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Giving back to the community

BY FRANCINE FULTON

Our Lady of Consolation Early Learning Center (OLC-ELC) staff members believe it is never too early for youngsters to learn the important message of helping those who are in need.

That is why each year the preschool holds a food drive for the Octorara Area Food Cupboard (OAFC) at Dutch-Way Farm Market in Gap. This year’s event was a

breakfast food collection held on March 4.

Children, their parents and other family members manned the food donation booth in the store lobby from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. that day, with each group putting in a one-hour shift. “We do this every year as our community service (project). We try to be very family-oriented and include the families as well,” said Shelly Carr, OLC-ELC assistant director and preschool teacher.

See Food drive pg 5

Library Friends set spring book sale

BY FRANCINE FULTON

TheFriends of the Moores Memorial Library in Christiana have a message for those who love to read: “Please come and buy books.”

The Friends’ spring book sale will take place in the Read Moore Book Store, located in the lower level of the library, 9 W. Slokom Ave., Christiana. The sale will start on Thursday, March 16, from 1 to 7 p.m. and then continue during regular library hours on Friday, March 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Saturday, March 18, from 8 a.m. to noon. Admission is free.

As part of the three-day clearance sale, visitors will be able to fill a bag with books for a set price or purchase individual materials. Bags will be provided. “We are spring cleaning to make room for future new donations,” said Jeannette Kolb, Friends vice president.

Also for sale will be large selection of puzzles, music CDs and movies on Blu-ray and DVD, which shoppers will be able to fit into a bag for a set price. “If you have a favorite movie and want to own it, we probably have it here,” said Kolb. There will be plenty of cookbooks and children’s books for sale, as well as paperback and hardback adult fiction. “The fiction will be sorted by prolific authors - Nora Roberts, Danielle Steele and Stuart Woods,’’ Kolb noted. “We have a whole table of James Patterson (books). Some of them are from the library, but some look like they have never been opened.”

Special items, rare books and collectible titles will also be available and individually priced.

All the proceeds from the spring book sale as well as sales from the Read Moore Book Store help support the many programs offered by the library.

Those who visit the Read Moore

Book Store will notice that items are displayed on unique shelving, including a canoe and a baby grand piano. There are bookshelves made from rain gutters, and the young adult section features books displayed on skateboards. Since the library’s building once was home to a bank, shoppers can find rare and unique books in the “vault.”

The Read Moore Book Store is open on Mondays through Fridays from 1 to 4 p.m. and on and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon. The store is staffed and maintained by volunteers from the Friends group. For more information, visit www.facebook.com /ReadMooreBookStore.

Additional volunteers are needed. Prospective members are invited to visit www.christianalibrary.org /friends for more information.

To learn about upcoming library events, contact the library at 610593-6683, visit www.christiana library.org or search for “Christiana Library” on Facebook.

Local churches to offer Lenten services

BY FRANCINE FULTON

Community members are invited to attend Wednesday evening Lenten services that are being held at local churches.

As part of the program, area churches are taking turns hosting worship every week beginning at 7 p.m. A Good Friday service on April 7 will complete the schedule at Parkesburg Episcopal Church of the Ascension, 406 W. Second Ave.

The first worship service was held on March 8 at Parkesburg United Methodist Church (UMC). The worship schedule will continue at the

following locations: March 15, First Presbyterian Church of Parkesburg, 511 Main St.; March 22, Faith Community UMC, 332 Chester St., Atglen; and March 29, Parkesburg Baptist Church, 103 West St. Each service will include a time of music, worship and fellowship. “We typically invite another pastor to give a short message so that people get to hear pastors other than us in their pulpit,” said Rebecca Brown, pastor of First Presbyterian Church. “On March 15, I will open and close the service and the praise choir from Mount Zion AME will join us. We will have a bulletin so (people) can follow along in the service.”

See Lenten services pg 2

Displaying some of the items that will be for sale are (from left) Karen Woods, Kate Valentino and Jeannette Kolb.

OLC-ELC students hold food drive

Our Lady of Consolation Early Learning Center students collected breakfast items.

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Lenten

services

Brown noted that she worked with pastor Mark Beiderman from Parkesburg UMC last year to offer the Lenten series for the first time. This year, more churches have joined in.

Annual Chef’s Best planned

frompg 1 ACT in Faith of Greater West Chester will host its 10th annual Chef’s Best on Thursday, March 30, from 6 to 9 p.m. at West Chester University Alumni & Foundation Center, 202 Carter Drive, West Chester. Attendees will experience an evening of food

“Our church hosted the Good Friday service last year, and we had eight pastors participating and over 100 people there. Our sanctuary at the Presbyterian church is pretty big. For me, it was gratifying to see that beautiful sanctuary full of people,” Brown said.

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Area churches also partnered to host a service during the Parkesburg Sesquicentennial that was held outdoors in Minch Park. “The community worship that we did as part of the 150th celebration of Parkesburg last spring was a huge success,” Brown noted. “People loved it.”

