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Brunnerville Church Fall Fest

Brunnerville United Methodist Church will be hosting its first ever Community Fall Fest on Saturday, September 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the church located at 517 Pine Hill Road, Lititz (Brunnerville). The event will include children’s crafts and games, live music, a well stocked Grandma’s attic, local craft and gift vendors, a gift basket raffle

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Fall 2023 HOME, LAWN & GARDEN

Saturday, October 7 Cocalico High

by Donald Reese Jan’s Circle of Friends, founded with the purpose of providing funding for children who have experienced parental loss or are survivors of domestic violence, is busy preparing for its 10th Annual Jan’s Daisy Dash 5K Run/Walk. The event is planned for Saturday, October 7 starting at 9:00 a.m. at the Cocalico High School stadium in Denver. Come out and support a great cause. Jan’s Circle of Friends has raised over $560,000 in ten years and 98% has been donated to various programs in central Pennsylvania. Shown promoting the event are, from left to right, Katie Vang, Abrielle Vang, Tia Stauffer, Jack Sweigart, Gwen McKinney and Bianca Vang.

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Gehmans Mennonite School Plans Benefit Auction

School, located at 650 Gehmans School Road, is busy preparing for its upcoming Benefit Auction with proceeds going to the new gym project. The event starts at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday,

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October 14 with the auction beginning at 5:00 p.m. There will be good food, and singing entertainment by Dan and Amanda Esh. Shown, from left to right, with a sampling of auction items are students Brooke Eby, Denis Sibirtsev, Ainslee Quillen, Parker Burkholder, Trenton Martin, Jayna Horst, Addison Rutt, Nigel Burkholder and Odessa Quillen.

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and a silent auction of locally donated prizes of all kinds. There will be many homemade foods to enjoy while at the fest, plus a bake sale and a great selection of frozen meals and soups to take home for later.

The event will be held rain or shine and everyone For more information, visit brunnervillechurch.org.

Lititz Senior Center Lists Activities

The Lancaster County Office of Aging, Lititz Senior Center, located at Lititz United Methodist Church, 201 East Market Street, Lititz, is open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., with lunch served at noon. There is no cost to attend.

The Center serves independent Lancaster County seniors ages 60 and

Flower Patch Rothsville

up from Ephrata, Rothsville, Akron, Neffsville and Lititz areas. Ephrata is also served by van service. Reservations for lunch and transportation must be made by 10:00 a.m., one day in advance, by calling the Center at 717626-2800.

Daily Activities Include:

Wednesday, September 27: Congregate Breakfast; 9:00 a.m., Yoga with Marci; 9:15 a.m., Tai Chi with Kathy; 10:30 a.m., Bingo; 12:00 Noon, Lunch.

Thursday, September 28: 9:15 a.m., Exercise with Kathy; 10:15 a.m., Music with Mike and Linda Bisking; 12:00 Noon, Lunch.

Monday, October 2: 9:00 a.m., Breakfast Treat with Trevor/Aetna; 9:15 a.m., Exercise with Kathy; 9:30

Obituaries

may appear in Section B. View obituaries at www.snews.com/obituaries.

Ralph M. Moyer

Ralph M. Moyer, 80, of Akron, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at Maple Farm Retirement Community.

He was born in Stevens to the late Charles and Mabel (Weaver) Moyer and was the husband of Joyce A. (Benard) Moyer, with whom he shared 56 years of marriage.

Ralph was a member of First United Methodist Church, Ephrata. He was selfemployed in commercial refrigeration. He served his country in the Army National Guard and was a member of the Akron Lions Club, Retread Motorcycle Group and Lancaster Kellogg Retirees. Ralph was very supportive of his wife’s involvement in the community as she served on several boards and committees, he was always willing to jump in and lend a hand where

needed. He loved his cats and dogs. Ralph played with many local sports teams and enjoyed supporting the Phillies and the Eagles.

Ralph and Joyce did not have children, but over the years participated in an exchange program and became close with the students they took into their home, Siv Jonson of Sweden,

Tanya Hawkshaw of Australia, Anne Troesken of Germany, Alex Heidbrink of Germany, Tuomas Kukkonen and his brother Joonas Kukkonen, both of Finland.

The family would like to thank both Maple Farm and Hospice and Community Care for their excellent care of Ralph.

A graveside service will take place on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at 1 PM at Mt. Zion Cemetery, 105 N. 11th Street, Akron.

Memorial contributions in Ralph’s memory may be made to SPCA of Lancaster County, 848 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA, 17603 or PA State Police Troop J, Camp Cadet, Lancaster, 2099 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602, or Hospice & Community Care P. O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/ Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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a.m., Clothing Bank and Blood Pressure; 10:00 a.m., Mental Health America; 12:00 Noon, Lunch.

Lunch Menu:

Wednesday, September 27: Roast beef with gravy, 1/2 cup mashed potatoes, 1/2 cup mixed vegetables, white bread, 1/2 cup pudding.

Thursday, September 28: Mango BBQ chicken breast, 1/2 cup brown rice, 1/2 cup carrots, wheat bread, fresh orange.

Monday, October 2: Baked chicken with gravy, 1/2 cup brown rice, 1/2 cup carrots, wheat bread, fresh orange. * Menu subject to change.

Faith & Blue Community Event

Join Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 3 Denver Road, Denver, as they honor local law enforcement officers at a Faith & Blue community event on Sunday, October 8. Members of the East Cocalico Township Police Department, Pennsylvania State Police, and Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office will be on hand to answer questions, play games, and be honored by the community they serve.

The day will begin at 10:30 a.m. with an Outdoor

Worship service, where each present member of law enforcement will be honored. From 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m., a picnic lunch will be served and there will be games and activities for all ages. Touch-ATruck, Barrel Train, Bounce Houses, Volleyball, Cornhole, Ladder Golf, Popcorn, Sno-Cones and more! Everything is free, and everyone is welcome to attend this community event.

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“When angry, count 10 before you speak; if very angry, 100.”

~ Thomas Jefferson

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Due to press deadlines, some obituaries

Anna W. Horning

Anna W. Horning, 88, of Fairmount Homes, entered into rest on Sunday, September 17, 2023, at Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital. She was surrounded by her loving family.

She was born June 10, 1935, in Lancaster County to the late Harvey B. and Lydia B. (Weaver) Eberly. She was married to the late Paul S. Horning, who passed away December 11, 2021. They were married 67 years.

Anna was a member of Indiantown Mennonite Church, Ephrata. In her younger years she taught children’s Sunday school, was on the food committee and quilted. She was also involved in the Ephrata Area Young Farmers Association and served many years helping in the food tent at the Ephrata Fair. Anna was employed by Garden Spot Auto Auction for many years. She volunteered at Mennonite Central Committeeís Resource Center where she enjoyed quilting with her

friends. She loved daily visits by her family, especially Friday nights, which were also enjoyed by many at Fairmount Homes. Despite her recent health challenges, she kept her gentle, grateful spirit, which was an encouragement to others.

grandchildren; 1 sister, Elva Martin and a sister-in-law, Ellen Eberly.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by five brothers, Levi, Amos, Mahlon, Alvin, and David Eberly; 2 sisters, Vera Zimmerman and Ruth Hurst.

A viewing was held on Sunday, September 24, 2023, at Indiantown Mennonite Church, 255 Indiantown Rd., Ephrata. An additional viewing was held on Monday, September 25, 2023, followed by her funeral service at 10 AM, at the church, with Pastor Nelson Zeiset officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Anna’s name can be made to Mennonite Central Committee, Material Resources, 517 W. Trout Run Road, Ephrata, PA 17522.

Charles T. Light Jr.

Charles T. Light, Jr., 76, of Ephrata, passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital.

He was born in Myerstown to the late Charles T. Light Sr., and Lucy (Mentzer) Light and was the husband of Anna Mary Light, with whom he shared 22 years of marriage.

He was a member of Carpenter Community Church, Talmage, which he loved attending. Charles enjoyed fishing, bowling, going for walks, word search books, and going out for breakfast with his friends.

Charles worked for Ephrata Recycling.

In addition to his wife, he is

survived by two children, Charles “Charlie” T. Light, Jr., Lucille Gainer; two stepchildren, Clarence Light, Darla Light; 2 stepgrandchildren; a grandson, Brandon Gainer; 6 step-

great-grandchildren; three sisters, Lucille Dull, Ellie Firestone and Marcy Gouse.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four siblings, Lillian Wentzel, Samuel Light, Leon Light and Lizzy Batorf.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, September 30, 2023, at 10 AM at Carpenter Community Cemetery 378 Glenbook Road, Talmage, followed by a Celebration of Life service at the church.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/ Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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daughter, and a sister.

She is survived by four children: Paul, husband of Shirley A. (Hershey) Horning of Lititz; Diane M., wife of Ken Haller of Schaefferstown; Lisa D., wife of Kelly Moyer of Ephrata; and Pam L., wife of Rick Esh of New Holland; 14 grandchildren; 23 great-

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Scott W. Moyer, 70, husband of Rita E. (Emery), Sarasota, Florida, formerly of New Holland, passed away on Monday, July 17.

John E. Groff, 80, husband of Marian (Swavely) Groff, Ephrata, passed away on Wednesday, September 6.

Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons: Steven, husband of Kimberly Groff, and Mike, husband of Elizabeth Groff; a daughter, Stacey Ambler;

five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a brother, Earl, husband of Susan Groff; and two sisters: Donna Groff, and Diane Groff.

Pamela Marie Kempfle (Shirk), 75, Garden Spot Village, formerly of New Holland, passed away on Thursday, September 7.

She was the wife of the late Edward A. Kempfle III.

She is survived by a stepson, Edward A. Kempfle IV, Tempe, Arizona; a

stepdaughter, Catherine E. Grant (Kempfle), Tabernacle, New Jersey; four grandchildren; and two sisters: Sandra L. Dunlop, Pittsburgh, and Deborah A. Seifert, Pittsburgh.

Dorothy R. “Dottie” Ranck, 81, wife of James M. Ranck, New Holland, passed away on Friday, September 8.

Jay P. Evans, 84, Ephrata, passed away on Saturday, September 9. He is survived by a

Thomas K. Girvin, 78, husband of Donna K. Miller Girvin, Lititz, passed away on Tuesday, September 12.

Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons: Matthew and Jason Girvin; two daughters: Dr. Carrie A. Poore, wife of Jon, North East, Maryland, and Ashley N. May, Kimberton; three grandchildren; and a sister, Carol Sue, wife of David Townsley, Ephrata.

Gerald P. Werner, 79, Reinholds, passed away on Wednesday, September 13. He was the husband of the late Barbara R. (Leed) Werner.

He is survived by three children: Gary Werner, husband of Theresa; Michael Werner; and Robin Werner; four grandchildren; five

great-grandchildren; and a sister.

Grace R. (Weaver) Martin, 88, Ephrata, passed away on Thursday, September 14.

She was the wife of the late Elmer E. Martin.

She is survived by two sons: Clair, husband of Sandy (Leaman) Martin, Narvon, and Fred, husband

of Marilyn (King) Martin, New Holland; a daughter, Sylvia, wife of Sheldon Swartzentruber, Greenwood, Delaware; seven grandchildren; and 17 greatgrandchildren.

Raymond G. Groff, 86, wife of Mary Frances (Troyan) Groff, Akron, passed away on Friday, September 15.

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Es Pennsilfaanisch Deitsch Eck

By: e Late C. Richard Beam

(Originally published in the August 6, 1986 issue of The Shopping News)

AAGSCHT

By Gladys S. Martin

Un Aagscht is dann, der Muun vun Gewidder: Der Dunner, der gracht hoeh un nidder. Der Wedderleech so gehl un hell Macht die Ard zu ziddere mit der Gnell. Un all der Himmel’s voll mit Wunner

In Aagscht der mechdich Muun vun Dunner.

And August is the moon of thunder: The thunder cracks high and low. The lightning so yellow and bright Makes the earth tremble with the knell. And all the heaven is full of wonder In August, the mighty moon of thunder. ***

AUGUSCHT

By Parre Eli Keller

Im Auguscht kann mer schwitze, Sogaar schun beim Sitze.

Sis Sunn un Luft un alles heesGewiss, des macht die Faule bees! Danze soll mer wie die Micke, Des bringt Welschkann in die Krippe!

In August one can perspire, Even while sitting.

The sun and the air - all is hot.

Indeed, this even annoys the lazy ones. Dancing like the flies, That brings Indian corn into the cribs! ***

EIN LIED AN DIE

By Eli Keller

Du liebe alte Freundin, Hab’ dich schon lang gekannt -

AMSEL

Kein Vogel ist mir lieber, Im ganzen Vaterland!

So oft ich dich betrachte, Schlaegt staerker mir mein HerzIch denk an Kindheitstage, Mit wehmutsvollem Schmerz.

Du traegst dasselbe Roeckchen, Gemischt mit Aschengrau; Dasselbe rote Westchen, Ziert dich auf Feld und Au’.

Dein kleines schwarzes Koepchen, Traegt keine sond’re ZierUnd doch (Ich muss bekennen)

Ich habe Lieb zu dir!

Dein Nestchen bau’st du einfachMit Steckchen, Kot und HeuKoennt selber so eins machenIch sag es ohne Scheu!

Bist Feind wohl allen Moden, Und aller eitlen Kunst?Ich geb’ dir recht und sage: Die sind auch - leerer Dunst!

Hab’ oft dich hoeren pauken, Mit Kind - und allerleiWer koennt dir das verdenken, Ich ruehm es mir auf’s neu.

Bist herzlich fromm - ich weiss es! Du duld’st das Boese nicht; Und dienest deinem Gotte, Auch wenn man dich anficht!

Dein Herz kennt keine Sorgen, In seinem tiefsten Grund; Du singst an jedem Abend, Und in der Morgenstund.

Ach, wenn ich dich betrachte, Schlaegt staerker mir mein Herz; Ich denk’ an Kindheitstage, Mit wehmutsvollem Schmerz.

Du liebe alte Freundin, Hab’ dich schon lang gekanntKein Vogel ist mir lieber,

Im ganzen Vaterland.

You dear old friend, I’ve known you for a long timeNo bird is dearer to me, In all of my fatherland!

As often as I observe you, My heart beats louderI think of childhood days, With melancholy pain.

You wear the same little coat, Mixed with ashen gray; The same red vest, Adorns you in field and meadow.

You dear little black head, You bear without special decorationAnd yet (I must admit) I am very fond of you!

You build your simple nestWith small sticks, mud and hayI could make one tooThis I say without shame!

You’re opposed to all fashions, And all empty arts?I agree with you and say: They are indeed - empty vapor!

I’ve often heard you drumming, With child - and all kindsWho could hold it against you, I praise it anew.

Your heart is pious ­ I know it!

You’re impatient with evil; And you serve your God, Even when you are attacked!

Your heart knows no sorrow, In its deepest depths; You sing every evening, And in the morning hours.

Oh, when I behold you, Louder beats my heart; I recall days of childhood, With such sweet sorrow.

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Denver Fair Contest Winners

The following individuals were contest winners at the 2023 Denver Fair recently. Congratulations to everyone!

Coloring Contest

• Pre­School: 1st, Nancy Stoltzfus; 2nd, Dawson Ackley; 3rd, Brice Dorshimer

• K­1st Grade: 1st, Lydia Martin; 2nd, Makelle Weaver; 3rd, Emily Krimes

• 2nd & 3rd Grade: 1st, Makayla Schooley; 2nd, Judah Martin; 3rd, Harper Sander

• 4th & 5th Grade: 1st, Jane MacFarlane; 2nd, Kamryn Ulrich; 3rd, Sarah Lorditch

Super Candy Scramble

• Ages 3 & Under: Sarah Sauder, 3, Denver

• Ages 4 & 5: Kate Sauder, 5, Denver

• Ages 6 & Up: Grayson Weidman, 9, Reinholds

Celebrity Hot Wing Contest

1st, John Clair (Lions Club), 39 wings; 2nd, Cale Horning (Crossfire), 29 wings; 3rd, James Castaneda, 25 wings

First Responders Wing Contest

1st, Smokestown Fire Company, Donny Stover, 36 wings; 2nd, Stevens Fire Company, Jason Oberholtzer, 33 wings; 3rd, Reinholds Ambulance, Kyle Crills, 31 wings

A collection of “Deitsch Eck” columns from past issues of e Shopping News honoring the late C. Richard Beam.

