Morgantown/Honey Brook
Car show to benefit Kacie’s Cause
BY FRANCINE FULTON
“It’s the show of all shows,” said event organizer Johnny Pappas when describing the 11th annual Cars for Kacie car show that will take place on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Classic Auto Mall in Morgantown.
“Last year, we had 700 vehicles.”
Cars for Kacie benefits Kacie’s Cause, a nonprofit organization that provides support to parents, family members and friends of those battling addiction. Money raised at the event funds the group’s efforts throughout the year, including the awarding of a scholarship to a student at Octorara Junior-Senior High School and the awarding of a recovery residence scholarship, which pays for a person in recovery to live in a drug- and alcohol-free group home. Funds are also used by the organization to purchase naloxone for free distribution at events and to compensate professional
therapists that lead some of its support groups.
The local chapter of Kacie’s Cause offers a support group that meets on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Parkesburg Baptist Church, 103 West St., Parkesburg. For more
information, visit www.facebook .com/KaciesCauseParkesburg.
Cars for Kacie was started 11 years ago by Andy Rumford, who lost his daughter Kacie Erin Rumford at the age of 23 from a drug overdose on March 12, 2013.
Pet store is now part of Animal House Project
BY FRANCINE FULTON
Those who may have visited Diane’s Pet Supplies & Adoption Center in North Coventry may have noticed that the facility has undergone some changes since the business is now a formal program of Animal House Project (AHP), a nonprofit organization. The center was founded in 1989 by Diane Dietch, and Diane’s became part
Representatives from Kacie’s Cause will be on hand at the car show to provide information and offer naloxone training. There will also be a medical drop-off box at the show where attendees can safely dispose of
their prescription medications. The classic car show is open to any car, truck and motorcycle of any year, make or model, including customs, classics, street rods, low riders, antiques, new generation vehicles and tuners. A registration fee will be charged to vehicle owners. Registration will be from 8 to 10 a.m., followed by judging from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The awards ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. Vehicle owners must be present to win.
Categories will include Best Paint, Best Interior, Best Engine, Best Halloween Display and Best Club Participation. Also awarded will be Best of Show and the Kacie Erin Rumford Memorial trophy. The awards are chosen by families that have lost a loved one to addiction.
There will be a variety of food and dessert vendors, including Mexi-Boys, BBQ Dave, R & D Specialty Foods, Pop’s Grill food truck, Malizzi Cakes & Pastries and The Perk Up Truck. “Early
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Harvest the fun at Hay Creek Apple Festival
BY FRANCINE FULTON
Everything about apples will be celebrated at the Hay Creek Apple Festival to be held on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, Oct. 13, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Historic Joanna Furnace, 1250 Furnace Road, Geigertown. The event will feature an assortment of apple dishes and other food items, an apple baking contest, children’s activities, tours of Joanna Furnace buildings and a flea and craft market.
This year marks the 45th annual festival being presented by the Hay Creek Valley Historical Association (HCVHA). “Parents who came to the event as kids are now returning with their own children,” noted Mark Zerr, HCVHA executive director.
The day will begin with an all-you-can-eat apple pancake breakfast, which will be served from 7 to 11 a.m. on both days in the Historic Joanna Furnace Mule Stable. Each breakfast will also include a piece of country sausage and a beverage, with
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Last year, the event attracted 700 vehicles of all makes and models, which were parked in the lots and fields around the Classic Auto Mall.
Currently available for adoption from Diane’s are Sammy (left photo), Marius (center photo) and Marcella (right photo).
Protecting a vehicle’s paint job
Drivers go to great lengths to ensure that they take good care of what’s under the hood of their vehicles. But it’s equally beneficial to tend to the exterior of a vehicle, including its paint job.
According to Popular Mechanics, oxidation can adversely affect ironbased metals. That can put vehicles in jeopardy and take significant time off their life expectancy. The good news is that rust and other issues that can affect a vehicle’s paint job and appearance are typically avoidable. That should be music to the ears of new vehicle owners, who likely need no reminder of the sizable financial investment required to drive off the lot with a fresh set of wheels. Drivers who want their cars and trucks to maintain their looks over the long haul can consider these simple strategies to protect their paint jobs.
