Christiana library Friends to host yard sale, barbecue
BY FRANCINE FULTON
In conjunction with boroughwide yard sales in Christiana on Saturday, Aug. 24, the Friends of the Moores Memorial Library will hold its own yard sale and a chicken barbecue. The Read Moore Book Store, located in the lower level of the library, will also be open that day.
The yard sale at the library will begin at 8 a.m. Chicken halves, prepared on-site in the library parking lot by Randy Yoder, will be sold beginning at 10 a.m.
Joan Esworthy, Friends president, noted that a variety of yard sale items have been donated by Friends members. “We will have tables set up outside and inside,” she said. “We will have housewares, décor, some jewelry, toys and games.”
Esworthy noted that donations are also being sought for the yard
Final Friday to feature “Dog Days of Summer” theme
BY FRANCINE FULTON
“Dog Days of Summer” will be the theme of Final Friday, to be held in downtown Parkesburg on Aug. 30 from 5 to 9 p.m. During the monthly street fair, presented by the Parkesburg Action Committee (PAC), informational tables will be set up by Canine Partners for Life (CPL), as well as Pine Creek Animal Hospital, one of the event sponsors.
Final Friday will also include vendors, live music and
sale. All items must be clean and in good condition. No clothing or appliances will be accepted.
Donations may be brought to the library during its hours of operation: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 to 7 p.m.; and Saturdays, 8 a.m. to noon.
Proceeds from the yard sale and barbecue will be used for upgrades and restoration work in the Read Moore Book Store.
Esworthy announced that the Friends group is currently seeking new members. The all-volunteer group helps with fundraising and sponsors activities such as story times and the Summer Reading Program.
Volunteers also are responsible for the operation of the Read Moore Book Store, which includes staffing the store and sorting and displaying the donated items. The
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Highlighting the best of Chester County 4-H
BY FRANCINE FULTON
Showcasing all the work that 4-H members complete throughout the year is the goal of the Chester County 4-H Fair, held annually at the Romano 4-H Center in Honey Brook. During this year’s event, which ran from Aug. 5 to 10, 4-H members demonstrated their skill in the handling and care of farm animals, including beef cattle, dairy cows, breeding sheep, market lambs, swine, goats and horses.
In addition to the live animal
shows, 4-H youths displayed projects in various categories, such as sewing and crocheting, woodworking, plants and vegetables, cut flowers, expressive arts, photography, painting and arts and crafts. This year’s show featured 289 tabletop projects.
The Chester County 4-H Dairy Show was held as part of the 4-H Fair Week on Aug. 9. This year, the show was divided by dairy breeds and was judged by Mark Welk of Kirkwood.
“We have a different judge every year because judging is so
Displaying yard sale items are (from left) Friends member Ginny Rettew, library director Trish Vandenbosch and Friends members Cindy Logic, Karen Gallagher, Karen Woods and Kathy Patterson.
Churchill (left photo) and Laurel (right photo) are service dogs trained by Canine Partners for Life, which will have representatives at the event available to answer questions and provide information.
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Stitching in the Stacks
BY FRANCINE FULTON
Every Wednesday from 3 to 5 p.m., a group of sewists can be found at the Atglen Public Library (APL) completing crocheting, knitting and related projects as part of the Stitching in the Stacks program.
Led by library assistant Elizabeth Hanley, the group began meeting in the spring of 2022.
Attendees are asked to bring their own projects to the session. During the gathering on July 31, items being made included a crocheted potholder, a knitted washcloth and a crocheted stuffed cow.
“This is a needle arts group,” Hanley said. “We have crocheting, knitting, hand sewing and spinning. It’s not a teaching group, but if you need some assistance (someone) will jump in.”
exchanges as a way to reuse and recycle unneeded yarn, and they bring in handmade items from their families as part of a show-and-tell activity.
The group is currently working to create a mandala, which is a geometrically shaped pattern of symbols. “One of our group projects that we are working on is a crocheted mandala that will be displayed in the library,” noted Hanley. “We are all adding in a section.”
