PEQ_030624

BY ANN MEAD ASH

On a Saturday in July of 2020, Tim Rogers learned online that his brother-in-law, Justo Smoker, had been arrested for the kidnapping of Linda Stoltzfoos, a young Amish woman abducted in Bird-in-Hand and later murdered.

Tim and his daughter, Megan Shertzer, who was the only other family member at home, were reeling from the shock of the news when the doorbell rang. “My first thought was that I didn’t want to go to the door,” recalled Tim. Waiting on the front step was an Amish neighbor who had heard the news and brought her family along with flowers and vegetables from her garden. The woman had been the teacher in the Nickel Mines Schoolhouse on the day of that tragedy in 2008. “She said, ‘I want you to know that there’s hope and God will take care of you,’” Tim reported. “We could

A gift of grace

Book details story of forgiveness

see the tears in her eyes, and they were in mine too,” he noted, adding, “(That she would be) the person at the door offering what she offered,” recalled Tim. “It was simple, but the gift of presence in that space was really powerful.”

“The story for us is the grace of the Amish community and the mercy they offered to us in the middle of such a terrible tragedy.”

That day was the beginning of a journey that would show the Rogers family the depth of grace to be offered by the family members of Linda Stoltzfoos and the greater community. Those experiences would lead both Tim and Megan to begin journaling - recording events

as well as their emotional reactions and the questions the situation forced them to examine. The result of those writings is “Beechdale Road,” a self-published book that represents Tim and Megan’s goal to share with others the hope and mercy they found in the aftermath of a terrible crime. Because Stoltzfoos was an aide to children with special needs in a one-room schoolhouse, part of the proceeds from the sale of “Beechdale Road” will help support Amish special education in Lancaster County.

For Megan, the crime committed by someone she knew and cared for brought her face-to-face with questions she never anticipated having to answer. “(Justo) was a fun uncle,” she recalled. “One of the biggest things I have wrestled with is what to do when someone has done such a horrific, evil thing when that’s not who you know them to be.” Megan pointed to memories of an uncle she knew to

See “Beechdale Road” pg 7

WordUP to host free movie screening

BY FRANCINE FULTON

WordUP Community Ministries has planned a family-friendly event on Saturday, March 16, that will include a free showing of Disney’s live-action adaptation of “The Lion King,” along with food and a craft. Activities will take place at WordUP, a nondenominational church located at 160 Route 41, Gap, in the Dutchland Inc. building. An Easter craft will take place at 3 p.m., and attendees will be provided with hot dogs. The movie will begin at 4 p.m., and it will be shown on two 65-inch television screens.

A bright patch

Local quilts help support Fairmount’s Sharing Fund

BY ANN MEAD ASH

In 1990, Fairmount held its first auction and chicken barbecue. From the beginning, handmade quilts, made by area sewists, have been a part of the event. “In the first year, a quilt was donated, which was what started the auction,” reported Swailes. “Then in the next couple of years, people would donate completed quilts (to be sold).”

According to Swailes, about four or five years after the first

auction, the initial Quilting Days was held. Quilting Days brings together stitchers who live in the area surrounding Fairmount, which is located on a plateau in Ephrata high above the surrounding farm fields, to stitch beautiful quilts, which are later sold to benefit the organization’s Sharing Fund.

This year, Quilting Days took place in Fairmount’s Farm Crest Community Room, 1100 Farm Crest Drive, Ephrata, on Feb. 17, 20, and 21, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. More than 200 quilters

See Fairmount pg 6

Disney’s “The Lion King” follows the story of a young lion named Simba, who is the crown

prince of an African savanna. When his father, Mufasa, dies in an accident staged by his

Tim Rogers (left) and his daughter, Megan Shertzer, are the authors of the book “Beechdale Road,” the story of how they received grace in the wake of Linda Stoltzfoos’ murder.

Pastor

WordUP from pg 1

uncle, Scar, Simba feels responsible for his father’s death and must overcome his fear of taking responsibility as the rightful heir to the throne. After growing up and meeting new friends along the way, Simba returns to challenge Scar and take his place as the king. The movie’s themes include self-discovery and redemption.

Free popcorn, candy and water will be available during the movie.

According to pastor Buck Mowday, the event is being held following a successful showing of the movie “Fireproof” last fall, which was designed for married adults and couples. He noted that attendees at that event included congregation members as well as the public.

“We want to reach out to the community,” said Mowday. “It is an opportunity to do something together as a family. And it’s a movie kids will love.”

Mowday noted that the event is open to families with children of all ages. No child care will be provided.

In addition to outreaches to the community, WordUP offers an in-person Sunday worship service at 10:45 a.m. The service is also livestreamed on www .youtube.com. The Sunday WordUP cafe, offering coffee and snacks, is open prior to the service at 10 a.m. For more information, visit www.wordupcommu nityministries.org or www .facebook.com/WordUP CommunityMinistries.

Those with questions may contact Mowday at 717-330-0561 or buck mowday@gmail.com.

scan this code for more local news townlively.com

Pequea Valley

PUBLISHED WEDNESDAYS

DISPLAY ADVERTISING DEADLINE

Thursday at 11 A.M.

