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PAWS for Reading offered at Parkesburg Library

BY FRANCINE FULTON

Children are invited to read to a canine friend as part of the PAWS for Reading program offered on the third Tuesday of the month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Parkesburg Free Library.

Patrons may sign up for a 15-minute session with a therapy dog provided by PAWS for People, a nonprofit organization based in Delaware.

During the most recent session, Linda Felty visited the library with her dog, Cookie. “(PAWS for People) asks us to volunteer, and they (make a schedule) of where they want us to go,” said Felty. “We went to Barnes & Noble in Christiana, Del., to visit the shoppers, to a nursing home and a summer school program for children who are disabled in Garnet Valley. We also went to Lincoln University’s Mental Health Day. (Cookie) gave love to the students, and they enjoyed giving her some treats.”

Felty noted that PAWS for People dogs also visit prisons, hospitals and cancer centers. “They love it when we bring the dogs. They like to be able to pet on them,” said

Chester County 9-1-1 telecommunicator receives scholarship

BY FRANCINE FULTON

Kate Speidel graduated in 2018 from West Chester University with a degree in psychology, but she was unsure of what job she would be interested in pursuing after school.

As it turned out, Speidel has found a rewarding career as a 9-1-1 telecommunicator with the Chester County Department of Emergency Services (DES) and was recently named a recipient of the Gold Line Telecommunicator Scholarship by the National Emergency Number Association (NENA). The scholarship is awarded to 9-1-1 professionals across the country for their exceptional “hard work, commitment and dedication to public service.”

Felty. “(Cookie) is so funny. After a while, she will get comfortable, and she will roll over so people can rub her belly.”

Children who may be uncomfortable reading aloud or those who are struggling with reading are encouraged to read to a therapy dog. “Sometimes they get nervous because she is a big dog, but when she sits down, they are calm,” Felty said.

Felty, who works as an elementary school counselor in Harford County Public Schools in Maryland, adopted Cookie with hopes to someday bring her to school. “I wanted a Labradoodle because they are so great about being therapy dogs. They have the personality for it,” she said. “It took us about a year and half to go through the classes. I did get trained to go to a library, and there are certain things they tell us like to bring a blanket for her to lay on and to take some books with us. They have special training if you are going to the cancer center. When we went to a school, we sat in a circle, and the kids thought it was wonderful.”

She noted that PAWS for People provides therapy cats, dogs and rabbits. “We go to Jenner’s Pond

(Retirement Community), and they have a magnetic paw above the door, so you know who is willing to have us come in,” Felty explained. “I was there one day, and they had a therapy mini pony. He walked around, and people were so excited.”

She said the use of therapy animals has proven effective in many cases. “I read a story about a child who lived through a school shooting and had not spoken since the event,” she shared. “The local firehouse opened up for therapy dogs to come in for the kids. The parents took their son, and he laid down (with) the dog and told the dog everything.”

At the Parkesburg Library, a youngster, despite her initial reluctance, was able to read comfortably with Cookie. “Her grandmom said she doesn’t read out loud and is very nervous (about reading). (Dogs) are nonjudgmental, so she did a fabulous job,” said Felty. Parkesburg Free Library is located at 105 West St., Parkesburg. For more information about library activities, visit www.parkesburglibrary.org or search for “Parkesburg Free Library” on Facebook.

The scholarship provided for Speidel’s attendance at, plus a $1,000 travel stipend to, NENA 2023, the group’s annual conference and expo held in June in Grapevine, Texas.

Speidel began working as a 9-1-1

telecommunicator as her first job out of college. “I was getting a broad major and seeing where life took me,” said Speidel when describing her decision to apply for her position with the DES. “I use (my major) every day. I am working and talking with people on the radio and the phone who are dealing with crisis.”

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Octorara Area Food Cupboard seeks donations

BY FRANCINE FULTON

The Octorara Area Food Cupboard (OAFC), 714 Main St., Parkesburg, is in urgent need of nonperishable food donations, as well as local groups that are willing to conduct food drives for the organization.

OAFC, which serves individuals and families in need in the greater Octorara area, accepts donations during its operating hours, which are on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon and 2 to 4 p.m. and on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

and 2 to 5 p.m.

“Cereal, boxed pasta, spaghetti sauce and stuffing are the biggest needs,” said OAFC director Judy Dougherty, noting that other needed donations include pancake syrup, cake mixes, brownie mixes and crackers for soup.

Local gardeners are also invited to donate harvested vegetables to the food bank throughout the summer. “We would like the fresh stuff to come in on Tuesdays, which gives us two days to (distribute) it,” Dougherty noted.

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Children read to Cookie and Linda Felty at the Parkesburg Free Library.

Library patron Iris Freeland (left) and Linda Felty with Cookie

Kate Speidel

CHICKEN BBQ

YMCA appoints new president and CEO

The board of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine recently announced the appointment of Bertram L. Lawson II as president and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine. Lawson will take office on Monday, July 10.