APL is located at 121 Main St., Atglen. For more information or to register for the Stitching in the Stacks group, visit www.atglenpubliclibrary .org, choose “Register for Programs” and search for “Stitching in the Stacks.” Those with questions may call 610-593-6848.
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Members also enjoy camaraderie and provide critiques and assistance with each other’s projects. “It’s a wonderful, giving, sharing, loving group,” said member Jimmie Paradise. “It’s a place to laugh, have fun and be challenged and pushed outside the box.”
“It’s a place to come and ... get inspired and go home and jump into new things,” said Hanley.
“(Needle art) is a great stress relief,” added member Sue Bowen.
The group members also hold regular yarn
Church sets community meal
The mission committee of the Leacock Presbyterian Church, 3181 Lincoln Highway East, Paradise, will serve a hot meal from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22. The menu will consist of pulled pork sandwiches, corn on the cob, vegetables and dip, chips, fruit cup, and desserts. The meal is free and will be served in the handicapped-accessible Smith Fellowship Hall. For additional information, call the church at 717-687-6619.
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displays by community groups. Parkesburg Free Library staff members will offer children’s activities, including arts and crafts.
Activities will take place in the 200 block of Main Street, where all the stores will be open for shoppers. Live music will be provided by Blues Mojo. Food will be available from Smokin’ Butler Brisket & BBQ.
At the CPL table, volunteers will be on hand to answer questions about the Cochranville-based organization, which breeds, raises, trains and matches service and companion dogs with people in need of support. CPL provides dogs for individuals with physical disabilities as well as medical alert dogs, home companion dogs and more.
“People can learn about volunteer opportunities,
about upcoming events that we have and learn about our programs and services,” explained Kirstin Downie, CPL director of development and communications. Applications will also be available for prospective volunteers. “(Volunteers) do anything from helping at special events, raising puppies, walking dogs on-site, cuddling puppies or helping with whelping - it’s the process of weaning the puppies from the mom,” Downie explained. “(Volunteers) come in when the puppies are born, and in the eight weeks they are here, (the puppies) have 24-hour coverage.”
Downie said that especially needed are volunteers willing to spend time with the puppies throughout the night. “We are anticipating having quite a few litters in
the fall, and we need some night owls for the overnights,” she stated.
To learn more about CPL, visit www.k94life.org or www.facebook.com/ CaninePartnersforLife or follow the organization on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram and LinkedIn.
Final Fridays take place on the last Friday of each month from April through October. The theme on Sept. 27 will be “Fall Fest,” and the theme on Oct. 25 will be “Harvest Moon.”
Community organizations and vendors that would like to participate in the Final Friday program are asked to register at https://parkesburg.my shopify.com.
For more information about PAC and Final Friday, visit www.facebook .com/PAC19365 or email PAC19365@gmail.com.
The Arc receives grant funding
To help further The Arc of Chester County’s mission to advocate, educate, and provide services to empower individuals with disabilities, state Sen. Carolyn Comitta obtained new state grant funding for security upgrades at the organization’s West Chester facility.
The $50,000 award from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development will provide for several security enhancements at The Arc’s facility. The security upgrades will consist of new lighting, cameras, a door entry, fencing, and gating to keep the facilities and all those inside safe from harm.
Throughout this year’s budget negotiations, Comitta joined community members, caregivers, and advocates to support increased investments for those with intellectual disabilities and the direct support professionals who care for them. These efforts helped to secure a 7% rate increase for homeand community-based
Strasburg
service providers.
The Arc of Chester County serves more than 3,000 individuals and families annually, providing a lifetime of programs and services for those with differing abilities and advocating to ensure that individuals with disabilities are afforded their full rights and freedoms.
State Sen. Carolyn Comitta (second from left) joined staff members from The Arc of Chester County, along with community members who receive services from the organization, at The Arc of Pennsylvania’s 2024 Advocacy and Policy Day in Harrisburg.