DISPLAY AD CUSTOMER SERVICE:

Phone: 717-492-2530 • Fax: 717-492-2580

SUBMIT CAMERA-READY ADS TO: sales@engleonline.com

SUBMIT CLASSIFIED ADS ONLINE AT: bit.ly/epcclassifieds • classifieds@engleonline.com

The Pennysaver reserves the right to reject any advertisement. The Pennysaver assumes no financial responsibility for any typographical errors in advertisements but will reprint that portion of an ad in which error occurs. Advertisers submitting artwork and images for use in advertisements assume all liability in regards to trademark and copyright infringements.

NEWS DEADLINE: 10 A.M.

Wednesday

MAIL NEWS TO:

Pennysaver Editor PO Box 500, Mount Joy, PA 17552

EMAIL: news@engleonline.com

PHONE: 1-800-800-1833 ext. 6018

We encourage civic and fraternal groups, schools, churches, Scouting groups, and other local organizations to submit news releases

CIRCULATION/DISTRIBUTION:

PHONE: 1-800-800-1833 ext. 6014

EMAIL: circulation@engleonline.com

Mailed outside our circulation area for $36/year. Engle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc. | PO Box 500, Mount Joy, PA 17552

TOWNLIVELY.COM

Growing up by the Pequea Creek

Submitted by Leona Baker, Historical Society of Salisbury Township Memoirs of Faye Hershey Mummau, Part I

The following is an excerpt from the November 2023 presentation by Faye Hershey Mummau at a historical society meeting. Faye was accompanied to the meeting by her brother, Art Hershey, former state representative.

“I will always treasure the memories I have and experiences I had growing up by the Pequea Creek (in the 1940s and 1950s).

“The (framed) house we lived in was without hot water or a bathroom. Water for cooking was carried from a cistern and poured into a water tank on the cookstove. The only other heat we had was a coal stove in the dining

room where we ate. The kitchen was too small for a table large enough to seat eleven - five boys, four girls and my parents. The formal dining room was used mostly as a sewing room where Mother sewed the girls’ dresses, slips and PJs, as well as the endless mending that seemed to never be finished.

“The stovepipe from the stove in the dining room went through the ceiling to a small room upstairs - the baby’s room. It was the only heated upstairs room. All the other rooms were cold in winter. We four girls slept in two bedrooms; our closet was two sets of orange crates with a rod between for hanging clothes behind a curtain. The boys slept at the other end of the house with a separate stairway.

Shoes & Boots For The Whole Family

“Monday was always washday. On Saturday afternoon, the oldest boys had filled two big iron kettles with water and placed them over the fire in the washhouse. On Monday morning, on his way to the barn, Dad started the fire underneath those kettles. By the time barn chores and breakfast were over,

See Pequea Creek pg 5

R103784

Freedom Life to host men’s conference

Bark

Speakers will include Pastor Troy Maxwell of Freedom House Church in Charlotte, N.C., author of “The Panic Room”;

Pastor Samuel Deuth of Awaken Church in San Diego, Calif., author of “Following Jesus”; and Pastor Sam Masteller of Freedom Life Church.

The event will begin with dinner at 6 p.m. on March 15. On Saturday, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in an early morning fitness challenge before breakfast is served at 8 a.m. The men’s conference will conclude by noon on March 16.

There is a minimal cost to attend, and online registration is appreciated in advance. For more information and to register, visit www.freedom .life/mighty-men-conf.

Those with questions may email info@freedom .life.

Students invited to enter art contest

The Shapiro Administration invites all first- through sixth-grade students in Pennsylvania to enter the 2024 Lyme Art Contest by creating a short video or poster focusing on the theme “Protect. Check. Remove.” The annual contest aims to help students, Scout troops, and community youth programs learn how to prevent Lyme disease by educating them about ticks, including where these creatures live, how to prevent bites, and how to remove ticks that do bite.

Officials from the Departments of Health (DOH), Education (PDE), Environmental Protection (DEP), and Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) encourage young students to participate in the contest and help raise awareness of Lyme disease.

The deadline for entries is 5 p.m. on Friday, March 15. Contest information can be found at http://tinyurl.com/ TickborneDiseaseArtCon test24.

Finalists will be notified by mail and will be invited to an award ceremony at the state Capitol in May. In 2023, nine winners were recognized at a ceremony with representatives from DOH, PDE, and DCNR.

Pennsylvania has one of the highest annual counts of Lyme disease cases in the nation. Ticks are usually found in shrubs, weeds, leaf litter, and tall grasses, but can be found anywhere there is grass. When exploring outside, it is important to take the proper steps to lower one’s risk of getting bitten; these steps include covering exposed skin, wearing light colors to help detect ticks, and using an EPA-approved insect repellent. Use permethrin spray on shoes, clothes, and gear as an added protection before spending time outdoors.

After being outside, people should check themselves and their children and pets thoroughly for ticks and remove any that they find. Then, people should shower to help remove any ticks they may have missed. Clothes may be put in the dryer on high heat to help kill any ticks that might still be stuck to the clothes.

Troy Maxwell

Samuel Deuth

Sam Masteller

Pequea Creek from pg 3

the water was hot enough for Mother to tackle the huge pile of laundry.

“The washing machine and rinse tub were filled with the hot water. Homemade soap went into the washtub. White clothes and bed linen went into the first load. The last load was the very dirty work clothes. By noon, the wash lines were full and blowing in the breeze. Those clothes needing to be ironed were dampened, rolled tightly and placed in a plastic bag and into the refrigerator.

