Parkesburg Free Library welcomes new director
BY FRANCINE FULTON
“It is a beautiful library. It is light and airy, and I could tell that it was a very community-oriented place just from when you first walk in,” said Faith Dopirak, the new director of Parkesburg Free Library when describing her first visit to the library, adding, “The staff was all very friendly.”
Dopirak replaces long-time library director Tom Knecht, who retired in 2023. After interviewing with the library board, she was named director in August. “I was the children’s librarian at the Oxford Library until 2019. I was there for two years,” she explained. “In between there and
here, I was a stay-at-home mom for a few years.”
A graduate of Avon Grove High School, Dopirak received a degree in fashion design and English from Albright College. She earned a master’s degree in library and information science from Clarion University, now known as PennWest Clarion.
Dopirak said that she plans to continue the library’s successful programming and add new activities as well. The library currently offers a Chess Club on Tuesdays, with groups that meet at 12:30 p.m. and at 4:15 p.m.; Story Hour, which is offered on Wednesdays at 10 a.m.; Kids Craft & Story Time, offered on Thursdays at noon; a Mystery
Book Club, which meets on the third Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m.; and a knitting club, which meets on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m.
“There are really great programs here. The Chess Club is very well attended on Tuesdays, and we have a knitting group and a Mystery Book Club that has been well attended for many years,” said Dopirak. “I have started a new story time. There was already story time on Wednesdays that was put together in conjunction with the (Octorara) Primary Learning Center. I do the story time on Thursdays now. As a previous children’s librarian, I could jump right into the children’s programming.”
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BY FRANCINE FULTON
For a young man working on acquiring the rank of Eagle Scout who loves cats and dogs, there is no better community service project than one that benefits animals in need.
For his required Eagle Scout project, Raul “Bubba” Laguna, a member of Parkesburg Troop 135, held a pet food drive for the Brandywine Valley SPCA.
Laguna, 17, a senior at Avon Grove Charter School, collected food at Tractor Supply in Parkesburg and at Pet Supplies Plus in Avondale for three consecutive Sundays - Oct. 27, Nov. 3 and Nov. 10 - from 12:30 to 5 p.m.
Shoppers were offered a list of items most needed by the SPCA as they entered the stores, and Laguna collected donations as shoppers exited the stores. During the collection drives, he
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Holiday toy drive underway
BY FRANCINE FULTON
In preparation for the Christmas on Main event in Parkesburg, the Parkesburg Action Committee (PAC), in conjunction with local businesses, is sponsoring its third annual holiday toy drive. Area residents are asked to drop off new, unwrapped toys during business hours at Flowers in Bloom, 213 Main St., Parkesburg. Toys will be accepted through Monday, Dec. 2.
PAC member Tina O’Connor
noted residents also have the option to donate a toy by visiting giving trees that will be placed later this month at Spring House Spirits, 217 Main St., Parkesburg, and the Grocery Outlet, 110 W. First Ave., Parkesburg. “A tree will be put up at Spring House Spirits and the Grocery Outlet. Each ornament will include a suggestion for a toy or a child’s need,” noted O’Connor. “The community can take an ornament off the tree, purchase that item, and return the unwrapped item to Flowers in Bloom by Dec. 2.”
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Eagle Scout candidate Raul “Bubba” Laguna held a pet food drive for the Brandywine Valley SPCA.
Faith Dopirak is the new director of the Parkesburg Free Library.
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International Christmas in Intercourse
BY ANN MEAD ASH
Members of the Intercourse Merchants Association (IMA) have planned something new for the 27th annual Intercourse Village Holiday Celebration. “We’ve taken what we’ve had over the past 26 years, and we are embellishing it with a German Christmas market,” explained IMA member Carl Kosko.
include the Shepherds Walk and live Nativity, along with the Christmas Lodging and Cookie Tour, which was first held last year, and a new cookie contest.
On Dec. 6, luminaria will line Center Street. Food trucks will be located at the library at the top of the hill both Friday and Saturday. Food will include stuffed hot dogs, soup, coffee, and acai bowls.