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Quilt receiving dates are Thursday, August 29th and Friday, August 30th,
We will be receiving, building materials, buggies, and other items on Thursday, September 19th and Friday, September 20th. From 7am-7pm.
We will have loaders on the grounds Monday, September 23rd and Tuesday, September 24th.
No consignments accepted on sale day (LOTS OF GOOD FOOD ALL DAY)
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Aug. 21. Park Ranger Series
Parkesburg Free Library
Community Calendar
105 West St., Parkesburg, 1 p.m. Presented by Chester County Park Ranger Emmett Henry, the program will feature a stream study. Attendees will explore the stream and identify insects. Registration is required by stopping at the circulation desk, calling the library at 610-857-5165 or sending the library a Facebook message.
www.parkesburglibrary.org/upcoming-events
Aug. 21. Kacie’s Cause Support Group
Parkesburg Baptist Church
103 West St., Parkesburg, 7 to 8 p.m.
www.facebook.com/KaciesCauseParkesburg
Aug. 22. Narcotics Anonymous IMPACT Church
101 E. First Ave., Parkesburg, 5 p.m.
Aug. 22. Tai Chi
Parkesburg Free Library, 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Christine Hanning, certified tai chi, qigong and chair yoga instructor, is holding “Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention” classes on Thursdays, Aug. 22 and 29 and Sept. 5, 12 and 19. A fee will be collected for the entire session. Drop-ins will also be welcome for a fee. Participants are asked to register at the library circulation desk.
Aug. 24. Church Service, Free Meal, Guest Speaker New Beginnings Church of the Cross
1 Penn Ave, Christiana. Sunday morning worship will take place at 10 a.m. Guest speaker Ari Hauben from Chosen People Ministries will present “Seeing the Israel War Through a Biblical Lens.” Following the service,
attendees may enjoy a free smorgasbord-style meal. The church is located between Newport Avenue and Pine Street, two blocks from the light at Route 41 and Pine Creek Drive.
www.facebook.com/NewBeginningsCross
Aug. 30 Final Friday
Presented by the Parkesburg Action Committee
200 block of Main Street, Parkesburg, 5 to 9 p.m. The monthly street fair will include vendors, live music and displays by community groups. This month’s theme is “Dog Days of Summer.” For more information visit www.facebook.com/PAC19365 or email PAC19365@gmail.com.
Sept. 7. Saturday on the Porch
Presented by the Christiana Historical Society
William P. Brinton House, 17 Green St. Christiana, 8 a.m. to noon. Attendees will be able to purchase coffee and sweets and enjoy conversation and live music. Musicians Renee Mendenhall and Katie Joy Nellis will perform from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. www.christianahistoricalsociety.com
Sept. 14. Drive-Through Chicken Barbecue
Russellville Grange
245 Old Limestone Road, Oxford, 3 to 5 p.m. The menu will include a half-chicken, potato salad, pickled cabbage, applesauce, a roll, dessert and a beverage. Pre-orders are requested. Call or text 717-572-0010 to place an order. The Grange is located along Route 896 just north of Route 10.
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New scholarships created
The Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM) has created $32,000 in academic scholarships. The scholarships will be split evenly into $16,000 for students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate education in approved schools and who have also achieved the
Student/Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (ST/CHMM) designation and $16,000 for students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate education in approved schools and who also have the Student/Associate Safety and Health Manager (ST/ ASHM) designation.
IHMM has named this scholarship the Dr. John H. Frick Memorial IHMM Scholarship in honor of one of the principal founders of
IHMM, who passed away in 2023.
To be eligible, an applicant must be a full-time student who will be enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate degree program that is an IHMM-approved hazardous materials management or safety, health, and environmental (SH&E) degree program. Applicants should be in good academic standing in their IHMM-approved degree
program with at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA. They must have at least one full academic year remaining at the time of the application deadline, and they must demonstrate a desire to enter the hazardous materials management or SH&E profession upon graduation.
The application deadline is Friday, Oct. 18. For more information, visit https:// ihmm.org/scholarship/ or email info@ihmm.org.