“As soon as we girls were old enough, we helped with the ironing, beginning with Dad’s red and blue handkerchiefs and our own, made from worn-out dresses. Remember, there were no paper tissues back then. When my older sister came home from school on Tuesdays, she would begin ironing the piles of shirts

and feed bag dresses.

“Mother was very organized, and she put us to work according to our abilities. Our household chores were designated: cleaning, lawn mowing and weeding the garden in addition to the kitchen work for girls and barn work for the boys. Our work was to be finished by Saturday noon. The afternoon was spent preparing for Sunday: taking baths, polishing shoes and studying our Sunday school lessons.

“When we were small, Mother would fill a wooden tub, place it near the coal stove and give us each our bath behind a curtain she hung on chairs. As we got older, we took basins to our bedrooms or took a shower in the wash house, using a bucket with a spigot at the bottom and hung on a beam. The challenge was getting finished before the bucket emptied.”

Mennonite Life plans book auction

Mennonite Life will hold a rare and used book auction on Friday, March 8, at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room at 2215 Millstream Road, Lancaster.

The 400 items that will be up for bids include a 1685 Dutch “Martyrs Mirror” rebound in the Netherlands, “Evangelischer Kranken-Trost” by Johann Andreä from 1774, and “Annals of the Conestoga Valley” by Mast and Simpson. Members of the public will also be able to bid on two bound volumes of the “Mennonite Research Journal,”

covering the period from 1960 to 1977; John L. Ruth’s “The Earth Is the Lord’s”; Christian Burkholder’s 1829 “Nützliche und Erbauliche Anrede an die Jugend”; an Ausbund from about 1949 that belonged to Ephraim Stoltzfus; and a “Das Kleine Davidische Psalterspiel” from 1781 that belonged to Adam Bowers. Other lots include an 1867 “Der Christliche Sänger” formerly belonging to David Funk of Norristown, volumes one through four of “The Landis Family Book,” “The Wenger Book,” Albert H. Gerberich’s “The

Clothes were washed by hand in tubs and hung outside to dry (left photo) and then ironed (right photo).

gathered over the three days. During that time, they stitched quilt tops on up to a dozen racks.

A total of 10 quilts were completed, with another four nearly completed.

“The unfinished quilts will be set up in a quilting area

for Fairmount residents to complete,” explained Carol Swailes, Fairmount public relations coordinator and a quilter herself. “(Residents) will probably (be working on one quilt at a time) most of the time between now and auction day.”

All the finished quilts will be sold at the 2024 auction and chicken barbecue, which will be held on Saturday, Sept. 14, at New Covenant Mennonite Fellowship, 529 E. Farmersville Road, New Holland.

Quilting Days brings

Golden Delicious, Gala, Fuji, Jonagold Apples, Pineapples Oranges - Lemons Grapefruits

Frozen Foods

Alaskan Cod 12 Oz. $2.99

Deli

Department

Off The Bone Ham Lb. $3.69

Honey Ham Lb. $3.49

Sundried Turkey Breast Lb. $3.99

Swiss Cheese Whole Block Only, Lb. $3.99

March

Refrigerated

Land O Lakes Salted Butter Quarters Lb. $3.49

Sunny Delight 64 Oz. 3/$4

Kauffman's Apple Cider Gallon $5.99

Great Lakes Party Blend 2 Lb. $5.49

Cage Free Large Brown Eggs Doz. $1.99

Select Misc. Cereals Good Dates $2.99

Essential Everyday, Mini/Sticks

Pretzels 15 Oz. 99¢

Boulder Canyon Jalapeno Potato Chips 6 Oz. 99¢

Galufetti Parmesan Cheese 8 Oz. 2/$5

Velveeta Original Mini Cheese Blocks 20 Oz. $3.99

Heinz Apple Cider Vinegar 32 Oz. $2.99

Deer Park, 3 Flavors

Flavored Sparkling Water 8-16.9 Oz. $5.99

Kirkland

Sparkling

local residents together in community, and the bright shades of the quilts and the soft voices of the women chatting as they work provide an interlude during the cold and often dark days of February. Quilting Days attracts many Fairmount residents and local families. Swailes noted that groups of sisters were gathered at some quilt racks.

When Swailes visited the gathering on Feb. 21, she noted that this year’s quilt tops are especially colorful. She recalled that black and gold were predominant colors last year. “This year there isn’t a decisive color scheme,” noted Swailes. Indeed, for 2024, a variety of hues, including pink and green, light blue, and cranberry and white were present. “I think what makes a really great quilt is contrast (in the colors),” said Swailes, pointing out a quilt that used black pieces to frame brightly hued squares.

As she walked between the rows of sewists, Swailes pointed out the small plastic containers sitting on top of the material. “When you quilt, you keep a little plastic cup on the quilt all the time to keep extra threads in,” said Swailes, who observed the many quilt patterns and talked to the stitchers about their work. Often a pattern goes by more than one moniker or combines the names of a few different patterns. One group called the quilt the members were stitching an Irish Chain

Postage Stamp, but then noted that the real name was Rainbow Around the World. One black, white, aqua, and teal quilt pattern was called Kaleidoscope, and a cranberry, black, and white quilt done in applique and emblazoned with the words “I Am the Rose of Sharon, the Lily of the Valley” was called Log Cabin Star. “There’s one over here that I find interesting because it’s kind of whimsical,” noted Swailes, pointing out a double wedding ring patterned quilt

done in black, tan, white, and cream. Another quilt sported a pattern called Boston Commons.

