At Overlook Activities Center, hockey’s on a roll
BY JEFF FALK
On the one hand, it’s about playing a beloved sport and revisiting the days of youth. On the other, the pickup roller hockey program promotes staying young and remaining healthy.
Sponsored by the Manheim Township Recreation and Park Planning Department (MTRPP), pickup roller hockey is one of the few organized programs out there designed to address the physical and mental health of adults, especially men.
“It’s about the friendships you grow through hockey.”
“They’re guys who just really love hockey and love the game,” said Jeff Green, an MTRPP program manager who’s overseen the pickup roller hockey program for the last eight years. “Ice skating is much different than roller or inline skating. It’s an avenue. These guys are friends, and they’ve gained friendships through pickup roller hockey. They’re just average guys. They come when they’re able to, and it’s open to everyone.”
By nature, pickup roller hockey is very informal and laidback. Individuals 18 years old and older simply show up at Overlook Activities Center’s Roller Skating Rink, 301 Golf Drive, Lancaster, on Sundays between 7 and 10 a.m.
Following a warm-up period, Green divides the group of individuals into teams of six to eight members. The teams play against
one another in an alternating fashion, for a designated period of time - for as long as 12 minutes - usually without keeping score.
Pickup roller hockey is played at Overlook Activities Center from early December to the middle of March when many of the more formal local outdoor roller hockey leagues are on sabbatical for the winter. There is a fee involved with playing pickup roller hockey at Overlook.
“It’s pickup hockey at an indoor facility,” said Green. “It’s a very old-school type of just show up. People get a good workout and a good skate in. I enjoy playing here because you are playing for fun. It’s very good exercise.”
ice hockey in that each side consists of four skaters and a goalie, a ball is used in the place of a puck and the playing surface is wood instead of ice. Players at Overlook are required to wear gloves, helmets and shin pads for safety.
“I wouldn’t consider it competitive,” said Green. “It’s recreational. Everybody’s paying the same, and we’re all there to have fun. We have some guys who are really good. A lot of the guys are regulars, but we make everyone feel welcome.”
On any given Sunday, between 20 and 22 individuals show up to play roller hockey. The players hail from Manheim Township,
BY JEFF FALK
They’re two wheels, a set of handlebars, some energy and a little bit of balance. They’re exercise machines, avenues for recreation and alternative forms of transportation - a means to
get from point A to point B.
An initiative of the city of Lancaster, the Bike It Lancaster bike share program is redefining the bicycle, its usage and its role in the community.
“The overall purpose of the program is to encourage active
BY ANN MEAD ASH
The influence that the late Stan Deen had on New Holland - as a teacher, a director, and a member of the community - is well known. Stan, who passed away in July of 2016, founded Garden Spot Performing Arts (GSPA), the Garden Spot High School (GSHS) auditorium is named for him, and, according to Mike Ressler, chair of the New Holland Area Historical Society (NHAHS) board of trustees, “Everybody (who knew him) has a Stan Deen story.”
However, it was a chance
meeting between NHAHS founder Steve Loewen and Nate Deen, who was taken in by Stan as a GSHS student and on whose life with Stan the soon-to-bereleased film “Brave the Dark” is based, that has resulted in an exhibit called “The Remarkable Mr. Deen.” The display will take up the main room of the NHAHS Museum, 207 E. Main St., New Holland. No end date has been set for the exhibit. Nate and Loewen were both at a movie at Penn Cinema in early 2024. Their short conversation in the lobby led to lunch and to Nate visiting a car show Loewen
Roller hockey enthusiasts compete in a recent pickup game at Overlook Activities Center.
City of Lancaster special events manager Yazmin Way returns a bicycle to a Bike It Lancaster station.
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Church plans concert, retreat, and more
Church of the Apostles United Church of Christ, 1850 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, has posted upcoming events.