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store, which offers a selection of gently used books at reasonable prices, is open on Mondays through Fridays from 1 to 4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon.
The Friends group meets on the second Thursday of each month at 2 p.m. Currently, the group is planning for its annual fall book
sale to be held in October. Prospective members are welcome to attend the meetings; there is no fee to join.
Moores Memorial Library is located at 9 W. Slokom Ave., Christiana. For more information, contact the library at 610593-6683, visit www.chris tianalibrary.org or search
for “Christiana Library” on Facebook.
According to borough manager Bobbi Maser, communitywide sales are always held in Christiana and surrounding communities on the fourth Saturday in August. She noted that borough residents are not required to purchase yard sale permits to participate.
Maxwell elected chair of regional organization
Josh Maxwell, chair of the Chester County Board of Commissioners, has been elected chairman of the board of the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC), the greater Philadelphia region’s federally designated metropolitan planning organization.
Maxwell will serve as DVRPC board chair for fiscal year 2025, and in this role, he will oversee an 18-member board that represents the ninecounty greater Philadelphia region. In addition to defining the duties of the office of the DVRPC executive director and DVRPC committees, the board establishes regional transportation policies and determines transportation priorities and the allocation of transportation funds to meet those priorities.
The DVRPC was formed in 1965 to provide comprehensive, coordinated planning for the orderly growth and development of, initially, southeastern Pennsylvania and, later, southern New Jersey. The region includes Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania and Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Mercer counties in New Jersey. An interstate, intercounty, and intercity agency, DVRPC is an advisory agency focusing on regional policy and capital funding issues for transportation, economic development, and environment and land use.
ENCOUNTER CHURCH: 300 Hideaway 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 located at 140 Bernard Ave., Cochranville. Pastor Scott Althouse 610-593-6333 fbchapel@zoominternet.net
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
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
IMPACT CHURCH: 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
PARKESBURG WORD OF FAITH CHURCH
Sunday Service 10 am & Wednesday prayer at 7:30 pm - at 501 Lenover Rd., Parkesburg, PA 19365. Call 610-593-2277 www.parkesburgwordoffaith.org
ROCK CHURCH: A Spirit-filled, Full Gospel Church Family. 32 E. State St in Quarryville. Sunday service at 10am. More info at RockChurchLC.org Phone: 717-847-6872
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
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
Where everyone can find a place to belong! 116 Lancaster Pike, Oxford (Rt. 472 at the Rt. 1 bypass ramps). Sunday inperson 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. YOU BELONG HERE! 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, Youth Group & a variety of adult groups. Dr. Jerry Iamurri, Supply Pastor. (610)857-5787 www.uopc-epc.org Find us on Facebook. Christian Preschool: (610)857-0236
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4-H Fair
subjective,” explained Toni Stuetz, Penn State Extension educator. “It’s good for the kids to see and experience somebody different and get different feedback as well.”
Stuetz explained that the dairy show competition is judged in two categories - Showmanship and Fitting. Showmanship scores are based on how well the 4-H members show the best qualities of their animals, while also displaying their skill in handling their animals. Fitting is how well the animals are prepared for the show and how well they
hold up under pressure during judging.
“When they’re doing showmanship, which is how well the child shows the animal, is the place where he gives feedback (about what they could do better),” Stuetz explained. “When he does fitting, which is how well the animals are ready to show, he gives feedback about (the animal’s appearance).”
For example, she said, the judge may suggest using special whitening shampoo for predominantly white cows. “Non-concentrated Dawn dish soap is one of the best things for
washing the cows,” said Stuetz, adding, “(Preparing to show an animal) is a lot of hard work.”
She noted that 50 dairy animals were featured this year by 35 participants, who all wore traditional white clothing for the event. “We have 35 different 4-H kids from all over the county (representing) four dairy clubs,” reported Stuetz. “We have eight seniors that are aging out, so this will be their last show.”