Fairmount’s Sharing Fund, which aids residents who have exhausted their finances, has an annual budget of $2.8 million. Fairmount, a nonprofit retirement community founded in 1968, is located on two adjoining campuses in Ephrata. Readers who would like to know more about the organization may visit https://fairmount homes.org.

“Beechdale Road” from pg 1

be silly, safe, funny, caring, and supportive. “What do you do with that when we often want to define people as good or bad?” she asked. “What do you do when they’re both?” What Megan learned through the experience is that “we are all both good and bad.” “It’s easy to forget that because then it affects us and it’s about us and not just those bad people out there who do bad things. It was a battle for me to learn (that).”

After Tim and Megan each discovered that the other was recording events and feelings, they began sharing their writings with each other. They discussed working together on a project in an open-ended manner. “It was never, ‘We are going to write a book and this is how we’re going to do it, and it will be done by this time,’” said Megan.

One day Tim told a therapist who was helping the family deal with the

situation about the understanding he and his family had received in the wake of the tragedy. “I shared a vignette of a moment that had happened with the Amish community,” recalled Tim. “(The therapist said), ‘That is so powerful; you need to write this down.’” That conversation led to Tim and Megan beginning to put their writings into order. “We thought there was enough that could be helpful to put out to people,”

said Tim. “The story for us is the grace of the Amish community and the mercy they offered to us in the middle of such a terrible tragedy. It was such a gift to us,” he said.

“Beechdale Road” will be available at the Gordonville Book Store and all Good’s Store locations beginning on Monday, April 1. More information about the book, including upcoming speaking engagements, may be found at www .beechdaleroad.com.

Brenneman

GIRLS’ BASKETBALL

Thu. 2/22 vs Columbia (dist. semifinal) L 60-43

Mon. 2/26 vs York Catholic (dist. 3rd place) L 55-38

Pequea Valley senior Breanne Beiler is surrounded by York Catholic defenders on Monday, February 28 when the Braves dropped a 55-38 decision in the third-place game of the District Three Class AAA postseason tournament. Pequea Valley ended its campaign at 21-4.

Pequea Valley senior Shania Stoltzfus splits the defense of York Catholic’s Paige O’Brien and Meredith Smith during the Braves’ season-ending 55-38 loss to York Catholic on Monday, February 28, in a state qualifier contest in the District Three Class AAA playoffs. Stoltzfus netted nine points in the game.

Morgan Graham of Pequea Valley eyes the basket in front of York Catholic’s Meredith Smith during action in the third-place game of the District Three Class AAA playoffs on Monday, February 26. The Braves endured a 55-38 season-ending defeat.

Pequea Valley head coach Jason McDonald gives instruction to sophomore Janae Patterson during the Braves’ 60-43 loss at Columbia on Thursday, February 22. The result came in third-seeded Pequea Valley’s semifinal contest in the District Three Class AAA playoffs.

Pequea Valley senior Peyton Henshaw scans the floor for an open teammate during the Braves’ 60-43 loss at Columbia on Thursday, February 22, in the semifinal round of the District Three Class AAA postseason tournament.

Pequea Valley junior Trinity Rosa inbounds the ball during Pequea Valley’s 60-43 setback at Columbia on Thursday, February 22. The match up of Lancaster-Lebanon Section Four opponents occurred during the semifinals of the District Three Class AAA playoffs.

photos by Mona Steinhauer

Rotary Club honors students

Paradise Rotary Club has announced its Students of the Month for February. The honorees, who were recognized on Feb. 1, were Josiah Casler from Conestoga Valley High School, Charlotte Buckwalter from Lancaster Mennonite High School and Brianna Lourido from Pequea Valley High School. They are all juniors.

Josiah is the son of Jesse Casler and Krista Casler of Lancaster. He is a threeyear member of the varsity bowling team and has won various awards and tournament accolades. At the regional competition in the 2022-23 school year, he finished a game as the highest in the region with a score of 298. He has also bowled a perfect game, accumulating 300 points. He won a bowling competition that also served as a community fundraiser to combat human trafficking.

Josiah has been named to the distinguished honor roll, and he is a member of Science National Honor Society, National Honor Society (NHS), Math Honor Society, Mock Trial and Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). In 10th grade, he reached

the second level of districts in the Rotary Four-Way Test speech contest.

Josiah has volunteered at the MCC Material Resources Center, SEEDS children’s ministry and Conestoga Valley Christian Community Services (CVCCS), including participating in a CVCCS bowling fundraiser. At his church, he has volunteered with the worship team and serves as a Sunday school teacher’s helper. He takes piano lessons and received an Integrity Award at a recital.

Charlotte is the daughter of Aaron and Kristen Buckwalter of Lancaster. She is a member of NHS, an FCA

Sierra Club seeking grant proposals

The Sierra Club - Lancaster Group will accept proposals for the next round of its “green project” grants through Sunday, March 31. Any Lancaster County

501(c)(3) organization with a project that promotes sustainability, expands environmental awareness and improves green infrastructure is eligible to apply

leader, a Student Ambassador leader and a junior class committee member. A captain of the girls’ varsity soccer team, Charlotte was named a Second Team All-Star in her sophomore season and was listed as one of the top 10 players in the Lancaster-Lebanon League two years in a row. She plays for PA Classics soccer club and serves as a volunteer youth soccer coach.