Brown said that the pastors are connected through Parkesburg Churches Community Outreach (PCCO), which provides assistance to local individuals and families in need. “We are trying to be more ecumenical. We are trying to foster that sense of a ministerium,” Brown said. “I have only been in Parkesburg a short time, but (I learned that) we really have some great local pastors. Everyone is so welcoming, and we work together really well. It’s really uplifting.”

Lent is a Christian observance that starts on Ash Wednesday and lasts for 40 days, not including Sundays, representing the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the wilderness before His crucifixion. The 40-day period for Christians is a time to reflect, fast and give penance in preparation for the resurrection of Christ, which is celebrated on Easter Sunday, which falls on April 9 this year.

sampling and friendly chef competition featuring specialties from the area’s top restaurants competing to be named Chef’s Best and vote for their favorite dish.

Contenders include twotime Chef’s Best champion Chef James Jones of Santino’s

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March 15. Lenten Luncheon Service

Bellevue Presbyterian Church

810 Newport Ave., Gap, 12:10 p.m. A brief worship service will be held on Wednesdays during Lent through March 29. For more information, call 717-442-4077.

March 15. Story Time

Moores Memorial Library

9 W. Slokom Avenue, Christiana. Held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m., children enjoy a time of fun and reading. The group also sing songs, learns basic sign language and takes part in a craft. For more information, call 610-593-6683 or message the library on Facebook.

March 15. Kacie’s Cause Support Group

Parkesburg Baptist Church

103 West St., Parkesburg, 7 to 8 p.m. www.facebook.com/KaciesCauseParkesburg

March 16. Narcotics Anonymous

IMPACT Church

101 E. First Ave., Parkesburg, 5 p.m.

March 16. Historical Society of Salisbury Township Meeting

Salisbury Township Building, 5581 Old Philadelphia Pike, Gap, 7 p.m. Steven Shaw will present “Benjamin Franklin, Forming Our Nation’s Character.”

March 16, 17 and 18.

Book Sale

Moores Memorial Library

The sale, to be held in the lower level bookstore operated by the Friends of the Library, will take place March 16, from 1 to 7 p.m.; March 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and March 18 from 8 a.m. to noon. For more information, visit www .christianalibrary.org or call 610-593-6683.

March 17. Daddy-Daughter

Dance Freedom Life Church

447 Noble Road, Christiana, 6 to 8:30 p.m. The event, which will feature a ‘50s Sock Hop theme, will include dinner, dancing, a photo booth and activities. Preregistration is required. Individuals can sign up at https://freedom .life/upcoming-events.

March 18. Sportsman’s Event

Wagontown Chapel

469 W. Kings Highway, Wagontown, 12:30 p.m.

Game caller Brodie Swisher will be the guest speaker. The event will also include light refreshments and a chance to win huntingrelated door prizes. Tickets are available at www.eventbrite.com by searching for “Wagontown Chapel Sportsmans Event 2023.”

March is National Nutrition Month, and the Giant Company team of dietitians is ready with ideas to help make well-being easier. For nutrition inspiration all month long, community members are invited to join the Giant Company for free, live classes via Zoom for

families and chefs of all ages.

Produce Spotlight will be presented by the dietitians every Monday at noon. Participants will learn how frozen fruits and vegetables can add ease, convenience and nutrition to their meals.

March is also Frozen Food Month, and the dietitians will highlight ways that home cooks can bring delicious and inspiring dishes to life for both dinner and dessert.

Wellbeing Workshops will be offered on Mondays at 7 p.m. The dietitians will discuss ways to improve one’s overall well-being, whether it is improving physical well-being or finan-

cial well-being with tips to stretch a budget.

Table Talk will be presented on Wednesdays at noon. The interactive discussion will highlight the benefits and importance of incorporating whole grains into a healthy diet. Also, participants will learn ways to add whole grains to their meals.

Family Meals at 5, where attendees will learn how to build easy, quick and balanced meals in under 30 minutes, will be offered every Tuesday at 5 p.m. In March, the dietitians will highlight Giant’s Nature’s Promise line of products.

Easter Dinner on a Dime will be offered on Tuesdays at noon. With the ham as the

centerpiece, the dietitians will present ideas on how to help round out the meal with sides that will not break the budget. Also on tap is a special night of St. Patrick’s Day fun as the dietitians explore festive food and beer pairings on Thursday, March 16, at 7 p.m.

Visit www.giantfoodstores .com/wellness or www .martinsfoods.com/wellness for recipe ideas and resources. There is also a link to preregister for all virtual classes and a complete listing of ingredients needed for each class. In addition, customers can earn 50 Choice Rewards points when they register, provide their card number and state and attend the entire class.

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Railroad Museum schedules events

The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, 300 Gap Road, Strasburg, will offer a variety of programs during the spring. For details, visit www.rrmuseumpa.org or call 717-687-8628.