4-H is the youth development program of Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences, Cooperative Extension. The four H’s stand for head, heart, hands and health. 4-H membership is open to all boys and girls ages 8 to 18.
More than 5,000 young people are involved in 4-H in Chester County. Clubs meet in local homes, schools, churches or community centers. Current clubs include Dairy, Dairy Goat, Livestock, Small Animal and Robotics/Engineering. 4-H Community Clubs in Chester County include the West Chester Sewing Club; the Chesco Outdoor Club, which meets monthly at various locations in Chester County; the Shooting Sports Air Pistol Club, which meets at the Romano Center;
and the 4-H Archery Club, which meets in Oxford. A Cloverbuds Club for children ages 5 to 8 meets at the Romano Center. Also offered is the Northern Chester County 4-H Horse and Pony Club, which meets at the Line It Up Farm in Coatesville. Because of the rain-soaked arena at the Romano Center, the 4-H Fair’s horse show was moved to the Line It Up Farm on Aug. 10.
The Penn State Extension 4-H office is located at 601 Westtown Road, Suite 370, West Chester. For more information about 4-H, call 610-696-3500 or visit https://extension .psu.edu/programs/4-h/ counties/chester. More information and photos from the recent 4-H Fair are available at www.facebook .com/chestercounty4H and www.facebook.com/ TheRomano4HCenter ofChesterCounty.
Annsley Frazier (left photo) with her calf, Clover, and Jenna Barbosa (right photo) and her cow, Polly, participated
this year’s Chester County 4-H Dairy Show.
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Railroad Museum unveils garden project to offer a new perspective
BY ADRIAN ESCHENWALD
Railroads have shaped American history in many ways, from the swift westward expansion of the United States to the cascading impact on the formation of small towns and massive cities along railways. Although the 21st century boasts advanced technology once thought the realm of science fiction, the locomotive is anything
but an antique, and it continues to play a vital role in the world of transportation. Railroads’ impact on the world as we know it may be observed in nearly every town, affecting qualities of modern life as minute as the vegetables we eat.
The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, 300 Gap Road, Strasburg, recently completed a project to install a garden of heirloom vegetables in its front lawn. At first
glance, the garden plot has no obvious connection to the colossal train cars that litter the museum’s property, but museum educators Juliette O’Connor and Jesse Shetrom said plants and trains are intertwined in unique ways. Prior to the implementation of railroads as the primary method of transporting perishable goods, many regions grew produce that was unique to the area. After refrigerated train cars made it possible to export food to other states without it spoiling, many vegetables became standardized, which allows someone in Arkansas to enjoy the same produce as someone in Pennsylvania.
One of O’Connor and Shetrom’s goals was to highlight local heirloom vegetables that fell out of favor, and
the garden contains regional varieties such as blue pod peas, scarlet runner beans, black Brandywine tomatoes, Weaver’s stuffing peppers and patty pan squash. The two educators acquired heirloom seeds from the Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum to plant in the garden. In addition to highlighting heirloom vegetables, the Railroad Museum plans to use the new garden as a tool to continuously expand its educational programs in the future. As the museum approaches its 50th anniversary in 2025, O’Connor and Shetrom are using the garden as a central piece in several new programs that will offer new perspectives on the history of railroads
Visitors may see the new garden in the front lawn of the museum as they walk along the path to the entrance.
The new garden features heirloom vegetables including tomatoes, peppers and squash.
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Family mission
BY ANN MEAD ASH
The email from the Witmer family to David S. Thompson, Paradise Township manager, said that the family wanted to donate two youth-sized picnic tables in memory of their son, Zane. “We can create an environment for families to make lasting memories together. We hope that this donation will enhance the overall park experience and bring joy to all who visit,” the family stated.
The tables were readily accepted for placement in the park on Aug. 7. “I’m inspired by your motivation to transform grief into a positive and lasting impact,” wrote Thompson in response.