You dear old friend, I’ve known you such a long timeNo bird is dearer to me, In all of my fatherland. ***

We want to celebrate this first week in August with the poetry of our own Gladys S. Martin and that of the late Rev. Dr. Eli Keller, who was active over a century ago. Gladys lives on Glenwood Drive by Effredaa.

Eli Keller, the author of EIN LIED AN DIE AMSEL (A Song To The Robin), was born on December 20, 1825 in Plainfield Township, Northampton County, where his great-grandfather, the pioneer Joseph Keller, had settled. In the spring of 1856, Eli was ordained to the ministry by the Mercersburg Classis of the German Reformed Church. For the next eighteen years, he ministered in English and in German to charges in Ohio, but toward the end of the period, only in English. He yearned for Pennsylvania and in 1874 returned tither. For the next 27 years, he served the Zionsville Parish in Lehigh County. In 1880, Ursinus College conferred upon him the honorary degree of Doctor of Divinity. In 1901, Keller retired from the ministry and moved into Allentown. On December 20, 1919, he celebrated his 94th birthday. A few days later he died peacefully at his home on Chew Street in Allentown.

Eli Keller’s MONET SPRUECH were printed on pages 71­73 of Daniel Miller’s volume entitled PENNSYLVANIA GERMAN, A Collection of Pennsylvania German Productions in Poetry and Prose. The second edition was printed in Reading in 1904. Preston Barba makes no mention of the MONET SPRUECH in “The Life And Works Of Eli Keller,” which he printed in the Allentown Morning Call on May 20, June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15 and 22, 1967. Barba does mention Keller’s Pennsylvania German almanac which was published in 1885 in Allentown under the title UNSER PENNSYLFANISCH­DEUTSCH KALENNER FOR 1885. We think it likely that Keller’s MONET SPRUECH were originally written for his Dutch almanac, but we can present no proof of this as yet.

These past weeks and months we have been examining with much delight volumes 3-11 (1869-1877) of DER REFORMIRTE HAUSFREUND, a biweekly newspaper in German published for members of the German Reformed Church. The HAUSFREUND was edited by the Rev. Benj. Bausman, who served the first Reformed Church in Reading. The HAUSFREUND, which continued to appear until 1903, is a gold mine of information on the activities of the German Reformed Churches in the period between the

Do You Know?

The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley, located at 237-249 West Main Street (Route 322), Ephrata, needs your help! They are hoping that Shopping News readers can provide information regarding this photo. Shown in the photo is a little girl on a float in the Ephrata Fair Baby Parade in 1970.

If you are able to provide more details about this picture, or identify any individuals, call The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley at 717-7331616 or email cjmarquet@ gmail.com. Future “Do You Know…” photos will be published in upcoming Shopping News issues.

If a photo is identified, the information will be published.

The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley is dedicated to discovering, gathering and preserving materials and data relative to the community known as the Cocalico Valley. For

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end of the Civil War and the beginning of the 20th century. Eli Keller was a regular contributor. EIN LIED AN DIE AMSEL was printed on the front page of the May 27, 1969 issue of the HAUSFREUND. Since Eli Keller wrote poetry in our MUDDERSCHPROOCH as well as in Standard German, DIE AMSEL will serve as an example of the latter.

August 6, 1986

En Bischli-Gnippli as Hoch un Pennsilfaanisch Deitsch gleicht

Obituaries

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Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, Joshua R. Groff, husband of Heather, Lititz; a daughter, Anne K. Weaver, Pequea; six grand-

children; six great-grandchildren; and a half-brother, Rickie D. Groff, husband of Alicia.

Michael S. “Pork Chops” Carpenter, 66, husband of Nadine (Becker) Carpenter, Ephrata, passed away on Sunday, September 17.

Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons: Eric Carpenter, companion of Tracy Kofroth, and Brian Carpenter; five grandchildren; and a brother, Rick, husband of Vicki Carpenter.

Anna W. Horning, 88, Fairmount Homes, Ephrata, passed away on Sunday, September 17.

She was the wife of the late Paul S. Horning.

She is survived by a son, Paul, husband of Shirley A. (Hershey) Horning, Lititz; three daughters: Diane M., wife of Ken Haller, Schaefferstown; Lisa D., wife of Kelly Moyer, Ephrata; and Pam L., wife of Rick Esh, New Holland; 14 grandchildren; 23 greatgrandchildren; and a sister, Elva Martin.

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~ John Ruskin

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- MEAT -

hometown

As cooler weather returns and leaves begin to change, warm hearty dishes are perfect for fall dinners – and a beef roast is a great option to be the star of your meal. From traditional pot roast to modern twists featuring unexpected ingredients, there are plenty of variations to keep your table filled with cozy comfort food all season long. We asked readers to share their favorite recipes with us. We received many responses, including those below. To view all of the recipes submitted, along with those submitted for past Hometown Flavors sections, visit www.snews.com.

Beef Roast PASTA

Round-Up Roast

Mary Ann Dell, East Earl

4 cloves garlic, minced

¼ cup dry sherry or reduced sodium chicken broth

¼ cup red wine vinegar

1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

½ teaspoon dried thyme

3 lb. bottom round roast, trimmed

1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard

chopped fresh herbs for garnish

In a large bowl, combine

garlic, sherry or broth, vinegar, honey, soy sauce, rosemary and thyme. Mix well. Set aside 1/4 cup of marinade.

Add roast to bowl and turn to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight, turning occasionally.

Preheat oven to 450°F.

Remove roast from the marinade. Discard marinade in bowl. Brush the roast with mustard and place on a roasting rack in a large roasting pan.

Roast 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F. Continue roasting until meat thermometer inserted in thickest part registers 150°F for medium, about 1 hour.

Place roast on serving platter; let stand for 10 minutes.

Skim fat from pan juices. Place roasting pan over medium heat. Add the reserved marinade and bring to a boil, scraping up brown bits. Garnish roast with fresh herbs. Slice roast thinly across grain. Serve with pan juices.

Serves 8.

Savory Roast

Beverly Zimmerman, New Holland

3 to 4 lb. chuck roast

1 medium onion

1 can cream of mushroom soup

½ cup water

¼ cup brown sugar

1 teaspoon regular mustard

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Slice onion over roast in a baking dish. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over meat. Cover. Bake at 325°F for 4 hours.

Slow Cooked Coffee Pot Roast

Pat Roth, Ephrata

“For those who like to use the Crockpot, this is different and good, too.”

2 medium onions, thinly slices

2 garlic cloves, minced

3½ to 4 lb. boneless beef chuck roast, quartered

1 cup brewed coffee

¼ cup soy sauce

¼ cup cornstarch

6 tablespoons cold water

Place half the onions in a 5-quart slow cooker. Top with garlic and half of the beef. Top with the remaining onions and beef.

Combine the coffee and soy sauce; pour over the beef. Cover and cook on low for 9 to 10 hours, or until the meat is tender.

Combine the cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir into the cooking juices. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes or until the gravy is thickened.

Good Beef Roast

Pat Roth, Ephrata

“This is the one and only way I make my beef roast for years. Delicious!”

3 to 3½ lb. chuck roast

olive oil

1 packet Lipton onion soup mix

Preheat oven to 300°F.

Place the roast on a large sheet of aluminum foil that has been set on a baking sheet with sides. Rub a thin layer of olive oil over both sides of the roast. Sprinkle half of the packet of soup on the top of the roast and half on the bottom. This will act as a dry rub. Bring both sides of the foil up and fold them over to seal, then fold over the ends a few times to seal them as well. You will have a packet now that will hold the juice that will cook out of the roast.

Bake the roast for 3½ hours or until the meat is fall-apart tender. (Cook for 4 hours for a 4 lb. roast.) When opening foil, be careful of hot steam. Pour the juice over the roast when serving.

Machaca Beef

Gloria Dougherty, Akron

1½ lb. lean beef roast

1 large onion, sliced

4 oz. can chopped green chilies

2 low-sodium beef bouillon cubes

1½ teaspoons dry mustard

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon salt & pepper

1 cup low-sodium salsa

Combine all ingredients except salsa in slow cooker. Add enough water to cover. Cover cooker and cook on low for 10 to 12 hours or until beef is tender. Drain and reserve liquid. Shred beef using two forks to pull apart. Combine beef, salsa and enough of reserved liquid to make desired consistency.

Use as filling for burritos, quesadillas, tacos, etc.

Yankee Pot Roast

Mary Ann Dell, East Earl

4½ lb. bottom round roast, trimmed

16 small yellow onions (1¾ lbs.), peeled, divided

1 teaspoon dried marjoram

13¼ oz. can reduced sodium beef broth

12 small red-skinned potatoes (1½ lbs.)

8 carrots, cut into 2½” pieces

¼ cup all-purpose flour

1/3 cup cold water

fresh herb sprigs for garnish

Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a nonstick Dutch over with vegetable cooking spray; heat over mediumhigh heat. Add roast; brown

on all sides. Place roast on a plate.

Reduce heat to medium. Slice 4 onions crosswise and add to pot. Sauté until just brown. Add the marjoram and broth. Bring to a boil. Return beef to pot. Cover and roast for 2½ hours.

Transfer roast to a carving board; cover to keep warm. Bring pan juices to a boil over high heat. Add remaining onions, potatoes and carrots. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, covered, until veggies are tender, 25 minutes.

Place veggies on serving platter; cover to keep warm. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and water. Skim off visible fat from pan juices. Bring to a boil. Whisk in flour mixture until smooth. Reduce heat to low. Simmer 2 minutes.

Slice roast and place on platter with veggies. Garnish with herb sprigs and serve with gravy.

Serves 8.

Roast Beef

Tera McFarland, Reinholds

3 to 4 lb. beef roast

1 can Coke

1 jar Heinz chili sauce

1 package dry onion soup mix

Put meat in crockpot and add ingredients in order listed. Cook for 6 to 8 hours or until the meat is tender.

Substitution notes: Ketchup and horseradish may be substituted for chili sauce. Beef bouillon and dried onions can be substituted for soup mix.

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a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visit www.elancolibrary. org for library events, happenings, and offerings. Call 717-354-0525 or email adagostino@elancolibrary. org with questions. Registration is not required for events, unless indicated.

• ELANCO Library Seeks

Donations of Used Children’s Books in Good Condition - Ongoing. Do you have children’s books your family has outgrown or no longer wants? Are you downsizing and reorganizing? Would you like to make sure your old children’s books go to a

good home? ELANCO Library needs used children’s books in good condition to sell at Friends of the Library book sales and to give away to young readers! Please feel free to drop off donations used children’s books in good condition at the library any time they are open.

• On the Same Page Teen Book Club - Tuesday, September 26 at 3:00 p.m. Join them for a discussion of the graphic novel “Catherine’s War” by Julia Billet. The event will take place in the Young Adult nook on the first floor of the library. Light snacks will be provided!

• Preschool Storytime: Dollars and Cents - Every Tuesday in September at 10:30 a.m. Preschoolers are invited to enjoy themed books, songs, rhymes, or movement activities while building language and literacy skills. This month, they’ll focus on learning about how and why you use money, through fun stories and activities! For ages 3-6, siblings welcome!

• Toddler Thursdays: Count ‘em Up! - Every Thursday in September at 10:30 a.m. Toddlers will dance, zoom, scoot, and hop between stories selected to promote language development. All adults are expected to participate and encourage the children to join in on the fun. This month, they will practice their counting skills through fun stories and activities. For ages 1-3, siblings welcome!

• Save the Date & Purchase Your Tickets Now for ELANCO Library’s 2nd Annual Autumn Jubilee. Please join them for the ELANCO Library’s 2nd Annual Autumn Jubilee, an evening of festive libations, dinner, dancing, and a silent auction at the Silk Mill on

Main, on Thursday, November 2 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. There is a cost for tickets, and all proceeds will benefit ELANCO Library. Tickets may be purchased online at www. elancolibrary.org or at the library and must be purchased by October 21.

Questions? Contact Susan D. Burke, President, ELANCO Library Board of Trustees at sburke309@ comcast.net or 717-3540525.

• Readers’ Roundtable Book Discussion - Monday, October 2 at 2:00 p.m. All are invited to join the Readers’ Roundtable Book Discussion group for lively conversation and discussion. The book selection for October is: “The Bookwoman’s Daughter” by Kim

Michele Richardson.

• Music and MovementSaturday, October 7 at 10:30 a.m. Sing, dance, chant, listen to music, move, and play instruments, while exploring the patterns and sounds that make up our language. This musical storytime is designed to promote language development and reading readiness skills while providing young children with joyful introductions to a variety of music and music-making experiences. Also a great storytime experience for active children who do not enjoy sitting still. For ages 0-6 with parent or caregiver.

• Read with Pepper the Pup! - Saturday, October 7 at 2:00 p.m. Did you know?

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Research shows that therapy dogs help people to improve attention span, focus, & well-being and that reluctant readers enjoy and benefit from reading aloud to a pup. Children of all ages (accompanied by their parent or other caregiver) are invited to spend some time with and read aloud to Pepper, a friendly and adorable Labrador Retriever who will be accompanied by Mrs. Carol Stark.

(Pepper has a Canine Good Citizen certificate from the American Kennel Club and is certified for excellence at the Advanced level by PAWS for People.) For all ages.

• Hooks and Needles:

Yarn Craft Club - Monday, October 9 at 6:30 p.m. Are you crafty with a needle (or two)? Would you like a little company to talk shop with

while you knit or crochet? Join them at the Library! Beginners welcome! They’ll get you started on your first project. All ages are invited!

• Build a Zombie Base Teen Challenge - Tuesday, October 10 at 3:00 p.m. Want to practice your zombie survival AND financial skills at the same time? How do those two things even connect? Join them for a fun afternoon (part STEM building challenge and part financial challenge!) as you decide the best way to purchase materials and design your base. Do you have what it takes to keep your survivors alive? For ages 12+.

• Growing in LanguageWednesday, October 11 at 6:30 p.m. Your voice is powerful, and so is your child’s! Join licensed Speech Language Pathologist Amanda Zimmerman (https://www.the speechroom.org/) for a presentation and discussion about language development, the basics of communication, and how

they can partner with children to help them grow.

• LEGO Creation ClubThursday, October 12 at 6:00 p.m. Once a month, they’ll build themed creations out of Lego® Bricks that will be displayed throughout the library.

• Fire Safety for Kids!

With Garden Spot Fire Rescue - Saturday, October 14 at 10:30 a.m. Join Garden Spot Fire Rescue for a fire prevention & safety program and an exciting tour of their fire truck! For grades K-3, plus families and caregivers. Note: This will be the same fire safety program used this year at the schools – a great opportunity for home school students and educators to get in your fire safety training.

• Pumpkin PaintingMonday, October 16 at 5:00 p.m. Join ELANCO library for some harvest fun by painting your own pumpkin to take home! Supplies will be provided. Registration is required and was opened on Monday, September 25.

• BRAAIIINNNSS!Teen Potluck and Trivia Night - Tuesday, October 17 at 4:00 p.m. Whip up your favorite spooky snack to share with friends and join them for a scary good time

at the library! Show off your big brains with trivia all about well…BRAINS (and the central nervous system). For ages 12 and up. No registration required!

• Owls of North America

- Saturday, October 21 at 2:00 p.m. Join Miss Jen (resident bird enthusiast) on a virtual tour of the Owls of North America. They will focus on identification and the life history of each species. This program will be a hoot!

• On the Same Page Teen Book Club - Tuesday, October 24 at 3:00 p.m. Join them for a discussion of the graphic novel “Growing Pangs” by Kathryn Ormsbee. The event will take place in the Young Adult nook on the first floor of the library. Light snacks will be provided!

• Preschool Storytime: Hello, Fall! - Every Tuesday in October at 10:30 a.m. Preschoolers are invited to enjoy themed books, songs, rhymes, or movement activities while building language and literacy skills. This month, they’ll celebrate the arrival of Fall with seasonal books and activities! For ages 3-6, siblings welcome!

• Toddler Thursdays: Hello, Fall! - Every Thursday in October at 10:30 a.m. Toddlers will dance, zoom, scoot, and hop between stories selected to promote language development. All adults are expected to participate and encourage the children to join in on the fun. This month, they’ll celebrate the arrival of Fall with seasonal books and activities! For ages 1-3, siblings welcome! Would you like to support the library to ensure that great events like these can continue? Visit https:// elancolibrary.org/donate/ to learn how you can help.