A Railroading Merit Badge Workshop will take place on Saturday, March 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Scouts ages 11 to 17. Girls and boys will learn and earn the railroading merit badge through the use of historic images and artifacts, model trains, and behind-the-scenes tours. The cost is for an individual Scout and an adult. Registration is available at www.eventbrite.com.

Rails & Ales will take place on Saturday, April 1. The sixth annual craft beer tasting event will be held among the museum’s historic trains in Rolling Stock Hall. Tickets are on sale at www.event brite.com and by visiting www.railsandales.org.

Food drive

During the food drive, shoppers were given a bright orange note reminding them to purchase breakfast items, including cereal and pancake mix, as they entered the store, and they were invited to drop off their donations as they exited. The students also collected cash donations.

Carr noted that prior to the food drive, students were given a lesson about people in need. They also created a sign to attract donations that stated, “You have two hands … one to help yourself and the second to help others.”

“They know that people are hungry. The whole idea is giving back to the community and doing for others,” Carr said.

The OAFC had a trailer stationed outside the grocery store so that the students and their parents could fill it with donations. “They provided a banner, a collection container (for people who

wanted to donate money)

and a trailer to collect the food. We provided the manpower,” said Carr.

Although OAFC is still tallying the amount of food and money collected, Carr said that the collection drive was a success. “People respond really well to the kids, and they want to help,” she added.

The OAFC is currently in need of other groups willing to conduct food drives. For more information, call 610857-4000 or visit www.face book.com/OctoraraArea FoodCupboard or www .octfood.com.

OLC-ELC, which opened in 2002, is located in the lower level of the Schneider Parish Center, 2995 Cemetery Road, Parkesburg. It offers preschool programs for children ages 2 through 5, as well as a variety of extended-day options for enrolled children, including before- and after-school care.

For more information about the school, contact Janice Dagney, OLC-ELC director, at 610-857-0511 or jdagney@olcchurch.org or visit www.facebook.com /olcelcpreschool.

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What consumers can do to support local farmers

Farming has never been a vocation for individuals looking for easy work. Farmers typically work long hours, braving the elements regardless of how unpleasant the weather may be.

The goal of all that hard work is to ensure individuals who live in rural, urban and suburban communities have constant, readily available access to healthy foods. Such devotion merits support, and there are many things consumers can do to show their appreciation for local farmers.

- Buy fresh foods at a local farmers market. Farmers markets are many foodies’ favorite places, but they aren’t exclusive to individuals with a passion for food. Everyone needs to eat, so why not eat foods grown locally, which are generally more fresh and appetizing than imported fruits and vegetables sold at chain grocery stores? Even individuals who don’t typically eat fresh fruit and vegetables can find something

delectable at a local farmers market, where anything from homemade tomato sauces to locally raised fresh beef and pork might be on sale.

- Order directly from local farms. Some farmers have embraced the e-commerce revolution and begun selling the foods they grow to consumers via their own websites. Research local farms and determine if it’s possible to buy directly from them.

Farms may offer delivery or pickup, and consumers can enjoy fresh foods even more knowing that they helped farmers earn higher profits by buying directly from them.

- Check labels before buying items in local grocery stores. Packaging labels will indicate where fruits and vegetables came from. When possible, choose items produced by local farmers. These products

may include fruits, vegetables, meat, or desserts like pies. Locally produced foods often taste more fresh than items sent from overseas or distant farms, and consumers will feel better knowing they helped to support local farmers.

- Spread the word. Get the word out after a satisfying experience with local farms and farmers. Whether it’s buying food from farms or taking advantage of family

Chef’s Best

days that let kids enjoy a day on the farm, sharing positive experiences via social media or word of mouth can be a great way to inspire neighbors to support local farmers as well.

Consumers can do much to support local farmers. In addition to feeling good about supporting their rural neighbors, consumers can also enjoy a meal featuring locally grown, fresh foods.

March 21, 2023

Calendar frompg 3

March 23. Lego Club Moores Memorial Library, 6 to 7 p.m. Attendees can free build with Legos and enter a chance to win a special prize. For more information, call 610-593-6683 or message the library on Facebook.

April 1. Breakfast With the Easter Bunny

Presented by the Parkesburg Lions Club

Parkesburg Baptist Church

103 West St., 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Breakfast will include pancakes, breakfast meat, eggs and beverages. The Easter Bunny will be available for pictures. To register, contact Karen Fronefield at 484-6784231 or Karen Holmes at 717380-3098. The registration deadline is Friday, March 24.

April 1. Easter Egg Hunt

Presented by the Parkesburg Lions Club Minch Park

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There is a cost to attend. For tickets and details, visit www.actinfaithgwc.org or contact 484-324-8492 or contact@actinfaithgwc.org. Sponsorships are available. All proceeds benefit ACT in Faith

of Greater West Chester, an interfaith organization that seeks to empower unemployed and underemployed

West Chester residents to stabilize their households and build toward sustainability.