Lawson is a 24-year YMCA professional who most recently served as the president and CEO of the YMCA of Central New York, which has nine branches and more than 30 program sites in central New York. Lawson previously served as the chief operating officer for Mastery Charter Schools Network and senior vice president of operations at the YMCA in Central Maryland.

Lawson is a Philadelphia native who began his Y career at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA, where he held numerous roles, including vice president of operations. He also established the orginization’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) department.

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Those who are unable to drop off donations during the pantry’s hours of operation may bring donations to Flowers in Bloom, 213 Main St., Parkesburg, and Hershey Motors, 3370 E. Lincoln Highway, Parkesburg, which is located at the intersection of routes 10 and 30.

paperwork to register for food. “In July, all clients will have to (re-register),” she said. “What we need is a photo ID and a piece of mail that has their address on it, and they can sign up.”

Lawson is an active volunteer, serving on various boards. He is a member of the board of trustees for Lincoln University, a member of the YMCA of the USA’s National Membership Standards Advisory Committee, the immediate past chair for the YMCA of the USA’s African American Employee Relations Network (AARN) and a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.

Lawson succeeds Denise Day, the organization’s president and CEO for more than 13 years, who retired in June.

Open house planned at DVGRR

Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue (DVGRR) will hold its monthly open house event from 10 a.m. to noon at its Golden Gateway facility, 60 Vera Cruz Road, Reinholds, on Saturday, July 8. The public is invited to meet the golden retrievers and other dogs that are available for adoption.

Admission is free. Staff members will be on hand to answer questions, and food will be available for purchase. Photos are not permitted, and attendees should not bring other dogs to this event. For details, contact info@dvgrr.org or 717-484-4799 or visit https://dvgrr.org/adopt/ monthlyopenhouse/.

The cupboard receives some food from the Chester County Food Bank, but it relies on donations of products and monetary donations. Dougherty reported that she recently had to purchase food from Walmart because of the lack of food on the cupboard’s shelves.

Additionally, Dougherty noted that no food drives, which are more prevalent during the holiday season, are currently scheduled. “We have not been able to get food drives lined up. That is what we are missing,” she said. “We have more clients and less product.”

Current and new clients seeking assistance are asked to bring in appropriate

Right now, food is distributed in a drive-through format, but beginning in September, clients will be served inside the building.

The Octorara Area Food Cupboard is also seeking volunteers. “No one is paid; everyone is a volunteer,” said Dougherty. “Volunteers are needed especially because it’s summertime and people go away for vacation. I need a call list for people to come in.”

For more information about the OAFC, call 610-857-4000 or visit www.octfood.com or www.facebook.com/Octorara AreaFoodCupboard. Those who would like to coordinate a food drive should contact Dougherty in advance at OAFC424@comcast.net. Financial donations are accepted on the website by clicking on the Donate button.

Bertram L. Lawson II

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One-Room Schoolhouses

Submitted by Leona Baker, Historical Society of Salisbury Township

In early rural America, the educational norm was a oneroom building presided over by a local teacher. Eight years of education was considered adequate for the farming and village lifestyle. Only boys attended, however, and girls learned their ABCs at home, if at all.

In 1834, the first Pennsylvania state free school law for children of the commonwealth was established. All children were to be educated at public expense. Specifically included was the female population. A tax, levied on all landowners of a district, would cover costs of buildings and teachers. Schoolhouses were to be primarily one-room buildings serving farm and village children “who lived within one mile of the school.”

With 25 to 50 children ages 6 to 15 in one crowded building, any single school in Salisbury Township might include English and German Protestants, as well as Amish and Mennonites from all parts of Europe. Many could not speak English. Despite these difficulties, educators managed to accommodate a schedule that fulfilled the requirements of state mandates for each grade.

First on the agenda after

Students who attended one-room schoolhouses had to carry buckets of water using a yoke (left photo), and unruly students had to wear a dunce cap (right photo).

unlocking the front door was to light a fire in the big stove after removing the ashes and coals of the previous day’s fire. Then, teachers had to sweep

the floor, fill ink bottles, light the kerosene lamps and have lesson plans ready for each grade. All had to be ready for

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Community Calendar

July 5. SPARK in the Park Atglen Community Park

400 Ridge Ave.., Atglen, 7 to 8 p.m. Presented by Penningtonville Presbyterian Church, the event will take place every Wednesday through Aug. 23. Each week will have different activities, and all events are free. On July 5, kickball, soccer and wiffleball will be featured. www.facebook.com/PenningtonvillePC.

July 5. Kacie’s Cause Support Group

Parkesburg Baptist Church

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

July 6. Narcotics Anonymous IMPACT Church

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

July 8. Summer Festival

Presented by Everybody Plays!

Minch Park, 111 West St., Parkesburg, 4 to 8 p.m. The event will include a car show, food truck vendors and children’s activities. For more details, email everybodyplays19365 @gmail.com or search for “Everybody Plays” on Facebook.