Brianna is the daughter of Lorraine Farley of Honey Brook. She is president of Aevidum, vice president of Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica and a member of NHS, Student Council, concert choir, Chamber

Singers, and the basketball team. She also plays for G220 Basketball Club. Brianna won the Aevidum Award for the 2021-22 school year and the Learner Achievement Award for the 2022-23 school year.

for a grant.

The program annually awards grants of up to $500 to charitable, educational or business 501(c)(3)

See Sierra Club pg 12

Josiah Casler Charlotte Buckwalter Brianna Lourido

Auction

TUES.

OPEN HOUSES: SAT. MARCH 16, 10AM-12PM & MON. MARCH 18, 5PM-6:30PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT

Auction For: Thomas Herr

WED. MARCH. 27, 2024 – 6pm Real Estate 78 Village Dr. Lancaster, PA 17601

MANHEIM TWP 3 BEDROOM RANCH HOME – 0.23

Acres – Manheim Twp SD

OPEN HOUSES: SAT. MARCH 16, 10AM-12PM & MON. MARCH 18, 5PM-6:30PM

OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT

Auction For: Annetta Brubaker Estate

MON. APRIL 1, 2024 – 1pm Real Estate 1266 Gypsy Hill Rd. Lancaster, PA 17602

58.41 ACRE W. LAMPETER TWP FARM W/ SIGNIFICANT

RENTAL INCOME – Lampeter-Strasburg SD

OPEN HOUSES: SAT. MARCH 16, 10AM-12PM & SAT. MARCH 23, 10AM-12PM

OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT

Auction For: Daryl, Doug, & Duane Keener

WED. APRIL 3, 2024 – 6pm Real Estate 901 Fruitville Pike, Lititz, PA 17543

COUNTRY 3 BEDROOM HOME – 0.57 Acres –Manheim Central SD

OPEN HOUSES: SAT. MARCH 23, 1PM-3PM & MON. MARCH 25, 5PM-6:30PM

OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT

Auction For: Irmgard Neeff Estate

THURS. APRIL 4, 2024 – 6pm Real Estate 602 Blossom Trail Mount Joy, PA 17552

4 BEDROOM MOUNT JOY HOME – 0.316 Acres – Donegal SD

OPEN HOUSES: SAT. MARCH 23, 10AM-12PM & MON. MARCH 25, 5PM-6:30PM

OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT

Auction For: Robert L. Ward Estate

SAT. APRIL 6, 2024 – 10am Real Estate 684

groups that demonstrate a commitment to the Sierra Club’s mission of “exploring, enjoying and protecting the planet” in Lancaster County. When applying for a grant, organizations should consider how their projects relate to an ecological preser-

vation or educational effort. Projects may focus on topics such as storm water management, rain gardens and rain barrels; native plantings; pollinator plants; organic gardens; composting programs; or hands-on learning. The Lancaster Group will

offer its expertise and labor to support the projects that are awarded grants. Eightyfour organizations have been awarded grants over the past eight years.

To apply, visit http://lan castersierraclub.org/grant -program/. After submission, an email will be returned to confirm that the proposal has been received.

Winners will be announced on Earth Day, Monday, April 22, and soon after, a list of

professional landscaping w/privacy fence, lawn & garden areas, playground, paved driveway & parking, 1,000-gallon underground LP tank. Ideally located custom solid clean & well-maintained rancher. Move-in condition & economical. Convenient location, minutes to East Earl, Honey Brook & Morgantown. Easy access to Routes 322, 10, 23 & PA Turnpike. Personal inspection by appointment or open house February 24, March 2 & 9 from 1 to 4 P.M. For brochure 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

Lic.

the awardees will be posted at www.lancastersierraclub.org.

The grant program has been supported by funds raised primarily through the Lancaster Group’s former Polar Bear 5K Trail Run/ Hikes and, more recently, from funds received through its participation in Lancaster’s annual ExtraGive. For additional details, contact Jim Meenan at 717-4750586 or at jimsmeenan @gmail.com.

PUBLIC AUCTION

(2) PRIME CUSTOM HOME SITES

TRACT # 1: 24½ ACRES w/POLE BARN

TRACT # 2: 10.3 ACRE WOODED LOT

GAP – ATGLEN – CHRISTANA AREA

TUESDAY, APRIL 2 • 5 P.M.

Old Hwy., Gap, PA 17527. From Gap, take Rt. 30 E. approx. 1 mile. Right Old Hwy. to property. (Salisbury Twp., Lanc. Co.)

#1 REAL ESTATE: 24½ ACRE partially wooded lot w/32x20 pole building w/ metal siding, (1) overhead door & (2) rolling doors & approx. 5 acres tillable & balance woodland w/mature timber & great hunting. 593’ road frontage along Old Hwy. Country rural setting w/panoramic farm valley views. Ideal for custom home site on acreage lot subject to township’s perc & probe approval. Zoned R-2. PV Schs.