THURS., SEPTEMBER

Fairmount Homes, 2100 Wheat Ridge Dr., Ephrata, will host a MCC Presentation at 1:00 p.m. The program is free and open to the public. No reservations required.

FRI., SEPTEMBER 29Garden Spot Village, 448 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, will hold a 5th Friday Makers Market, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Call 717355-6000 for more info.

SAT., SEPTEMBER 30 -

The Garden Spot Village Train Room, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, will host a Train Room Open House, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free and open to the public. Call 717-3556000 for more info.

SAT., SEPTEMBER 30 -

The 1719 Museum, 1849 Hans Herr Dr., Willow Street, will hold a Maize and Snitz Fest, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. There is a cost.

SUN., OCTOBER 1 - The Scouts BSA Troops 4318 & 6759 and Adamstown Library Pack 3204 will hold a Car, Truck and Bike Show

hings to do... and PLACES

to support Wreaths Across America at the Reinholds VFW Post 6759, 250 Brunners Grove Rd., Reinholds, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. There is a cost per vehicle.

SUN., OCTOBER 1City Gate will hold a Afternoon of Praise in the Park, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at Thomas Grater Park, 300 Cocalico St., Ephrata. Local praise bands, free food and more. Everyone is welcome. Bring blankets or lawn chairs.

SUN., OCTOBER 1Hammer Creek Mennonite Church, 590 Hammer Creek Rd., Lititz, will hold a Community Hymn Sing at 6:00 p.m.

MON., OCTOBER 2The Ephrata Area Garden Club will hold it’s meeting at the Ephrata Eicher Arts Center, 409 Cocalico St., Ephrata, at 6:15 p.m. Peggy Eppig, PhD, Conservation Educator, will be the speaker. All welcome. There is a small fee to attend.

MON., OCTOBER 2 - A Free Community Breakfast

“Pancakes at Paul’s” will be held at St. Paul’s U.C.C. Church, 133 Church St., Bowmansville, from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. For more info., call 717-445-6256.

MON., OCTOBER 2 -

The Ephrata High School Class of 1955 will meet for lunch at the Udder Choice Restaurant at 11:30 a.m. For more info., call Georgine at 717-733-4216.

THURS., OCTOBER 5Fairmount will host a Central PA Blood Drive at 1100 Farm Crest Dr., Ephrata, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. For more info. or to schedule an appointment, call 1-800771-0059.

THURS., OCTOBER 5Garden Spot Village, 800 Kraybill Ave., New Holland, will hold a Benefits of Memory Support and Open House, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Call 717-355-

6000 for more info.

THURS., OCTOBER 5The Ephrata Community Meal will be held at Bethany U.C.C., 140 E. Main St.,

info., call Scott at 610-5730797.

SAT., OCTOBER 7 - The Reamstown Fire Company, 12 W. Church St., Reamstown, will hold a Drive Thru Chicken BBQ. Pickup at 10:00 a.m. until sold out. There is a cost.

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p.m. and meal is served at 6:00 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, the meal is cancelled. Dine-in only. For more info., call Tina at 484-798-0155.

FRI., OCTOBER 6Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, will host a 1st Friday Pop-

Up, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

FRI., OCTOBER 6 & SAT., OCTOBER 7 - The Ephrata Cloister, 632 W. Main St., Ephrata, will be selling Apple Dumplings, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Friday, and from 9:00 a.m. until sold out on Saturday. There is a cost. Rain or shine. For more info., call 717-733-6600.

FRI., OCTOBER 6 & FRI., OCTOBER 20 - The East Cocalico Lions Club will be holding a Fish and Shrimp Fry Drive Thru at Reamstown Park, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. There is a cost.

SAT., OCTOBER 7City Gate, 100 E. Main St., Ephrata, will host a Free Lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or while supplies last.

SAT., OCTOBER 7 - The Fivepointville Fire Company, 1087 Dry Tavern Rd., Denver, will hold a Chicken Pot Pie Dinner (drive thru only), from 10:00 a.m. until sold out. There is a cost. For more info., call 717-4454933.

SAT., OCTOBER 7Bergstrasse Lutheran Church, 9 Hahnstown Rd., Ephrata, will hold a Fall Fling Fundraiser, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. There will be refreshments and giveaways. For more info., call Sandy Lausch at 717-7334328.

SAT., OCTOBER 7Farm Country Shindig will be held at Reinholds Fire Company, 156 W. Main St., Reinholds, at 6:00 p.m. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. There is a cost. For more

SAT., OCTOBER 7Coleman Memorial Chapel Pavilion, 1980 Furnace Hills Pk., Lititz, will hold a Free Breakfast (by donation), from 7:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Everyone welcome.

SAT., OCTOBER 7Bergstrasse Lutheran Church, 9 Hahnstown Rd., Ephrata, will hold a Touchstone Jewelry and Mary Kay Products Fundraiser drop in, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Benefits Bergstrasse Lutheran Church Helping Hand (for those in need).

SAT., OCTOBER 7 - The 20th Annual Fall Blast 5K Run/Walk will be held at Bonfield Elementary School, 101 N. Oak St., Lititz, at 9:00 a.m. There is a cost. For more info., email fallblast5k@hartzpt.com.

SUN., OCTOBER 8The Ladies Auxiliary of the Ephrata Amvets will host Cash Bingo at the 614 S. State St., Ephrata. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. Bingo

ANDERSON, Jacob M. and Britany, Lititz, a son, at Women & Babies Hospital.

DITZLER, Jeremy R. and Alicia (Bender), Lititz, a son, at Women & Babies Hospital.

GLICK, Jonas and Becky, Leola, a son, at UPMC Lititz.

GREINER, Matt and Annie, Lititz, a daughter, at Women & Babies Hospital.

HOLLISTER, Stephanie M., and Elijah W. Villalobos, Lititz, a son, at UPMC Lititz.

HURST, Noah and Miriam (Huber), Leola, a daughter, at home.

LAPP, Christopher and Casondra (Lapp), Ephrata, a

MARTIN, Darryl L. and Shirley, Ephrata, a daughter, at Women & Babies Hospital.

NOLT, Nevin and Lynelle (Weaver), Brownstown, a son, at UPMC Lititz.

REIFF, Kevin M. and Brenda N. (Hoover), East Earl, a daughter, at home.

RIEHL, Eli and Esther (Allgyer), New Holland, a son, at home.

SHANAMAN, Matt T. and Megan, Ephrata, a son, at Women & Babies Hospital.

SLATER, Andrew M. and Lydia, Lititz, a daughter, at Women & Babies Hospital.

WEAVER, Corbin L. and Kylie (Gibson), Ephrata, a daughter, at Women & Babies Hospital.

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SUN., OCTOBER 8 -

The Ephrata Cloister Chorus will hold a Day of Music at 632 W. Main St., Ephrata, at 2:00 p.m. and at 3:00 p.m. There is a cost. For more info., call 717-733-6600.

SUN., OCTOBER 8The Reinholds Fire Company, 138 W. Main St., Reinholds, will hold a Gift Card and Cash Bingo, at 1:00 p.m. Kitchen and doors

September 27

Kyrie Janese Martin, 10, daughter of Gerald and Rosene Martin, Stevens.

September 29

Rylan Brett Auker, 8, son of Lamar and Lovina Auker, Denver.

MiKylie Amanda Brubacher, 5, daughter of Lavon and Carolyn Brubacher, Ephrata.

Dakota B. Hoover, 11, son of Lester and Doreen Hoover, East Earl.

Lydell Z. Leinbach, 12, son of Larry and Eva Mae Leinbach, Bowmansville.

Kendra M. Martin, 4, daughter of Merlin and Maria Martin, New Holland.

September 30

Clayton Jon Martin, 5, son of Earl David and Deborah Martin, East Earl.

open at 11:30 a.m. There is a cost. For more info. or tickets, call 717-336-4277.

THURS., OCTOBER 12 - 1st UMC of Ephrata, 68 N. Church St., Ephrata, will hold its monthly Senior Moments luncheon with entertainment (organist Don Kinnier) at 11:45 a.m. Eat at 12:00 noon (small charge). For more info., call 717738-2465.

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Brandon Trent Musser, 2, son of Jerald and Delores Musser, Newmanstown, grandson of Marlin and MaryJane Musser, Stevens.

October 1

Clayton Z. Leinbach, 8, son of Larry and Eva Mae Leinbach, Bowmansville.

Kylan Matthew Zimmerman, 6, son of Tim and Louise Zimmerman, East Earl.

October 2

Blake Mast, 12, son of Rebecca Mast, Stevens, and Todd Mast, Morgantown.

Julie Faith Zimmerman, 1, daughter of Lavern and Elaine Zimmerman, Ephrata, granddaughter of Roy and Suetta Zimmerman, East Earl, and Leroy and Edna Weaver, Stevens.

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2. NO NAMES will be accepted over the phone.

3. This service is provided for local children and their parents. Exception: If grandparents are local and child is out of the area, then local grandparents’ names will also appear. Local is defined as The Shopping News distribution area.

4. Limited to ages 1 through 12.

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Deadline is 3 weeks prior to birthday. Age limit 12.

Reflections on Ephesians

by Pastor Cornelius R. Stam

There is no epistle in which we find more about the grace of God than that great and wonderful epistle of Paul to the Ephesians! It is one of his prison epistles and, interestingly enough, he was actually and literally in jail for telling a secret, the secret of the mystery (Eph.

6:19,20). Evidently he had a great deal of opposition in trying to make this secret known. That’s rather unusual, isn’t it?

The Ephesian epistle was probably written about 64 A.D., and was evidently sent by the hand of a man named Tychicus (6:21,22), along with two other letters, one to the Colossians (Col. 4:7-9), and that to Philemon (Col. 4:7-9 cf. Phile. 1012). Never, never were more valuable documents entrusted to human hands!

Now, in the earlier epistles of Paul, we learn a great deal about dispensational change and development, but in Ephesians we have arrived, and find ourselves on the

highest, broadest spiritual ground. Here the Holy Spirit reveals to us, in all their fullness, those blessed truths which distinguish this dispensation from others.

For example, the mystery or the sacred secret is here revealed in all its fullness. He says that this secret is now made known (1:9) through him (3:1-3), but it is for all to see (3:9), for it concerns our close relationship to Christ (5:30,32). And since Satan will oppose the proclamation of this secret, boldness is needed to proclaim it (6:19,20).

In this epistle, the one Body of Christ, the Church of this dispensation, is emphasized throughout. The whole body,

he says, is the fullness, the complement, the fullness of Christ (1:23). He says God is making one new man today (2:15), reconciling Jews and Gentiles to Himself in one body (2:16), a joint body (3:6), in which we are to keep the unity of the Spirit (4:3,4). The Body, he says, must grow up, and it must build itself up in love (4:1116). Christ is the Head of the Body, and its Savior (5:23), and we are the members (5:30). How close that brings all believers to each other! How close it brings us to Christ!

Our position in the heavenlies is prominently brought out in this epistle. We read that, immediately upon conversion, we are

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blessed with all spiritual blessings in the heavenlies (1:3). We’re told that God’s power in raising Christ from the dead and exalting Him far above all is now extended to us-ward who believe (1:19-21). Positionally, he says, we’ve already been raised from the dead and seated in the heavenlies (2:6). Now, he says, it is ours to occupy this position by faith, as a witness to the principalities and powers in the heavenlies (3:10). Hence we must wrestle with the rulers of the darkness of this age, wicked spirits in the heavenlies (6:12). And for this, he says, we’re going to need the whole armor of God (6:10,11).

In this epistle, all is grace.

Read Ephesians and see how it is permeated with grace. Even the salutation speaks of grace and peace (1:2). Compare that with what we read about the second coming of Christ to this earth, where He will come to judge and make war (Rev. 19:11). Grace and peace is the exact opposite of judgment and war! Thank God He hasn’t declared war yet. He hasn’t visited this world in judgment yet. He still offers to sinners everywhere, and to saints, of course, in greater measure, grace and peace.

Now the doxology—oh, what a doxology of grace! The doxology in the Ephesian epistle is the longest of all of

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Paul’s doxologies, and in the original it is his longest sentence. We’re blessed because we are chosen by God the Father to the praise of His glory (1:4-6). We’re made accepted in

the Son to the praise of His glory. We’re sealed by the Spirit to the praise of His glory. Glory to the triune God! Glory for His grace! We read individual things, too, about the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. All throughout this epistle, everything emanates from the Father. The Father is always the source. The Father has chosen us (1:3,4)

according to the good pleasure of His will (v. 5), according to the riches of His grace (vv. 6,7), according to His good pleasure (v. 9), according to the purpose of Him who worketh all things after the counsel of His own will (v. 11), according to the working of His mighty power (v. 19), and according to His eternal purpose (3:11). There’s more about

that in the epistle, showing that everything finds its source in the will of God.

Then we see how our salvation centers in the Son. He’s always the second person in the Trinity. His place is always in the midst. We read, for example, that we’re blessed with all spiritual blessings in Christ (1:3), and have redemption through His blood (v. 7),

in whom we are greatly enriched (v. 11), in whom also we are saved (v. 13), and sealed (v. 13). Think of that! We are in Christ, and because of His finished work, the believer is sealed until the day of redemption.

Then we come to the Spirit. It all comes down to us through, or by the operation of, the Spirit. We’re sealed by the Spirit

(1:13), and we have access to God the Father by the Spirit (2:18). We are an habitation of God through the Spirit (2:22), and we’re strengthened by the Spirit (3:16). We must not grieve the Spirit (4:30), but rather bear the fruit of the Spirit (5:9). We must be filled with the Spirit (5:18), use the sword of the Spirit (6:17), and we must pray in the Spirit (6:18).

What a tremendous, tremendous epistle!

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THURS., OCTOBER 12

The Ephrata Community Meal will be held at Bethany U.C.C., 140 E. Main St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and meal is served at 6:00 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, the meal is cancelled. Dine-in only. For more info., call Tina at 484-798-0155.

SAT., OCTOBER 14City Gate, 100 E. Main St., Ephrata, will host a Free Lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or while supplies last.

SAT., OCTOBER 14Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue will hold its monthly Open House from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon at 60 Vera Cruz Rd., Reinholds. No admission charge. Food is available for purchase. For more info., call 717-484-4799.

SAT., OCTOBER 14Discover Denver will be held at Denver Memorial Park, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There will be live entertainment, a chili cookoff, scarecrow contest, prizes, pet parade, rubber duck race, food trucks and crafts.

SAT., OCTOBER 14Brecknock Township Park & Rec will hold a Trunk or Treat at Brubaker Park, 100 Brubaker Ln., East Earl, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Free entry. There will be food, a decorating contest, campfire, the magic or Erick Hershey and much more.

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Denver Fair Premium Winners

The following is a partial listing of individuals who won premiums at the 2023 Denver Fair. Congratulations to everyone!

Department 10 - 4-H, Section 18 - 4-H Projects

• Class 337 - BEST OF SHOW: 1st, Ella Haller, New Holland

Public Invited To Second Annual Afternoon Of Praise In The Park

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Section 201 - Photos

• Class 1258 - BEST

this free community event. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Shown in the photo, from left to right, is musician Kevin Hewitt, Kim Warner (Ephrata City Gate, Executive Director) and musician Floyd Shirk.