• Make car washes part of your vehicle maintenance routine. Over time, contaminants such as pollen, dust, and pollutants can settle on a vehicle’s exterior, potentially jeopardizing the paint job. Routine car washes can prevent such damage and help a car look like it was just driven off the lot.
• Wax the exterior of the vehicle. The automotive experts at Carfax report that waxing is a significant and simple way to protect vehicle paint. Carfax notes that certain paste waxes contain mild abrasives that help remove fine scratches from painted surfaces. Wax also can protect paint jobs from fading related to exposure to ultraviolet rays. That’s especially note-
worthy for drivers who do not routinely park their cars in a garage.
• Use a car cover. Car covers may or may not be practical for cars that drivers use every day, but they are an effective way to protect a paint job from the elements. Drivers who have a spare car they rarely drive or even those who do not drive their primary vehicle a lot each day can purchase a universal-fit car cover or a premium cover designed specifically for their vehicles. Car covers protect paint jobs from ultraviolet rays and the elements and may reduce the need for more frequent trips to the car wash.
• Park in the shade, but choose spots wisely. Parking in the shade may protect vehicles from the ultraviolet rays of the sun, but it’s important that drivers pick the right shady spot to park their cars and trucks. A shade tree might seem like a great ally to vehicle owners, but if birds nest or rest in the tree, drivers could be exposing their cars to bird droppings. Bird droppings are high in uric acid, which quickly damage a vehicle’s exterior. Parking directly beneath a tree also might expose the paint job to sap or fallen leaves or berries, each of which can adversely impact vehicle exteriors. If you plan to park in the shade to protect a vehicle’s paint job, ideally choose a spot that is not directly beneath the tree.
A well-maintained paint job can improve the appearance and life expectancy of a vehicle, which is something drivers should keep in mind as they hope to get the most out of their automotive investment.
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Maintenance mile markers
Modern automobiles are technological marvels. As advancements in automotive technology have made cars more reliable than ever, drivers may feel as though vehicle ownership also is more hands-off than ever before. Though it’s true that built-in diagnostic technology is designed to alert drivers to certain issues, it can still benefit motorists to recognize when certain issues may arise.
Cars and the people who drive them are different, so mileage intervals are not always the best measuring stick for maintenance issues. However, the following rundown can serve as a guidebook for drivers who want to know what to expect at various mileage intervals.
• 30,000 miles: The experts at Auto Trader note that disposable engine air filters usually last between 15,000 and 30,000 miles. If it’s been about 30,000 miles since the engine air filter has been replaced, it would be a good time to replace this important part, which prevents components like dirt and debris from getting into the engine. This also might be a good time to replace the fuel filter, which prevents debris from clogging fuel injectors.
• 50,000 to 60,000 miles: It’s about this time that drivers may need to replace their vehicle batteries. Little-used vehicles may need a new battery much earlier, as lengthy periods of little or no use adversely affect the life expectancy of vehicle batteries. Brakes also may need to
Maintaining older vehicles
New cars have been costly for quite some time, so motorists may wonder how they can get more mileage out of their existing vehicles. Drivers can take the following steps to keep their existing cars running smoothly for years to come.
- Take care of the timing belt. Engines may get all the glory, but they cannot run smoothly without a fully functional timing belt, which helps to synchronize movements of various components. Owner’s manuals may note when to replace the timing belt, but they generally must be replaced every 60,000 to 105,000 miles. Although replacement is required infrequently, drivers can ask their mechanics to keep an eye on their timing belts. During the early months of the pandemic, many people learned that infrequent driving can cause a timing belt to fail before it reaches the projected mile marker. Aging drivers should keep this fact in mind if they do not drive as much as they used to.
- Take care of the brakes and associated components. The experts at Popular Mechanics urge drivers of older vehicles to replace their
be replaced about this time, as the experts at AutoZone note that most drivers get between two and five years out of a set of brake pads. If that sounds like a significant range, it is, and that’s because driver behavior is a significant variable affecting the life of the pads. Drivers who brake hard will likely need to replace their brake pads with greater frequency than drivers who brake slowly.