111 West St., Parkesburg, 11 a.m. There will be areas of the park designated for children of certain age levels. Plastic eggs should be returned to the Lions before leaving the park. Depending on the number of participants, there may be a maximum number of eggs allowed to be found per person.

April 6. Maundy Thursday Service Parkesburg Mennonite Church

44 E. Second Ave., Parkesburg. Attendees will meet at 6 p.m. for soup and prayer followed by communion.

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COMMUNITY OF LOVE LUTHERAN CHURCH

117 N. 4th Street, Oxford, PA 19363 Sunday Service 10 am(in-person & online) 610-998-0282 collutheranchurch@gmail.com For more info, visit www.collutheranchurch.org

ENCOUNTER CHURCH: 300Hideaway Drive, Quarryville, PA 17566 Sunday Service & Kid’s Church held at 8:30 am and 10:45 am. Church e-mail: office@encounterchurchpa.org www.encounterchuchpa.org Church phone: 717-786-2756

FAITH BIBLE CHAPEL: “Ordinary People

Serving An Extraordinary God.” Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. (Children’s Service during Pastor’s Message). Wednesday Prayer Meeting at 6:30 p.m. We are locatedat 140 Bernard Ave., Cochranville. Pastor Scott Althouse 610-593-6333 fbchapel@zoominternet.net

GAP COMMUNITY CHURCH: located at 835 Houston Run Drive, Gap PA 17527. Sunday morning gathering at 10:00 am as well as streaming live.To learn more, please check out our website at: http://gapcommunity.church

GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH: Dedicated to the serious preaching & teaching of God’s Word. Traditional hymns & praise songs accompanied by guitar. Sunday Service 10:40am. 53 Hurley Rd, Parkesburg, PA 19365. 610-593-7123. www. gracecommunitychurch-parkesburg.com for messages, ministries and directions

HEALING SHEPHERD, ECC

Progressive, Inclusive, Democratic, Catholic! Sunday Mass: 10am 2109 Art School Road, Chester Springs, PA 19425 610-969-5932 www.healingshepherd.com

HIGHLAND BAPTIST CHURCH: 1 East Highland Rd., Parkesburg PA 19365 610-857-1670 www.highland-bc.org

Sunday Services: Sunday School for all ages 9:30 am, Morning Service 10:45 am (nursery is available), Prayer Service 4 pm

Wednesday Youth programs 6:30-8:00 pm.

Thursday Ladies Bible Study 10:00 am

IMPACTCHURCH: Impacting lives with the Hope of Jesus Christ. Sunday Gatherings at 9 am & 10:30 am. 101 East 1st Ave., Parkesburg. Pastor Mike Bailey. 610-857-3887. Visit us online at WWW.IMPACTPA.CHURCH

LITTLE BRITAIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 255 Little Britain Church Rd., Peach Bottom (between 222 and 272). Sunday School Classes all ages 9:15 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Youth Groups for Elementary, Jr. High and Sr. High, Choir, Bell Choir, Small Groups. Rev. Thomas Milligan, 717-548-2266. Web site: www.littlebritainchurch.org E-mail: lbpc1732@gmail.com Hearing assistance devices.

MANOR PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA)

“Come find spiritual life in Christ for your family.” Cochranville: Rte. 926, halfway between Rte. 41 & Rte. 10. Rev. Daniel Henderson, Pastor. Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 am. Fellowship & Refreshments from 10:15-10:35 am. Worship with classes for infantsPre-K at 10:45 am Kidsworship for K5th is held during the sermon time. Youth Group for 6th-12th grades twice a month at 6:30 pm 610-869-2402. www.manorpresbyterian.com

MAPLE GROVE MENNONITE CHURCH : 549 Swan Rd., Atglen. 610-593-6658, Lead Pastor: Mike Clemmer, Music Minister: Matt Chambers. Sunday School 9am, Sunday Worship 10am, Children’s Church, Nursery. Youth Group Wed., 7pm. Christian Preschool. Visit us online at www.maplegrovemc.com

MIDDLE OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN

CHURCH : 1199 Valley Road Quarryville. Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 AM; Blended Worship 10:30 AM. 717-786-3402 Visit us online at www.middleoctorara.org

MT. VERNON CHRISTIAN CHURCH: Growing Deeper, Reaching Farther. 1 Lighthouse Dr, Kirkwood. Pastor Tony Murrin. Sunday School- all ages 9am, Worship 10:00am. Handicap Access. Phone: 717-529-4102. Visit us online at mtvernonchristianchurch.com

PARKESBURG BAPTIST CHURCH: 103 West St., (next to Parkesburg Library & Minich Park). 610-857-9135 or Email: info@parkesburgbaptist.org. Pastor: Rev. Mary C. Lewis. Sunday Worship 10:30 am - Nursery Care & Jr. Church provided.