July 8. Farmers Market

Parkesburg Borough Hall

315 W. First Ave., Parkesburg, 8 a.m. to noon. Presented by the Parkesburg Action Committee, the farmers market will be open on the second Saturday of each month. www.facebook.com/PAC19365

July 9. Free Community Meal

New Beginnings Church of the Cross

1 Penn Ave, Christiana, 10 a.m. Attendees will be fed spiritually at Sunday morning worship and then will be fed a free smorgasbord-style meal. The gray, stone church is located between Newport Avenue and Pine Street, two blocks from the light at Route 41 and Pine Creek Drive.

July 10 to 14. Rockets Mini-Camp

Presented by Atglen Public Library West Fallowfield Township Building 3095 Limestone Road, Cochranville, 9 to 11:30 a.m. Open to children ages 9 and 10. Youths will construct and launch model rockets and learn about modern rocket science. Registration is required by choosing “Register for Programs” at www.atglenpubliclibrary.org or by calling 610-593-6848.

The Community Calendar is a weekly feature of the Community Courier. Submit your meting or event for consideration in writing at least two weeks prior to the event. Email submissions to ffulton@engleonline.com. For more information, call 800800-1833, ext. 6018.

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students who journeyed to school without regard for weather conditions. Reading, arithmetic, geography, spelling, penmanship and simple science were taught daily, with honor to God and country emphasized.

One student chore each day was carrying in wood or coal for the stove. Few schools had wells, so older students carried buckets to the nearby farmer’s well or spring for fresh water.

Often a yoke was used to lighten the weight of the water brought back and placed in a cooler. A yoke is a wooden frame shaped to fit over the shoulders, with a notch to hold a pail or other burden at each end. By the 1900s, there may have been more than just one cup available at the school for the whole student body.

Order was a prime requirement of the presiding instructor. Deviation from an accepted norm might culminate in a student’s being shamed or

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ostracized. Improper recitation often led to sitting in a corner while wearing a dunce cap, which was a tall, triangular hat that was hard to keep on. Another common disciplinary action was being spanked with a long, flat plank, which could be wielded to produce a memorable but not usually injurious thwack.

By the mid-20th century, rural Salisbury Township was changing, and the school board began considering a fully consolidated elementary school system. Salisbury Elementary School opened in 1962, with a single grade to a room. All firstthrough sixth-graders in the township were bused there.

A centuries-old way of life was gone. Only among the township’s Amish neighbors does school with all eight grades in one room remain today.

Information comes from the new book “How They Learned Their ABCs” by Leona Baker and members ofthehistoricalsociety.

Freedom Life Church to offer VBS

Freedom Life Church, 447 Noble Road, Christiana, welcomes children entering prekindergarten through fifth grade to attend vacation Bible school (VBS), to be held from Monday, July 10, through Thursday, July 13, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The

theme of VBS is “Keepers of the Kingdom.”

Activities will include music and dancing, crafts, games and snacks. There is no cost to participate, but an offering will be received to help construct a protective structure for a rooftop water pump that serves children through the Legacy of Hope Foundation in Honduras.

Families will be invited to Freedom Life Church on Sunday, July 16, for a VBS celebration at the conclusion of the week. Following the 11 a.m. service, light refreshments will be provided, and a juggler and magician will be on-site to perform for children and adults.

Online preregistration for VBS is encouraged. For details, visit www.freedom.life/vbs.

VBS will include singing and dancing.

Taking a swing against poverty

BY ANN MEAD ASH

More than 25 years ago, HOPE International, a Christcentered global nonprofit that equips men and women to break the cycle of poverty for themselves and their community, gave out its first micro loan in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine. Just recently, Jeff Rutt, founder of HOPE International, recounted the story of a Ukrainian blueberry farmer named Anastasiya. “Anastasiya decided not to let the war cause her to leave, which is a big deal,” said Rutt. “She had gotten a loan from HOPE prewar for seedlings for her blueberry farm, and in 2022, she was able to secure a second loan for irrigation to increase her crop.” Last year, Anastasiya and her family harvested their first blueberry crop. HOPE has given out a total of $1.2 million in Ukraine since the war began.

HOPE recently surpassed $1.6 billion in micro loans with the goal of restoring dignity in families’ lives. To raise funds to reach such goals, HOPE holds a yearly golf tournament. This year’s fundraiser will take place in three locations: Turf Valley Resort, Ellicott City, Md., at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 14; Iron Valley Golf Club, Lebanon, on Friday, Sept. 15, at 7 a.m. and 1 p.m.; and Wyncote Golf Club, Oxford, on Sept. 15 at 8 a.m. Those who wish to register to play or who want to provide a sponsorship may do so at www .hopeinternational.org/golf by Friday, Sept. 1.

Rutt emphasized that HOPE focuses on all domains,

not just the material but also personal, social, and spiritual.