• 50,000 to 90,000 miles: As noted, there is no uniform guideline governing when vehicle components will need to be replaced. Hoses are a good example of that, as recommendations regarding when to replace hoses range from 50,000 to 90,000 miles. That’s a significant range, but drivers can be on the safe side and start discussing the status of their hoses with
their mechanics around the 50,000-mile marker. It’s unlikely the hoses will make it all the way to 90,000 miles before they need to be replaced, but drivers can keep that mileage marker in mind and aim to replace the hoses before that point even if no issue has arisen. Timing belts also tend to fail between 80,000 and 100,000 miles, so this is another part to consider replacing as a vehicle reaches this point. These mileage markers are not set in stone and should only serve as a guideline for drivers who want to stay ahead of vehicle repairs. Drivers also are urged to discuss any additional changes that might be necessary with their mechanics during routine maintenance appointments.
brake fluid every two years. Popular Mechanics also advises drivers whose cars are more than seven years old to replace the rubber brake lines when major brake work is required.
- Pay attention to oil levels. The older engines get, the more oil they burn. For this reason, owners of older vehicles should check their oil levels more often than they would if their vehicles were brand new. These checks also provide a way to discover leaks before they lead to potentially significant issues.
- Don’t skip maintenance appointments. Even if you’re still driving less due to the pandemic, it’s best to keep up with maintenance on any car, especially if the car is older. Routine tune-ups and oil changes, which may need to become more frequent the older the vehicle gets, can keep cars running smoothly and protect the engine over the long haul.
The rising cost of new cars may compel people to keep their cars longer than they might have anticipated. A few simple maintenance measures may help to prolong the life of a vehicle.
The importance of regular car washes
Taking care of a vehicle involves more than just maintaining the equipment under the hood. There are a number of steps involved in keeping a car or truck in top form, and that includes regular car washes.
Car washes keep a vehicle shiny and clean, which can help it look good while sitting in the driveway or cruising the highway. However, regular car washes are more than cosmetic.
• Protect from the sun:
A car that is routinely and properly washed and waxed is less vulnerable to damage from the sun’s ultraviolet rays.
• Extend the life of paint: Dirt and debris can build up on the paint surface and eventually lead to scratches and other damage. Bird droppings and sap can be corrosive. Washing will help remove grime and protect the paint in the process.
• Preserve the vehicle’s value: Drivers who plan to sell or trade in their vehicles in the future should realize that a well-maintained car can bring in as much as 20% more for above-average condition, according to Kelley
Blue Book. Maintaining a clean and shiny vehicle can protect its long-term value.
• Remove salt: Drivers who live near the ocean or in areas where roads are salted in the winter to melt snow may have cars with high salt corrosion rates. Unless it’s washed off frequently, salt can take its toll, leading to damage.
• Improve fuel efficiency: Drivers have felt pain in their wallets at the fuel pump in recent years. Dirty cars may be less aerodynamic and less fuel efficient as a result. Keeping a car clean may improve its fuel efficiency.
• Maintain the interior: Car washes are not only about the exterior. Keeping a clean and tidy interior can help improve the air quality inside of the vehicle and prolong the life of upholstery, mats, and interior components.
Car washes should be a routine part of vehicle maintenance. Professional car washes tend to be more eco-friendly than washing a car at home, so drivers are urged to investigate their service plans and features.
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breakfast will be available beginning at 5 a.m.,” Pappas noted.
Also included will be a demonstration by Dep. Alicia Matson and her K-9, Kali; guest speaker Tony Luke from Tony Luke’s cheesesteak restaurants; a silent auction featuring more than 100 items to bid on; more than 50 vendors,
including crafters; painted Halloween pumpkins for sale; an appearance by KITT from the “Knight Rider” TV show; live music by the band Forgiven; and an appearance by professional ice hockey player Chris Therien.
For children, there will be a bounce house, a petting zoo and face painting.
“Optimus Prime, who is about 9 feet tall, will be walking around,” Pappas added.
The Classic Auto Mall is located at 6180 Morgantown Road, Morgantown. The rain date for the car show is Saturday, Oct. 12. For more information, visit www.kaciescause.org/ cars-for-kacie.