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Section 301 - Needlework-

Sewn Clothes

• Class 1490 - BEST OF SHOW - 1st, Makenzi Halligan, Reinholds

Section 406 - Baked Goods-PSCAF Contest

• Class 2003 - PA Preferred Jr. Baking Contest - 1st, Arianna Carroll, Denver; 2nd, Casey Weinhold, Denver; 3rd, Jael Glick,

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Section 701 - Vegetables

• Class 2746 - BEST OF SHOW - 1st, Eve Cartwright, Mohnton Section 702 - Fruits

• Class 2761 - Apples-

Yellow Delicious - 1st, Micah Moyer, Denver; 2nd, Reid Moyer, Denver

Section 802 - Dairy Beef Market Show

• Class 50 - Dairy BeefLightweight - 1st, Wyatt

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Martin, Denver

9 9 9 9 9 OF SHOW-Photos - 1st, Angelina Martin, Robesonia

• Class 51 - Dairy BeefMiddleweight - 1st, Peyton Warihay, Manheim

• Class 52 - Dairy BeefHeavyweight - 1st, Blake Shenk, Denver

• Class 53 - Dairy BeefGrand Champion - 1st, Blake Shenk, Denver

• Class 54 - Dairy BeefReserve Champion - 2nd, Wyatt Martin, Denver

Section 803 - Dairy Beef

Showmanship

• Class 61 - Dairy BeefIntermediate Showmanship - 1st, Blake Shenk, Denver; 2nd, Wyatt Martin, Denver

• Class 62 - Dairy BeefJunior Showmanship - 1st, Peyton Warihay, Manheim

• Class 63 - Dairy BeefGrand Champion Show1st, Blake Shenk, Denver

• Class 64 - Dairy

Beef-Res Grand Champ Showmanship - 2nd, Peyton Warihay, Manheim

Section 811 - Angus Heiffer Show

• Class 4 - AngusIntermediate Heifer - 1st, Matthew Butz, Reinholds

• Class 6 - Grand Champion Heifer - 1st, Matthew Butz, Reinholds

• Class 7 - Reserve Grand Champion Heifer - 2nd, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia

Section 812 - Crossbred Heiffer Show

Mainspring of Ephrata is pleased to announce the board of directors for fiscal year

2023-2024. Shown in the photo, from left to right, are (sitting) Randy Goshert (Treasurer), Christy Anderson (Vice President), David Boland (President), Jennifer Katke (Secretary), Anthony Kilkuskie (Member at Large); (standing) Wes Dudley, Nancy Harris, Shawn Bear, Sue Gunselman, Rick Ressler, Joy Ashley, Bob Harter, Linda Martin and Nicolas Frolio. Missing from the photo are Rachel Bitner and Kathleen Miller.

• Class 1 - CrossbredJunior Heifer Calf - 1st, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia

Section 814 - Preview

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Shopping News Photo by Donald Reese

• Class 10 - Preview SteerLightweight - 1st, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia

• Class 13 - Preview SteerGrand Champion - 1st, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia

Section 815 - Market Steer Show

• Class 21 - Market

Steer-Middleweight - 1st, Matthew Butz, Reinholds; 2nd, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia

• Class 22 - Market SteerHeavyweight - 1st, Eli Shertzer, Lancaster

• Class 23 - Market SteerGrand Champion - 1st, Matthew Butz, Reinholds

• Class 24 - Market SteerReserve Champion - 2nd, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia

Section 816 - Beef Showmanship

• Class 31 - Beef-Intermediate - 1st, Matthew Butz, Reinholds; 2nd, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia

• Class 32 - Beef-Junior1st, Eli Shertzer, Lancaster

• Class 33 - Beef-Grand

Champion Showman - 1st, Matthew Butz, Reinholds

• Class 34 - Beef-Res

Grand Champion Showmanship - 2nd, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia

Section 821 - Preview Market Lambs

• Class 70 - Pre Market

Lamb-Lightweight - 1st, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia; 1st, Benjamin Reed, Lititz

• Class 71 - Pre Market

Lamb-Middleweight - 1st, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia; 1st, Nicole Martin, East Earl

• Class 72 - Pre Market

Lamb-Heavyweight - 1st, Hailey Groff, Reinholds; 1st, Hailey Leed, Lititz; 1st, Jacob Zimmerman, Ephrata

• Class 73 - Pre Market

Lamb Champ-Lightweight1st, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia

• Class 74 - Pre Market

Lamb Res. Champ-Lightweight - 2nd, Hailey Leed, Lititz

• Class 75 - Pre Market Lamb Champ-Middleweight - 1st, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia

• Class 76 - Pre Market

Lamb Res. Champ-Middleweight - 2nd, Nicole Martin, East Earl

• Class 77 - Pre Market

Lamb Champion-Heavyweight - 1st, Hailey Leed, Lititz

• Class 78 - Pre Market

Lamb Res. Champ-Heavyweight - 2nd, Hailey Groff, Reinholds

• Class 79 - Pre Market

Lamb-Grand Champion1st, Hailey Leed, Lititz

• Class 80 - Pre Market

Lamb Res. Grand Champ - 2nd, Hailey

Section 824 - Breeding

Sheep-Crossbreed

• Class 92 - Spring Ewe

Lamb-Crossbreed - 1st, Hailey Leed, Lititz

• Class 94 - Yearling EweCrossbreed - 1st, Hailey

Leed, Lititz; 2nd, Haley

Hoffman, Lititz

• Class 101 - Champion

Ewe-Crossbreed - 1st, Hailey Leed, Lititz

• Class 102 - Reserved

Champion Ewe-Crossbred2nd, Hailey Leed, Lititz

Section 825 - Breeding

Sheep-Hampshire

• Class 94 - Yearling EweHampshire - 1st, Haley

Hoffman, Lititz; 1st, Haley

Hoffman, Lititz

• Class 101 - Champion

Ewe-Hampshire - 1st, Haley

Hoffman, Lititz

• Class 102 - Reserve

Champion Ewe-Hampshire - 2nd, Haley Hoffman, Lititz

Section 829 - Breeding

Sheep-Suffolk

• Class 105 - Supreme

Champion-Suffolk - 1st, Hailey Leed, Lititz

Section 830 - Sheep

Showmanship

• Class 100 - Sheep-

Senior - 1st, Nicole Martin, East Earl

• Class 101 - Sheep-Intermediate Showmanship - 1st, Hailey Groff, Reinholds; 1st, Hailey Leed, Lititz; 2nd, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia; 2nd, Caleb

Martin, East Earl

• Class 102 - Sheep-Junior

Showman - 1st, Ashlyn

Martin, East Earl; 2nd, Haley Hoffman, Lititz

• Class 103 - Sheep-Grand Champion Showman - 1st, Hailey Leed, Lititz

• Class 104 - SheepReserve Grand Champion - 2nd, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia

Section 851 - Market

Swine Show

• Class 110 - Swine-

Lightweight - 1st, Mason Weaver, Jonestown; 1st, Wyatt Weaver, Jonestown; 2nd, Jesse Grubb, Landisville; 2nd, Devon Nolt, Manheim

• Class 111 - Swine-

Middleweight - 1st, Matthew Butz, Reinholds; 1st, Ben Nolt, Manheim; 1st, Katelyn Nolt, Manheim; 2nd, Morgan Good, Stevens; 2nd, Brandon Nolt, Manheim; 2nd, Charlotte Weaver, Jonestown

• Class 113 - Swine-

Heavyweight - 1st, Matthew Butz, Reinholds; 1st, Breean Good, Denver; 2nd,

Ceremony Honoring Mike Carpenter

Ben Nolt, Manheim; 2nd, Wyatt Weaver, Jonestown

• Class 130 - SwineLightweight Champion1st, Mason Weaver, Jonestown

• Class 131 - SwLightweight Reserve Champion2nd, Devon Nolt, Manheim

• Class 132 - SwineMiddleweight Champion

- 1st, Matthew Butz, Reinholds

• Class 133 - SMiddleweight Reserve Champion2nd, Morgan Good, Stevens

• Class 136 - SwineHeavyweight Champion

A Firefighter’s Funeral was held on Friday, September 22 for Michael Carpenter, a 48-year active member of the Lincoln Fire Company. Mike was a Captain for many years and recently served as Sergeant for the Fire Police. His

passion was taking care of Lincoln’s antique 1926 Reo fire engine. At his request, his body was transported on the 1926 Reo from the Salem Lutheran Church past the Fire Station to his final

resting place at Cedar Hill Cemetery. Members of the company participated in the service and an arch of aerial ladders was provided by the Pioneer and Reamstown

- 1st, Matthew Butz, Reinholds

• Class 137 - SwHeavyweight Reserve Champion

- 2nd, Breean Good, Denver

• Class 138 - Swine-Grand Champion - 1st, Matthew Butz, Reinholds

Fire Companies.

Shopping News Photo by Donald Reese (Continued On Page 12B)

For Sale

FOR SALE: Snapper snow blower. Box spring mattress frame, double, free. If interested, call 717-354-7669.

FOR SALE: 8x12 carriage shed, white, green, good condition, Terre Hill. Call 484429-5104.

FOR SALE: Lincoln 225 welder, $150. 8” table saw, $25. Crocks, 5-gal. $35/each. 3/ 4-drive air wrench $25. 717606-4789.

FOR SALE: Used sheds, 12’x12” Dutch barn, 10x14 mini barn, 8x12 mini barn, good condition, Others available. Can deliver. 717-6732303, no Sunday calls.

FOR SALE: Sofa and love seat, $150 or best offer. In Fivepointville. Call 315-5752773.

FOR SALE: Search Amazon: KMINA bathroom disabled toilet armrest for elderly. See Amazon for further description and image. Incredibly sturdy. Home health nurses very impressed with this model toilet surround. Very nice, clean condition. New, $150, best offer. Call 717-2036521.

FOR SALE: Lift chair, only 2 years old, great condition. Blue velvet like fabric. Best offer. Call 717-203-6521.

FOR SALE: Flatscreen 26” Insignia color TV, like new, $150; antique, like new, saddle purse, $50; antique walnut decorative mirror, $300; glass horse bookend, $20; CD player, $10; “Trail of Painted Ponies” collection, BO. Sterling silver complete 8 pc. parade saddle, 18” seat, serious offers only. 804-9883478, Sinking Spring area.

FOR SALE: Taizhou scooter, 150 CC, gas, 2008, runs well, good condition, $700 or best offer. 717-314-9516 after 2:30 pm.

FOR SALE: Mennonite single seat carriage on rubber. Navy blue swirl interior. Stained oak cabinet with dark air brushed edges. Marker lights on upper corners front and rear. New backing straps and battery included. Good condition, everything works like it should. Can deliver anywhere in Lancaster County, $4,800. 717-327-5013.

FOR SALE: Firewood. Mixed hardwoods, no maple, no pine. Split and cut to 18”, well seasoned, stored in greenhouse for 1 year. $195/ cord plus delivery. 717-7333952.

FOR SALE: New in box, Nova 300 series, extra wide, transport chair. 20” lightweight with hand brakes. Box says red, but is a burgundy color. Paid $240, asking $150. Call or text, 717-413-7970.

FOR SALE: 2001, 5’x8’, Shadow Master enclosed cargo trailer, interior light, good condition, $2,400. Local calls only. 717-9516693.

FOR SALE: NIB, never used, Swan brand, solid surface, white, low threshold 34”x48”x72” direct mount to stud, 3 wall shower alcove with offset drain. Has 2 niches & 1 full length bottle shelf, no seat. See it, look up SK#1000945663 & 1000941287. Was $1,300, will sell for $950. 717-2036521.

FOR SALE: Flags, flagpoles, cases, etc. Mailboxes on sale, $10, posts, $10, various colors, store stock only, while they last. American Flag Shoppe near Adamstown, 717-484-1183.

FOR SALE: Search Amazon: Medline Premium Empower rollator walker with seat, folding rolling walker with 8” wheels, See Amazon for further description and image. New $179, best offer. Barely Used. Call 717-2036521.

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FOR SALE: Custom built replacement windows and doors. Professional installation. Call Ronafa Window & Door, 717-733-7534 or visit our showroom at 400 W. Main St, Ephrata in the Ephrata Business Complex. Thank You!

FOR SALE: Maytag top load washer, good condition, $125; SportsArt elliptical, great condition, $50. 717733-8318.

Antiques

FOR SALE: New Holland WWII service book, 34 issues. Victory News 1943-46, printed. New Holland Clarion, Paul Russell, $150. 717-7157339.

Appliances

FOR SALE: Freezer, 16 cu. ft. upright GE with 3 shelves, deep front storage, 484-4295104.

FOR SALE: 24” GE electric wall oven, $125. GE 30” cooktop stove, $75; Broan 30” range hood, $50, All used and good condition, 717859-1482.

Auto/Truck

FOR SALE: 2008 Ford full size van with wheelchair lift. Garage kept and well maintained. See Facebook Marketplace for pictures and info. $21,000. 717951-5159.

FOR SALE: 2009 Pontiac Vibe, 111,000 miles, inspected, good condition, $3,900 firm. 717-572-9417.

FOR SALE: 1984 Chevy pick-up. Custom 350 cu” motor, auto. trans, 4:11 posi/locker rear, wheelie castors and traction bars. Short bed with tarp cover. Chopped roof, customized body and blue paint w/ flames, blue customized interior. Garage kept. Asking $15,000. 717-690-9822.

FOR SALE: 4500 Superwinch, 12V, 25’ cable, $100. Call 717-693-3959.

Household/Furniture

FOR SALE: Tan and gray sleeper sofas, queen and full size. Reclining sofas and love seats, colors available coffee, granite, charcoal. Closeout Models & Rebuilt Mattresses in stock. Large selection, Sealy, Serta, Stearns & Foster, Beautyrest. Martindale Mattress, Delivery available. 114 Hurst Road, Ephrata. 717445-9153.

FOR SALE: Wicker hutch, glass round table, TV cart, glass rectangle table, glass octagon table, microwave cart, wicker desk, $15 each. Wicker coffee table, $10. Call 717-847-3359.

Lawn & Garden

FOR SALE: 1966 John Deere 110, 80% restored, rebuilt engine, $900. Leave message, 717-627-3449.

FOR SALE: Used lawn mowers, discount prices. Fall clean up mowers with baggers. 717-445-5090.

Musical

FOR SALE: Piano, violin, viola lessons in Ephrata. Degreed, experienced teacher, reasonable rates, recitals. Call 240-6757082.

Pets & Animals

FOR SALE: AKC Bernese Mountain pups, nice markings, vet checked, $250 OBO. Also, Toy Bichpoo and Cockapoos, ready now. 717-354-5325.

FOR SALE: Kittens, $5 each or best offer. Please call 717615-8051.

FOR SALE: 2 year old AKC Golden Retriever female, $175; 5 year old AKC Golden Retriever, female, friendly, great pet, $45. 717-4454149.

Sporting Goods

FOR SALE: 20 boxes of shotgun ammunition, $150 OBO. 717-468-9651.

FOR SALE: New and used golf balls. Good used individual clubs. Sports cards, ice hockey, football and special team cards. Call 717-336-6007.

FOR SALE: Browning Abolt, 12 ga. slug, with scope, $800. Browning XBolt, 30.06, Hell’s Canyon speed, $900. Both like new. Call after 4pm, 717314-1382.

RV’s & Campers

FOR SALE: Downsizing, 2005 Simba Safari motor home, 37’, 3/slides, exceptional unit, loaded, clean. 717-940-9038.

FOR SALE: Need a fall/winter project? 2000 Jayco Kiwi 23B Hybrid travel trailer with slide-out. This travel trailer has not been used in years and needs lots of loving care; new floor is a definite, along with other cosmetic fixes. Make an offer. Call 717-3680315.

FOR SALE: 2018 Forest River Surveyor camper, 31’, 2 slide-outs, center island, tall roof, dual axle, used 3 times, like new. Must sell, $19,500 OBO, 717-587-3081, leave message.

Notice

NOTICE: Piano lessons. Call Susan Lambert, lessons for all ages. 717-371-4742, 11 Brookfield Drive, Ephrata.

NOTICE: We accept brush, trimmings, grass clippings, trees and stumps for a small fee. Call Martin Mulch for information. 717-7331602.

Garage Sale

NOTICE: 4+ Family Yard/ Garage Sale, Friday, September 29, 7am-1pm. NBsize 10 boy and girl’s clothing, coats, blanket sleepers, toys, tons of books, home decor, storage tubs, women’s clothing, shoes, green mason jars, youth bike, Baby Trend car seat/base, kitchen items, vintage trunk. 324 S. 9th St., Akron.

NOTICE: Area Yard Sales, Friday, 9/29 & Saturday, 9/ 30. Something for everyone. 12 Burkey Dr., Denver, more homes in area.

NOTICE: Multi-Family Yard Sale, 9/29, 1pm-?, 9/30, 7am-? Lots of clothing, newborn to adults, shoes, boots, lots of jeans, size 12-16, baby swing, sit and stand stroller, car seat, household goods, baked goods, and lots more. 460 S. Farmersville Rd., Ephrata. More in neiborhood.

NOTICE: Huge Multi-Family Garage Sale. Saturday, September 30, 6:30am. Tons of name brand kids, teen, adult clothing & shoes, collectibles, AG doll, LEGO, household, decor and more. 6 Grebill Ct., Ephrata, (Brownstown).