A Mocktails and Meaning program will take place on Thursday, Jan. 16, at 6:30 p.m. This month, the church will welcome Lissa Holland and Jon Heinly from the Lancaster Public Library for a discussion titled “Lancaster Public Library: Don’t Close the Book on Us.” Attendees will learn how the library is evolving to meet
the needs of today’s society and why the organization believes its work is vital. Attendees may enjoy the featured mocktail, an orange cranberry spritzer. To register, visit https://apostlesucc .org/ and scroll down to “Upcoming Events” on the homepage or use the Realm app.
Rizzetta’s Tones will perform in concert on Sunday, Jan. 19, at 3 p.m. This Celtic Americana band features a diverse range of instruments and vocals, offering
a blend of traditional and original music from Ireland, Scotland, and the U.S. This concert is provided by the Apostles Academy of Arts & Science, with a freewill offering received in lieu of tickets.
The Rev. Kathryn Kuhn will lead a Winter Reflections Retreat on Saturday, Feb. 8, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Youth Center, 1899 Apostles Way, Lancaster. The retreat will provide an opportunity for attendees to explore how they see God at
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work in the world, reflect on their trust in Him, and consider what strengthens that trust. Light refreshments and coffee will be provided. To register, visit the aforementioned website and look in the “Upcoming Events” section of the homepage, email office@apostlesucc .org, or use Realm. A game night will be held in the church’s main lobby on the second Saturday of each month at 5 p.m. The next event will take place on Feb. 8.
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The Lancaster County Bird Club (LCBC) will offer two field trips in January. The activities are free and open to the public, but participants must register with the group leader prior to the day of the trip.
A field trip at Riverfront Park near Marietta will take place from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Jan. 18. Participants will look
for mergansers and other winter waterfowl along the river as well as ruby and golden-crowned kinglets, the brown creeper, and the yellow-bellied sapsucker in nearby trees. To register, contact Emily Broich at 717-333-9146 or emily broich@gmail.com.
On Saturday, Jan. 25, the venue will be Safe Harbor Dam and Observation
Road, and the program will be held from 9 a.m. to noon. This trip is geared for beginning birders, but everyone is invited. This walk is meant to introduce new birders to the hobby, including bird identification and binocular and mobile app use. Binoculars will be available to borrow. Attendees will look for birds such as waterfowl,
bald eagles, other raptors, and winter migrants. To register, contact Sarah Gotwols at 717-9403804 or sarahann71880 @gmail.com.
For more information about the LCBC, visit www.lancasterbirdclub .org, www.facebook .com/lancasterbirdclub, or www.instagram.com/ lancasterbirdclub.
Roller hockey
other communities across the county.
“Some guys play two or three times a week,” said Green. “A lot of guys love hockey, and this is their go-to place for the sport they love. The facility is a nice big rink. It is a great program as far as men coming together.”
“I’ve been skating my whole life at that roller rink,” Green continued. “It’s about the friendships you grow through hockey. I love the game, but I don’t
place ice (hockey). I go to NHL games all the time.”
Very much in line with MTRPP’s stated mission of providing recreational activities for its residents, the origin of the pickup roller hockey program at Overlook predates this century.
“For me, it’s almost like mental and physical relaxation,” said Green. “I love my family and my job, but this is my one time through-
out the week to have that avenue and let things go. It’s a stress reliever to focus on the game you love to play. Everybody has that one thing they use to relax; for me it’s hockey.”
For additional information about Manheim Township Recreation and Park Planning Department, go to www.man heimtownship.org/1617/ Recreation-Park-Planning.
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Event to mark 500th anniversary of Anabaptism
An event celebrating the 500th anniversary of the Anabaptist movement will take place from Monday to Wednesday, Jan. 20 to 22, at Petra Church, 565 Airport Road, New Holland. Worship and prayer will take place daily at 10 a.m., and sessions will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. The sessions were created with input from various Anabaptist groups.
The Anabaptist movement was sparked on Jan. 21, 1525, during the Reformation by the rebaptism of three young leaders. Anabaptists include the Amish, Mennonites, the Brethren in Christ, and Hutterites.
The event will celebrate the anniversary through
six primary areas of focus: remembrance, reverence, reflection, repentance, rebaptism, and re-mission. This 500-year mark of the believer’s baptism will also offer an opportunity to look to the future.