Capital Blue Cross awards grants
Capital Blue Cross is supporting several 2024 educational programs by distributing nearly $1 million in 80 Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) and Live Healthy school grants across central Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley so far this year. EITC grants use
Honey Brook veteran receives Blanket of Honor
BY FRANCINE FULTON
George Risbon of Honey Brook, who served with the United States Air Force, was presented with a Blanket of Honor during a ceremony held on Harmony Day, Sept. 21, at The Long Way Home Grill & Pub in Honey Brook.
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The presentation, which was a complete surprise to Risbon, was led by Manny Acuna, CEO of Blankets of Honor, which is a nonprofit organization that was formed to honor veterans, first responders and others by presenting them with a blanket as a lasting gift to recognize them for their service or accomplishments.
“We travel around the United States, and we honor veterans, supporters, Gold Stars (families of those killed while serving in the Armed Forces) and fire and police (personnel),” said Acuna. “When we started this, we wanted to say
thank you to the veterans first and foremost for their sacrifices and what they have done for this country.”
Acuna, a Marine veteran, offered an opening prayer and then provided a brief biography of Risbon, whom he referred to as a “hometown hero.”
Risbon was an airman second class stationed at Fort Worth, Texas, as well as Anchorage, Alaska. He also served in Vietnam from February of 1961 to January 1965.
“His mission was to get the fighters in the air, and he achieved that mission,” said Acuna, adding that Risbon was once elected to take Miss Alaska to the governor’s ball.
Acuna noted that Risbon is active with the Honey Brook Lions Club and is past president, board member and president of rental management. He is currently the club’s membership chair.
In June, Risbon was honored with a Lions Club Life Membership “in recognition of his dedication and exceptional service over the years.” In September, he was named a Progressive Melvin Jones Fellow for “demonstrating commitment to humanitarian service.”
“As we serve outside ... the military, we have this yearning to come home and still serve,” Acuna said of Risbon’s commitment to the Lions Club.
Risbon is also a member of the Honey Brook Township Veterans Honor Roll.
Following Acuna’s remarks, Risbon was then wrapped in the blanket by his daughters. The queen-size fleece blanket features the stars and stripes and is inscribed with the words, “Thank you.” He was also presented with a challenge coin, a framed certificate and a packet of information about Blankets of Honor.
“As we wrap the blanket around you, let it be known that you are never alone. We will be here to honor you and love you and comfort you,” said Acuna. “We are brothers and sisters in arms, and for your service, you will
not be forgotten. Just as the threads of the blanket are woven together, we as a community and family are woven together also. We have a bond that no one can break.”
Risbon accepted the gifts and expressed his gratitude. “I want to thank everyone for coming out. That was a quite a sur -
prise,” he said. For more information about Blankets of Honor, visit www.facebook.com/ BlanketsofHonor or www .blanketsofhonor.org. To view the ceremony in Honey Brook, visit www.youtube.com and search for “George Risbon - 122nd Presentation 2024.”
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George Risbon (seated), surrounded by friends and family members, received the blanket from Manny Acuna (back, far left).
Community Calendar
Oct. 2. Book Club
Village Library
207 N. Walnut St., Morgantown, 7:30 p.m., The topic will be “A Single Shard” by Linda Sue Park. No registration is required. Contact the library at 610-286-1022 or smolibrary@gmail.com for more details.
Oct. 3. Free Community Dinner
Honey Brook Presbyterian Church
4331 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook, 4:30 to 6 p.m. The menu varies each month, but typically includes an entree, salad, side dishes, dessert and beverages. The meal is provided by the Shepherd’s Kitchen meal ministry.
Oct. 4. TCYM (Totally Committed Youth Ministry)
Moving Communities to Christ (MCC) Church
144 S. Walnut St., Birdsboro, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Open to youths in grades seven to 12, the gathering will feature food, lessons and games. www.wearethatchurch.org
Oct. 4. Spaghetti Supper Fundraiser
Tel Hai Camp & Retreat
31 Lasso Drive, Honey Brook, 4 to 7 p.m. Featured will be spaghetti and meatballs, a salad bar, garlic bread and assorted desserts. To reserve a meal, call 610-273-3969 or email info@telhaicamp.org.