#2 REAL ESTATE: 10.3 ACRE wooded lot w/open front timber frame woodshed & mature timber & great hunting. Ideal for custom home site on acreage lot subject to township’s perc & probe approval. Zoned R-2. PV Schs. Owners motivated & serious to sell! Unique opportunity to purchase (2) acreage wooded tracts w/great hunting. Ideal as residence or investment. Convenient rural location minutes to Gap, Christiana, White Horse & Compass w/easy access to Rts. 30, 41 & 897. Personal inspection by appointment or open house March 23 & 30 from 1 to 4 PM. For brochure 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 717-606-2226

Lic. #499, 2116, 5064, 3956

Melvin F. & Susie J. Stoltzfus

717-682-6119

www.klinekreidergood.com R104389

Unit

Unit

Unit

Unit

OPEN

Auction

all the personal property stored in its facility, placed by:

Unit #033H stored by: Marlon Miller

Unit #071H stored by: Kimberly Vanwyk

Unit #073H stored by: Jennifer Hatton

Unit #223H stored by: Jennifer Hatton

Unit #338H stored by: Amanda L. Murray

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

58+/ACRES

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Place: Olde Mill Enterprises

832 Pequea Ave.

Date: March 15, 2024

Beginning at: 5:00 P.M. Gap, PA 17527 Phone: 717-442-8656

The personal property stored by the individual and/or business listed below will be sold at auction to satisfy the owner’s lien as granted in Pennsylvania statue #1982-325.

Shannon Krasge

Conditions: Open bids sold to highest bidder. Payment must be made by money order, certified check or cash only. Goods removed within 72 hours. Payment due upon acceptance of bid.

Bids taken for each unit in its entirety.

OPEN HOUSE DATES: Sat., March 9th, 1-3 P.M., Sat., March 23rd, 1-3 P.M. or by Appt. Contact Daniel @ 717-606-3020.

NOTE: A Great Starter Home In The Southern Side Of The Welsh

Mountains With A House & Recently New 2-Story Barn All On .90 Acre Lot With Backyard Area Backing Up To Woods, Overseeing Your Wildlife From The Back Deck Area, Only Minutes To White Horse - Rt. 23, Sellers Are Moving To Another Area And Serious To Sell. Don’t Miss This Affordable Property. Deposit or Bridge Loans Available to Qualified Buyers. TERMS: $40,000 Down Day of Auction. Settlement On Or Before May 30th, 2024. Offering 1% Broker Participation To Realtors If You Register 72 Hrs. Prior To Auction Date.

Auction Team: Daniel F. Stoltzfus, 717-606-3020

JD Fisher, 484-614-8992

John Riehl, 717-278-2510

Amos Stoltzfus Jr., 717-475-9397

Lic. #AY002397

Sellers: Melvin & Linda Stoltzfus Attorney: Dave Mersky 717-299-2950 (Mersky Law Group)

Announcements Day Of Sale Take Precedence Over Any Printed Material.

Wednesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Thursday

Thursday

HELP WANTED General

ADVANTAGE METERED CONCRETE NOW HIRING

FT CDL DRIVER FT CDL DRIVER for our concrete mixer & dump truck vehicles. FT w/benefits. Competitive Pay. Call for info at 717-330-9834

BACKYARD SHOWCASE is looking to hire a

PT/FT LABORER & DRIVER

Some long distance & out of town stays. If you are interested in this position or if you have any questions, call Michael at 724-719-7797, or the office at 717-288-3094, ext. 104. You must have a valid driver's license and medical card is required. Paid vac. days, flexible scheduling, & competitive wages. Also interested in CDL DRIVERS & OFFICE POSITIONS (prior exp. preferred)

CAREGIVERS NEEDED: CNA'S, HHA's & care assistants, make a difference in the life of a senior & put your caregiving experience to work. All shifts available. Visiting Angels at 717-393-3450.

EXP. HOUSE CLEANER

General

PT HOUSEKEEPERS. POSITIONS open for Quiet Haven Motel, 2556 Siegrist Road, Ronks. Call 717-397-6231 or stop by in person.

PT PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER

Position performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and operation of the Pequea Township Park. Tasks will include facilities grounds and landscaping maintenance, including trash collection and equipment maintenance repair. Must have working knowledge of commercial mowers, tractors, weed trimmers, leaf blowers, chain saws and various hand tools. Must have a valid PA Driver’s Lic. Must frequently carry, pull, push or lift up to 50 Lbs. and frequently works in an outdoor environment. Resumes can be mailed to PEQUEA TOWNSHIP, 1028 Millwood Rd., Willow Street, PA 17584. Or emailed to office@pequeatwp.org 717-464-2322 EOE

STOLTZFUS MASONRY is Hiring!

FT/PT CONCRETE-MASONRY CREW

Paid Vacation & Overtime Available. Must Have Valid DL. 717-687-6955

TRUCK DRIVER

To help paint farm buildings, no CDL req. 717-687-0390

Management

Must have car for transportation, Call 717-354-9898.

FT/PT HELP WANTED applying epoxy floors in garages, basements & commercial. No exp. necessary. Valid DL & clean language req. PT MARKETING/ SALES position also avail. Duramax Concrete Coatings, Narvon 717-271-2852

HELP WANTED

Small Construction crew is looking for a dependable, mature individual for full-time work. PA Driver’s license required. Kinzers, PA. 717-847-7836.

THE WAY RECOVERY HOUSES MINISTRY is looking for GENERAL MANAGERS for Men’s and Women’s to provide structure, stability, and support for residents in their recovery process. Interested applicants may apply to director@thewayrecoveryhouses.com

NOW HIRING! BEILER PAVING, a local family business for 60 yrs. is looking for a LABORER and a CDL DRIVER. Competitive wages & benefits are included, 717-989-1358

Auctioneers:

be repaired but also provide the option of replacing with new barn or garage. All information is deemed to be accurate, but not guaranteed.