“It’s exciting to see what God can do through what He puts in the hands of the clients we serve around the world,” he said, adding that as the war in Ukraine continues to rage, HOPE continues to offer loans in that country and pray with clients. “God is working,” said Rutt. “We see more and more people coming to Christ through interaction with our teams and the churches even through the destruction and disillusionment of the war,” he said, adding that many

people who had no interest in spiritual discussions prior to the war want to pray with the HOPE team. “I believe it will have an impact on the generations to come,” he said. Rutt pointed out that before the war, 5.5% of Ukrainians lived below the poverty line. That number is now at 24%, and it is estimated that it could take a decade for the Ukrainian economy to recover.

Sarah Smith, content and media writer for HOPE International, said that the HOPE approach offers a sustainable

Scholarship

After obtaining the position, Speidel took part in a DES training program, which included three months of classroom training and then being on the floor with another professional. “They don’t throw you out there. They have your back until you are ready to be on your own,” she said.

As a telecommunicator, Speidel speaks with the person who has dialed 9-1-1, and the dispatcher coordinates emergency personnel in the field, including police, firefighters, rescue workers and ambulance workers.

“We have instructions that we read out for medical calls. It helps (callers) help themselves until EMS can arrive,” said Speidel, adding, “There are certain calls or days that are more stressful than others.”

Speidel noted that 9-1-1 call takers do not know for certain the outcome of the emergency. “Once they get to the hospital, we don’t know what goes on with them. We just have to be confident that we got help to them as soon as possible,” she shared. “There is a balance between being able to

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be empathic and resonate with people and also be able to distance yourself from it. It’s their worst day, and you need to help them get through it.”

“Kate is an excellent example of who people expect to get when they call 9-1-1 in an emergencysomeone reassuring, knowledgeable and dependable,” said BJ Meadowcroft, Chester County DES deputy director for 9-1-1 operations. “Everyone on the DES team admires Kate’s professionalism and cheery demeanor.”

Both Speidel and Meadowcroft said that workers at the 9-1-1 center are a tightknit group, working side by side through times of major emergencies and on holidays. “We consider our workplace professional, but there is a family-like atmosphere,” said Meadowcroft. “Our employees bond over their experiences helping people. It gives you a sense of belonging.”

“We check in on each other after difficult days and difficult calls,” Speidel added. “There is a family atmosphere.”

Bookstore posts summer hours

The Read Moore Bookstore has announced its summer hours. The store will be open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 4 p.m.; and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon.

The Read Moore Bookstore can be found on the lower level of the Moores Memorial Library, 9 W. Slokom Ave., Christiana. The monthly specials for July include homeschool/education books and history books.

The Read Moore Bookstore is a project of the Friends of the Moores Memorial Library and is completely run by volunteers. All profits from the sale of books and other materials goes directly to fund various library programs and needs. All materials that are sold at the bookstore are donated by patrons or come from the library as it makes room for new books.

Moores Memorial Library is a member of the Lancaster County Library System.

Parkesburg POINT receives donation

Local farmer Charles Kauffman recently directed a $5,000 America’s Farmers Grow Communities donation to The Parkesburg POINT youth center. According to Sarah Daniels, the POINT’s director of grants and social media, the funding will be used for the nonprofit organization’s nutrition program. The POINT feeds more than 650 at-risk youths and their families, providing more than 13,000 meals annually.

Since 2010, the America’s Farmers programs, sponsored by the Bayer Fund, have awarded nearly $65 million to nonprofits, aspiring agriculture students and public schools across rural

America. The Grow Communities program asks farmers across the country to participate by nominating nonprofit organizations, which then may receive resources to strengthen their local communities.

Last August, farmers entered for the chance to direct a $2,500 Grow Communities donation to a local eligible nonprofit of their choice. Farmers have directed donations to food banks, emergency response organizations, schools, youth agriculture programs and many other initiatives that support rural America.

To learn more, visit www.AmericasFarmers.com.

Chester County department wins national awards

Chester County’s Department of Computing and Information Services (DCIS) has been recognized by the National Association of Counties (NACo) with two 2023 Achievement Awards for ChescoViews and the Chester County Recycling Dashboard. Both are GIS - Geographic Information Systems - applications that DCIS developed for public use.

ChescoViews is a free, interactive application that allows users to search Chester

County property or parcel information by address, owner’s name, Uniform Parcel Identifier (UPI) or Parcel Identification Number (PIN). Users may then print the information.

The Chester County Recycling Dashboard is a free, interactive application that allows users to select an item type, such as art supplies, bikes, clothing and shoes, food, furniture or household goods, to find recycling options in the county.

JLL recognizes youth volunteers

Program to teach sewing, quilting

Chester County 4-H will offer an introductory sewing and quilting program, Summer of Stitches, from 9 a.m. to noon on Monday to Friday, July 24 to 28, at the Romano 4-H Center, 1841 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook. During the week, campers will learn to use a sewing machine and will complete several projects, ending the week with a completed piece and top-stitched quilt. The camp is intended for children age 10 and older and will be appropriate for new and intermediate sewists.