NOTICE: Moving Sale, Saturday, September 30th, 7am-? Lawn furniture, home decor, household items, more. 115 Old Mill Rd., Ephrata.

NOTICE: West Earl Heights Fall Development Garage Sale, Saturday, Sept. 30, 7am. Something for everyone. Allen & Buchland Rds., Ephrata, (Brownstown). Rain/shine.

NOTICE: Huge Multi-Family Garage Sale, Friday, Saturday, September 2930, 8-? Household, bedspreads, fabric, Princess House, Tupperware, tons of coats, dresses, shirts, shoes, lots of decor. 159 Laurel Rd., East Earl.

NOTICE: Yard Sale, 9/30, 7am. Clothes, household and more. 325 N. Railroad Ave., New Holland.

NOTICE: Garage Sale, Saturday, 9/30, 7amnoon. Rain/shine. Tools, weed trimmers, charcoal grill, socket sets, hunting clothes, steel fence posts, vintage lineman’s belts, Kodak slide projector, stereo receiver, CD player, turntable, more. free pile. 42 Scenic Drive, Denver.

GARAGE

Rummage Sale

at Schaefferstown Zion United Methodist Church Route 897 (Heidelberg Ave.) in Schaefferstown

Saturday, Sept. 30 from 8AM-1PM

NOTICE: 15 Family Garage Sale, Friday, 9/29, 17pm. 9/30, 7-12pm. Rain/ shine, Lots of clothing, all sizes, jeans, jackets, shoes, housewares, bedding, tables full of fabric, vintage/flowered feed bags, lots of books, baked goods, scrapbooking papers and a lot more. Another sale in neighborhood. 395 S. Farmersville Rd., Ephrata.

NOTICE: Yard Sale, 9/29 and 9/30 at 918 Hannah Drive, Lititz.

NOW HIRING!

Kitchen/Deli

NOTICE: Huge Garage Sale, 9/29-9/30. Antiques, tools, household, toys, numerous items, every category. Across High Concrete. 143 Denver Road, Denver.

NOTICE: Storewide, 1/2 Off, 5th Saturday Event, Leola Thrift Shoppe, Saturday, September 30, 9-4, 265 W. Main St., Leola, between Mook’s and Sharp Shopper.

NOTICE: Yard Sale, Downsizing, September 29th & 30th, 8am-2pm. Christmas ornaments from 1979 to present, Christmas decor, furniture, garden tools, Little Giant ladder, New John Deere model S230 and misc. household items. 103 Royal Horse Way, Reinholds (Morganshire).

NOTICE: Multi-Family Garage Sale, 9/29, 7am-4pm. Infant thru adult clothing, all seasons, costumes, toys, HH. 80 Buchland Road, Ephrata.

NOTICE: Huge Parking Lot Yard Sales, Saturday, 9/30, 7-1. Multiple stand holders with toys, kid’s books, puzzles, games, baby to adult clothing, tricycle, household items, Tupperware, kettles, Bath & Body Works items, DoTerra Oils, garden tools, misc. (See Craigslist) Located at Gehman’s School, 650 Gehmans’ School Road, Denver.

NOTICE: Huge Indoor Garage Sale, Saturday, September 30, 6:30am. 15+ families. Lots of clothes, shoes, home decor, books, fabric, air conditioners, delicious breakfast sandwiches, drinks and snacks. At Reiff’s Farm Market, 2902 Rothsville Road, Ephrata.

NOTICE: Huge Church Yard Sale at Stumptown Mennonite Church. Indoors, Saturday, October 14th, 8am-2pm. This is a fundraiser for the Church Mission Trip to Costa Rica. Most items sold by donation, food and baked goods for purchase. 2813 Stumptown Rd., Bird in Hand.

QUARRY HAUL TRUCK DRIVER

Full-time opportunity to operate a haul truck within quarry to transport stone to the primary crushing plant or move soil & fill around on company property. Cross train to operate other heavy equipment and perform various general labor duties as needed. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license. Previous quarry experience a plus, but not required. Capable of lifting to 75 lbs. Must be able to spend long periods driving or sitting in truck cab and work outside in all kinds of weather, heat, cold, dusty & muddy

Scheduled Work Hours along with PTO and Paid Holidays.

• Light to Medium Duty Lifting. Forklift Operating.

• Excellent Pay. Simple IRA Package with Company Match.

• Summer Picnic, Christmas Banquet, Opportunities for Growth.

Our goal is to bring value to each employee by making each day enjoyable and building strong relationships. We are a faith-based company built on Biblical values and principles.

NOTICE: Multi-Family Garage Sale, Thursday, September 28, 8:30-4, Friday, September 29, 8:30-1. 10 wooden kitchen chairs, glass patio table and 6 chairs, buffet cupboard, lamps, rugs, home decor, scrapbooking supplies, new girl’s dresses, infant-size 3. Lots of clothing, microwave, quilt rack. 1364 Red Run Road, Stevens.

Help Offered

HELP OFFERED: Experienced lady of 15 years will take care of your mom or dad 24/5, or part time. Vera 717-808-7055.

HELP OFFERED: Kevin Kepple Electric LLC. 37 years experience. Fully insured. Call for free estimate on new construction, additions, service upgrades, and for all our electrical needs. Call Kevin, 717-723-1230.

HELP OFFERED: We haul the Amish from Perry county to Lancaster and surrounding counties. We have one 15 passenger van, one 7 passenger van and one 5 passenger SUV. Call 717-580-6243 for availability.

HELP OFFERED: Handyman Mark. 717-271-8886.

HELP OFFERED: Experienced electrician, licensed and insured. Prompt, friendly service and free estimates. Call Jim, 717-5752147. Please leave a message.

HELP OFFERED: Decks Decks Construction. Building decks, fences, and ramps since 1979. Free estimates and design. Call Mark 717269-3549. www.decksdecks construction.com. Like us on Facebook. PA047954.

HELP OFFERED: Need a ride to and/or from work in inclement weather? Call Marlene at 717-445-3085.

HELP OFFERED: Groff Painting. Clean, quality work. Reasonable rates. Free estimates. Ephrata. 717-371-7515, PA118129.

HELP OFFERED: Don Graham Remodeling, repairs around your home. Electrical, plumbing, drywall, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, painting, deck repairs, pressure washing, deck cleaning and sealing. Licensed and insured. PA Contractor #037752. Visit www.Don GrahamRemodeling.com. Call 717-368-8943.

HELP OFFERED: Light tree trimming, debris removal, hedge trimming, mulching and leaf clean-up. Great prices, free estimates. Call Tim at 717-8242831.

Childcare

HELP OFFERED: Two openings, Ephrata area. If interested, call Cathy at 717-7783435.

Cleaning Services

HELP OFFERED: I own a small, insured cleaning business. Have open slots for commercial and residential cleaning. Call or text Annie Hoover at 717-672-8743.

HELP OFFERED: Cleaning Services. Offices, banks, residential, commercial, churches, move in/out, & apartment turnovers. Call/ text, Time2clean, 717-4545399.

HELP OFFERED: Ann & Marri Housecleaning, 8 yrs. exp. Commercial & residential cleaning. 717-5006607.

Home & Lawn Care

HELP OFFERED: Need a helping hand? Mulching, shearing, general landscaping cleanups. Honest, reliable, affordable. Free Estimates. Call Matt, 717-7384360.

HELP OFFERED: Fall and winter clean up services available. Contact Tim at 717-634-6602.

HELP OFFERED: Busy B Tree Service. Tree removal, tree trimming, fully insured, free estimates, 6 years experience. 717-475-0828.

Help Wanted

HELP WANTED: At Ribs and Chicken stand in Maryland. People to help customers Fridays and Saturdays. Small stand, competitive pay, cash tips. 717-606-8413.

HELP WANTED: Experienced carpenter to do maintenance repairs on small farm house. Call 610-517-3379.

HELP WANTED: Lawn care business needs help. Must have driver’s license. Start immediately. 717-6904453.

Wanted

WANTED: Storage for 30 ft. boat, must have electric to charge batteries and 24 hr. access, Ephrata area. 717314-7070. Leave message if no answer, will get back to you.

WANTED: Crafters, Peace UCC, Denver, is holding a craft show on Sat., December 2, 2023 from 8am to 1pm. Call 717484-4400 for more info.

To Buy

WANTED: Older Christmas decorations and glass ornaments. Costume jewelry. Postcards. Older doll clothes. Stella, 717-8757884.

WANTED: Instant cash. Always buying your husband’s, wife’s, mother’s, grandmother’s or your unwanted jewelry. Also, wrist and pocket watches, check your drawers and jewelry boxes. Old radios, coins, cast iron frying pans. Call Bob Reed today, 610-780-6873. Your local Berks/Lancaster boy since 1952. Licensed professional. Clip this ad.

WANTED: Buying large collections. Are you overwhelmed by a large collection you no longer want or need? I buy comic books, sports cards, vintage cameras, toys, coins and many other collectibles. Cash paid. Contact Jason in Denver, PA at 610-2079179.

WANTED: Vinyl records & musical instruments: Paying cash. Top dollar paid for your vinyl records- all styles and genres, 33s, 45s & 78s. Guitars, amps, Anything music! Also, video games, consoles and equipment. Call or stop by today, Lititz Music Company, 47 S. Broad Street in Lititz. 717-627-4929. www.lititzmusic.com.

internet no matter where you live. 25 Mbps just $59.99/mo! Unlimited Data is Here. Stream Video. Bundle

TV & Internet. Free Installation. Call 866-499-0141

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

DISH TV $64.99 For 190 Channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free Installation, Smart HD DVR Included, Free Voice Remote. Some restrictions apply. Promo Expires 1/31/24. 1-866-479-1516

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 & $1600 off - limited time! Financing available.

1-855-417-1306

MobileHelp, America’s premier mobile medical alert system. Whether you’re home or away. For safety & peace of mind. No long term contracts! Free brochure!

1-888-489-3936

Free high speed internet if qualified.

Govt. pgm for recipients of select pgms incl. Medicaid, SNAP, Housing Assistance, WIC, Veterans Pension, Survivor Benefits, Lifeline, Tribal. 15 GB internet. Android tablet free w/ one-time $20 copay. Free shipping. Call Maxsip Telecom! 1-833-7583892

Inflation is at 40 year highs. Interest rates are way up. Credit Cards.

Medical Bills. Car Loans. Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call National Debt Relief to find out how to pay off your debt for significantly less than what you owe! Free quote:

1-877-592-3616

Wesley Financial Group, LLC Timeshare Cancellation ExpertsOver $50,000,000 in timeshare debt & fees cancelled in 2019. Get free info package & learn how to get rid of your timeshare! Free consultations. Over 450 positive reviews.

833-308-1971

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

Are you a pet owner? Do you want to get up to 100% back on vet bills? Physicians Mutual Insurance Company has pet coverage that can help! Call 1-844-774-0206 to get a free quote or visit insurebarkmeow. com/ads

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

WANTED: Coins. American, Canadian, Foreign, paper money, jewelry. New Holland Coins, 592 E. Main Street, New Holland. 717-355-0206.

WANTED: Highest cash paid for cars, any condition. Licensed professional. 717-2789539.

WANTED: $50-$500 paid for junk autos. Free removal. Call anytime, licensed, insured, bonded. All paperwork taken care of legally. 717-989-6980.

For Rent

FOR RENT: Storage units, 13’x42’ with 12’x14’ overhead door, Adamstown/Bowmansville area, 11 units available, $350/month. 717917-2968.

FOR RENT: Twin Pine Storage Units, $27.00/ month and up. Walk-in Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 12pm-3pm, or call 717-733-6549. 1932 W. Main St, Ephrata.

FOR RENT: Approx. 30x40’ garage. Cocalico/Denver area. 717-752-0108.

Apartments

FOR RENT: 183-E Tom Avenue, Ephrata. First floor, 3BR, 1BA, offstreet parking, trash/ lawn/snow removal, Ephrata Schools. Open concept main living area. Range, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer/dryer included. No pets. No smoking. Located close to parks, shopping and major roadways. $1,150/ month. Available 9/27. www.wolfkline.com, 717-859-2010.

FOR RENT: Akron area two bedroom, first floor, trash, coin-op laundry, mowing, snow removal included. No smoking, no pets. $825. 717626-0474.

FOR RENT: 1BR apartment. Available to view 10/1/23. Available 11/1/ 23. Furniture, sun room, appliances, stove, refrigerator, utilities, electric, water, heat, trash, sewer, cable included. No laundry/pets/smoking. 1 parking spaces, nice quiet area, Ephrata/Akron area. Rent $950. Must have references and criminal background check will be done. 717-471-7232.

Employment Opportunity Marketing Specialist

Looking to develop marketing skills collaboratively with our sales team?

GreenWay is hiring a Marketing Specialist that enjoys using design and marketing abilities to help grow and reach various markets. You will be involved in helping develop marketing strategies with your manager and implementing those strategies to reach potential clients. This may include photography, design, media marketing, and website and helping source these projects to reach our goals.

Our goal is to bring value to each employee by making each day enjoyable and building strong relationships. We are a faith-based company built on Biblical values and principles.

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SALES REGISTER

WED., SEPTEMBER 27

- 10:00 a.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.

SAT., SEPTEMBER 30 -

8:00 a.m. - Leon R. Frey Estate, 151 Hess Rd., Leola. 1 acre country lot, 3 bedroom split-level house, detached garage and shop, daylight basement. Real estate at 1:00 p.m. Vehicles, tools, collectibles, household items. Martin and Rutt Auctioneers.

SAT., SEPTEMBER 30 -

8:30 a.m. - Lebanon Produce Auction, 166 W. Reistville Rd., Myerstown. Fall Consignment Auction - flowers, trees, shrubs, fall décor, pumpkins. Heisey Auctions.

SAT., SEPTEMBER 30 -

9:00 a.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Outstandng firearms, hunting, fishing and military collectibles and

accessories. Horst Auctioneers.

SAT., SEPTEMBER 30 -

9:00 a.m. - Willard A. Geissinger Estate, 532 S. Lewis Rd., Royersford. John Deere 2 cyl. tractors, trailer, equipment, collectibles, primitives, John Deere toys, milk bottles. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., SEPTEMBER 30 -

11:00 a.m. - The Estate of Joyce Rex, 4310 Best Station Rd., Slatington. 128 +/- acre farm, 5 parcels sold as an entirety - 3 bedroom French country ranch house with stunning view - 2-1/2 story 6 bedroom Victorian housetwo bank barns - 48x132 pole barn and outbuildings. Horning Farm Agency.

TUES., OCTOBER 36:00 p.m. - (Late) Raymond S. and Thelma M. Weaver, 1323 Division Highway, Ephrata. .58 +/- acre, 2-3 bedrooms, 1 bath brick ranch dwelling with 2 car garage. Beiler-Campbell Auction Services.

WED., OCTOBER 41:00 p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques,

collectibles, household goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.

WED., OCTOBER 41:00 p.m. - Dorothy H. Good Estate, 1316 Oaklyn Dr., Narvon. Country brick 3 bedroom rancher, 2 car garage, utility building, 4/10 acre level lot. Real estate at 5:00 p.m. Furniture, glassware, lawn and garden, tools. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

WED., OCTOBER 45:00 p.m. - Jeffrey A. Hable, 166 Heidel Rd., Robesonia. 4 bedroom English tudor style 2 story home with inlaw quarters on 9.93 acres. Horning Farm Agency Inc.

THURS., OCTOBER 52:00 p.m. - Paul and Bonnie Kerr, 4550 New Holland Rd., Mohnton. 30 +/- acre farm, 2 story sandstone farmhouse and bank barn. Beiler-Campbell Auction Services.

FRI., OCTOBER 6 - 6:00 p.m. - Ivan J. and Luella S. Glick, W. Flat Rd., Belleville. 21 acre wooded tract, valuable mature timber, camping/cabin site, nice

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dishwasher, washer, dryer, heat pump with central air, off-street parking, trash removal, snow removal and lawn services. Ephrata Area School District. No pets, no smoking. $1,150/month. Available September 27th.

Online Bidding Available (See our website for details). Accepted Payments: Cash or PA Check. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Debit Card with 3% fee. No out of state checks without prior approval. NO BUYER’S PREMIUM FOR IN-PERSON BIDDING (FEES FOR ONLINE & ABSENTEE BIDDING WILL APPLY).

“Big Valley” view. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers.