For more details, call Lloyd Hoover at 717-381-6641 or Dave Smucker at 717-7402989. People may also speak with Elmer Fisher, Ken Reinford, Josh Smucker, or Reuben Stoltzfus. Registration is recommended; to register, visit www.allianceus.org/ the-invitation.
The story of Stan
organized in mid-Julybringing along the 1973 Camaro Z28 that was used in “Brave the Dark.” More meetings and a tour of the NHAHS museum followed.
“I said (the museum has) got to do something in conjunction with the movie,” said Loewen.
Nate agreed, noting that Stan had done much for New Holland, but that others deserved credit as well. “To honor Stan is awesome,” he said. “But there are many in this community (who get involved). That’s what I love about this community.”
Stan was born in Lancaster, and he graduated from Penn Manor High School and later Millersville State College. Stan had developed a love for theater at an early age, and he moved to California, where he was an actor with the Pasadena Playhouse. Eventually, Stan returned to Lancaster, and he taught at Solanco High School for a few years before moving to GSHS. “When Stan arrived at GSHS in 1967, immediately, he organized a play,” recalled Ressler. Working together with teacher Frank Palumbo, Stan founded GSPA. In pulling together artifacts for the exhibit, Nate found multiple comments from ELANCO School District superintendents calling GSPA’s most recent production “the best one yet.”
“Stan wanted everyone to be involved,” recalled Nate, who is now a director as well as a producer but admitted he had no interest in theater prior to meeting Stan. “If (Stan)
heard (an athlete) was hurt and couldn’t play, he would invite him to be in the show.”
Ressler played in the orchestra for GSPA shows both as a student and as a professional musician following graduation.
“(Stan) would get some professionals into the mix and the kids would learn from them,” recalled Nate. Loewen was involved in GSPA both before and after the 1976 car accident that left him paralyzed from the chest down. Loewen recalled working with the stage crew when Stan asked him to take over a part for a student who had dropped out. When Loewen said he preferred to stay backstage, Stan visited Loewen’s parents to enlist them in persuading him to take the part. Later, during a production of “Winnie the Pooh,” a wooden and paper tree was crafted around Loewen’s wheelchair so that he could greet children and others in the lobby prior to the play.
NHAHS vice chair Wilbur Horning remembered Stan’s legacy of pairing students in romantic roles who then went on to marry. “Many marriages were created by Stan,” said Horning, who noted a former New Holland pastor and his wife were cast as the leads in “Brigadoon” and that siblings Hillary and Josh Martin, who took over GSPA several years ago, are the children of a couple that was brought together by Stan.
“The Remarkable Mr. Deen” will include items pertinent to Stan’s life
Webinar to focus on invasive plants and insects
Penn State Extension will hold a live webinar, “Invasive Plants Drive Insect Invasion,” on Wednesday, Jan. 22, from 8 to 9:15 a.m. Andrew Liebhold will delve into the complex relationship between invasive plants and insects and discuss the critical role of reducing plant invasions to preserve forest health. Attendees will gain insights into how managing plant invasions can help protect forests and the diverse life they support. There is a fee. Continuing education credits are available. Registration is required by visiting https://extension.psu .edu/ and searching for “Invasive Plants Drive Insect Invasion.”
with special attention to his influence in New Holland. The camera used by Stan’s father in his work for Hamilton Watch will be on display, as will a Christmas tree signifying Stan’s mother’s love of the holiday. An area is devoted to Stan’s GSHS desk, and photos of Stan are placed throughout. Pointing out the differences between his and Stan’s backgrounds - Nate has referred to Stan and himself as Barbra Streisand vs. Metallica - Nate noted the large number of photos of Stan as a child. “I have thousands of pictures of Stan,” said Nate. “Stan was born in 1937, and I have pictures from his first birthday in 1938. I didn’t have a first picture
until I was 6.”