The Junior League of Lancaster (JLL) has announced the two winners of this year’s 2023 Deborah P. Altman Outstanding Youth Volunteer Award: Lauren Leister, an 18year-old graduating senior from Warwick High School, and Caleb Miller, an 18-yearold graduating senior from Donegal High School. Leister and Miller each received a $1,500 scholarship prize, of which a $300 contribution will be donated by JLL to a charity of each student’s choice. Leister’s chosen charity is Four Diamonds, and Miller selected the Old Line Youth Livestock Foundation.

Leister’s commitment to volunteerism has been illustrated throughout her high school career. She participated in and served as the chairperson of UNITE for MiniTHON Club. Leister has been an active member of the Lititz Leo Club, and she was also appointed to the National Honor Society (NHS), where she was elected as secretary and was involved in fundraisers for local nonprofit organizations.

Miller’s scholastic accomplishments have included his induction into the NHS,

National Math Honor Society, and Key Club. He has also been involved in 4-H, undertaking a project to install cattle gates at the Elizabethtown Fairgrounds. He has been a five-year volunteer with the Marietta Fireworks Team.

Named a member of the Pennsylvania Farm Show Junior Committee, Miller was recently selected as one of 12 youths from Pennsylvania to assist with ensuring the success of the Farm Show.

The annual award is named in honor of Deborah P. Altman, a past president of the Junior League of Lancaster, whose life exemplified a commitment to volunteering, a love of children, and service to the community. The purpose of the award is to recognize young people who demonstrate an exceptional interest and involvement in volunteerism as well as inspiring their peers to volunteer in their communities. Since the award was established in 1984, more than $48,800 has been awarded to outstanding youths in Lancaster County.

To learn more about the mission of the JLL, including its projects, awards, and fundraisers, visit www.jllancaster.org.

There is a discount for current 4-H members. Registration will be available at https://4h.zsuite.org until Thursday, July 20, unless the

program fills before that date. New families will need to sign up for 4-H before registering for the camp. For more information or for help registering, contact the Penn State Extension 4-H office at 610-6963500 or chesterext@psu.edu.

Summer of Stitches Day Camp is one of Penn State Extension’s 4-H Summer Specials programs. Other summer offerings include Babysitting Day Camp, Robots to Rockets Day Camp, Coding With Spheros Day Camp, Candy Making Day Camp, and an overnight at Camp Shehaqua. To learn more, visit www.extension.psu .edu/4-H and look under “Programs and Opportunities” for “Find Your County 4-H Program.”

VITA seeks volunteers

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is accepting applications for its fall training.

VITA provides free tax preparation for low- to moderate-income taxpayers over a 12- to 13-week period from February through mid-April. VITA is in need of volunteers to serve as greeters and tax preparers. No prior experience is required; VITA provides all the necessary training, and the hours are flexible.

To obtain a volunteer application, visit www.Chester CountyFreeTaxes.org and click on For Volunteers.

Lauren Leister Caleb Miller

Litter prevention program receives grant

Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful (KPB) will continue its partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to implement the Cigarette Litter Prevention Program (CLPP) at rest stops across the state with a $20,000 grant from Keep America Beautiful. Awardees agree to encourage the enforcement of litter laws, which includes cigarette litter, and include an education component about the consequences of cigarette and other tobaccorelated litter.

The CLPP begins with a scan, or physical count, of cigarette butts and other tobacco-related products in a designated area. Ash receptacles are then installed at transition points of entry, like entrances to public buildings. Two additional scans are performed, one midway through the year and a final count at the end of the program. The effectiveness of the program is measured by comparing a pre- and post-program count of cigarette butts and other tobacco products.

The grant award includes funding for portable ashtrays, or pocket ashtrays, to distribute to residents. KPB hopes to raise travelers’

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awareness about the issue of proper cigarette butt disposal with messaging and marketing campaigns and by placing ash receptacles at entrances to rest stop buildings.

KPB has a partnership with TerraCycle to expand the program to include recycling and composting the cigarette butt waste. Cigarettes collected through CLPP are shipped to TerraCycle, where the various materials that make up a cigarette are separated and processed. The filters are melted into hard plastic that can be remolded to make recycled industrial products, such as plastic pallets. The residual tobacco and paper are separated out and composted in a specialized process.

Cigarette butts that are thrown on the ground can contaminate soil and ground water with chemicals and heavy metals, and they can fatally affect birds, animals and marine life, which often mistake them for food. Additionally, the filters, made of cellulose acetate, never fully disappear from the environment.

4-H Beef Club announces summer show results

The Chester County 4-H Beef Club participated in the summer show on June 10.

Members exhibited commercial and Angus heifers, as well as three weight classes of steers.

Members readied their animals for the show by washing and fitting the cattle under direction from leaders and alumni. Not only did members compete in the summer show, but they also received tips for handling and showing techniques from alumna Caitlyn Fairbairn of Lisnageer Farm in Coatesville.

Judge Kim Doran of Hereford County, Md., placed the cattle presented during the show. The Senior Showmanship results had Olivia Macomber in first place, Emma Uhlman in second place and Xavier Reith in third place.