Oct. 5. Tail Waggin’ Tutors
Village Library, 1 to 2 p.m. Children may read to Babes, a therapy dog. Ten-minute time slots will be available. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 610-286-1022. www.facebook.com/VillageLibraryofMorgantown
Oct. 8. Neighbors
Conestoga Mennonite Church
2779 Main St., Morgantown, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
“Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice” will be presented by guest speaker Rose Munge. All local women are invited to attend the Christian fellowship group.
Oct. 8. Family Nights
Birdsboro MCC Church, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Each session begins with dinner from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. (by donation). All attendees enjoy dinner together, after which separate activities, such as Bible study, games and snacks, are offered for children in different age groups. Programs for adults and a teen lounge are also offered. www.wearethatchurch.org
Oct. 9. Mom Co.
Birdsboro MCC Church, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Formerly known as MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers), Mom Co. is a community of mothers who share ideas and support one another in raising children. All local mothers are invited to attend.
Nov. 30. Central and Franklin Schools Reunion
West Nantmeal Township Building
455 N. Manor Road, Elverson, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring memorabilia and to share memories. Former students are invited to spread the word to other former students. Central School opened in 1859 and closed in 1966; Franklin School opened in 1887 and closed in 1966.
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Local garden clubs to sponsor flower show
Eight local garden clubs, including the Elverson Garden Club, will present a National Garden Club Standard Flower Show titled “Inspiration - Longwood” under the auspices of the Visitor Education Department of Longwood Gardens Inc., 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. The flower show will be open to the public with admission to Longwood Gardens on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 1 to 9 p.m. and on Sunday, Oct. 6, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
In addition to the Elverson Garden Club, clubs sponsoring the show are Four Seasons Garden Club, Garden Club of Springfield, Radley Run Garden Club, Spade and Trowel Club, The Country Gardeners, Uwchlan Garden Club and Villanova Garden Club.
Entries for the show are classified as Horticulture, Design, Education and Botanical Arts. All entries to the show will be judged following the rules in the
National Garden Clubs Inc. Handbook for Flower Shows. Some of the exhibitors scheduled to be present won blue ribbons at the Pennsylvania Horticulture Society Flower Show held in Philadelphia earlier this year.
The sponsoring garden clubs are members of National Garden Clubs Inc., the Central Region of State Garden Clubs Inc. and the Garden Federation of Pennsylvania District 1.
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.
BRICK LANE COMMUNITY CHURCH:52 S. Brick Lane in Elverson, welcomes visitors to worship with us Sunday mornings at 10:30 am. Wheelchair accessible. Childcare through age 2 and children’s worship during the sermon for PreK-Grade 3 available. Learn more at www.brick52.org or call the church office 610-286-6790. For those unable to attend in-person, see our livestream on www.youtube.com/bricklanecommunitychurch
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.
FAIRVIEW EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH- 800 Fairview Road, Glenmoore, PA (intersection of Fairview & Little Conestoga Rds.) Rev. Tim Latham. Sunday School for all ages at 9:15am; Worship Service at 10:30am Nursery provided. Christian Education, Men’s & Women’s Bible Studies, Music Ministry, Women’s Ministry, Small groups... and much more! As growing disciples, we continue to Worship, Connect, Know and Serve God. For more info, find us online at www.FairviewEPC.org or call the office at 610-942-2640
LIVING GOD LUTHERAN CHURCH: 3200 Horseshoe Pike, 3 miles east of Honey Brook. Handicap accessible. Please join us for worship each Sunday at 9:30 am and Children’s Sunday School at 9:30 am. Nursery care is provided. If you are unable to attend in-person, join us via livestream on YouTube.
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
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
Please Note: Updates can be made to your church’s listing for 1st issue date of each month only. (Changes must be submitted by the previous Wednesday.) For More Information On Church Listings And Rates, Call Justin at 717-492-2533
Flowers were displayed at Longwood Gardens in 2022.
Student-athlete earns recognition
Alyssa Blood of Birdsboro earned a place on the 2024 East Coast Conference commissioner’s honor roll. Blood is one of seven members of the women’s bowling team at Kutztown University to receive this honor.