One area of the exhibit will be devoted to “Brave the Dark” with an actual movie poster and props from the film. “Stan’s jacket will go here,” said Nate, who added that “Brave the Dark,” star Jared Harris wore Stan’s actual jacket in the movie. “(Harris) was so honored to wear that,” shared Nate. The NHAHS Museum is open each Thursday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There is no admission fee. Nate is hoping to provide some group tours when he is available. To arrange for a group tour, readers may call 717-354-2049 and leave a voicemail. Tours will be free, but donations are appreciated.
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Steve Loewen (left) and Nate Deen have partnered to bring an exhibit about Stan Deen to the New Holland Area Historical Society Museum.
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Volunteering can be good for your health
Volunteering has a positive influence on communities and people in need, but it can also be beneficial for the volunteers themselves. Volunteering may lead to better physical and mental health, among other benefits.
According to an article published by the American Heart Association (AHA) and Jeffrey Burr, a professor of gerontology at the University of Massachusetts Boston, volunteering can help to combat depression and anxiety and increase self-esteem, happiness, and a sense of meaning in life. Burr and the AHA note that the health benefits of volunteering occur among people of all ages, and a deep look at how volunteer efforts are good for personal health shows just how profound giving back can be.
The Mayo Clinic reports that volunteering reduces stress and increases positive, relaxed feelings by
releasing dopamine. When volunteers spend time in service to others, they report feeling a sense of meaning and appreciation, both of which can have stress-reducing effects.
AmeriCorps reports that volunteering can provide a sense of purpose in older adults, which can help replace feelings of inadequacy due to loss of major role identities, such as wage earner or parent. This sense of purpose can improve life satisfaction and happiness.
According to researchers at Carnegie Mellon University, older adults who volunteered for at least 200 hours annually decreased their risk of high blood pressure by 40%. Lowering blood pressure may also lower the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Volunteers working together link people to others and their communities. This connection can help people overcome
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feelings of isolation, which may come from being new to a community or being a senior and having a smaller social circle.
Those who volunteer regularly may be happier and more empathetic toward others. Volunteering also instills a sense of pride that can make people happier.
Individuals who volunteer can improve their cognitive health as well. That is because volunteering engages people in new skills, requires them to solve problems, and keeps them mentally stimulated through various activities.
Some volunteer activities will involve physical tasks that can contribute to improved physical health because they constitute moderate exercise.
Volunteering offers a number of benefits that can improve both physical and mental health for those donating their time to help others.
Short-term fitness goals for long-term success
At the start of each new year, millions of people sets goals they hope to attain in the coming months. In a Forbes Health/OnePoll survey of 1,000 adults in the months leading up to the start of 2024, nearly half of respondents indicated that improving their physical fitness would be a top priority over the course of the new year.
Fitness-based resolutions are popular every year, but it can be difficult to achieve them. In fact, the Forbes Health/OnePoll survey found that roughly 44% of respondents said their resolutions flamed out at the two- or threemonth marker. Although there is no one-size-fits-all strategy for sticking with and ultimately achieving a resolution, breaking down the resolution into shortterm goals can help people stay motivated and achieve long-term progress.
For example, people seeking to lose weight may aspire to do so incrementally. Weight loss goals were
the fourth most popular New Year’s resolution for 2024 among participants in the Forbes Health/OnePoll survey. Although that survey separated fitness goals from weight loss goals, the two are certainly linked. Individuals who aspire to lose 10 pounds undoubtedly recognize that such a goal cannot be achieved overnight, so they may aspire to lose small amounts of weight at predetermined intervals. For example, if the end goal is losing 10 pounds, they may aim to lose two pounds by the end of January. Incremental progress can motivate individuals to stay the course and ultimately propel them toward achieving a more substantial, long-term goal.
Exercising for a predetermined number of days each week can also be a stepping stone to greater achievements. Individuals accustomed to a sedentary lifestyle can resolve to exercise three days per week in the first month of their res-
olution and then increase that by a day in the second month. A consistent schedule when designing this goal is imperative, which is why it can make more sense to plan for three days per week as opposed to 12 days per month.