On Aug. 7 at 11 a.m., the Witmer family - David and Jennifer and their children David Jr. and Caitlyn - met with Paradise Park manager Adryan Yothers at the park, 6 London Vale Road, Paradise. Two youth-sized picnic tables were stacked in a blue trailer painted with web addresses for the Zane A. Witmer Memorial Foundation. Father and son removed the two tables, which were placed on the corners of a playground adjacent to one of the park pavilions. “We were last here (in the park) in 2017,” recalled Jennifer, who noted that David Jr. was part of the Scouting program that met in a building in the park. “We would come down here to play.” Jennifer recalled the family taking part in the annual Easter egg hunt held in the park, as well.
The family has placed 14 picnic tables in area parks, including tables in Strasburg and Bird-in-Hand.
The Witmer family lost its youngest son, Zane, age 2 and a half, in August of 2017 in Fort Myers, Fla. Jennifer explained that while the Witmers were moving a family member to a new home, Zane disappeared. David later found the toddler in the pool. Zane died at Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida in Fort Myers.
Following Zane’s death, the family founded a nonprofit organization with the mission of raising awareness of and preventing childhood drowning. “We do water safety education in the community,” explained Jennifer, noting that the foundation offers life jackets for area residents to borrow. “I am certified to teach survival swim lessons,” she stated. “I teach babies from six months to self-rescue.”
Each fall, the family loads the trailer with donations for the hospital where Zane died. “(Zane’s) birthday is Nov. 21, so every year on his birthday, we take 1,121 blankets to the hospital where he passed,” explained Jennifer.
A yearly golf outing helps to fund foundation activities. The third annual tournament will be held at Fairview Golf Course, 2399 Quentin Road, Lebanon, on Friday, Oct. 4, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration will begin at 7 a.m., and a buffet luncheon will be served at 12:30 p.m. Jennifer said that the organization is looking for golfers to take part in this year’s event by registering at https://becauseofzane .org. More information about the organization may also be found by searching for “Because of Zane” on Facebook.
The Witmer family - (from left) Jennifer, David, David Jr., and Caitlyn - at one of two picnic tables the family donated to Paradise Park
United Way event to focus on ’80s music
United Way of Chester County will hold its Live United in Music event on Thursday, Sept. 12, at 5:30 p.m. at Penn Oaks Golf Club, 150 Penn Oaks Drive, West Chester. The event, presented by Di and Dallas Krapf and CTDI, will benefit United Way of Chester County’s financial security programs. The show will be headlined by Decade80, which presents music of
the ’80s.
Tickets include a cocktail reception with an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, and the performance. Corporate sponsorships are available. To purchase tickets and learn more about sponsorship opportunities, visit www.LiveUnitedin Music.com or call 610429-9400. Tickets have sold out quickly for 10 consecutive years.
Native tree and shrub sale posted
The Penn State Master Watershed Steward Program will hold its annual native tree and shrub sale through Wednesday, Aug. 28. The sale will feature a limited supply of 18 different trees and shrubs, all of which are native to Pennsylvania.
Buyers will select one of the 27 curbside pickup locations across the state where plants may be collected in September and
October. All items must be preordered; plants will not be available for purchase at pickup sites.
Proceeds will support Master Watershed Steward activities in the buyer’s region. Stewards plant trees to intercept and infiltrate stormwater, stabilize soils, and filter pollutants. For complete details and to order, visit https://tinyurl .com/2024TreeShrubSale.
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and interactive environmental education to visitors and local school districts. The garden will be dedicated on Earth Day next April to launch the museum’s event schedule for its 50th anniversary.
“The garden is an opportunity to revamp the museum’s outside space,” Shetrom said. “(O’Connor and I) are avid gardeners at home, and we were looking forward to doing something a bit different.” Shetrom added that he and O’Connor hope to expand the garden to more areas of the property, which will include
native plants and flowers to attract pollinators.
The implementation of the garden aligns with the restructuring of Pennsylvania’s new educational standards to place a focus on environmental literacy. The garden will allow the Railroad Museum to maximize its vacant outdoor plots by making the property more sustainable, and it plans to expand its partnerships to conservation groups, gardeners and state agencies in addition to local schools.