In the First Year Showmanship division, awards went to Ridan Kerner for first place, Gretchen McCafferty for second place and Maddie Kulp for third place.

Gretchen took first place and Grand Champion for January Heifers in the Commer-

cial Heifer category. In the Commercial Heifers/February category, Gretchen took first place and Reserve Champion, and Maddie took second place. Maddie also took first place for the Commercial Heifers/April category.

The Angus Heifer category saw Olivia take first place and Grand Champion for February Heifers. Emma placed first and received Grand Champion for Prospect Steers.

In the Market Steer category, Xavier was awarded first place and Grand Champion for Lightweight Steers. For Heavyweight Steers, Emma took first place and Reserve Grand Champion, while Ridan placed second.

The Pennsylvania 4-H Program educates youths about the care, management and marketing of beef animals and gives them opportunities to develop skills such as recordkeeping, goal-setting, responsibility and sportsmanship. Practicing best management while raising an animal gives members the opportunity to engage in science-based, hands-on education.

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way to alleviate poverty and positively impact a community. “When someone takes out a loan or is saving money and starts a business, they start employing other people in the community,” she noted.

Rutt added that sustainability is the reason HOPE has always avoided simply giving handouts to those in need. “We believe we can get to a longer-lasting solution through allowing people to use the gifts that God put in our hands. We are interested in restoring dignity, not creating dependency.” To continue to make that happen, Rutt has set a goal of raising $1.5 million toward HOPE’s total budget of $36 million through the golf tournament. “It all happens through partnerships and sponsorships,” he said. “Contact us and help drive out poverty.”

To find out more about the Cigarette Litter Prevention Program, visit www .keeppabeautiful.org and choose Programs, then Cigarette Litter Prevention or contact Michelle Dunn at mdunn@keeppabeautiful.org.

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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

Pest management seminar planned

PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION

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

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

ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, COMPASS: 1520 West King’s Hwy. in Compass, located at intersection of PA Routes 340 & 10. Sunday Mass at 10:30 a.m. Handicap accessible. 717-442-4302. Online: www.saintjohnscompass.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

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

Penn State Extension will offer its Turf and Ornamentals School on Wednesday, July 12, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Masonic Village’s Patton Campus, 1244 Bainbridge Road, Elizabethtown. The program will provide information on turf and ornamental pest identification and management as well as pesticide applicator safety. It is for landscape professionals, turfgrass

professionals, school and park employees, and arborists.

There is a fee, and credits will be offered. The program will take place rain or shine, so attendees should dress according to the weather forecast.

Space is limited. To register by Thursday, July 6, visit http://extension.psu.edu and search for “Turf and Ornamentals School.”

PUBLIC AUCTION

4+ BR HOME w/DETACHED

2 GARAGE/SHOP ON 1.02 ACRES JD RIDING MOWER, SNOWBLOWER, GENERATOR, APPLIANCES, TABLE & CHAIRS PARKESBURG AREA

TUESDAY, JULY 11, 2023 @ 5 P.M.

(Personal Property sold immediately after Real Estate)

LOCATION: 61 Wagner Lane, Coatesville, PA 19320

REAL ESTATE: Beautifully situated 1 story home w/detached 2 sty., 2 car garage/ shop on 1.02 acres. TERMS: 10% down day of sale; settlement within 45 days of sale (Real Estate).

Terms by: David & Patricia Urban. Kling, Deibler & Glick Attorneys. Cash, PA Checks & Credit Cards accepted on personal property. For more info, please visit our website at www.horningfarmagency.com.

HorningFarmAgency.com

FRIDAY, AUGUST 11, 2023

PERSONAL PROPERTY AT 4 P.M. & REAL ESTATE AT 5 P.M.

4 BEDROOM, 2 BATH, 2 STORY HOME w/IN-GROUND POOL West Sadsbury Township, Chester County 5441 Strasbury Road, Atglen, PA 19310

Directions: Rt. 30 East of Gap, to right on Swan Rd., then right on Strasburg Rd., to property on left.

Property Description: 1.4-acre property with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. Large primary bedroom with full bath and a cozy fireplace. New roof in 2020 w/transferrable 50-year warranty, as well as an updated kitchen 2 years ago, w/ soft closing drawers and cabinets. Beautiful well-maintained backyard, in ground pool and beautiful deck for your weekend friend parties. Home also has private well and septic. Large backyard with a Small Creek flowing through a bundle of trees. A real quiet haven for anyone looking for seclusion, yet close enough to major shopping areas and Lancaster County businesses. All information is deemed to be accurate but not guaranteed. Amenities: In ground pool, deck overlooking the pool, storage shed w/solar package, and paved driveway. Open House: Friday, August 4, from 3-6 P.M. Terms: $40,000 deposit day of auction. Buyer pays 2% transfer tax. Settlement by October 12, 2023, or before.

Annual Taxes: $5880.00 (2023). Tax ID# 36-04-0031-2800. Octorara School District.