SAT., OCTOBER 7 -

8:30 a.m. - Irene N. Groff Estate, 41 Hillcrest Ave., Leola. Stately all brick rancher, 3 bedroom, allseasons room, .61 acre level lot, 2 car attached garage. Real estate at 1:00 p.m. Martin and Rutt Auctioneers.

SAT., OCTOBER 79:00 a.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. The Terry Aument Lifetime Coin Collection. Horst Auctioneers.

WED., OCTOBER 11 -

1:00 p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools, 2006 Jaguar X-Type VDP 4 door sedan. Horst Auctioneers.

THURS., OCTOBER 12 - 4:00 p.m. - Arthur E. and Margaret A. Tout, 40 Tucquan Glen Rd., Holtwood. Country 4 bedroom split foyer house, 2 car garage, 14x32 utility building, 1.1 acre. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

THURS., OCTOBER 12 - 5:00 p.m. - Cleon R. and Cindy J. Nolt, 328 Fonderwhite Rd., Lebanon. 4 bedroom, 2 bath farmhouse with modern addition on .47 +/- acre + .40 acre unimproved lot. L&H Auctions Inc.

THURS., OCTOBER 12 - 5:30 p.m. - Aaron K. and Kelsey R. Fisher, 143 Scenic View Dr., Ephrata. Clean newer 2 bedroom rancher, nice view and deck, .56 acre, open floor plan, detached garage. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers.

THURS., OCTOBER 12 - 6:00 p.m. - Jeffrey L. and

Jody W. Weaber, 422 W.

Girl Scout Rd., Stevens. 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath dwelling, 1 acre lot with 1st floor inlaw/master suite. Art Pannebecker and Brad Wolf Auctioneers, Inc.

SAT., OCTOBER 1410:00 a.m. - East Petersburg Borough, 6040 Main St., East Petersburg. East Petersburg Borough office building, 2-1/2 story masonry office building with 2,952 sq. ft., Zoned NC (Neighborhood Commercial). Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., OCTOBER 149:00 a.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, musical instruments, toys, large collection of model trains, household goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.

SAT., OCTOBER 1410:00 a.m. - East Petersburg Borough, 6050 Main St., East Petersburg. East Petersburg Borough office/ garage building, 2 story brick building with 2,400 sq. ft., Zoned NC (Neighborhood Commercial). Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., OCTOBER 1410:00 a.m. - East Petersburg Borough, 6060 Main St., East Petersburg. 2 story Colonial 3 bedroom house, 2 car attached garage, Zoned NC (Neighborhood Commercial). Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

MON., OCTOBER 165:00 p.m. - E. Richard Bruckhart, 440 Fruitville Pike, Manheim. Brick 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath ranch style house with attached garages on .30 acre lot. Witman Auctioneers, Inc.

(South Bareville Area)

PUBLIC AUCTION

1-ACRE COUNTRY LOT * 3-BR SPLIT-LEVEL HOUSE

DETACHED GAR. & SHOP * DAYLIGHT BASEMENT

VEHICLES * TOOLS * COLLECTIBLES * H-H ITEMS SAT.,

TUES., OCTOBER 175:00 p.m. - Elam K. and Anna Mary Lapp, 310 Schoeneck Rd., Stevens. 4 bedroom, 2 bath brick rancher on 4.6 +/- acres. L&H Auctions Inc.

WED., OCTOBER 184:00 p.m. - Randall L. and Lisa J. Martin, 190 Wentzel Rd., Mohnton. Custom stone 3 bedroom rancher, 2 car garage, insulated/heated shop/garage 40x60, 4 acres partially wooded. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

THURS., OCTOBER 19

- 5:00 p.m. - Daniel K. and Rebecca S. Esch, 178 Sides Mill Rd., Strasburg. Country 3 bedroom split foyer dwelling, 2 car garage, run-in barn, garage/shop, 10.4 acres partially wooded. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

THURS., OCTOBER 19

- 5:30 p.m. - Marie A. Walker Estate, 4 Sharp Ave., Denver. 3 bedroom, 1 bath rancher, 0.28 acre lot. Art Pannebecker and Brad Wolf Auctioneers, Inc.

FRI., OCTOBER 202:00 p.m. - Horst Auction

Center, Ephrata. Cataloged antique auction. Horst Auctioneers.

FRI., OCTOBER 205:00 p.m. - Glen M. and Merline J. Weaver, 451 Yeagley Rd., Myerstown. 3 bedroom, 2 bath Cape Cod, pole barn, kennel on 1.11 +/- acres. L&H Auctions Inc.

SAT., OCTOBER 218:00 a.m. - Landis C. Myer Estate, 145 S. Shirk Rd., New Holland. Custom 1 story stone rancher, 2 car garage, 30x28 shop/garage, 24x12 utility building, 8/10

PUBLIC AUCTION

CUSTOM 1 STY. STONE RANCHER –

heat, 1st floor laundry, shop/garage bldg. 30x28 w/12x14 doors, 12½x40 lean-to, utility bldg., 8/10 acre lot w/mature shade, farmland boundary. Zoned Industrial. See website for full list. After 55 years, estate serious to sell. Rancher in convenient location. Minutes to Bareville & Leola. Personal inspection by appointment or open house Saturday, Sept. 30, Oct. 7 & 14 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)

Landis C. Myer Estate Randall G. Myer, Exc.: 717-799-9923 Candice M. Myer, Exc.: 717-354-1079 Terry A. Myer, Exc. www.klinekreidergood.com

acre lot. Real estate at 1:00 p.m. Furniture/appliances, antiques, doll collection, shop tools, lawn/garden equipment, JD mower, box/ flat trailers. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., OCTOBER 219:00 a.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Cataloged antique auction. Horst Auctioneers.

SAT., OCTOBER 219:00 a.m. - Gerald and Carolyn Martin, 600 Hackman Rd., Ephrata. 79 acre farm, newer 64’x40’ equipment barn, 56-tie stalls,

132’x40’ dairy barn, 4 silos, good tractors and full line of equipment. Martin and Rutt Auctioneers.

SAT., OCTOBER 219:30 a.m. - Sunset Acres Nursery, Lewis and Arlene Burkholder, 41 Cocalico Creek Rd., Ephrata. 15th Annual Inventory Reduction Auction, trees, shrubbery. Tim Weaver Auction Service LLC.

MON., OCTOBER 235:00 p.m. - David I. and Janice L. Horning, 89 Darkes Rd., Jonestown. (Continued On Page 12B)

SHOP & GARAGES: Detached 30’x24’ stick-built garage w/steel exterior, new overhead garage door, elec. service, work area insulated; steel portable 24’x24’ garage w/(2) overhead doors; Upper Leacock Twp.; CV Schools; taxes $5,354. A fantastic country setting surrounded by farmland.

OPEN HOUSE: Call/Text Auctioneer 717-587-8906.

VEHICLES/TOOLS: Charcoal 2002 Chevy Silverado pickup, LS model, crew-cab, short bed, 4WD, 1500HD, 185,000 miles, V-8, w/topper; Silver 2014 Ford Edge 107,000 miles w/AWD; Ariens ST824 snowblower; Generac generator GP5500; Echo CS520 chainsaw; Lincoln 225 welder; Troy-Bilt rototiller (horse size); Mantis tiller; (2) vintage JD snowmobiles (as-is); Suzuki motorcycle engine; Milw. power tools; DeWalt tools; Werner ext. ladder; Echo PB-500T backpack blower; Stihl weed trimmer; Husq. AWD mower; 14” Dremel scroll saw; brass quoits; lots of misc. Craftsman ratchet/socket sets; pipe wrenches; bar clamps; lots of small tools; scrap metal; too much to list.

PERSONAL PROPERTY: Magnum Nomad elec. bike (like new); Maytag 3-door fridge; Speed Queen washer; Amana dryer; Frigidaire upright freezer; Frigidaire fridge; Ertl Oliver HG crawler; Ertl JD orchard tractor; Case metal steam-engine (heritage series); Pyrex nest of bowls; Pyrex casserole dishes; iron candy molds; Daisy BB guns; lots of quality hunting clothes; Summit tree stands; lots of whitetail shoulder mounts & antlers; turkey mounts; moose mount; boxes of ammo; nice fishing rods/reels; (24+) Hess trucks; Winross trucks; Sellers kitchen cab; lots of children’s books & toys; Oliver books; peanut butter glasses; milkshake makers; lots of kitchen items & glassware; cornhole boards; pallet racking; concrete planters; concrete bird bathes; molds for concrete stacking logs; IH older Pedal tractor; pair of spring chairs; lots of mason jars; lots of scrapbooking supplies; some silver & misc. coins; too much to list. Selling w/2 auctioneers. Please visit our website at www.martinandrutt.com

By:

717-587-8906 Michael J. Martin

717-371-3333

ADDITION ON .47 +/- AC. + .40 AC. UNIMPROVED LOT

finished lower-level family rm. w/2nd kitchen w/appliances, full bsmt. w/outside entrance, cold cellar & bonus rm. (could be 4th bdrm.), radiant floor heat thru out (very economical), central AC, raised panel doors thru out, insulated/tilt windows, covered front porch, paver walks, attached 2 car garage. Special Note: House setup for handicap accessibility w/3.0 doors. Outbldg. Insulated/heated pole bldg. 40x60 w/2 insulated steel R16 overhead doors 20x14 & 14x14, floor heat, R21 insulated walls & 2nd floor overhead storage w/built in shelves, country 4 ACRES partially wooded lot w/professional landscaping & hardscaping, macadam driveway, low traffic road.

Ideally located custom one owner rancher w/spacious rooms (builder’s personal home) Well maintained rancher in absolute move in condition. A truly must-see property to appreciate quality. Convenient location, minutes to Bowmansville, Adamstown & Sinking Spring. Easy access to Rts. 625, 272/568, 222 bypass & Turnpike. Personal inspection by appointment or open house September 30, October 7 & 14 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 717-7331006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368)

Randall L. & Lisa J. Martin 717-823-2284

www.klinekreidergood.com

PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION

4/10 +/- Acre Southeast York Co. Area

3 BR 1 Bath Brick Ranch Dwelling (Fully Furnished)

Completely Remodeled • Decorative Courtyards Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023 @ 5:30 P.M.

Auction For: Cleon R. & Cindy J. Nolt Attorney: Zimmerman Law Office (717) 865-1070 51 White Road, Airville, PA 17032 - York County

Direc�ons: From Airville, Route 425 (Woodbine Rd.) 7 miles to right onto Laurel Rd. to right onto White Rd. to property on le�

Property Descrip�on: 4/10 +/- acre Southeastern York Co. area property with 1300 sq. �. brick ranch-style dwelling. House has all new mechanicals and has been completely remodeled and sells with all furnishings. House has new kitchen w/dining area and large living room complete with brick fireplace. Also master bedroom, new full bath and 2 addi�onal bedrooms. Decora�ve masonry courtyards on both sides of the house with professional landscaping complete the Italianesque Retreat. House has electric heat and pa�o doors to rear courtyard. Property has well and on-site sep�c. All informa�on is deemed to be accurate, but not guaranteed.

Open House Date: Only 1 scheduled open house on Saturday, Oct. 7th from 11:00

AM to 4:00 PM.

Terms: Down payment of $25,000.00 required day of auc�on. Se�lement on or before January 4, 2024. Transfer taxes to be paid by buyer. Real Estate taxes shall be prorated. Annual taxes $ 3205.00 +/-

A�en�on Realtors: 1% broker par�cipa�on offered to Realtors with pre-registered buyer. See website for details.

Auc�oneers Notes: This Peach Bo�om Twp. Southeastern School District property is currently an Airbnb but also has poten�al as full-�me residence. Included in the sale are all the furnishings that were mostly bought new by the sellers. Be sure to check out this unique property that had a complete makeover and only being offered at auc�on due to sellers’ declining health. Note only 1 open house due to rental schedule. For addi�onal pictures, go to: www.beiler-campbellauc�ons.com or www.GoToAuc�on.com or or www.auc�onzip.com

Sellers: Rueben & Janet Zeiset 717-984-7519 A�orney: Kling, Deibler & Glick 717-354-7700 BEILER-CAMPBELL

Auctioneers: Harold Martin 717-738-4228 AU#019488 Christ Taylor 717-371-1915

AUCTION SERVICES www.beiler-campbellauctions.com

SALES REGISTER

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15.1 acre farmette with pasture, 2-1/2 story 3 bedroom farmhouse, 2 car garage, bank barn with horse stalls, outbuildings. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

TUES., OCTOBER 245:00 p.m. - Earl Ray and Alta Zimmerman, 175 Durlach Hill Rd., Stevens.

2+/- acres, stunning views, 4 bedroom ranch home with daylight basement, 2 car attached garage and 30’x32’

2 story garage. BeilerCampbell Auction Services.

TUES., OCTOBER 24 -

5:00 p.m. - Levi S. and Susie Z. Horst, 915 Red Run Rd., New Holland. Country 4.4 acre farmette

FLOWERS-TREES-SHRUBS-FALL DÉCOR-PUMPKINS LEBANON PRODUCE AUCTION FALL CONSIGNMENT AUCTION

Sat., Sept. 30, 2023 at 8:30 AM

166 W. Reistville Rd., Myerstown, PA 17067

2 Mi. N. of Schaefferstown, just off Steigel Pike (PA-501)

Lots of Mums, Pumpkins, Kale, Perennials, Fall Specialty Plants, Assorted Planters, Birdhouses, Crafts & More!

Nice Assortment of Quality Nursery Stock Including Arborvitae, Hydrangeas, Butterfly Bush, Burning Bush, Hollies, Rose of Sharon, Junipers, Spirea, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials, (15) Ornamental Pear, Ornamental Plum, Peach, Blueberries, Japanese Maple, Sweetgum, Willows, Weeping Cherries + Much More!!!

TERMS: Cash, PA Check, or Credit Card (w/3% Fee).

NOTE: Fall is a good time to plant trees & shrubbery and we have a nice selection for you! Lg. auction; selling w/2 rings! Food Stand. Questions or Consignments? Call Joel at 717-383-5606.

RECEIVING CONSIGNMENTS on Fri., Sept. 29, 10:30 AM - 8 PM.

- Produce Auction is open Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. at 9:30 AM w/local, seasonal produce.

- Special Pumpkin Auction is held Mon. & Thurs. at 9:30 AM

SEE MORE INFO & PHOTOS (Updated on 9/29): www.HeiseyAuctions.com or LebanonProduceAuction.com

(717) 949-2643, LIC. #AY002338.

PUBLIC AUCTION

COUNTRY 1 STY. 3 BDRM RANCHER

2 CAR GAR. – SHOP – UTILITY BLDG.

½ ACRE RURAL LOT – NO OUTLET STREET CHURCHTOWN – GOODVILLE AREA THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26 • 5

2358 Echo Dr., Narvon. Rt. 625 S. from Bowmansville. Left Laurel Rd. Right Edwards Rd. Left Echo Dr. OR Rt. 23 E. toward Churchtown. Left N. Churchtown Rd. Straight Hammertown Rd. Left Edwards Rd. Right Echo Dr.

with creek, 2-1/2 story 4 bedroom farm house, 2 car garage, 28x44 barn/garage with 2 horse stables, Kubota tractor, rototiller, misc. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

WED., OCTOBER 255:00 p.m. - Andrew M. Jacob Estate, 237 Cypress Ln., New Holland. 3 bedroom 2 story home with attached 2 car garage on country lot. Horning Farm Agency.

THURS., OCTOBER 26

- 4:00 p.m. - Sally Shirk Living Trust, 5 Thomas Rd., Lancaster. Brick and vinyl sided two story Colonial style dwelling with attached 1 car garage. Horst Auctioneers.

THURS., OCTOBER 26

- 5:00 p.m. - Linda J. Fritz Living Trust, 2358 Echo Dr., Narvon. Country 1 story 3 bedroom rancher, 2 car garage, shop, utility

building, 1/2 acre rural lot, no outlet street. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., OCTOBER 288:30 a.m. - Eleanor A. Brubaker, 1021 Miller Rd., Myerstown. 4 bedroom, 1 bath Cape Cod and shop on 4.7 +/- acres. Real estate at 12:00 noon. Personal property. L&H Auctions Inc.

SAT., OCTOBER 289:30 a.m. - Michael M. and Peg S. Nolt, 1398 Pleasantview Rd., Ephrata. Case IH 8930 4x4 tractor, JD 5095M 4x4 tractor, Pik-Rite 790VB manure spreader, tillage equipment, JD 2940 tractor, lg. gravity bins, shop tools. Martin and Rutt Auctioneers.