Commissioner’s honor roll status is awarded to student-athletes who receive a 3.25 or greater cumulative grade point average. The annual recognition, in addition to the East Coast Conference’s Scholar-Athlete awards, helps to fulfill the conference’s mission of promoting the total person and his or her ability to excel not
only in the athletic arena, but also in the classroom.
Kutztown finished last season with a 58-33 record. The 58 wins are the most for the program since the 2018-19 year, and the Golden Bears enjoyed their sixth consecutive winning season.
County awarded funding to combat homelessness
Chester County Government’s focus on ending homelessness recently received an $800,000 boost with a grant awarded by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA). PHFA’s Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) funds will expand the county’s current effort to support those who are experiencing homelessness, with the goal of helping them to become safely and permanently housed.
The activities that will be funded under the PHARE grant include support for Chester County’s 211 Call Center, expansion of the county’s Street Outreach Team, emergency housing coordination, and a strategic plan effort for Chester County’s Partnership to End Homelessness initiative.
Since the PHARE funding began in 2018, Chester County’s Department of Community Development has received a total of $3.1 million to enhance and expand efforts to prevent and end homelessness.
In addition to Chester
County’s Department of Community Development, 14 other county organizations received PHARE grants totaling more than $3 million. Many of these organizations are part of the Chester County Partnership to End Homelessness network.
Funding for the PHARE awards comes from two main sources. Since 2012, the program has received a portion of the impact fees collected from natural gas companies operating in Pennsylvania with a goal of addressing the housing shortage caused by the impact of drilling. That money is supplemented with funding provided by a portion of the realty transfer tax.
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and enrich educational opportunities through donations to innovative programs. Live Healthy grants support innovative school programs that strive to increase physical activity, enhance nutrition and encourage healthier life habits.
Capital’s generosity has helped fund schools, summer camps and innovative learning initiatives benefiting thousands of children.
Among the local programs Capital’s support is making possible this year is the Salvation Army Harrisburg Summer
Youth Enrichment, which received an EITC grant. During the program, more than 100 children enjoyed an activity-packed, affordable 2024 summer camp complete with literacy lessons, sessions on character and emotional development, nutrition and cooking classes, career exploration and more.
A Live Healthy grant was awarded to the Tiger Tranquility Den in the Fleetwood Area School District, Berks County. The tranquility den creates a serene school space for students to relax and
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recharge so they can improve mental focus, reduce stress and enhance their mental well-being.
Another EITC grant was awarded to the Mobile Agriculture Education Science Lab - Dauphin County. With many student generations removed from farm life, the mobile lab uses innovative methods to bridge the agricultural knowledge gap, including interactive experiments to help students across Pennsylvania connect with agriculture and explore its career opportunities.
An EITC grant was
awarded to Junior Achievement BizTown - York County. In this program, fifth- and sixth-graders were able to experience business aspects of administrating a town via a simulated workday that included interactive roles such as running a bank, managing a restaurant, voting for mayor and more. For more information about the grant programs and other ways Capital supports the communities it serves, visit www .capbluecross.com, select “About” and then choose “Pay It Forward.”
ARL appoints chief development officer
The Animal Rescue League of Berks County (ARL) recently announced the appointment of Stacey Cole as chief development officer. Cole will spearhead the fundraising initiatives to support the lifesaving work at the shelter.
Cole comes to the ARL from the Reading Hospital Foundation, where she served as the director of stewardship and special projects. She focused on donor cultivation, community partnerships, and special campaigns, such as reenergizing the annual No Shave November fundraiser.
The winners, along with other selections, will be published in a commemorative special section appearing in the Conestoga and Garden Spot Pennysavers, as well as the Morgantown/Honey Brook and Octorara Community Couriers in early December. All entries will be featured on our website at townlively.com.
Entries are due by Monday, October 28th. Entries can be e-mailed to: info@engleonline.com, with Christmas Expressions in the subject line OR Mailed to:
Prior to Reading Hospital Foundation, Cole was the director of annual giving at Alvernia University, where she created the university’s annual giving day campaign, “All In for Alvernia”; oversaw the direct mail program; refreshed the class giving program; and managed the annual athletics giving competition.
She also served as the associate director of the
Hill Fund and the 1851 Society at the Hill School, associate director of the senior class and Young Alumni at Lehigh University, and area coordinator at Arcadia University.