Goal setters may consider getting fit by walking a mile each day to start. Walking is a cardiovascular activity that can have a profound effect on overall health, and it can help condition sedentary individuals’ bodies for more strenuous activity. A daily 1-mile walk will not require a significant commitment of time, but as the effects of a daily walk begin to take hold, individuals may find it easier to engage in more strenuous physical activities.
Short-term goals can help people remain motivated as they pursue more substantial goals that take longer to achieve. Such an approach can be especially useful for individuals resolving to improve their physical fitness in the new year.
Ways to make a diet more nutritious
Nutritious foods are a cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle. The World Health Organization says a healthy diet can help to protect a person against many chronic noncommunicable diseases, such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Nutritious foods also help a person get to or maintain a healthy weight, promote stronger bones and teeth, and positively affect longterm mental health.
People often wonder how they can improve their daily diets. Here are some ways to make meals more nutritious.
People are advised to eat an array of fruits and vegetables. Healthline notes that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables has been proven to offer many health benefits. Incorporating a variety of these foods into the
meals eaten each day will provide fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Vegetables also are low in calories and fat, which aligns with diets designed for weight management. Health experts suggest that people eat greens and other vegetables first so they fill up and are therefore likely to eat fewer less-nutritious foods during each meal.
Consuming sufficient healthy sources of protein is important, as protein helps one to manage hunger, sustain energy, and maintain muscle. Lean sources of protein are best, and these can include skinless poultry, unprocessed lean meats, seafood and fish, legumes, and nuts. Eggs also are excellent sources of protein. Fish tends to be low in calories for the amount of protein
it provides. People are advised to incorporate oily fish like salmon into their culinary repertoire since it is a source of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. When selecting breads, cereals, rice, and other carbohydrates, select higher-fiber or whole-grain varieties. Whole grains contain more fiber than white or refined starches and will help one to feel fuller longer.
Cut down on saturated fats and sugars. Be mindful of food labels when selecting ingredients for meals. Opt for foods that are low in saturated fats, which tend to contribute to an increase in the amount of cholesterol in the blood. Also, regularly consuming foods and beverages high in sugar increases a
transportation, giving people another way to get around the city,” said Amber Strazzo Righter, communications manager for the city of Lancaster’s office of the mayor. “It’s also a way to decrease the number of traffic accidents. People are trying to get more active and reduce their impact on the environment.”
The Bike It Lancaster bike share program has made its way into Manheim Township. On Nov. 1 of last year, the city’s 8-year-old bicycle program added 25 electric bikes (e-bikes) to its fleet and established three new pickup/drop-off spots in Manheim Township, as well as one in East Lampeter Township.
“Expanding Bike It Lancaster into neighboring communities and introducing e-bikes aligns with our mission to offer active transportation options and improve mobility for all,” said Lancaster city Mayor Danene Sorace. “We’re excited to see this program grow and connect even more people to places in
and around Lancaster.”
The Bike It Lancaster program can be utilized in Manheim Township at stations located at Stehli Silk Mill, 619 Martha Ave., Lancaster; Stauffer Park, 1231 Lititz Pike, Lancaster; and Foundry Apartments, 5000 Foundry Drive, Lancaster, near the intersection of Fruitville Pike, Manheim Pike and Prince Street. The program offers membership opportunities, and there are nominal costs involved with using both electric bikes and pedal bikes.
The bikes can only be rented with a credit card through the Movatic app. Bikes can be picked up and returned to any station in the Bike It Lancaster network.
“We love (Bike It Lancaster),” said Righter. “I love seeing people using their bikes. It’s kind of cool to be in the know about the program. I definitely see a lot of usage in the downtown area.”
The addition of the 25 electric bikes brought the
Bike It Lancaster’s fleet to a total of 75 bikes.
“There are a lot of people interested in biking who are curious about getting started, and this really speaks to them,” said Righter. “There’s definitely a big biking culture in the city and outside of it. I think more people in the city are using bikes for need. I think the bike share program is for everyone. I love how passionate people are about biking, even though it’s not really my thing.”
The Bike It Lancaster program was established in 2017 and had been primarily used as an alternative form of transportation in the city. From January 2024 to October 2024, the Bike It Lancaster program was utilized for 1,696 rides.