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Fellow IMA member Mike Sensenig described how a dozen sheds donated by Lapp Structures will be set in a circle on the grass in front of the Intercourse Library, 31 Center St., Intercourse. A variety of crafters will occupy the sheds under a Christmas light display designed by Tim Ober, who previously designed displays at Dutch Wonderland. “He is decorating the facility to look like a carousel,” said Sensenig, who noted the library’s gazebo will be incorporated into the plan.
With the German Christmas market or Christkindlmarkt, as the centerpiece, IMA will host the celebration on Friday, Dec. 6, and Saturday, Dec. 7. Traditional activities will
The German Christmas market will be open from noon until 7 p.m. on Dec. 6. Santa will be transported to the library on a fire truck, and the tree lighting will commence following his 6 p.m. arrival. Other Dec. 6 activities will include carriage rides by requested donation, holiday photo opportunities, and a living ornament workshop featuring a glass globe put on by Ken’s Gardens. There is a two-tiered cost for the make-and-take activity, but registration is not required. The design will feature miniature succulents or air plants, miniature figurines, and a variety of seasonal decorations.
On Dec. 7, the German Christkindlmarkt will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Entries for the cookie contest must be dropped off at the library by 11:30 a.m., with judging taking place at 3 p.m. Each entry must include a dozen cookies. Cookies in a variety of categories are welcome, and
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a best children’s cookie category is open to any child under the age of 18. Those wishing to register in advance may do so at https://tinyurl.com/IMA XmasCookie. Entries will also be permitted on the day of the contest.
In 2023, the first IMA Christmas Lodging and Cookie Tour was held. This year’s tour will begin at 1 p.m. on Dec. 7. The tour will include The Osceola Mill House, The Inn at Kitchen Kettle, the AmishView Inn & Suites, and the Best Western, and The Inn & Spa at Intercourse Village. Tickets for the tour may be purchased while available at
http://tiny.cc/LodgingTour.
A second living ornament workshop will be held on Dec. 7, and Dickens’ Carolers will stroll the village streets. Dancers and a bell choir will perform as well. Additional traditional events that will be held on Dec. 7 will include the Shepherds Walk, which will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the Bird-in-Hand Bank. Local children are invited to dress as shepherds and take part. The walk will proceed to the live Nativity behind the library. More information about the events is available at www.villageof intercourse.com.
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O’Connor also encourages community members to purchase a “Shop Local, Shop Happy” tote bag at Flowers in Bloom, which can be used while shopping.
“The tote bag includes coupons to local businesses,” she said. “We are encouraging the Parkesburg
community to do all of their (holiday) shopping locally.”
The tote bags were printed by Creations From the Basement. Proceeds from sales will be used to purchase additional toys for the holiday toy drive.
Donated toys will be distributed to families in need at the Christmas on Main Event, set for Saturday, Dec. 7, from 2 to 6 p.m. A tree lighting will be featured at 6 p.m.
The community tree will remain lit throughout the holiday season.
For more information about the toy drive and Christmas on Main, visit www.facebook.com /PAC19365 or email PAC19365@gmail.com. More information is also available at the “Shop Local Shop Happy - Christmas on Main” Facebook event page.
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“We will be decorating the community Christmas tree on Saturday, Dec. 1, at 1 p.m. The tree is located on Main Street,” O’Connor noted. “The community is welcome to help us decorate.”
Santa arrives at the Intercourse Library just prior to the tree lighting during the 2023 Intercourse Village Holiday Celebration.
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She said that the Chess Club is one of the library’s most popular programs. “Our Chess Club is for all ages. There are children as young as 8 or 9 and adults in their 70s and 80s. It is a wide-reaching program for us,” said Dopirak, noting that chess boards are provided. “The older people are teaching the younger children how to play. That is the best way to learn is from people who have been playing for a long time.”
“It’s very popular with the homeschooling groups,” she added. “The homeschool families come, and the parents will congregate and have conversations while their children are playing.”
Dopirak said that she wants people to be aware that the library is more than a place to borrow books. “I am trying to add as much programming as possible because it is a great way to get people into the library who might not otherwise (visit),” she noted.