Auctioneer’s notes: Unique and quiet setting, you’ll love the atmosphere of this property. Personal Property: Kawasaki FR 600 zero turn lawn mower, 17 HP Excellent condition; John Deere 166 LT Rider tractor w/snowplow; Ohio steel 42 in. lawn sweeper, excellent cond.; Agri fab fertilizer/spreader 12 in.; Chicago elec sliding miter saw w/frame & wheels; Brand new small portable green house, still in case; Truck bed tool box; Aluminum ladder; lawn ornaments/yard accessories; Multiple pots/planters; portable electric fireplace; Bose speaker set ….and a few more items.

For additional pictures go to: www.beiler-campbellauctions.com or www.GoToAuction.com or www.auctionzip.com ID #23383

Auctioneer: Alphie Stoltzfus: (717) 629-3722 AU# 06318

610-286-5183

Merle Eberly • Alvin Horning

C. Ivan Stoltzfus CAI Horning Farm Agency, Inc. AY002091

VALUABLE LANCASTER CO. REAL ESTATE Custom 1½ Story Home with Attached 2 Car Garage on a 2.2+ Acre Lot Exmark Radius Zero Turn Mower w/160 Hours +/-, Honda 5,000W Deluxe Generator, Box Lots, & Household Goods 896 Simmontown Road, Gap, PA 17527 Sadsbury Twp. - Octorara Schools August 1, 2023 · 5:00pm - Real Estate at 6:00pm

Well built & kept 3/4 BR, 2.5 bath, 1½ story custom home with attached 2 car garage on a level partially wooded 2.216 acre +/lot. Sunbken Living Room with Cathedral Ceiling w/2 Skylights, Oak Country Kitchen, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom with Full Bath, 16’x22’ Lower-Level Family Room w/Brick Hearth & Harman Pellet Stove, 12’x18’ Den/Sunroof off Kitchen, Floored Attic Storage, Lighted Closets, Ceiling Fans in Bedrooms, Radon System Installed, 10’x14’ Storage Shed in backyard, Heat Pump, Central A/C, onsite Well/Septic. Open for Inspection: 7/16/23·1-3pm & 7/19/23·4-6pm

TERMS: Real Estate-10% Down at auction. Bal by 9/8/23. Buyer pays all realty transfer tax.

FOR: Kenneth M. Creighton & Doreen Creighton

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Place: Gap Self Storage, LLC Date: Wed., July 19, 2023 80 Route 41 Beginning at: 10:00 a.m. Gap, PA 17527 Phone: 717-442-3030

Gap Self Storage, LLC, in order to satisfy its statutory lien pursuant to 73 P.S. 1901 et seq., will sell at PUBLIC SALE all the personal property stored in its facility, placed by:

Unit #113 stored by: Tara Pratt

Unit #149 stored by: Calvin Norman

Unit #171 stored by: Joseph Stringer

Unit #305 stored by: Stephanie A. Matusky

Unit #344 stored by: Robert E. Smith

Unit #368 stored by: Joshua Rivera Jimenez

Unit #467 stored by: Kristina Wales

Unit #483 stored by: Joseph Stringer

Place: Gap Self Storage, LLC Date: Wed., July 19, 2023 845 Houston Run Drive Beginning: at conclusion Gap, PA 17527 of 10:00 A.M. auction listed above.

Phone: 717-442-3030

Gap Self Storage, LLC, in order to satisfy its statutory lien pursuant to 73 P.S. 1901 et seq., will sell at PUBLIC SALE all the personal property stored in its facility, placed by:

Unit #223H stored by: Jennifer Hatton

Sellers: Richard & Geanelli Lewis Attorney: Dave Mersky (717) 299-2950 (717) 442-9221 (610) 384-8433 www.barrdavis.com Announcements at Auction Take Precedence Over Ads

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

R097390

Skin Cancer Foundation offers tips on choosing, using sunscreen

As summer begins and people spend more time outdoors, the Skin Cancer Foundation reminds everyone how to use sunscreen safely and effectively as part of a sun protection routine. Although no single sun protection method is foolproof, research has shown that not only does daily sunscreen use reduce skin cancer risk, but it also helps prevent premature skin aging caused by ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun.

Selecting a sunscreen can seem overwhelming. There are many different formulations, and language on product packaging may be unfamiliar. Deciphering a sunscreen’s label is the first step to choosing the perfect product.

The first thing to consider is the sunscreen’s sun protection factor (SPF). One way to think about SPF is in terms of percentages. SPF 15 filters out approximately 93% of all incoming ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. SPF 30 keeps out 97%, and SPF 50 keeps out 98%. A sunscreen with a minimum of SPF 15 may be fine for days that a person is mostly inside, but those who are planning to spend an extended amount of time outdoors should pick a water-resistant formula with an SPF of at least 30.

The second thing to check for on a label is the term “broad spectrum.” It’s vital that a sunscreen offers broadspectrum protection, which means the product protects against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and UVB rays. Both types of UV rays penetrate the skin and cause damage that can lead to skin cancer.