About 80% of the costs involved with the program are being covered by the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program, a federal initiative designed to reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality.
“The larger cities have
Garden club sets meeting
Women’s Garden Club of Lancaster County will hold a meeting on Thursday, Jan. 23, from 1 to 3 p.m. at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 301 St. Thomas Road, Lancaster.
The show-and-tell program will be “Blooming Houseplants for Winter” by Jay Good from Stauffers of Kissel Hill in Lititz. Plant varieties highlighted may include
the peace lily, African violets, and other winter blooming flowers. Good will discuss repotting and fertilizing indoor plants to keep them healthy all season long.
Guests may attend for a donation. For more information, email Kathy at KRASgardener@yahoo .com. Information about the club is available by visiting www.womens
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person’s risk for obesity and tooth decay, says the National Health Service of the United Kingdom. Practice additional smart eating strategies. In addition to the foods eaten, there are ways to eat in a more healthy manner. People should slow down when eating and savor the foods. They should gauge whether they feel full before going back for another portion. Eating foods off a smaller plate can trick the brain into thinking that one ate more, a tactic that can help to reduce portion
sizes. People may try to cook and prepare more foods at home where there is more control over the ingredients.
Eating healthy, nutritious foods is a key to longterm well-being.
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been doing this for a while,” said Righter. “We’re just borrowing it and applying it to Lancaster. In the city, we’re definitely trying to make it easier to get around with a bike. We have converted some of the traffic lanes to make them bike accessible.”
“It’s definitely been a goal to collaborate with townships to expand the program beyond the city,” Righter added. “Just to improve the access and mobility for residents.”
For additional information, go to https://bikeit lancaster.com.
Sewing educator to give virtual presentation
The Lancaster Area Sewing Network (LASN) will meet on Monday, Jan. 27, at 7 p.m. via Zoom. Nationally-known sewing educator Mary Ray will give an hourlong presentation titled “Overview of Sustainability in the World of Sewing.” Ray will share what sustainability is, why it matters, and how people can incorporate it into their creative lives.
For more than 40 years, Ray has made a career out of sewing and inspiring others to sew. She has been a manager and buyer for an independent fabric retailer, a representative for a wholesale fabric importer, a designer and maker of custom bridal items, and an associate editor and frequent contributor at Threads Magazine. She has presented programs and workshops for groups and at conferences and, before her recent retirement, was an instructor for 13 years in the Applied Design Department at Appalachian State University in Boone, N.C., where she developed a studio class called Sustainability in the
Apparel Industry. She also has a class on Craftsy called The Fashionably Quilted Jacket, as well as a Design Your Own Wardrobe e-learning course on www .threadsmagazine.com.
LASN’s 2025 theme for its meetings is “Sustainability.” All monthly meetings will touch on an aspect of this topic. The January meeting is meant to be an overview and discussion of the importance of sustainability.
The event is free of charge for LASN members, with a fee for nonmembers. To register by Monday, Jan. 20, contact Linda at lancaster sews@gmail.com. More information is also available by sending an email to the aforementioned address.
The Lancaster Area Sewing Network is a group for people who love to sew. Its members range from people who have not sewed much before to intermediate hobbyists to professional dressmakers. The group’s main focus is fitting and construction skills related primarily to garment sewing, although occasionally embroidery,
quilting or bag-making are shown by members. The group meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Monday of most months. During winter months, the meetings are conducted via Zoom. During the rest of the year, in-person programs are held at the Lancaster Friends Meetinghouse, 110 Tulane Terrace, Lancaster. A yearly overnight retreat, a one-day retreat, service projects, and a fabric swap are optional activities. For more details, contact the membership chair at the aforementioned email address.
Women’s Bible studies planned
Change of Pace, a women’s Bible study, will meet from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on Thursdays, Jan. 16 to March 20, at Lancaster Alliance Church, 210 Pitney Road, Lancaster. For 50 years, Change of Pace has offered opportunities to study God’s Word. The book choices for the upcoming session are “Esther,” by Kelly Minter, discussing a woman who stood up for her faith and changed her world; “Jesus in
Me,” by Anne Graham Lotz, examining seven aspects of the Holy Spirit that may help people relate to the third person of the Trinity; and season 3 of “The Chosen.” For more information, visit www.changeofpace.org.