The library also offers a community garden, and free produce is offered throughout the summer
on the library’s sharing table courtesy of the Parkesburg Borough Council. “The table was filled with peppers and tomatoes. It is a wonderful resource,” Dopirak said.
The library also has a book nook where patrons can purchase books and other materials for a nominal fee. A Little Free Library, where people can take a book or leave a book, is also located in front of the library building.
“I am (planning) to do a bunch of holiday-centered programs in November and December,” noted Dopirak. She said that she has enjoyed meeting residents of Parkesburg and surrounding communities.
“The first couple of weeks I was here, everyone was saying they were glad there is a new director (after a hiatus) and ‘Glad you are here.’ It was very welcoming,” she said, adding that she is able to offer programming, which not all library directors have an opportunity to do. “Being able to do programs ... that really helps me get in with the patrons and meet everyone and learn more
Arborist course planned
Penn State Extension will offer the Arborist Short Course Series from Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, to Friday, Feb. 7.
Designed to increase working tree knowledge and professional arborist skills, the course aims to prepare participants for the Certified Arborist exam through the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), as well as improve their marketability. The course is designed to allow participants to view lectures live or via recordings and take the required quizzes to complete the course and receive a certificate of completion and ISA CEUs, if requesting them. Topics will include tree
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about the community itself. It is a beneficial part of this job.”
The Parkesburg Free Library is located at 105 West St., Parkesburg. Hours and days of operation are Mondays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information about library activities, visit www.parkesburg library.org or search for “Parkesburg Free Library” on Facebook. Those with questions may email Fdopirak@ccls.org.
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biology; tree planting and establishment; tree identification and selection; tree pruning; protecting trees during construction; cabling, bracing, and lightning protection; tree insect and disease diagnosis and management; soils; water relations; tree nutrition; and urban forest management.
To register by Friday, Jan. 3, visit https://extension .psu.edu/ and search for “Arborist Short Course Series.” The Extension recommends that participants obtain the ISA Certification Study Guide for the course, and a discount code is available; more details will be provided after registration.
Historical
society to meet
The Historical Society of Salisbury Township will meet on Thursday, Nov. 21, at 7 p.m. The gathering will be held at the Salisbury Township Building, 5581 Old Philadelphia Pike, Gap.
Stephen J. Shaw will present “Correction and Injustice of Black Soldier Valor.”
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Operation Christmas Child announced
Volunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, from Monday, Nov. 18, to Monday, Nov. 25. More than 4,700 drop-off locations will be available across the country.
Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child - a project of Samaritan’s Purse - has been collecting and delivering gift-filled shoeboxes to children, including many who are experiencing war, poverty, disease, or disaster. Operation Christmas Child aims to reach another 12 million children in 2024 with the Gospel.
Shoebox packing is an activity suitable for individuals, families, and groups. A step-bystep guide is available by
visiting https://samar itanspurse.org/what -we-do/operation-christ mas-child/ and clicking “How to Pack.” The project partners with local churches around the globe to deliver these tangible expressions of God’s love to children in need. Participants can donate a set amount per shoebox online and receive a tracking label to discover each box’s destination.
Participants can visit the aforementioned website to find the nearest drop-off location and hours of operation as they make plans to drop off their shoebox gifts. The online lookup tool is searchable by city or ZIP code. Signs at each location will identify the drop-off.
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divided his time between the two locations and he was accompanied by his friends, fellow Scouts and Scoutmaster Russell Bishop. Laguna provided water and snacks to the volunteers.
“I wasn’t sure about what to do (for my project), but I wanted to do something that had to do with animals. I decided I wanted to do a food drive,” said Laguna, who has two pet cats and a dog.
Prior to the collection drives, Laguna visited the West Chester campus to learn about the needs of the SPCA. “I proposed the idea and asked them if they would be willing to accept the donations,” he stated. “They did not want leashes or dog bedding, but they are in need of food.”