SANDY HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH : 420 S. Sandy Hill Rd., Coatesville 610-857-3959; www.sandyhill.net. Sunday service: 10:15am; Bible teaching, music; Children’s classes, staffed nursery; Adult classes, 9:15am, Youth Min., Sundays, 5:30-7:30pm. Small Groups. A Friendly, Christ-centered church. Preschool: Enrolling-2 1/2-5 years, 610-857-1922

ST. CHRISTOPHER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

Where everyone can find a place to belong! 116 Lancaster Pike, Oxford (Rt. 472 at the Rt. 1 bypass ramps). Sunday in-person Holy Communion Service at 10:00 AM, also live-streamed. When people warmly welcome you, you will know you have found a church home where you can come just as you are. The Episcopal Church is Catholic in the way we worship and Protestant in the way we think. You’ll find beautiful music, good preaching, and an inclusive community in which to worship God. YOUBELONGHERE! Check out St. Christopher’s website, YouTube, or Facebook for updates and links. Rev. Dr. Mary Ann Mertz rector@stchrisoxford.org 610-932-8134 www.stchrisoxford.org

UPPER OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (EPC) : 1121 Octorara Trail (on Rt. 10 a mile south of Rt. 30), Parkesburg. Christ-centered, Handicapped accessible. Sunday School all ages 9:30 am (Sept-May). Sunday Worship (Blended style) 10:30 am. Adult choir, mid-week Youth Group & a variety of adult groups. Bill Kelly, Pastor; Bill Cliff, Asst. Pastor. (610)857-5787 www.uopc-epc.org Find us on Facebook. Christian Preschool: (610)8570236

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SATURDAY, MARCH 25, 2023

BEGINNING AT 9:30 A.M.

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The personal property stored by the individuals and businesses listed below will be sold at auction to satisfy the owner’s lien as granted in Pennsylvania statute #1982-325 and under Chapter 72 of the Uniform Commercial Code (13 Ph.C.’s. 7201-7210).

Conditions: All units will be sold by competitive bidding, to the highest bidder. Bids taken only for each unit in its entirety. Payment must be made by cash only. No personal checks. All goods must be removed from the property with 24 hours. Payment due immediately upon acceptance of bid. Owner reserves the right to bid at Public Sale, reject an or all bids, and cancel or adjourn the sale.

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TUESDAY, MARCH 21, 2023

PUBLIC AUCTION

208 +/- ACRE SOUTHERN LANCASTER CO. FARM

7 BR DOUBLE FARMHOUSE - 2 BR TENANT HOUSE MAIN BARN w/FEED LOT & MANURE PIT - (3) SILOS FARM EQUIPMENT - TOOLS - HOUSEHOLDS

SATURDAY, MARCH 25

9:00 A.M. • REAL ESTATE 12:00 NOON 627 King Pen Road, Quarryville, PA 17566

Directions: 222 South to left onto Little Britain Rd., to left onto Ashville Rd., to left onto King Pen Rd., property on right.

Property Description: 208 +/- Southern Lancaster Co. farm with 7 BR. 3 Bath double farmhouse. Additional 2 BR 1 Bath tenant house included. Farm has main 50’ x 120’ bank barn set up for heifer raising w/ large concrete feed lot complete with 104’ bunk feeder and manure pit. (3) silos, 20’ x 80’, 20’ x 60’ & 16’ x 70’ all with unloaders. (2) tobacco sheds both repurposed for heifer feeding & equipment storage. Farm also has 12 pen calf barn, 32’ x 42’ shop building w/ 3 OH doors, large 4-car garage, and in-ground pool. Property has 160 +/- acres tillable, 25 +/- acres wooded and 20 +/- in pastures and is preserved by La. Co. Agriculture Land Preservation and enrolled in Clean & Green.

Terms: Down payment of $200,000 required day of auction. Settlement on or before May. 12, 2023 Transfer taxes to be paid by buyer. Real Estate taxes shall be prorated. (Buyer shall be given possession of the farmland day of auction).

Annual Property Taxes: +/- $8,824 per year.

Attention Realtors: 1% Broker Participation being offered to Realtors who preregister with their buyers and who become the successful bidder on day of auction. Must register 48 hours prior to date of auction. Pre-registration forms are available at www.beiler-campbellauctions.com.

Auctioneer’s Note: A very rare opportunity to purchase 208 acres in Southern La. County. Currently set up for heifer raising but offers lots of potential for various agriculture uses. Farm has excellent soils with level to gently sloping terrain. Be sure to check out this great farm set up with large tillable acreage, 7 BR double house, tenant house, barns & outbuildings, macadam driveway, fenced pastures, woodland and much more. Watch for future equipment & personal property ads.