MON., OCTOBER 305:00 p.m. - Harry “Jim” and Nancy B. Eberly, 5473 Div. Hwy., Narvon. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath brick rancher with

Twp. - Cocalico S.D.

garage, 1 acre lot, utility shed, springhouse and stream, 2009 Buick LaCrosse. Martin and Rutt Auctioneers LLC.

THURS., NOVEMBER

2 - 5:30 p.m. - Rueben and Janet Zeiset, 51 White Rd., Airville. 4/10 +/- acre

Southeast York Co. Area, 3 bedroom, 1 bath brick ranch dwelling (fully furnished), completely remodeled, decorative courtyards. Beiler-Campbell Auction Services.

FRI., NOVEMBER 3 -

1:00 p.m. - Karen J. Heisey, 2059 Sunnyside Rd., Manheim. 2-1/2 story 5 bedroom farmhouse, bank barn, cow stable, heifer barn, garage, shop, tobacco/equipment barn, 95 acre dairy farm, pond, stream. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

FRI., NOVEMBER 32:00 p.m. - Elizabeth B. Myer Estate, 240 Sheridan Rd., Womelsdorf. 20 +/acre Berks Co. limestone farm with stream, 2 houses, barns. L&H Auctions Inc.

Denver Fair Premium Winners

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• Class 139 - SwineReserve Grand Champion - 2nd, Breean Good, Denver Section 852 - Swine

Showmanship

• Class 121 - SwineIntermediate Showmanship - 1st, Matthew Butz, Reinholds; 2nd, Katelyn Nolt, Manheim

• Class 122 - Swine-Junior

Showmanship - 1st, Mason Weaver, Jonestown; 2nd, Brandon Nolt, Manheim; 2nd, Wyatt Weaver, Jonestown

• Class 123 - SwinePeeWee - 1st, Charlotte Weaver, Jonestown; 2nd, Corbin Rankin, Millersville

• Class 124 - SwineChampion Showman - 1st, Matthew Butz, Reinholds

• Class 125 - SwineReserve Champion Show-

Witman AUCTIONEERS, INC.

Rural one owner Rancher w/2048 SF, eat-in kitchen w/SS appliances, living rm., 3 bdrms., 2½ baths, large family rm. w/hearth & wood stove, utility rm., bonus rm., finished daylight bsmt. w/separate 19½x24½ shop, heat pump, central AC, generator hookup, ½ ACRE country lot w/mature trees & fenced lawn on no outlet street.

After 28 years, owner downsizing. Well maintained move-in condition w/ numerous upgrades. Low maintenance & low taxes. Minutes to Goodville, Churchtown & Bowmansville. Personal inspection by appointment or Open House Sat., October 7, 14 & 21 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 717-733-1006

Lic. #499, #2116, #5064, #3956

Linda J. Fritz Living Trust Call Eric: 610-796-1947

Auction For: Elam K. & Anna Mary Lapp

Attorney: Patrick Deibler (717) 354-7700

(Ephrata/Lincoln Area)

FARM PUBLIC AUCTION

79-ACRE FARM * NEWER 64’x40’ EQUIP. BARN 56-TIE STALLS, 132’x40’ DAIRY BARN * (4) SILOS HISTORIC LIMESTONE 4-BR HOUSE, MODERNIZED SAT., OCT. 21 at 9 AM/RE at 11 AM

PUBLIC AUCTION OF REAL ESTATE

www.klinekreidergood.com

PUBLIC AUCTION OF REAL ESTATE

3 BED/1 BATH RANCHER - 0.28 ACRE LOT

THURS., OCT. 19, 2023

SALE AT 5:30 P.M.

Located At 4 Sharp Ave., Denver (E. Cocalico Twp., Lanc. Co.)

From Reamstown square, take Reamstown Rd. North. Turn right on Sharp Ave. to property on left.

Real estate consists of a vinyl sided/stone front rancher, built in 1961, containing an eat-in kitchen; spacious living room with sandstone fireplace; three bedrooms; and a full bath all on the main level. There is approx. 1,053 sq. ft. of one floor living space, with hardwood floors throughout (under carpets). The partial basement contains the laundry hookup as well as crawl space storage. Oil forced air heat. Central air. Public water & sewer.

This solid rancher is situated on a 0.28 Acre lot, along with an attached one car garage, two storage sheds, and a carport. The home features replacement windows and gutter guards around. Being sold to settle an estate, you won’t want to miss this great opportunity!

Open Houses to be held Sun., Oct. 8 & Sat., Oct. 14 from 1-3PM, or by appointment. Contact Auctioneer at (717) 371-9603.

10% down day of sale, balance due at settlement.

M. Rostolsky, Attorney

Terms By: MARIE A. WALKER ESTATE

Lic. #AU005308-L

717-336-6983 www.pannebeckerwolf.com

DIRECTIONS: From Rt. 322 outside of Lincoln, turn NE on Hackman Rd., go 1 mile to farm on left.

HOUSE LISTING: A stunning 79-acre dairy & crop farm w/level fields and extremely productive soil. This very nice historic limestone 2-story farmhouse has 3-car attached garage. House has many upgrades and is in fantastic condition. See auction flier for all details.

ANIMAL BARNS: A well-kept 132’x40’ dairy barn, custom built in 1979 w/56tie stalls & vacuum pump to a 1,500-gallon milk tank; 52’x40’ loafing area for dry cows; approx. 6 acres of pasture; 62’ round x 10’ deep manure pit (200,000 gal.); (2) 20’x60’ Harvestore & stave silos & (1) 17’x50’ Harvestore silo for highmoisture corn; 80’x50’ historic stone bank-barn has second level storage & attached 38’x36’ loafing area for 50 head of heifers w/16’x50’ stave silo, pasture area; chlorine water system serves the entire farm.

STORAGE BARNS: A newer 64’x40’ equipment barn has 14’ high door & 1-bay workshop w/concrete floor; 64’x38’ equipment or crop barn has 16’ drive-thru doors; oversized 1-car detached garage; old corn barn; Clay Twp.; Ephrata S. D.; farm is in Ag. Preserve; Clean/Green program lowers the taxes to $7,982.

AUCTIONEER NOTE: This is an extremely rare opportunity to buy a turn-key dairy operation. You may look a lifetime to find a more productive dairy farm anywhere. 70+ acres are tillable in some of the best soil Lancaster County has to offer. All buildings are in good condition and this historic limestone house is immaculate. This farm has been in the Martin family for generations, now it is your opportunity to place your family’s heritage in this rich soil. Come prepared to buy.

OPEN HOUSE DATES: Saturdays, Sept. 30 & Oct. 7 from 1-3 PM. Call/Text

Auctioneer 717-587-8906.

EQUIPMENT: Full line of tractors & equipment all from this farm all in great condition. See future ad or our website for pictures and listing. Please visit our website at www.martinandrutt.com

4 BR/3.5 BATH DWELLING – 1 ACRE LOT WITH 1ST FLOOR INLAW/MASTER SUITE

THURS., OCT. 12, 2023

SALE AT 6:00 P.M.

Located at 422 W. Girl Scout Rd., Stevens (Clay Twp., Lanc. Co.)

Real estate consists of a 2 story vinyl-sided/stone front dwelling, built in 1990. The main house features an eat-in kitchen with island and breakfast area; a family room w/brick fireplace; a formal living room/office; a dining room; a half bath; and the laundry room all on the main level. There are four bedrooms upstairs (the spacious master bedroom contains a master bathroom & walk-in closet). There is an additional full bathroom on the second floor as well. The full, walkout, basement is partially finished and also contains a full bathroom. Propane hot water furnace. Multi-zone heat pump/central air. In addition to everything listed above, there is also a first floor inlaw suite/additional master suite. This unit contains an open space with living room and bedroom areas as well as a handicap accessible full bathroom. In total, this custom built & well insulated home features over 2,600 sq. ft. of finished living space.

Situated on a 1.08 (+/-) acre lot, the property also features a two-tier rear deck; an inground pool with concrete patio; an attached two car garage; and a covered front porch. Well and septic onsite. This is a well-built home & unique property being offered for sale via public auction. You won’t want to miss this great opportunity!

Open Houses to be held Sun., Oct. 1 & Sat., Oct. 7 from 1-3PM, or by appt., contact Auctioneer at (717) 371-9603.

10% down day of sale, balance due at settlement.

1% Broker participation offered. Call auctioneer for details. Gardner & Stevens, Attys.

Terms By: JEFFREY L. & JODY E. WEABER

Lic. #AU005308-L 717-336-6983

www.pannebeckerwolf.com

man - 2nd, Devon Nolt, Manheim

Section 861 - Preview Market Goats

• Class 150 - Prev Market

Goats-Lightweight - 1st, Hailey Leed, Lititz; 1st, Ashlyn Martin, East Earl; 2nd, Maggie Heiser, Mohnton; 2nd, Jacob

Zimmerman, Ephrata

• Class 151 - Prev Market

Goats-Middleweight1st, Nicole Martin, East

Earl; 1st, Lucy Scheidel, Schuykill Haven; 1st, Jacob

Zimmerman, Ephrata; 2nd, Ashlyn Martin, East Earl; 2nd, Caleb Martin, East

Earl; 2nd, Nicole Martin, East Earl

• Class 152 - Prev Market

Goats-Heavyweight - 1st, Maggie Heiser, Mohnton; 1st, Benjamin Reed, Lititz; 1st, Charlotte Reed, Lititz; 2nd, Nicole Martin, East

Earl

• Class 153 - GoatsChampion Lightwt NonSale - 1st, Ashlyn Martin, East

Earl

• Class 154 - Goats-Res

Champ Ltwt NonSale - 2nd, Hailey Leed, Lititz

• Class 155 - GoatsChamp Middlewt NonSale - 1st, Lucy Scheidel, Schuykill Haven

• Class 156 - Goats-Res

Champ Mdwt Non-Sale2nd, Jacob Zimmerman, Ephrata

• Class 157 - GoatsChamp Heavywt Non-Sale - 1st, Charlotte Reed, Lititz

• Class 158 - Goats-Res

Champ Hvywt Non-Sale2nd, Benjamin Reed, Lititz

• Class 159 - Goats-Grand

Champion Non-Sale - 1st, Lucy Scheidel, Schuykill Haven

• Class 160 - Goats-Res

Grand Champ Non-Sale2nd, Charlotte Reed, Lititz

Section 862 - Sale Market Goats

• Class 160 - Market

Goats-Lightweight - 1st, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia; 2nd, Jacob Zimmerman, Ephrata

PUBLIC AUCTION

CUSTOM 4 BEDROOM SPLIT FOYER HOUSE

KNOWN AS ‘RIDGE GARDEN’ (SELLING W/ALL FURNISHINGS)

1 ACRE COUNTRY LOT SOUTH NEW HOLLAND - INTERCOURSE AREA

MONDAY, OCTOBER 2 • 5 P.M.

3842 Ridge Rd., Gordonville, PA 17529. From New Holland & Rt. 23 at Sheetz take Shirk Rd. south. Left Peters Rd. Right Hollander Rd. Left Ridge Rd. OR from Intercourse Rt. 340 E. Left Hollander Rd. Straight Ridge Rd. (Leacock Twp., Lanc. Co.)

• Class 161 - Market

Goats-Middleweight - 1st, Ashlyn Martin, East Earl

• Class 162 - Market

Goats-Heavyweight - 1st, Nicole Martin, East Earl

• Class 163 - Market

Goats-Grand Champion - 1st, Nicole Martin, East Earl

• Class 164 - Market GoatsRes Grand Champion - 2nd, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia

Section 863 - Breeding

Meat Goats

• Class 181 - Goats-Junior

Doe - 6-9 Months - 1st, Norah Scheidel, Schuylkill Haven

• Class 182 - Goats-Jr Doe

- 9 Months-1 Year - 1st, Lucy Scheidel, Schuylkill Haven; 2nd, Maggie Heiser, Mohnton

• Class 185 - Goats-Senior

Doe - 1-2 Years - 1st, Hailey

Leed, Lititz

• Class 194 - Goats-Grand Champion Doe - 1st, Lucy Scheidel, Schuylkill Haven

• Class 195 - Goats-Res

Grand Champion Doe - 2nd, Hailey Leed, Lititz

• Class 199 - GoatsSupreme Champion - 1st, Lucy Scheidel, Schuykill Haven

Section 864 - Market

Goats Showmanship

• Class 200 - Goats-Senior Showmanship - 1st, Nicole Martin, East Earl

• Class 201 - GoatsIntermediate Showmanship - 1st, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia; 1st, Hailey Leed, Lititz; 2nd, Lucy Scheidel, Schuylkill Haven; 2nd, Jacob Zimmerman, Ephrata

• Class 202 - Goats-Junior Showmanship - 1st, Ashlyn Martin, East Earl; 2nd, Norah Scheidel, Schuylkill Haven

• Class 203 - GoatsChampion Showman - 1st, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia

• Class 204 - Goats-Res Champion Showman - 2nd, Hailey Leed, Lititz

Section 903 - FlowersAnnuals

20 +/- AC. BERKS CO. LIMESTONE FARM w/STREAM, 2 HOUSES, BARNS Richland-Stouchsburg-Newmanstown Area

PUBLIC AUCTION

Fri., Nov. 3, 2023 at 2:00 PM

Custom split foyer dwelling w/3280 SF finished area, eat-in kitchen w/custom painted cabinets, island & appliances, dining area, large living room, sunroom w/cathedral ceiling w/skylights, French doors to side 15x8 deck, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1st floor laundry, finished lower-level family room w/brick fireplace w/hearth & propane stove, rec/playroom w/door to rear paver stone patio 21x21, walkways & stone wall, full basement, electric HW heater, oil forced air & electric heat, central AC, insulated windows. Special Note: House selling w/all furnishings & stocked w/kitchen utensils. Turnkey setup for short term rentals. 1 ACRE country lot w/macadam driveway & parking area, mature shade, professional landscaping, playground area w/swing sets. Zoned Ag.

Ideally located custom family property w/spacious rooms & absolute move in condition. Currently rented as a vacation home w/gross income approx. $50,000 per year. Ideal as residence or investment. A must see to appreciate quality. Great location, minutes to New Holland, Intercourse & Bird In Hand w/easy access to Routes 340 & 23. Pequea Valley Schools. Personal inspection by appointment or open house September 29 from 4 to 7 PM and September 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

www.klinekreidergood.com

Ada K. Dienner Revocable Living Trust 717-682-0457

Public Farm auction

Ephrata/Hinkletown Area .58+/- Acre

2-3 BR 1 Bath Brick Ranch Dwelling w/2-Car Garage

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 @ 6:00 P.M.

1323 Division Highway, Ephrata, PA 17522 - Lancaster Co.

Auction For: Elizabeth B. Myer Estate

Attorney: Caleb Zimmerman (717) 865-1070 WWW.LHAUCTIONSINC.COM

INFORMATION BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE BUT NOT GUARANTEED

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PUBLIC AUCTION

• Class 3214 - BEST OF SHOW - 1st, Daisy Schans, Reinholds

Section 1 - Grain & Seed Crops

• Class 3622 - BEST OF SHOW - 1st, Janice Stricker, Robesonia

Section 2 - Adult-

Vegetable Displays

• Class 2969 - BEST OF SHOW - 1st, Greg Brubaker, Stevens

Section 13 - PSACF

Baking Contests

• Class 2000 - Angel Food Cake Contest - 1st, Bradley Fassnacht, Denver; 2nd, Jessica Serbel, Mount Joy; 3rd, Katherine Stephenson, Leola

• Class 2001 - Blue Ribbon Apple Pie Contest1st, Jessica Serbel, Mount Joy; 2nd, Cara Weil,

Lancaster; 3rd, Yvonne

Fugate, Denver

• Class 2002 - Chocolate

Cake Contest - 1st, Robert Wenger, Reinholds; 2nd, Emelia Reifsnyder, Ephrata; 3rd, Ashley Reese, Reinholds

Section 80 - Canned

Fruits Display

• Class 2219 - Best Display of Canned Fruits1st, Abbey Rineer, Denver

Section 100 - Canned

Vegetable Display

• Class 2239 - Best Display Canned Vegetables - 1st, Deborah Keebler, Stevens

Department 17 - Floral Exhibits

Section 2 - AdultFollage House Plants

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PUBLIC AUCTION

1021 Miller Rd., Myerstown, PA 17067

From PA-501 South of Myerstown take Lengle Rd. to Miller Rd. to Property on Right. Country Brick Cape Cod,1356 SF Living Area, Kitchen/Dining Rm. Combo, Living Rm., 4 Bdrms., 1 Bath, CA, Oil Hot Water

Heat, Full Partially-Finished Basement, Attached 1-Car Garage, 456 SF

Bollinger (717) 291-1700 WWW.LHAUCTIONSINC.COM

PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION

30+/- Acre Farm, 2-Story Sandstone Farmhouse & Bank Barn

Thursday, October 5, 2023 @ 2:00 P.M.