He also visited several other stores to see if they were interested in being a donation site. “I talked with the general managers about if I could come on their property and set up a stand outside,” he said.
think (Scouting) teaches you a lot (about) ethics and morals. It also gives you a bunch of skills … that come in handy.”
Laguna plans to deliver the food directly to the SPCA later this month and then complete his Eagle Scout paperwork, which will eventually be submitted to the Chester County Boy Scout Council.
“The planning was a lot of work; the (collection) was the easy part,” he shared. “I will take all of the paperwork to our adviser, and he will give it a last (check).” His Eagle Court of Honor Ceremony will take place at the VFW.
He said he chose the Parkesburg store because the troop’s sponsor is Parkesburg VFW Post 4480. He chose the southern Chester County location because it is near his home.
Following graduation, Laguna hopes to study business with a possible career in the restaurant industry. “I am looking to have an internship with my father (Raul), who works as an auto technician, and another internship with my mom (Gardenia), who is a general manager of a Mexican restaurant. When I was a little younger, my mom got me (a job) as a busboy, and I fell in love with the way a restaurant works,” he stated. “I want to have a business degree and (maybe) open a restaurant.”
For the first weekend, people donated about a half ton of items, which included 781 pounds of dog food and 204 pounds of cat food. The items are currently being stored in a sealed trailer.
Laguna will turn 18 in December, so he must complete all his Eagle Scout paperwork prior to that.
“I have been doing Scouts since I was 5,” he said. “I
While Laguna’s pet food drive is over, he encourages people to bring donations directly to the SPCA, located at 1212 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester. The SPCA operates a pet food pantry, distributing food to people struggling to feed their pets. Donations are always needed to keep the pantry shelves stocked. To learn more, visit https://bvspca.org.
Intercourse Fire Company, 10 N. Hollander Road, Intercourse, will host an all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast on Saturday, Nov. 23, from 6 to 10 a.m. There is a fee, with a discount for
kids ages 4 to 8. Those age 3 and under may eat for free. The breakfast is usually held on the fifth Saturday of the month. The date was altered due to hunting season.
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PennDOT posts contest for students
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) invites high school students from across the state to participate in the eighth annual PennDOT Innovations Challenge, which encourages students to use their problem-solving, creative and strategic thinking abilities to solve real-world transportation challenges in a competition among their peers. The Innovations Challenge is open to all students in grades nine through 12, regardless
of their school’s learning model.
For this year’s challenge, students are asked to develop a cost-effective, innovative solution that may help PennDOT more effectively increase awareness of seat belt safety and change behavior to improve roadway safety. PennDOT is committed to continuously improving roadway safety, and the agency works to do so using a multifaceted strategy, which involves promoting behavioral programs and
implementing infrastructure improvements.
Regional Innovations Challenge winners will be selected and invited to present their solutions to the PennDOT secretary and a panel of judges, which will determine the statewide winner. For this year’s challenge, four organizations are providing a combined total award of $6,000 to the statewide winning team. These organizations are the Transportation Policy and Education Foundation, an educational arm of the
Agent earns designation
Arthur Hall Insurance has announced that commercial lines account manager Nava Noles has successfully completed the professional Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) designation. Noles is based in the West Chester office.
The CISR designation is widely recognized as a standard of excellence in the insurance industry.
CISRs complete five comprehensive courses and pass examinations covering personal and commercial insurance, as well as agency operations. They also commit to annual continuing education to maintain their designation and stay current with industry developments
Arthur Hall Insurance places a high value on professional development as a
cornerstone for delivering expert risk management solutions and exceptional client experiences. Earning the CISR designation reflects a commitment to professionalism and a dedication to deepening one’s knowledge of the insurance landscape.
For more information about Arthur Hall Insurance, visit www.arthur hall.com.
Associated Pennsylvania Constructors (APC); the American Council of Engineering Companies of PA (ACEC/PA); the Mid-Atlantic Section of the Institute of Transportation Engineers (MASITE); and the Intelligent Transportation Society of Pennsylvania (ITSPA).
For complete details, visit www.penndot.pa.gov/ innovation and click on the Innovations Challenge tile on the right side of the page. The submission deadline is Friday, Jan. 31, 2025.