Once a person has decided on his or her SPF and checked that a product has broad-spectrum protection, he or she can decide on other qualities based on personal preference and lifestyle. For example, check the list of active ingredients on the bottle. For those with sensitive skin, look for a physical filter like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. These substances are less likely to cause skin reactions than chemical ingredients. Many sunscreens combine both chemical and physical filters.

People can also look for the formulation and product “feel” that is right for them. There are quality sunscreen options available in lotions, gels, sticks and sprays. Many offer tinting, antiaging ingredients, dry “sports” feel or benefits for acne-prone skin. There are now many skin care items like serums and moisturizers that include UV filters as well. The most important thing is using the product correctly.

After selecting an appropriate SPF and choosing a broadspectrum formula, understanding application is a must. Use one ounce of sunscreen, about the amount that would fit into a shot glass, to cover the entire body. For the face, a nickel-sized dollop works. Slathering on sunscreen in the morning is not enough to protect a person all day, though. The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends applying sunscreen 30 minutes before going outside, then reapplying every two hours and immediately after swimming or sweating.

Water-resistant sunscreens

See Sunscreen pg 12

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LF, Rainbow $1.35, Sold As Seconds Made in Ephrata, PA. 717-445-5222.

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ACA YORKIEPUPPIES. Vet checked, shots/dewormed, house raised, $1,000. Ready 7/29/23! 717-872-1714

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KING CHARLES CAVALIER SPANIEL, 2 blenheim, 1 tricolor, all females, vet checked/wormed, $750. 717-340-0819.

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POODLE/POINTER MIX PUPPIES, vet checked, dewormed, playful, family raised, $375, 717-445-0125.

PUG PUPPIES, PUREBRED, ready 7/3/23. Vet checked, shots, and dewormed. Fawns $1,200, Pandas $1,300. Parents registered and on premises. 717-756-9522

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HOMEGROWN SWEET CORN

Ready now at LOCUSTHILLFARM

Also Zucchini, Green Beans & more. Raw Milk, Cheese, Butter, Meat, & Eggs 862 Valley Rd., Quarryville, 717-617-9081

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GUNS WANTED INSTANTPAYMENT

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

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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).

WINDYHILL PROPERTY CARE Stump Grinding • Brush Mowing/Clearing • Sm. Tree Pruning/Removal • Landscaping/Hardscaping • Old Fence/Shed Removal • Stone Pads • Light Grading/ Excavating + Firewood. 610-857-2169

PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE AT TOWNLIVELY.COM

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

BUYING INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL Parts; Large breakers, fuses, switches, servo motors, PLCs, drives, bus plugs & other spare machine parts. Lg. lots pref. Will clean out parts rooms. 717-859-4234

BUYING UNWANTED HEATING OIL 40¢/gallon - will pick up. 717-587-7315

CORVETTES WANTED

Any Year. 1953 & Up. Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561

tion 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.

Manufactured Housing

MANUFACTURED DOUBLE-WIDEHOME FOR SALE, on rented 2 acres lot $525/mo., 3BR, 2 baths, 119 Leary Rd., Honey Brook, $75,000. Call Ron 610-384-7011.

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

WEATHER GUARD SHELVING FOR VANS. SECTIONS FOR BOTH SIDES OF A VAN. Contact me for info.: 610-637-5123.

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

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.

DVGRR plans golf fundraiser

The Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue (DVGRR) will sponsor a golf event fundraiser on Friday, Aug. 4, at Foxchase Golf Club, 300 Stevens Road, Stevens, with registration starting at noon. This event is open to the public, and monies raised will go to support DVGRR’s mission of rescuing golden retrievers, doodles, and Labrador retrievers.

The cost per group of four includes green fees, use of two carts, range balls, a gift bag, lunch, dinner, and beer. Lunch will follow registration, and the tournament will begin at 1 p.m. The tournament format is a four-person scramble with a shotgun start, and the event will take place rain or shine. Tournament prizes will include a hole-in-one, longest drive, and closest to the pin.

Golfers must preregister by Monday, July 24, at www.dvgrr.org/golf/. Full details can also be found at the aforementioned website. Sponsorships are available. To register as a sponsor by Friday, July 14, visit www.dvgrr.org/golf/.

Questions can be directed to Inza Adams, development and donor engagement manager, at 717-484-4799 or inza@dvgrr.org.

Sunscreen

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typically offer 40 minutes or 80 minutes of protection when in the water. No sunscreen is truly waterproof, however, so in these situations, be aware of how long the product claims to protect against moisture, and keep an eye on the clock. With reapplication, a person should use up one four-ounce bottle of sunscreen during a full day outdoors.

To find products that have earned the Skin Cancer Foundation’s Seal of Recommendation for safe and effective sun protection, visit www.Skin Cancer.org/recommended -products.

No single sun protection method can protect someone completely. The Skin Cancer Foundation has always recommended a multi-pronged approach to sun safety. While using sunscreen is a crucial part of any sun protection routine, it is also important to seek shade and cover up with clothing, including a widebrimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses.