORY THREE BEDROOM HOUSE WITH ATTACHED GARAGE & WORKSHOP ON 1.04 ACRES IN A RURAL COUNTRY SETTING. Excellent Location. Minutes To Routes 72, 772, 283 & PA Turnpike. Manheim Central School District. ATTENTION: First Time Home Buyers or Investors, Remodelers, Rehabbers, Or Renovationalists, This Property Is A Clean Canvas With Many Possibilities In Need of TLC - Great Rental!
Open House Date: Sat., Aug. 17, 12:00 Noon-2:00 P.M. “Highly Motivated Seller - Seller Has Relocated” For Financing, Terms, Photos, Full Listing, See Website: www.witmanauctioneers.com Auction For: Stephanie J. Ortega John C. Hamilton III P.O.A., Danita L. Hamilton, P.O.A.
Witman Auctioneers Team Is Currently Booking Auctions Now & In The Future For The 2024 Auction Season. Call Us Now For Competitive Rates. Auction by: Witman Auctioneers, Inc. Luke R. & Clarke N. Witman www.witmanauctioneers.com
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to George Washington, Lancaster’s Atlee family, and Gen. Edward Hand. There are images relating to the Christiana Resistance in 1851 and to buildings in early Lancaster, including the old jail, the British prison, and Postlethwaite’s Tavern. Also included in the collection are currency printed by Benjamin Franklin in 1764 and Confederate States currency and bonds.
“The Marietta Scrapbook” contains historical information about the towns of Marietta and Columbia and the rest of Lancaster County. The pages provide information on local history, including the topics of education, population, crime, taxes, elections, and occupations. The book also includes articles on the Pennsylvania Germans, personal histories, crime, and genealogical information.
The two scrapbooks from Reuss are resources about many aspects of life in Columbia. Both books focus on residents of the borough and the history of Columbia and Chiques Park. Both scrapbooks contain newspaper clippings, handwritten correspondence, programs, photographs, and handwritten notes in the margins. Born in Columbia in 1847, Reuss was a founding member of
the Society of Old Columbia Residents, an organization of former Columbia residents living in Philadelphia. Reuss’ scrapbooks are often requested by those researching the history of Columbia.
The scrapbooks were digitized by Backstage Library Works in Bethlehem, Pa. Backstage Library Works previously digitized historic materials for LancasterHistory, including the James Buchanan Online Presidential Library and the Thaddeus Stevens & Black History Collections, which were also funded through PHMC HARC grants in 2018 and 2020, respectively. After receiving the final, high-resolution, and archival images and PDFs, LancasterHistory staff members and volunteers reviewed each object, created database records, and cataloged each item. In particular, LancasterHistory spent more than 150 hours re-cataloging previous items related to each newly digitized scrapbook, updating legacy descriptions that were inaccurate or incomplete, and making items more accessible to researchers.
The digital scans of the scrapbooks are available to view for free at https:// collections.lancaster history.org.
Vendors sought for craft bazaar
Pleasant View Communities Auxiliary is seeking vendors for its craft bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 2. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Pleasant View Communities, 544 N. Penryn Road, Manheim. The bazaar will feature handmade items from a variety of craftspeople.
See Website: www.witmanauctioneers.com Auction For: Benjamin (Ben) Doulin, Bryan Doulin, P.O.A.
There is a fee for an 8-foot space with a table and two chairs. Vendors with floor displays must purchase additional space as needed. Coffee and doughnut vouchers will be
available for vendors as well as assistance with setup and teardown. Proceeds from vendor space rentals will support the Care Fund, which provides assistance to residents who can no longer afford health care. Vendors are not required to donate their profits from the craft bazaar.
For more details and to apply to be a vendor, visit https://pleasantviewcom munities.org/events/. Information is also available by emailing 4pamhoff man@gmail.com.
Cloister from pg 7
tote bags. Proceeds from the event will support educational programming at Historic Ephrata Cloister, including the Student Historians program and Community Days for local elementary students. The event will be held rain or shine. For more information and updates, visit www.ephratacloister .org or call the Visitor Center at 717-733-6600.
Public Auctions
– Octorara SD SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT
Auction For: James & Katheryn Longenecker
TUES. AUGUST 27, 2024 – 6pm Real Estate
124 N. Charlotte St., Lancaster, PA 17603
HISTORIC LANCASTER CITY CHESTNUT HILL
3 BEDROOM HOME – 0.04 Acres – Lancaster SD
OPEN HOUSES: SAT. AUG 17, 10AM-12PM & MON. AUG 19, 5PM-6:30PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT
Auction For: Cheryl Young
THURS. AUGUST 29, 2024 – 6pm Real Estate
536 N. 2nd St. Bainbridge, PA 17502
WELL-LOCATED 9.6 ACRE BAINBRIDGE PROPERTY
W/ 4 BEDROOM HOME – Elizabethtown SD
OPEN HOUSES: SAT. AUG 17, 10AM-12PM & MON. AUG 19, 5PM-6:30PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT
Auction For: Elaine Jackson
THURS. SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 – 6pm Real Estate
2934 Kings Ln. Lancaster, PA 17601
WELL-LOCATED 4 BEDROOM HOME – 0.51 Acres
– Hempfield SD
OPEN HOUSES: SAT. AUG 24, 10AM-12PM & MON. AUG 26, 5PM-6:30PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT
Auction For: J. Donald Longenecker
THURS. SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 – 6pm Real Estate
666 Shultz Rd. Washington Boro, PA 17682
MANOR TWP COUNTRY HOME ON LARGE LOT
– 0.37 acres – Penn Manor SD
OPEN HOUSES: SAT. AUG 24, 1PM-3PM & TUES. AUG 27, 5PM-6:30PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT
Auction For: Doris R. Demmy
TUES. SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 – 6pm Real Estate
1005 Union House Rd. Lititz, PA 17543
WELL-LOCATED 3 BEDROOM LITITZ HOME
– 0.41 acres - Warwick SD
OPEN HOUSES: SAT. SEPT. 7, 10AM-12PM & MON. SEPT. 9, 5PM-6:30PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT
Auction For: Sylvia J. Gwinn
WED. SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 – 6pm Real Estate
9 Holly Dr. Lancaster, PA 17603
MANOR TWP BRICK RANCH HOME – 0.40 acres
– Penn Manor SD
OPEN HOUSES: SAT. SEPT. 7, 10AM-12PM & MON. SEPT. 9, 5PM-6:30PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT
Auction For: Jonathan Thomas Estate
WED. SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 – 6pm Real Estate
400 Ringneck Ln. Lancaster, PA 17601
WELL-LOCATED 3 BEDROOM HOME ON WOODED LOT
- 2.22 acres – Manheim Township SD
OPEN HOUSES: SAT. SEPT. 7, 1PM-3PM & TUES. SEPT. 10, 5PM-6:30PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT
Railroad Museum unveils garden project to offer a new perspective
BY ADRIAN ESCHENWALD
Railroads have shaped American history in many ways, from the swift westward expansion of the United States to the cascading impact on the formation of small towns and massive cities along railways. Although the 21st century boasts advanced technology once thought the realm of science fiction, the locomotive is anything but an antique, and it continues to play a vital role in the world of transportation. Railroads’ impact on the world as we know it may be observed in nearly every town, affecting qualities of modern life as minute as the vegetables we eat.
The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, 300 Gap Road, Strasburg, recently completed a project to install a garden of heirloom vegetables in its front lawn. At first glance, the garden plot has no obvious connection to the colossal train cars that litter
the museum’s property, but museum educators Juliette O’Connor and Jesse Shetrom said plants and trains are intertwined in unique ways. Prior to the implementation of railroads as the primary method of transporting perishable goods, many regions grew produce that was unique to the area. After refrigerated train cars made it possible to export food to other states without it spoiling, many vegetables became standardized, which allows someone in Arkansas to enjoy the same produce as someone in Pennsylvania. One of O’Connor and Shetrom’s goals was to highlight local heirloom vegetables that fell out of favor, and the garden contains regional varieties such as blue pod peas, scarlet runner beans, black Brandywine tomatoes, Weaver’s stuffing peppers and patty pan squash. The two educators acquired heirloom seeds from the Landis Valley Village and
See Garden pg 12
Visitors may see the new garden in the front lawn of the museum as they walk along the path to the entrance.
The new garden features heirloom vegetables including tomatoes, peppers and squash.
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Farm Museum to plant in the garden.
In addition to highlighting heirloom vegetables, the Railroad Museum plans to use the new garden as a tool to continuously expand its educational programs in the future. As the museum approaches its 50th anniversary in 2025, O’Connor and Shetrom are using the garden as a central piece in several new programs that will offer new perspectives on the history of railroads and interactive environmental education to visitors and local school districts. The garden will be dedicated on Earth Day next April to launch the museum’s event schedule for its 50th anniversary.
“The garden is an opportunity to revamp the museum’s outside space,” Shetrom said. “(O’Connor and I) are avid gardeners at home, and we were looking forward to doing something a bit different.” Shetrom added that he and O’Connor hope to expand the garden to more areas of the property, which will include native plants and flowers to attract pollinators.
The implementation of the garden aligns with the restructuring of Pennsylvania’s new educational standards to place a focus on environmental literacy. The garden will allow the Railroad Museum to maximize its vacant outdoor plots by making the property more sustainable, and it plans to expand its partnerships to conservation groups, gardeners and state agencies in addition to local schools. For more information, visit www.rrmuseumpa.org.