Picking the perfect time to retire
Professionals work hard to achieve both short- and long-term goals. Retirement certainly qualifies as a long-term goal, and many people spend decades building and investing in a nest egg that they hope will help them enjoy their golden years to the fullest extent.
The decision regarding when to retire is affected by a host of variables, so a good time for one individual may not be ideal for another. Professionals on the cusp of retirement can consider several factors as they try to pick the right time to retire.
Individuals should familiarize themselves with the rules of Social Security so they can maximize their benefits. Individuals can begin claiming Social Security benefits at age 62, although those benefits will be reduced by 25%. If individuals wait until they are 66 or, in some cases, 67 to See Retiring pg 9
Nava Noles
Christmas Craft Bazaar
St. Catherine’s Church, Quarryville 955 Robert Fulton Highway (Rt. 222 South - Across From Solanco High School)
Santa’s Attic & Gift Baskets 2024 Christmas
Specialty Breakfast Burritos, Chicken Corn Soup, Chili, Hot Dogs, Meatball Sandwiches & Baked Goods
Community Calendar
Nov. 13 and 20. Bible Study Group
Parkesburg Mennonite Church
44 E. Second Ave., Parkesburg, 10 a.m. The fall Bible study will focus on Ephesians. The topic on Nov. 13 will be “Unity and Different Spiritual Gifts in Christ’s Body.” The topic on Nov. 20 will be “Becoming New People With One Another.” Coffee and pastries will be provided.
Nov. 13. Kacie’s Cause Support Group
Parkesburg Baptist Church
103 West St., Parkesburg, 7 to 8 p.m.
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Nov. 14. Free Meal
Leacock Presbyterian Church
3181 Lincoln Highway East, Paradise, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
In celebration of Thanksgiving. the menu will consist of Amish filling, which includes turkey; gravy; mashed potatoes; broccoli and cauliflower; cranberry sauce; fruit salad; and desserts. For more information, call the church at 717-687-6619.
Nov. 14. Narcotics Anonymous
IMPACT Church
101 E. First Ave., Parkesburg, 5 p.m.
Nov. 16 and 17. Ten Thousand Villages Gift Shop
Oxford Presbyterian Church, 6 Pine St., Oxford. The shop will be open on Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 15, from 10 a.m. to noon, as well as Friday, Dec. 6, from 5 to 8 p.m. Items offered for sale will include handmade jewelry, seasonal decorations, ornaments and pottery. Local author Iris Gray Dowling will sign copies of her books on Dec. 6.
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Nov. 17. Church Service, Free Meal
New Beginnings Church of the Cross
1 Penn Ave, Christiana. Sunday morning worship will take place at 10 a.m., followed by a free smorgasbordstyle meal.
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Dec. 7. Christmas Bazaar
Leacock Presbyterian Church, Paradise, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Featured will be holiday gifts, craft vendor tables and a used toy sale. Food, including soups and bonbons, will also be offered. For more information or to rent a table, call 301-452-2215.
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Management workshop planned
Penn State Extension will offer a webinar, “Managing for Trust,” on Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 1 to 2 p.m.
Attendees will learn to identify communication behaviors that erode trust, gain practical strategies for building and maintaining trust, and explore the key elements of being a trustworthy leader. Participants will
also discover how trustbased strategic thinking can elevate team collaboration and get actionable tips on addressing team challenges with empathy and appreciation.
The event is free of charge. Registration is required by visiting https://extension .psu.edu/ and searching for “Essential Skills: Managing for Trust.”
What different types of noises may indicate about your vehicle
Automobiles have come a long way since their introduction more than 100 years ago. The cars of today are technological marvels, which has made both driving and maintaining a vehicle simpler in certain ways. For example, built-in diagnostic systems can now alert drivers when something is wrong with their car. Although that feature is undeniably useful, drivers can still benefit from learning to recognize issues by ear. Many problems that can affect a car or truck produce unusual sounds, and
learning what certain noises may indicate can help drivers detect problems as soon as possible.