Harold Martin: (717) 738-4228

AA #019488

Christ Taylor: (717) 371-1915

AU# 005421

Seller: Dorothy M. Grier, Ed Grier 570-322-2553

Atty: Sam Goodley 610-998-1000

PEQUEA VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT FOOD SERVICE, Hiring a KITCHEN MANAGER, COOK, and subs. 3-7.5 hr. shifts. Collect unemployment during Summers. Contact: Connie at STS, 717-875-5287

PT GROOMER’S ASSISTANT

1-4 days/wk, 8am-4pm, flexible. Must be self-motivated, love pets, have valid DL. For info call 717-687-5212 lv. msg.

Mechanical Trades

FT AUTOMOTIVE TECH

2 years experience

Must have PA drivers license, state and emissions license. Contact KEESEYS SERVICE CENTER 610-857-2411

PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE AT TOWNLIVELY.COM

YOUR ATTENTION

ALASKA, EUROPE, HAWAII plus dozens of other popular trips! Starting at $1,649 /person (dbl. occupancy req’d.) YMT Vacations plans everything, leaving you to relax and enjoy. Call 1-877-771-3193 for more details. Use promo code YMT2024 for $250 off. Limited time only.

all about

email newsletter sign-up at bit.ly/tlenewsletter

ASPHALT MILLINGS AND CRUSHED CONCRETE FOR SALE. Call PAVWORX® at 610-929-9971 pavworx.com/millings.html

Collectibles

BUYING TOYS & COLLECTIBLES

www.DNRCollectibles.com

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

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

•

•

•

Lawn & Garden

EARTHWISE

(PA 088021)

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

Machiner y

NEW HOLLAND BALER 276, NEW HOLLAND HAYBINE 488, STOLTZFUS HAY WAGON 18 ft. steel box, 16 ft. HAY ELEVATOR. Call 610-869-3959.

Pets

6YO SHIBA INU, cream color female, $150. 1YO Shiba Inu, ACA reg. female, $200. They love children & need a good home, 717-601-8253.

ACA BOSTON TERRIER PUPPIES

2 male and 3 female. Vet checked, shots and dewormed. $800.00. Call or text 717-419-2637.

AKC GOLDEN RETRIEVER, female, 2yo, cream color, good mom. AKC BOXER, female, 2yo, 717-768-0516.

AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD MIX PUPPIES FOR SALE IN BIRD-IN-HAND. PUPPIES ARE LARGE & STOCKY, AND EITHER BLACK OR BROWN. FIRST PUPPY SHOTS COMPLETED. $400 EACH. 717-344-9527.

MINI DACHSHUND PUPS, vet checked/shots, dewormed. $1,150. Also mini Goldendoodle, 610-593-5956

POMAPOO PUPPIES, shots, vet checked, ready now, adorable, $275.00. 717-803-5183.

TOY POODLE PUPPIES, 2M, 2F, red & white, $500. POODLE MIX, black/white, $200. Vet checked, 717-548-4277

TOY POODLE, white male, 9 yrs. old, $400, 717-687-8791.

Miscellaneous

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

HERNIA REPAIR? Did you receive the Mesh Patch Between 2018 and the present? Was the patch removed due to complications, you may be entitled to compensation. Attorney Charles Johnson 1-800535-5727, Email: bdehkes@charleshjohnsonlaw.com

NEED IRS RELIEF $10K-$125K + Get Fresh Start or Forgiveness. Call 1-877-7051472. Mon. through Fri. 7am-5pm PST.

PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a GENERAC Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a free 5-year warranty with a qualifying purchase. Call 1855-465-7624 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move.

SWITCH AND SAVE up to $250/year on your talk, text and data. No contract and no hidden fees. Unlimited talk and text with flexible data plans. Premium nationwide coverage. 100% U.S. based customer service. For more information, call 1-888-684-1169.

THE BATHROOM OF your dreams in as little as 1 day. Limited Time Offer - $1000 off or No Payments and No Interest for 18 months for customers who qualify. BCI Bath & Shower. Many options available. Quality materials & professional installation. Senior & Military Discounts Available. Call Today! 1-877-540-2780

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

PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE AT TOWNLIVELY.COM

PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE AT TOWNLIVELY.COM

NATIONAL

AGING

NATIONAL

ALASKA, EUROPE, HAWAII + dozens of other popular trips! Starting at $1,649 pp (double occupancy req’d) YMT Vacations plans everything, leaving you to relax & enjoy! Call 1-877-626-1958 M-F for more details. Use promo code YMT2024 for $250 off. Limited time only.

ATTENTION OXYGEN THERAPY USERS!

Inogen One G4 is capable of full 24/7 oxygen delivery. Only 2.8 pounds. FREE info kit. Call 1-877-929-9587.

BATH & SHOWER UPDATES in as little as ONE DAY! Affordable prices - No payments for 18 months! Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & Military Discounts available. Call: 1-855-761-1725.

BECOME A PUBLISHED author. We want to read your book! Dorrance Publishing trusted since 1920. Consultation, production, promotion & distribution. Call for free author’s guide 1-877-729-4998 or visit dorranceinfo.com/ads.

DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Co. Coverage for 400+ procedures. Real dental insurance - not just a discount plan. Get your free Information Kit with details! 1-855-526-1060 www.dental50plus.com/ads #6258

DIAGNOSED WITH LUNG CANCER & 65+? You may qualify for a substantial cash award. No obligation! We've recovered millions. Let us help! Call 24/7, 1-877-707-5707.

DIRECTV STREAM - Carries the most local MLB Games! Choice Package $89.99/ mo. for 12 mos. Stream on 20 devices at once. HBO Max included for 3 mos (w/Choice Package or higher.) No contract or hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-859-0405.

DON'T LET THE stairs limit your mobility! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-833-399-3595.

DONATE YOUR CAR to Veterans Today!

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

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

GET DISH SATELLITE TV + Internet! Free Install, Free HD-DVR Upgrade, 80,000 On-Demand Movies, Plus Limited Time Up To $600 In Gift Cards. Call Today! 1866-479-1516.

HOME BREAK-INS TAKE less than 60 seconds. Don’t wait! Protect your family, your home, your assets now for as little as 70 cents per day! Call 1-855-4011151

JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. For a limited time, we're cutting installation costs in half and offering a FREE safety upgrade! Additional terms apply. Subject to change and vary by dealer. Offer ends 3/31/24 Call 1-844-501-3208.

PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase* Call 1-855-948-6176 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move.

NATIONAL

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

WATER DAMAGE CLEANUP & restoration: A small amount of water can lead to major damage and mold growth in your home. Our trusted professionals do complete repairs to protect your family and your home's value! Call 24/7: 1-888-872-2809.

WESLEY

717-456-6051; 410-688-7569

CRASS HAULING

HILLBILLY HOTSHOT, LLC

Custom hauling, gooseneck, & car trailer. Located Conestoga, PA, 717-823-3834

JUNK REMOVAL

PLACE

PROFESSIONAL LAWN SERVICE: Fertilization, weed control, seeding, aeration & mosquito control. Call now for a free quote. Ask about our first application special! 1-833-606-6777

REPLACE YOUR ROOF w/the best looking & longest lasting material steel from Erie Metal Roofs! 3 styles & multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Offer up to 50% off install + Additional 10% off install (military, health & 1st responders.) 1-833-370-1234.

Basements, garages, attics, appliances. Five Star Property Service, 717-278-1030

PAINTING By Triple P

Int/Ext, Res/Com, 30 yrs exp. FREE ESTIMATES, Fully insured Eric, 717-615-6442 PA 116089

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

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.

Tree Trimming & Removal Land/Brush Clearing • Stump Grinding Since 1996 • 717-768-0114

SUNNYSLOPETREESERVICE.COM

EARTHWISE LANDSCAPE & TREE CARE

We use modern pruning techniques for the health & safety of your trees & shrubs. Certified arborist on staff. Also removals, storm damage, & yard cleanup. 717-626-2541 (PA 088021)

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).

PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE AT TOWNLIVELY.COM

BUYING

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

BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-577-8206 Krmiller1965@yahoo.com

Lay’s

Seasoned

Granulated

Shredded

ATGLEN MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH: E. Main and Dallas Sts., Atglen, PA. Joe Newsome, Interim Pastor. Join us Sundays at 11am as we preach Christ crucified, risen and coming again so all may come to a personal, saving relationship with Christ.

CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 758 Spruce Rd., New Holland 717-354-8428. “Building Community with Christ, to Impact a World without Christ” Pastor: Dr. Doug Bozung. Please go to cfcnewholland.org/visit for information concerning worship services, adult ministries, youth & children’s ministries.

LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH (AG): Located at 105 Earland Dr., New Holland, invites you to join us for a time of contemporary worship and biblical preaching at our 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 services on Sunday morning and 7:00 service on Wednesday evening. Childcare for birth through 5th grade available during 2nd and 3rd Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening service. Lead Pastor: Stephen Ritchey. For more information on our services and programs, visit Lighthouseag.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. EDEN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN

CHURCH: 1241 May Post Office Rd., Quarryville, (5 mi. South of Strasburg, 3 mi. North of 372). Rev. Margaret Rohnacher, Pastor. Sunday worship service 9:30 am. Limited handicap accessibility. 717-786-7565 mtedenlutheranchurch@gmail.com

OUR LADY OF LOURDES Catholic Church: 150 Water Street, New Holland, PA 17557

Father Steven Fauser, Pastor. Visit us online at www.ourladyoflourdesnh.com Sunday 8am & 10:30am. Saturday 5pm. Weekday Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9am.

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

SALEM EVANGELICAL REFORMED

CHURCH, HELLERS (founded 1725), 2555 Horseshoe Rd. Lancaster. 717656-9249. Sunday Worship held 9:25 am Holy Communion 1st Sun. of month. Adult Sunday School at 10:45 am. Handicap Accessible. Pastor: Bruce Tully. E-mail: info@salemhellers.com; Website: www.salemhellers.com

ST. STEPHEN REFORMED CHURCH

(Presbyterian Church In America): “A Beacon on the Hill.” The Word of God is central to our worship. Sunday worship at 8:15 and 10:30am with Kingdom’s kids and nursery provided for the 10:30 service. Sunday school for all ages at 9:30am. Choir sings the last Sunday of each month. Youth group on Sundays at 6:00 pm for grades 6th-12th. Lead Pastor: Rev. Dr. Andrew DiNardo. 249 East Main Street, New Holland. 717-354-7871. http://ststephenpca.org

Attend Church this Sunday

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