Postcard club meeting to focus on birds
The Lancaster County Postcard Club will meet at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 20, at the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster. The program for the afternoon, which will include member participation, will be “Favorite Bird & Why,” and the postcard competition will be “Birds (No Chickens).”
The meeting is open to the public. For more information, call 717-413-6882 or search for “Lancaster County Postcard Club” on Facebook.
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MINI GOLDENDOODLE & Poodle puppies. Cute & healthy. Manheim, $550. 717-354-5771
POMERANIAN PUPPIES: 1M black, 10 wks old. $495. 1M brown/white blue eyes 6 mo. old $195. 717-285-7445
YELLOW LAB/GOLDEN RETRIEVER MIX PUPPIES, Cream color, Shots, Dewormed, $150. 717-786-8975 ext. 2
Sporting Goods
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GUNS WANTED INSTANT PAYMENT
1 gun or collection - will travel Kinsey’s Outdoors, 717-653-5524
NEW WINCHESTER 36 GUN SAFE, MODEL TS36-45, NEVER USED. RETAILS $800, SELLING FOR $650. CALL RON 7173411535
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Miscellaneous
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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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GREINER FARM: FIREWOOD Cut, split, seasoned, pick up or delivered, 717-629-9069
SEASONED FIREWOOD: HARDWOOD Cut, split, stockpiled, $80/half cord skid, $150/Cord. Delivery available. 1161 Clay Rd Lititz 717-341-8715 call/text
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SERVICES RENDERED
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Trimming/Planting Small Tree and Shrub Removal
Neglected Overgrowth Cleanup Fast, reliable service. Lic/Insd. Sr. Disc.! Free Estimates! 717-208-2265
AFFORDABLE PAINTING. Drywall
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ALLEGIANT TREE CARE
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AMISH MOVING COMPANY
AMISH CLEANOUTS
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
CLOCK REPAIR - TRAGER 717-786-7053
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work; Prompt, clean, neat, prof. Satisfaction guar. 717-951-5077, MasterPlaster.
ELECTRICAL SERVICES
Master Electrician. Panel/Service upgrades 100/200 amp. Repairs, lights, receptacles, fans, electrical heat, mini split heatpumps. Ins. Free est. PA030435, 717-371-1392
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HARDWOOD FLOOR REFINISHING & INSTALLATION Since 1996. Affordable. Superb work. Licensed. woodfloor.simdif.com 717-468-1164
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INTERIOR HOME REMODELING Floor Plan Changes • Framing • Drywall Trimming • Painting • Flooring Trubuild Construction | 717-869-3204
PAINTING: INT. & EXT.
20 yrs. experience PA024610 Elmer Stoltzfus, 717-201-4104
PRO PAINTING INT./EXT. Comm’l/Res. No job too big or small! All Handyman jobs avail. 717-826-3680
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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/REMOVAL!
Top soil if desired. Reasonable pricing. FREE ESTIMATES! Call: 717-598-9857
TONE’S SOLID CONTRUCTION
Remodel • Basements • Additions Decks • Fences, etc. We do it all! Insd./PA176621 | 717-984-3865
PLUS SERVICE
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
& siding repair,
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. (Offer ends 3/30/25.) Call 1-844826-2535
JUNK REMOVAL Basements, garages, attics, appliances. Five Star Property Service, 717-278-1030
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VAN’S TREES VAN’S TREES: Shrub, Tree trimming. WINTER PRICES! Cleanups. SP Senior Rates. Insured. 717-393-7729
WE TRANSFORM YOUR kitchen in less time, with less stress, at an amazing value. Since 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, and luxury countertop throughout the Northeast. Call today for a free estimate. 1-844887-5145 (PA017137).
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ITEMS WANTED
ALWAYS BUYING Classic, Muscle & Sports Cars Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561
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