Cole received her certification in project management from Alvernia University, her master’s degree in education from Alvernia University, and her Bachelor of Science in sociology and criminal justice from York College of Pennsylvania.
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Apple Festival
options including juice or coffee.
Food items available throughout the festival will include apple dumplings, apple pies, apple crisp, apple bread, homemade caramel apples with various toppings, apple fritters and hot mulled cider. The 19th-century Joanna Furnace apple cider press will be operating throughout each day with continuous demonstrations. Attendees can enjoy a cup of cider or buy a half-gallon to take home.
Mabel’s Kettle-Cooked Soups will be cooked over actual open fires. Varieties will include chicken corn noodle, beef vegetable and ham and bean with rivels (dumplings). “(Recipes for) Mabel’s Kettle-Cooked Soups can be traced back to the meals served to 19th-century furnace workers’ families,” noted Zerr, adding that the soups will be available by the quart.
In addition to the apple dishes and soups, the menu will include pulled pork sandwiches, baked peppers filled with hamburger and rice, corn pie, macaroni and cheese, hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries, sausage sandwiches and chicken pot pie, which will also be available by the quart. Beverages, including soda, water, coffee, wine and craft beer, will also be available.
“Many visitors make a point of purchasing our soups, potpie and apple baked desserts to take home and freeze for entertaining and holiday meals,” Zerr noted.
An apple dessert contest will take place on Oct. 12. Contest categories include cakes and breads, cookies,
pies and miscellaneous desserts. Items, along with a full recipe, should be brought to the Festival Food Court area between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. Judging will take place at 10 a.m. Winners in each category will receive a monetary prize plus two complimentary passes to the upcoming Christmas at Joanna event. A special youth category will also be available for bakers under the age of 18. For complete contest rules, visit www .haycreek.org/hay-creek -applefestival or contact Ruth at 484-437-2801.
The annual Hay Creek flea market will be open both days featuring more than 100 vendors offering household goods, antique and vintage items, tools, clothing, children’s toys, home décor and craft items. The market will open early each day at 7 a.m. Interested craft and flea market vendors should contact Kathleen at 610-914-8152 to reserve a booth. Sameday reservations will also be accepted. Setup for the market will be on Friday, Oct. 11, from noon to 5 p.m., or Oct. 12 starting at 6 a.m.
The Historic Joanna Furnace buildings will be open with costumed interpreters telling the full historical story of 19th-century iron making. Visitors will also be able to watch a 22-minute Joanna Furnace history video in the charcoal barn. In the blowing engine house, a new exhibit will focus on the Joanna Furnace hot-blast system, which was installed in 1888, where a blast of air was sent into the furnace to help power it.
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of AHP in January. Since then, the building has been undergoing major renovations with new flooring and the addition of extra space.
through format at the pantry, 72 Robinson St., Pottstown, located off Route 100 near Motel 6.
ing, pumpkin painting, hayrides and face painting. Children can also ride the Apple Barrel Express. All family activities will start at 9 a.m.
Visitors can create their own scarecrow on-site, or they can purchase a scarecrow kit to build one at home. “Volunteers have been busy this year sewing and patching shirts and pants for our scarecrow-making booth,” Zerr reported.
Historic Joanna Furnace is located off Route 10, 3 miles north of Morgantown. Admission to the Hay Creek Apple Festival is free. Parking will be offered on-site for donation.
All proceeds will support HCVHA’s educational and restoration projects. For more information, visit www.haycreek.org or www .facebook.com/historic joannafurnace. Those with questions may call 610286-0388 or email info@ haycreek.org.
“We turned the bird room into a reptile room and are showcasing surrendered reptiles up for adoption. We partnered with Noah’s Animal Rescue Sanctuary, and they will have reptiles up for adoption at the store,” explained MaryBeth Yannessa, AHP board president. “The fish tanks have been removed, and we are using that (area) as storage. A separate room was built that will showcase a cat cafe.”
AHP was founded in 2007 to address the growing issue of local animals being surrendered due to families facing financial hardships in caring for their pets. Recognizing a need, AHP established the Chester County Pet Food Pantry in 2010. The pantry provides donated pet food and services to families in financial need, enabling them to keep their pets at home and out of shelters.