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REPLACE YOUR ROOF with the best looking and longest lasting material - steel from Erie Metal Roofs! Three styles and multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Offer$500 Discount + Additional 10% off install (for military, health workers & 1st responders). Call Erie Metal Roofs: 1-855-338-4807

WESLEY FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC Timeshare Cancellation Experts Over $50,000,000 in timeshare debt and fees cancelled in 2019. Get free informational package and learn how to get rid of your timeshare! Free consultations. Over 450 positive reviews. Call 1-888965-0363.

FOR SALE

Bldg. Materials

LUMBER FOR SALE, new 2x4’s, length vary from 5 ft. to 20 ft., you haul, call J 484-288-9781.

Bldg. Materials

METAL ROOFING & Siding For Houses, Barns, Sheds, etc. 36” Coverage, Painted $2.35 LF, Bare $1.45 to $1.70 LF, Rainbow $1.35, Sold As Seconds Made in Ephrata, PA. 717-445-5222.

Collectibles

BUYING TOYS & COLLECTIBLES www.DNRCollectibles.com

PA’s Largest Buyer of Toys & Collectibles 27 E Lancaster Street, Red Lion, PA Hours: 10:00am-4:00pm, Mon.-Thurs. 717-329-8167 • rhoward1771@gmail.com

Toys Vintage or Modern, New or Used, Hess Trucks, Barbies, Diecast, Hot Wheels & Matchbox, Action Figures, Models, Trains, Sports Cards/Memorabilia, Movie/Music Memorabilia, Video Games & much more!

Electronics

SWITCH AND SAVE up to $250/ year on your talk, text and data. No contract and no hidden fees. Unlimited talk and text with flexible data plans. Premium nationwide coverage. 100% U.S. based customer service. Limited time offer –get $50 off on any new account. Use code GIFT50. For more information, call 1-888-684-1169.

Furniture

5 PIECE WICKERFURNITURE SET FOR SUN ROOM, $450 O.B.O. 484-325-0991

Lawn & Garden

FREE REMOVAL of Riding Mowers. Call/text Jim 717-940-9029

PINE SHAVINGS, RAILROAD TIES, Fence Posts/Fence Supplies. Large/Small Quantities. Call For Prices. Holtwood Supply,717-284-0883.

Pets

2 MALE STANDARD GOLDENDOODLE PUPPIES, available April 1st. 717-725-3291 - Washington Boro

9 MINI-GOLDENDOODLE PUPS, Born 1/12/23 on the farm, shots, dewormed, vet checked, $400. 717-284-3990.

AKC GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES, 5 black, 2 black & tan, vet checked, shots/dewormed, very cute, ready 3/20, $600. 717-548-4277

Pets

ARE YOU A pet owner? Do you want to get up to 100% back on Vet Bills? Physicians Mutual Insurance Company has pet coverage that can help! Call 1866-314-0584 to get a free quote or visit insurebarkmeow.com/macnet.

GERMAN SHEPHERD MIX PUPS, very cute, ready now, $400, 717-629-4050.

MINI GOLDENDOODLE PUPPIES, 3rd gen., dark red, full grown 15 lbs., shots/dewormed, vet checked, ready 3/6, $695, 717-529-3824.

MINI GOLDENDOODLE PUPPIES, shots, dewormed up to date, nice red color, $450, 717-468-8300. MINI LABRADOODLE PUPPIES, Ready Now! Family raised, vet checked, shots / dewormed, $595. 717-725-0123

STANDARD GOLDENDOODLE PUPS, red & white, 5 mo. old, $250, 717-284-6303 Leave message.

Pets

YELLOW LAB PUPPIES

Vet checked, shots & dewormed, Farm raised, $300 ea.717-993-2790

Sporting Goods

GUNS WANTED INSTANTPAYMENT

1 gun or collection - Will travel Kinsey’s Outdoors, 717-653-5524

WEIDER PRO9400 HOME GYM

Must be disassembled to remove. $200 obo. 717-945-8721

Miscellaneous

DENTAL INSURANCE fromPhysicians

Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOTjust a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1-877-553-1891 www.dental50plus.com/macnet #6258

DIRECTV STREAM - Carries the Most Local MLB Games! CHOICE Package, $89.99/mo. for 12 months. Stream on 20 devices in your home at once. HBO Max included for 3 mos (w/CHOICE Package or higher.) No annual contract, no hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-629-6086.

DISH TV $64.99 For 190 Channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free Installation, Smart HD DVR Included, Free Voice Remote. Some restrictions apply. Promo expires 1/21/24. 1-866590-5561.

DON’T LET THE stairs limit your mobility! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall, or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-844-317-5246.

LOOKING FOR AUTO INSURANCE? Find great deals on the right auto insurance to suit your needs. Call today for a free quote! 1-866-924-2397.

NEED IRSRELIEF $10K - $125K+ Get Fresh Start or Forgiveness. Call 1-877705-1472 Monday through Friday 7 AM-5 PM PST.

PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a GENERAC home standby generator. $0 Money Down + Low Monthly Payment Options. Request a FREE QuoteCall now before the next power outage: 1-855-465-7624.

THE GENERAC PWRCELL, a solar plus battery storage system. SAVEmoney, reduce your reliance on the grid, prepare for power outages and power your home. Full installation services available. $0 Down Financing Option. Request a FREE, no obligation, quote today. Call 1-866-783-0292.

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FREE ITEMS

HAVE SOMETHING TO GIVE AWAY?

Place a FREE Ad! Call 1-800-428-4211 15 word, private party ad for 1 week (some restrictions apply)

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GARAGE SALES

NOTICE: It is recommended that you begin your garage or yard sale ad with the town, then street address, dates & times.

GARAGE SALES

RESALE SHOP (FLEA MARKET)

Fri., March 17 • 9:00 am-1:00 pm

Tel Hai Retirement Community Hertzler Bldg ~ 1200 Tel Hai Circle ~ Off Beaver Dam Road in Honey Brook Appliances, Furniture, Jewelry, Home Decor, Crystal, Housewares, China, Collectables.

Proceeds benefit the Tel Hai Care Assurance Fund

For directions visit www.telhai.org

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NATIONAL

DISH TV $64.99 For 190 channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free installation, Smart HD DVR included, Free voice remote. Some restrictions apply. Promo Expires 1/31/24. 1-866-479-1516

DONATE YOUR CAR to Veterans Today!

Help and Support our Veterans. FastFREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800-245-0398.

ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING Forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debrisblocking gutter protection. Schedule free LeafFilter estimate today. 20% Off Enitre Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-833-610-1936.

FREE HIGH SPEED internet if qualified. Govt. pgm. for recipients of select programs incl. Medicaid, SNAP, Housing Assistance, WIC, Veterans Pension, Survivor Benefits, Lifeline, Tribal. 15 GB internet. Android tablet free w/one-time $20 copay. Free shipping. Call Maxsip Telecom! 1-833-758-3892.

HUGHESNET - FINALLY, SUPER-FAST Internet no matter where you live. 25 Mbps just $59.99/mo.! Unlimited Data is Here. Stream Video. Bundle TV & Internet. Free Installation. Call 1-866-499-0141.

INFLATION IS AT 40 year highs. Interest rates are way up. Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call National Debt Relief to find out how to pay off your debt for significantly less than what you owe! Free quote: 1-877-592-3616.

!!OLD GUITARS WANTED!! GIBSON, FENDER, MARTIN, Etc. 1930’s to 1980’s. TOP DOLLAR PAID. CALL TOLL FREE 1-866-433-8277.

PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a GENERAC home standby generator. $0 Down + Low Monthly Pmt. Request a free quote. Call before the next power outage: 1-855-948-6176.

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

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

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

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

SEASONAL

COLTON’S FIREWOOD STORE

$5 deals. At 35 High Street Christiana | 717-575-0435

LOST & FOUND

FOUND AN ITEM? Place a FREE 15 word ad in your local issue to locate the owner of your found item. 1-800-428-4211

READ YOUR AD THE FIRST WEEK IT APPEARS

This publication will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion of any advertisement.

SERVICES RENDERED

A LOCAL HANDYMAN

Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical

Licensed & Insured 610-547-7789

A.I.O.TREE SERVICE

Specializing in care for all your tree service needs. Addressing storm damage/ hazards. Fully insured. 484-470-3687

AMISHMOVINGCOMPANY

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

ANDY’S DRYWALL

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

B&L CARSON DISPOSAL

Houses • basements • garages • yards Junk removal, 717-696-9453 No job too big or too small!

BOOTROADTREESERVICE

Expert tree removal, stump grinding & Trimming. Fully Insured 610-656-5880

(ClarkCo Meats) CUSTOM BUTCHERING

Beef/ Pork / Sheep/ Goats / and Deer. Open Year Round.

Scheduling Appointments Now for Spring and Summer. Call Us at: 610-470-3011.

DO YOU NEED A NEW ROOF ON YOUR STORAGE SHED OR GARAGES?

Metal or Shingles, call 717-529-0853

DRYWALL & PLASTER REPAIR, warr. work; Prompt, clean, neat, prof. Satisfaction guar. 717-951-5077, MasterPlaster.

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

SERVICES RENDERED

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

INFLATION IS AT 40 year highs. Interest rates are way up. Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call NATIONAL DEBT RELIEF and find out how to pay off your debt for significantly less than what you owe! FREE quote: Call 1-866-272-0492.

INTERNET & WIFI Starts at $49. Call us Today to Get Started. Find High Speed Internet with Fiber Optic Technology. No Credit Check, No SSN Required. Call us Today! 1-866-396-0515

IS YOUR ROOF LEAKING?