- Rattling sound in a wheel well: Many people have mistakenly placed clothing in a dryer without realizing the clothing had spare change in the pockets. That mistake is immediately apparent once the dryer starts thanks to the unpleasant noise of coins bouncing off the interior of the machine. Drivers may hear a similar sound when behind one of their car’s
wheels and wonder what’s behind it. Such a sound often indicates that there’s a loose lug nut inside the hubcap. This issue can arise when drivers don’t secure the wheel tightly after changing their own tire or if mechanics make the same mistake when rotating or replacing tires during a routine maintenance session.
- Squeaking sound: The auto insurance experts at Geico note that rear-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicles may produce a rhythmic squeaking sound when
PUBLIC AUCTION
Tuesday, December 17 • 2pm 777 Mt. Vernon Rd. Gap, PA 17527
•8.5 acre property in country setting Well water & public sewer available •6 mobile home spaces • 4 spaces occupied
NOTICE of PUBLIC SALE
Gap Self Storage, LLC
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024
80 Route 41 Beginning at 10 a.m. Gap, PA 17527 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 #144 stored by: Dawn M. Huskey
Unit #483 stored by: Joseph Stringer
Unit #171 stored by: Joseph Stringer
Unit #137 stored by: Gema Sabo
Unit #205 stored by: Kimberly A. Harper
Unit #220 stored by: Julie Mohr
Gap Self Storage, LLC Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024 845 Houston Run Drive After 10 a.m. auction Gap, PA 17527 listed above 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 #088H stored by: Frank Nieves
Unit #223H stored by: Jennifer Hatton
Unit #325H stored by: Amaryllis A. Villafane
Unit #171H stored by: Brandon M. Mayer
Unit #175H stored by: Ericka Rieck
Unit #174H stored by: Tiffany Humphrey
Unit #131H stored by: Tara Pratt
Intercourse Self Storage Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024 2 Heritage Drive After 10 a.m. auction Gordonville, PA 17529 listed above 717-455-0505
Intercourse 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 #282 stored by: Janet Smolko
Conditions: All
4-H clubs to offer archery and more
an issue arises with the universal joint. JD Power notes that the universal joint, often referred to as a U-joint, is part of the system that enables the rotating crankshaft in the engine of a vehicle to transfer that rotating motion to the rear wheels. U-joints get a workout whenever vehicles are driven, so they require maintenance, and a squeaking sound is one indicator that the U-joint needs to be addressed immediately.
- Squealing sound: A high-pitched squealing sound typically means the vehicle’s brake pads are worn out. However, Cars.com notes that if such a sound is only present when a car is first driven in the morning, it could just be surface rust being scraped off the rotors. After a few initial applications of the brakes, the sound might disappear. If it doesn’t, the vehicle will likely need new brake pads.
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BID AUCTION
Full BA Traditional farmhouse style home w approx. 3,754 sq ft. of living space and additional 730 sq. ft of living space on lower level. Approx 10.696 Acres. Build date circa 1740. Layout: First floor - attached oversized 1 car garage; mudroom; large double machine laundry; spacious eat in kitchen connected to family room w/ gas stove which opens onto large deck area. First floor master bedroom with attached full bath and soaking tub; Living room which opens onto wrap around porch; work room currently used as sewing room; office; full bath. Second floor: 4 bedrooms, full shared hallway bath. Basement: Full partially finished basement - rec area partially finished with plenty of shelf storage. Outbuildings: Large well kept bank barn with lower level leading out to pasture/land - paved driveway access to all levels - barn includes insu-lated office, shop, large rec area and equipment/hay storage area with four large oversized doors. Detached over-sized 3 car garage. Utilities: Well water and on site septic, oil furnace w/ hw baseboard heat - also split unit and woodstove, 200 amp electric. Taxes: TBD after subdivision. Property features: Spacious and well maintained house; large bank barn, paved driveways throughout property; beautiful views from wraparound porch and decks; quiet and private setting. Auctioneer’s Note: Beautiful and secluded farmette with spacious house and exterior decks/porches overlooking land. Large bank barn offers lots of options for this property. Approx. 5 acres tillable or pasture. Broker Participation of 1% offered to successful high bidder Broker Realtor. Terms: Property sold As-Is. 10% deposit of purchase price within 48 hours of accepted high bid. Buyer pays 2% State Transfer Tax. Bid opening on Dec 10, 2024 @ 5:00 PM. Settlement on or before 90 days. Property to be subdivided prior to settlement and sale contingent upon subdivision. Call auctioneer for bid packet and info. Showings: Open House Dates: Saturday, Nov. 16, Tuesday, Nov. 19 and Wednesday, Dec. 4. All hours are 4-6 P.M. Property also shown by appointment. Please call auctioneer at (717) 575-4263 to schedule private showing.