Pantry clients are provided with canned food for dogs and cats, as well as food for birds, fish, reptiles and other small animals. When available, pantry clients are given treats, toys, cat litter, bedding, grooming supplies and flea and tick treatment for their animals.
Pet food distributions take place in a drive-
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By acquiring Diane’s, AHP also offers pet vaccination clinics, low-cost spay and neuter services and access to pet food manufacturers. “The low-cost vaccine clinic at Diane’s is held on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the pantry is also (open) on the first Saturday of the month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.,” Yannessa noted.
The adoption center at Diane’s is a temporary home for many rescued dogs, puppies, cats, kittens, rabbits, birds, reptiles and other small animals. The animals come from local homes, shelters and rescues, as well as several out-of-state rescues. Many of the pets in the adoption center were unwanted or were rescued from kill shelters, abusive situations or hazardous environments.
Currently available for adoption are Sammy, a
15-month-old neutered male German shepherd, which passed at the top of his class at a board and train facility; Marius, a 2-year-old Great Pyrenees/ Anatolian shepherd mix; and Marcella, a 2-year-old spayed female yellow Labrador, described as very gentle and great with adults and kids. All three dogs are up to date with vaccines. Those interested in adopting are asked to complete an application that can be found at www.ddpets.com. Diane’s Pet Supplies & Adoption Center is located at 1486 S. Hanover St. (Route 100), Pottstown. For more information, visit the previously mentioned website or www.facebook.com/Dianes Pets or call 610-970-7500. More information about AHP and the pet food pantry is available at www .animalhouseproject.org and www.facebook.com/Animal HouseProject1. Those with questions may call 484-5580467 or email info@animal houseproject.org.
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Well Built One Story Home with Attached 2 Car Garage on a 1 Acre +/- Lot with Fenced Yard Antiques, Furniture, Glassware, Tools, Many New QVC Items, Household Goods 381 Hill Road, Honey Brook, PA 19344 West
room table & 5 chairs, flat screen TVs, oak dresser with mirror, chest of drawers, book shelves, floor mirrors, hall table, Baldwin piano & bench, hutch, quilt rack, outdoor furniture, bar stools, shelves-NIB, pots, pans, kitchenware, fiesta ware, Waterford crystal, stemware, bird bath, computers, electronics, electric fireplace, Christmas trees-NIB, QVC itemsNIB, & more
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At the upcoming Hay Creek Apple Festival, children will be able to make a scarecrow (left photo) or decorate a pumpkin (right photo).
Food safety courses planned
Penn State Extension will hold the ServSafe Food Safety Manager course and the TAP Online Food Safety Manager Certification. For more information and to register for either course, visit http://extension.psu .edu/food-safety-2024 or call 877-345-0691.
The ServSafe Food Safety Manager course will take place at the Penn State Extension Chester County office, 601 Westtown Road, No. 370, West Chester. The course will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 14, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 21. The exam will begin at 11 a.m. on Oct. 21.
These in-person trainings will help participants learn how to prevent contamination of food by properly receiving, storing, preparing, cooking, cooling, and serving the food, as well as proper methods of sanitizing food service facilities. The course will be taught by certified ServSafe instructors.
Participants who complete the course and pass the multiple-choice exam with a score of 70% or higher will receive a ServSafe Food Protection Manager certificate. This certificate is good for five years.
The course fee covers
the cost of the most recent edition of the “ServSafe Manager” book, exam, answer sheet, and learning materials. Registration is required by Monday, Oct. 7.
The TAP Online Food Safety Manager Certification course helps food service managers, chefs, caterers, cooks, health officials, and inspectors prepare to take a food protection manager exam, such as ServSafe, that meets regulatory guidelines for a certified food protection manager. The online portion can be taken anytime, but the exam must be completed in person.
Participants who complete the online course and pass the multiple-choice, proctored exam with a score of 70% or higher will receive a Food Protection Manager Certificate, which meets the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture requirement for food safety certification. This certification is valid for five years. For more details on who needs this certification, contact the regional Department of Agriculture office.
The online course is selfpaced, it can be started anytime throughout the year, and it must be completed within 180 days of enrollment. There is a fee.
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