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

Fully insured. PA158434

“Quality roof repairs you can trust.” Give us a call! 717-490-2665

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

JT'S TREE SERVICELLC SPECIALIZED TREE REMOVAL, STORM DAMAGE, STUMP GRINDING, EMERGENCY JOB, FREE ESTIMATES • FULLY INSURED. 484-252-1953 CALL NOW AND ASK FOR JT

LAWN CARE, LANDSCAPING, MULCHING, WEED CONTROL, PROPERTYMAINTENANCE, PRUNING, PLANTING, HARDSCAPING, AND MORE!! QUALITY WORK GUARANTEED. 15+ YearsExp. ALLTHINGS LANDSCAPING CALL STEVE: (717) 723-0634 LANDSCAPINGALLTHINGS@GMAIL.COM

METAL ROOF REPAINTING

Call now for Free Quote!

SILVAN PAINTING, LLC • 717-305-0089

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

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

PAINTING: PRICELESS PAINTING

Interior/Exterior. Free Estimates. Fully Insured. 717-330-1836, Ask for Bob REROOFING,ROOF REPAIRS, LEAF GUARDS (10 yr. warranty), Gutter cleaning, Gutter replacement & more. PINE TREE EXTERIORS, LLC 717-327-1745 • FREE ESTIMATES!

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

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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 & SMALLTREE REMOVAL

717-989-7938, leave message.

THE BATHROOM OF your dreams for as little as $149/month! BCIBath & Shower. Many options are available. Quality materials & professional installation. Senior & Military Discounts Available.

Limited Time Offer - FREE virtual inhome consultation now and SAVE 15%!

Call Today! 1-877-540-2780

TREE SERVICES

STUMP REMOVAL 610-547-7789

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

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

1-100 ALL ANTIQUE & OLD TOOLS

WANTED: Collector Paying Cash$$$ for Woodworking, Machinist, Measuring & Blacksmith Tools. Wooden & Metal Planes. Tool Chests & Boxes. Tools made by Stanley, Etc. Call 610-363-2802

ABUYER SEEKS Old Books, Postcards, Photos, COSTUME JEWELRY, Pottery, Antiques, Complete Estates.Call Cara at 610-918-2528 or 484-356-3123

ALWAYS BUYING

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

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

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

CORVETTES WANTED

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

GUITARS & INSTRUMENTS WANTED

“LOCAL” Collector Buying Gibson, Fender, Martin & Other Brands

All Types, Makes & Years Considered Top Cash Paid! - 610-363-2802

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

REAL ESTATE

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

*NOTE TO OUR CUSTOMERS*

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

For Rent

VALLEY RD., WESTWOOD AREA, 1BR Apt, 3rd flr., 1BA, kit., LR. Stove, refrig., hot water, W/S/T incl. NO pets/smoking. $875/mo., 1 mo. sec. dep. 610-383-5562

AUTOMOTIVE AUTOS FOR SALE

AT LOU’S, Top dollar paid for junk cars & trucks. $350 & up. 484-886-1971

DONATE YOUR CAR, truck, boat, RV and more to support our veterans! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-327-0686 today!

AUTO PARTS & SUPPLIES

$0-$1,000

Always paying cash for junk cars. Prompt, Honest Service. 717-877-5957 PA0002

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

CYCLES

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

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

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SEASONAL

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

800 FAMILY BABY & KIDS SALE @Spooky Nook Sports, 75 Champ Blvd., Manheim. Mar. 15-18. 717-495-2855. Free pkg. CCs

Statewide cleanup initiative planned

Registration is open for the 2023 Pick Up Pennsylvania, a community improvement initiative sponsored by Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful. Pick Up Pennsylvania is a yearlong initiative; however, events scheduled from Wednesday, March 1, through Wednesday, May 31, will be eligible to receive free trash bags, gloves, and safety vests provided by support from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, PennDOT, and Keep America Beautiful, while supplies last.

Events can include litter cleanups, illegal dump cleanups, community greening and beautification, special collections and education events. Events must be registered at www.keeppabeautiful.org to receive free cleanup supplies.

As part of this event, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Pennsylvania Waste Industries Association are sponsoring trash disposal free of charge or at a reduced rate for registered program participants at participating landfills from Saturday, April 1, through Sunday, April 30, with prior approval.

Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful will host a community cleanup training webinar on March 1 from 7 to 8 p.m. The training will include technical support for choosing an event location, organizing and mobilizing volunteers, coordinating trash disposal, accessing supplies and resources, and more. A link will be available closer to the date of the webinar.

Individuals, friends, family, and groups both large and small can help clean up vacant lots, streets, and riverbanks; plant gardens and trees; or mulch a local playground. To host an event, join an event nearby, inquire about free supplies and trash disposal, or access the webinar, visit the aforementioned website, choose Programs, then Pick Up PA, or contact Michelle Dunn at 877-772-3673, ext. 113, or mdunn@keeppabeautiful.org.

Organizations interested in becoming a supporter may contact Deb Woolley at dwoolley@keepppabeautiful.org.