The Chester County 4-H Shooting Sports Program is open to youths ages 8 to 18. This program emphasizes safe handling of firearms and archery equipment while seeking to foster self-confidence and leadership skills in a supportive environment designed for positive youth development.
The Chester County 4-H program has four shooting sports clubs that meet either monthly or in eightweek sessions. Enrollment is open in the following disciplines: shotgun, archery, and air pistol. Each club is limited to 15 members.
The Chester County 4-H Archery Club is open to youths age 8 and up. Meetings are held at the Oxford Gun Club, 880 Chrome Road, Oxford, on the second Tuesday of each month from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
The Northern Chester County 4-H Archery Club will meet at the Romano 4-H Center, 1841 Horseshoe
Pike, Honey Brook, from January to March and will be open to youths ages 8 to 18. The dates and times are to be determined.
The Shooting Sports: 4-H Air Pistol Club meetings will be on Monday evenings from 6:30 to 8 p.m. until Dec. 16 at the Romano 4-H Center. The club is open to members ages 8 to 18.
The Shooting Sports: 4-H Shotgun Club meets once a month on Friday evenings at the Oxford Gun Club. Upcoming meeting dates include Dec. 6; Feb. 21, 2025; and March 7. Members must be age 12 or older.
Families new to 4-H can register for the Chester County Shooting Sports clubs at http://4h.zsuite .org. Participants must be enrolled in 4-H to join. For more information about the Chester County Shooting Sports program, contact the Chester County 4-H office at 610-696-3500 or chesterext@psu.edu.
Library Friends plan
holiday yard sale
The Friends of the Moores Memorial Library will hold an indoor holiday yard sale on Friday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will take place in the Read Moore Book Store, 9 W. Slokom
Ave., Christiana. Christmas decorations will be for sale, along with many other gently used items, including books, puzzles, and knick-knacks. All proceeds will go toward purchasing new computers for public use in the library.
Auction For: The Estate of Ruth Ann Crasten & The Estate of Edward Summers Attorney: Linda Kling, Esquire
Madeleine Cross practices archery skills.
Tips to simplify holiday cooking
Food is an important component of the holiday season for millions of people around the globe.
Many a holiday host has wrestled with what to serve at a gathering and how to prepare meals while still finding time to spend with loved ones. Hosts can consider several tips to simplify holiday cooking this year. They may utilize shopfrom-home services. Supermarkets can be particularly busy around the holidays, and shopping from home can save time and reduce stress. People may find that the fee involved for this service may be worth it.
Retiring
Hosts may also scale back on the sides. Some hosts feel an impressive dinner spread is one with plenty of options, but serving many sides may require a lot of time and money. Additionally, guests might fill up on rolls, potatoes and salads, leaving little room for the main course. Offering fewer sides may create more time for hosts to mingle with guests and ensure everyone gets enough of the main course.
Hosts who do not want to reduce the amount of food available but may not have time to make every -
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claim Social Security benefits, they will receive their full benefits. The Social Security Administration notes that those who can wait until age 70 to claim benefits will receive as much as 132% of the monthly benefit they would have received at full retirement age. These distinctions are especially important for people who will be looking to government-sponsored programs to provide significant financial support in retirement. Individuals who won’t rely as heavily on such programs may be able to retire earlier.