For more information, visit www.rrmuseumpa.org.
REAL ESTATE AUCTION
Single Family Home with Attached Garage on Large Lot 1019 Ericsson Drive, Coatesville, PA 19320
Auction Date is Saturday, September 7, 2024 at noon / 12 pm at the property.
**Open House: August 25. Time: 11am-1pm.** 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 2 Story + Basement, All Season Room, Garage. Located in Downingtown, PA School District. central Chester County location. New roof/aluminum siding/windows, new flooring, paint, recent kitchen & bathroom updates, see full listing for more. Fenced backyard, generator, 1/2 acre. Washer, dryer, kitchen appliances, and more included.
Listed price is in no way indicative to the seller’s acceptable bid price. The property is up for auction with reserve and property is being Sold “as is where is” with no contingencies.
Winning bidder pays non-refundable down payment of $15,000 on the day of the Auction (applied to purchase price), settlement within 30 days. A 7% buyer’s premium will be added to the winning bid price. Buyer pays 2% PA Transfer Tax. Auction will be held at the property. Broker Protected MLS #PACT2070640. Brokers Must Preregister!! Guaranteed Free and Clear Title! Accepting Good PA Check, Bank Check or Certified Funds. Checks to: REMAX of Reading. Keystone Auctions LLC PA Auction License# AY002300 Website listing with pictures: www.auctionzip.com Contact Phone: 717-755-8954 / Web: www.auctionsbykeystone.com.
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Custom brick rancher
ACRES, 4 acres woodland, balance lawn, garden area w/mature shade. After 54 years, owners downsizing & serious to sell. Quiet country location, low traffic road. Move-in condition, well maintained low maintenance house. Minutes to Honey Brook, Morgantown, Parkesburg, Compass & Brandamore w/easy access to Rt. 10, Rt. 322 & Turnpike. Personal inspection by appointment or open house August 17, 24 & 31 from 1 to 4 P.M. For borchure or land plotting, visit www.klinekreidergood.com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368).
Randal V. Kline
Roy E. Good, Jr.
Aaron Z. Nolt
Curvin M. Horning
717-733-1006
Lic. #499, 2116, 5064, 3956
TWO-DAY AUCTION
Robert L. & Pauline Stoltzfus 484-881-1089
R109639 www.klinekreidergood.com
Frens graduates from program
Colleen Frens (left), Chester County solicitor, receives a Center for Excellence in County Leadership graduate certificate from Todd Snovel, chief leadership and engagement officer with the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania.
Colleen Frens, Chester County solicitor, recently graduated from the Center for Excellence in County Leadership (CEL), a professional development program of the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania (CCAP).
The CEL program seeks to foster individual growth through interactive and high-level executive training aimed at improving participants’ communication,
management, and leadership skills. The program includes classes in leadership styles, managerial versatility, interpersonal dynamics, strategic planning, media management, daily communication problem solving, and decision making.
The 2024 CEL program was produced by Dering Consulting Group. For more information about CCAP, visit www .pacounties.org.
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Turnpike Commission warns of scam
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) advises the public that a smishing scam is being attempted. The scam aims to deceive people so they will share their personal financial information to settle outstanding toll amounts.
The texts purport to be from Pennsylvania Turnpike Toll Services and center around urgent requests to settle unpaid tolls; the texts claim that the recipient will be charged an additional amount if an overdue balance is not paid. Similar scams have recently been reported by toll agencies across the country.
People who receive an unsolicited text, email, or similar message suggesting it is from the PTC or another toll agency should not click on the link. E-ZPass account holders and Toll By Plate customers can use approved safe methods to check their accounts such as the official PTC E-ZPass website or the PA Toll Pay app available from the Apple App Store or the Google Play store.
Those who receive a fraudulent text may file a complaint with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at www.ic3.gov. The site is dedicated to sharing information on internet crimes across law enforcement agencies.
To learn more about how to stay safe from scams, visit www.paturnpike.com/ about-us/security-fraud.