Seniors should also con-
Noises
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- Scraping on the windshield during rain: The scraping sound on a windshield when the wipers are in use should not be taken lightly or be interpreted as a sign that the rain is only falling lightly. In fact, that sound indicates the wipers are worn out, which means they’re not effectively clearing the windshield. In addition, the wipers could be scratching the windshield each time they produce this sound, ultimately necessitating a costly windshield replacement. Wiper blades can be replaced in a matter of minutes, so address this issue promptly.
Learning to recognize the sources of various vehicle noises can help drivers nip problems in the bud before they compromise the automobile and the safety of the people inside it.
thing themselves might ask guests to bring a small contribution to the spread. Guests may help to fill out the options for appetizers, sides, desserts, and beverages.
When preparing food, sticking to familiar recipes may be best. A major holiday is seldom the right time to experiment with a new, labor-intensive dish, and familiar flavors may appeal to a greater number of guests.
Purchasing a few prepared dishes rather than only serving homemade fare may also lighten the burden on hosts.
A buffet may be a good option for a holiday meal. Sit-down dinners require careful timing to ensure all foods are set out hot and ready to eat, while a buffet-style meal involves preparing trays of food in advance and then setting them to heat in chafing dishes until meal time. This approach involves less strategizing with meal preparation and frees up time for hosts to spend with guests.
Holiday meals require a lot of effort, but a few strategies can enable hosts to spend ample time with loved ones.
sider their debts. Carrying debt into retirement can be risky, so it’s ideal to pay off all debts, including a mortgage and car payments, before retiring. Doing so can provide more financial flexibility and make it easier to manage unforeseen expenses, such as those incurred due to health problems. Seniors must also consider their retirement living expenses. It’s clear that a sizable nest egg is a necessity for anyone hoping to live comfortably in retirement, but the tricky part is figuring out just how big that nest egg must be.
Individuals can speak with a financial adviser and discuss what their retirement living expenses will be. Conventional wisdom based on the Consumer Price Index suggests individuals will need to replace between 70% and 80% of their pre-retirement income after concluding their career. But even that figure is not set in stone, as rising inflation, such as the rapid spike experienced in 2022, can quickly put retirees in financial jeopardy. By estimating the expenses they might have in retirement, individuals can begin to see how close to or
far away from retirement they may be. They should budget for inflation so any spike in living expenses can be easier to manage.
Many individuals recognize that there’s no perfect time to retire, but a few simple strategies can help people make the best decision possible.
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Community invited to donate shoebox gifts
Gateway Church, 160 Cowan Road, Parkesburg, is a designated drop-off location for Operation Christmas Child (OCC), an annual effort that provides shoeboxes filled with gifts to children in need worldwide. OCC is a program of Samaritan’s Purse, a Christian relief organization.
The community is invited to participate by gathering small toys, personal care items and school supplies and placing them in a shoebox during National Collection Week, which will take place this year from Monday, Nov. 18, through Monday, Nov. 25.
Boxes can be dropped off at Gateway Church at the following times: Monday,
Nov. 18, from 5 to 7 p.m.; Tuesday, Nov. 19, from 5 to 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Nov. 20, from noon to 2 p.m.; Thursday, Nov. 21, from 5 to 7 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 22, from 4 to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 24, from 1 to 3 p.m.; and Nov. 25 from 9 to 11 a.m.
Suggested shoebox gifts include school supplies, such as crayons and pencils with sharpeners; small toys; small musical instruments like a harmonica; non-liquid hygiene items, such as washcloths and toothbrushes; and clothing accessories, including socks, gloves, scarves and hair bows.
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
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Those with questions about what gifts may be included as well as those who want to track their shoebox may visit www .samaritanspurse.org, select “What We Do” and then choose “Operation Christmas Child.”
According to the website, Samaritan’s Purse has provided OCC shoebox gifts to more than 220 million children in more than 170 countries and territories since 1993.
For more information about the OCC effort at Gateway Church, visit www.gtwy.church and scroll down to Upcoming Events on the homepage.
Each box should contain a “wow” item such as a soccer ball with a manual air pump. A suggested $10 shipping donation is requested to be placed in each box.
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 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 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