4550 New Holland Road, Mohnton, PA 19540 - Berks County

Directions: Route 222 to Route 322 East to property on right.

Property Description: .58 +/- acre Ephrata area property with 1368 Sq. Ft. brick rancher with full basement and attached 2-car garage. House has kitchen & dining area, living room with bay window and LP heater. Also 2 bedrooms & full bath. Basement with large family room and (2) additional rooms with carpets that could be 3rd & 4th bedrooms. Basement also with work area, utility room, cold storage and outside entrance. House has sliding patio doors leading to rear deck. Attached 2-car garage with laundry hookup, workbench & shelves. House has electric heat, well and onsite septic. All information is deemed to be accurate, but not guaranteed.

Terms: Down payment of $ 25,000.00 required day of auction. Settlement on or before November 17, 2023, Transfer taxes to be paid by buyer. Real Estate taxes shall be prorated. Annual taxes +/- $ 3,274.00

Attention Realtors: 1% broker participation offered to Realtors with pre-registered buyer. See website for details.

Auctioneers Notes: Property bordering farmland has spacious back yard with octagon gazebo. This well-built brick rancher in Earl Township, Eastern Lancaster Co School District is being offered by motivated sellers. Property was a rental and could use some updating.

For more pictures, go to: www.beiler-campbellauctions.com www.auctionzip.com or www.GoToAuction.com or

Sellers: (Late) Raymond S. & Thelma M. Weaver Attorney: Kling, Deibler & Glick (717) 354-7700

BEILER-CAMPBELL

AUCTION SERVICES www.beiler-campbellauctions.com • 888-209-6160

REAL ESTATE: Brick & Stucco English Tudor style 2 sty. home w/4 BRs, 2 full and 1 half baths, attached garage, 1 BR, 1 bath in-law quarters, heated shop/garage,

lb. lift & 200 amp elec. service; 15x28 equip. shed; 20x30 horse stable w/hydrant; numerous storage sheds, a fenced back yard, underground fencing, extra paved and stone parking areas and lots more!

NOTE: This property is a rare gem with its tranquil setting, abundant wildlife & beautiful, ready to move into home!

OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, September 30 (1-3 pm).

TERMS: 10% down day of sale; settlement in 45 days of sale.

by: Jeffrey A. Hable. Kling, Deibler & Glick Attnys.

HorningFarmAgency.com 610-286-5183 Merle Eberly • Alvin Horning

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

Direc�ons: From Blue Ball, take Rt. 23 East to New Holland Road (625) North, go 9 miles to property on the right.

Property Descrip�on:

• Farmhouse: 30 Acre Gentleman Farm with 2 story, 3,500 sq. �. Sandstone Farmhouse, Bank Barn (42x82), large eat-in kitchen, dining room connected to front room w/ a wood fireplace, reading/piano room, study/office w/outside entrance, & large all-season family room w/ 14 windows and a gas fireplace, 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a powder room, and a separate laundry room. The back porch is a special place with a wisteria-covered deck/pa�o that provides constant shade and breeze and looks over open yard, woods, ponds, and hay field. Great for privacy, entertaining, & spo�ng wildlife, such as wild birds, turkey, and deer. 2 car detached garage (25’8”x27’4”), mul�ple animal house outbuildings, storage shed, underground root cellar, small pond, a large spring-fed pond stocked with over a hundred ca�ish and mature Koi fish, 25+ Chestnut trees, and 450 mature blueberry bushes.

• Bank-barn: 2-story with 5 large overhead doors in upstairs, convenient for larger equipment and feed/hay storage. Lower level of the barn has been upgraded with cement floors, separate stalls, gates, electricity, and a frost-free water system. Barn also comes with a bull pen and chute. The main floor of the barn has a lo� and a grain storage room. Lots of fenced pasture. Approximately 19 acres of pasture/ �llable acres and 9 wooded acres, remaining acreage in building area..

Auc�oneer Notes: The property is truly a gem combining lots of southern exposure in a country farmhouse, animal and hay farming, a pond, and woods with nearby golf courses, Nolde Forest, state park camping and hiking, local farmer’s markets, and nearby Adamstown an�que markets. Close to Shillington/Reading shopping centers, 15 minutes from Ephrata and only 30 mins. from theater & dining in Lancaster via 222 South. The Shady Maple Smorgasbord is 9 miles south and access to the PA Turnpike east or west is 10 minutes away. All informa�on is deemed to be accurate but not guaranteed.

• Berks County, Brecknock Twp, Governor Mifflin School District, Act 319 “Clean and Green.”

• Annual taxes +/- $8,086 (2022), 30 +/-acres. Tax ID 34-4383-04-74-0231

Terms: Down payment of $100,000 required day of auc�on. Se�lement on or before December 4, 2023. Transfer taxes to be paid by buyer. Real Estate taxes shall be prorated.

A�en�on Realtors: Broker Par�cipa�on offered to registered Realtors according to the terms and forms available at www.beilercampbellauc�ons.com

For more pictures, go to: www.beiler-campbellauc�ons.com www.auc�onzip.com • www.GoToAuc�on.com

ID# 23383

Sellers: Paul and Bonnie Kerr A�orney: Kling, Deibler and Glick 717-354-7700

BEILER-CAMPBELL

AUCTION SERVICES www.beiler-campbellauctions.com • 888-209-6160

Auctioneers: Elvin Stoltzfus 610-333-5447 AA#019514 Christ Taylor 717-371-1915 AU#005421

Denver Fair Premium Winners

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• Class 3514 - BEST OF SHOW-Flowers - 1st, Ginger Schans, Reinholds

Department 18Needlecraft

Section 2 - AdultNeedlework

• Class 1710 - BEST OF SHOW-Needlework - 1st, Catherine Wasser, Wernersville

Section 11 - Adult CraftsSpecial Needs

• Class 1122 - Models-Car

- 1st, Donald Wenger, Denver • Class 1133 - Jewelry1st, Lillian Crouse, Lancaster

• Class 1135 - Christmas

Ornament - 1st, Lillian Crouse, Lancaster

• Class 1138 - Modeling

Clay - 1st, Lillian Crouse, Lancaster

Section 105 - Adult-Arts

• Class 522 - BEST OF SHOW - 1st, Joe Battisti, Ephrata

Section 203 - Adult-Photo

• Class 1358 - BEST OF SHOW-Photos - 1st, Dawn Kiscadden, Lebanon

Department 21 - Wine & Beer

Section 1 - Wine

• Class 2623 - BEST OF SHOW - 1st, Bernie Auker, Reading

Department 22 - Major Contests

Section 1 - Fair Youth Poster Contest

• Class 550 - Ages 8 to 11 - 1st, Reed Sauder, Stevens

• Class 551 - Ages 12 to 14

(Akron Area)

HYBRID PUBLIC AUCTION

CLEAN NEWER 2-BR RANCHER * NICE VIEW & DECK .56 ACRE * OPEN FLOOR PLAN * DETACHED GAR.

THURS., OCT. 12 at 5:30 PM

- 1st, Grant Sauder, Stevens

Section 2 - Pumpkin Decorating

• Class 4050 - BEST OF SHOW-Painted - 1st, Emett Bartsch, Reinholds

• Class 4051 - BEST OF SHOW-Carved - 1st, Melanie Work, Stevens

• Class 4052 - BEST OF SHOW-Mixed Media - 1st, Maren Rineer, Denver

• Class 4053 - BEST OF SHOW-Fair Themed - 1st, Grayson Weiler, Denver Department 24 - Antique Farm Equipment

Section 1 - Farm Equipment

• Class 3700 - TilliagePlows-Cultivators - 1st, John M Baker, Mohnton; 2nd, Bill Hughes, East Earl

• Class 3701 - Planting Equipment - 1st, Larry Eckert, Lititz

• Class 3708 - Tractors/ Power Units-Upto 19401st, Bill Hughes, East Earl

• Class 3709 - Tractors/ Power Units-1941-1950 - 1st, Robert Strauss Jr., Ephrata

• Class 3710 - Tractors/ Power Units-1951-19601st, Jeffrey Mitchell, Reinholds; 2nd, Larry Eckert, Lititz; 3rd, John M Baker, Mohnton

• Class 3711 - Tractors/ Power Units-1961-19701st, Larry Eckert, Lititz

• Class 3713 - Misc. Tractors/Equipment - 1st, Larry Eckert, Lititz

• Class 3715 - BEST OF SHOW - 1st, Larry Eckert, Lititz

• Class 3716 - Tractors/ Power Units>1960 - 2nd, Larry Eckert, Lititz

The following were recorded at the Lancaster County Recorder of Deeds office from September 14 to September 20:

Adamstown Borough

Neva Ouilikon and Maxine Daley conveyed property on North Village Circle to Neva Ouilikon for $1.

Akron Borough

Amber Stief conveyed property on Diamond Street to Gregory S. Stief and Amber

M. Stief for $1.

Anthony C. Martelle and Katherine Martelle conveyed property in Akron Borough to Anthony C. Martelle and Katherine Martelle for $1.

Austin S. Horning and Janelle N. Horning conveyed property on Main Street to Brock Keener for $250,500.

Xavier J. Morales conveyed property on Fulton Street to Jayson L. Spangler and Michele Spangler for $322,000.

Brecknock Township

The Laurel L. Kellum

Brecknock Township to Tyler Ludwig for $1. Clay Township

Pamela P. Barr and Brian D. Barr conveyed property in Clay Township to CompuBilling LLC for $93,600.

Glenn S. Rissler conveyed property on West Church Road to Matthew D’Amicantonio and Dana D’Amicantonio for $312,500.

Tina S. Czepiel conveyed property on Home Towne Boulevard to Jeffrey M. Rutt and Cindia S. Rutt for $455,000.

Denver Borough

Corinne A. Simmons conveyed property on Sunrise Circle to Jesse Dean Stermer for $305,000.

Earl Township

Carol J. Hoffard conveyed property on Edgewood Drive to Carol J. Hoffard and Dwayne B. Hoffard for $1.

East Cocalico Township

Charles J. Moore conveyed property on Sanderling Drive to Subhas Ram and Daiwanamah Ram for $420,000.

Ephrata, PA 17522

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DIRECTIONS: From Rothsville Rd. (at Reiff’s Farm Market), turn South on Millway Rd. to first road left, to property on left.

REAL ESTATE: An outstanding ranch-style house w/2 bedrooms and a wonderful view from the deck. This house was built in 2016, has approx. 1,436 sq. ft. on the main level, plus additional sq. ft. potential in the daylight basement. Main level has a modern open floor plan, includes a stunning 14.5’x12.5’ eat-in kitchen w/solid wood custom cabinetry & countertops, eat-at island, LP gas stove, all newer appliances, sink window w/a view; open to 22.5’x21’ living room/dining area w/huge rear window overlooking the “Meadow Valley,” 10.5’ cathedral ceiling in dining area; 15’x13.5’ primary bedroom has closet & private door to full common area bathroom; bedroom #2 w/closet; office or hobby room; side entrance mud room w/laundry hook-up & cabinetry; attached 23’x14’ 1-car garage; fantastic 15’x13’ poly Trex deck w/remarkable view. Daylight basement is unimproved w/desirable 9’ precast walls; double patio doors open to concrete patio; future bathroom lines in basement floor. LP gas warm air heat (1,000 tank); central A/C; on-site well & septic. DETACHED 24’x24’ CONCRETE/STEEL 1-CAR GARAGE w/electric hookup. A wonderful location on a quiet street, but only minutes to most conveniences. Ephrata-Warwick Rail-Trail almost in the back yard and a view overlooking the “Meadow Valley Area.” Ephrata Twp. & Schools; taxes $5,026.

OPEN HOUSE DATES: Saturdays, Sept 30 & Oct. 7 from 1-3 PM. Call/Text Auctioneer 717-587-8906.

Please visit our website at www.martinandrutt.com

Auction By: John J. Rutt II

717-587-8906

Michael J.

Auction For: AARON K. & KELSEY R. FISHER

Pcs.); APPLIANCES; KITCHENWARE; CLOCKS & LAMPS; SILVER; COPPER & BRASS; CAST IRON; AGATE; TINWARE; SEVERAL VINTAGE PORCELAIN FORD SIGNS; PEWTER; WOODENWARE; CHINA GLASSWARE; POTTERY; LINENS & TEXTILES; BOOKS & PAPER; ESTATE & COSTUME JEWELRY; ARTWORK; CHRISTMAS & SEASONAL DECORATIONS; TOYS; VINTAGE FARMALL 560 PEDAL TRACTOR & TRAILER; SEVERAL VINTAGE REMOTE CONTROL AIRPLANES; TOOLS; LAWN & GARDEN EQUIPMENT; BOX LOTS & MANY OTHER ITEMS TO BE SOLD! Accepted

NATHAN KELLER ESTATE, SARAH E. SHIRK ESTATE, HENRY ROBIDOUX, DEANNA LUTZ & OTHERS

AY-002189-L

w/2612 SF, country eat-in kitchen w/custom cabinets, SS appliances, living rm., laundry/mud rm., family rm., den, rec rm., 4 bdrms., 2 full baths, daylight bsmt., wraparound covered porch, gas heat, 28x44 barn/gar. bldg. w/2 horse stalls & shop area, run-in shed, gazebo w/elec., 4.4 ACRES w/3 acres pasture w/Muddy Creek frontage, lawn, garden area & mature trees. Zoned Ag.

After 47 years, owners downsizing & serious to sell. Move-in condition bldgs. Economical & low maintenance. Ideal setting. Minutes to Martindale, Fivepointville, Terre Hill & Reamstown. Personal inspection by appointment or open house Sat., October 7, 14 & 21 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)

***Special Note: Items below sold immediately after real estate at 5 P.M.***

Kubota B7200 4WD Dsl. Hydro Tractor w/3 Pt. & 48” Deck, Rhino 5’ 3 Pt.

PTO Rototiller, 4’ 3 Pt. Scraper Blade, Weed Eaters (1 w/Blade), 32’ Alum. Ext. Ladder, PVC Picnic Table, 3 Window ACs, Reciprocating Saw, Craftsman Table Saw, Delta Bench Grinder, Table Vice Grip.

Note: Only above items to be sold immediately after real estate at 5 PM. Be prompt. Terms cash or PA check.

Levi S. & Susie Z. Horst 717-445-4419 or 717-381-9577

Thursday, Oct. 5th from 5-7 PM

Terms: Down payment of $40,000.00 required day of auc�on. Se�lement on or before December 12, 2023. Transfer taxes to be paid by buyer. Real Estate taxes shall be prorated. Annual taxes +/- $ 7878.00.

A�en�on Realtors: 1% broker par�cipa�on offered to Realtors with pre-registered buyer. See website for details.

Auc�oneer’s Notes: A beau�ful Clay Twp. Ephrata School District se�ng with a brick ranch-style home updated with new kitchen and windows in 2019. Also 2-story garage new in 2021 with 2nd floor storage. Be sure to check out this property with paved driveway, stone retaining walls, stamp Crete walks, concrete pa�o, and very impressive view. For more pictures, go to: www.beiler-campbellauc�ons.com www.auc�onzip.com • www.GoToAuc�on.com

Auctioneers: Glenn Horst 717-271-8868

Family Trust conveyed property on Chestnut Street to Christopher P. Mazzola and Kimberly C. Mazzola for $310,000.

The John D. Faust and Anita L. Faust Revocable Living Trust conveyed property in

Paul M. Burkholder conveyed property on Church Street to Paul M. Burkholder for $1.

The Myron G. Weaver Estate conveyed property on Mohns Hill Road to James L. Weaver for $420,736.

Michael L. Hartranft and Dale A. Hartranft conveyed

PUBLIC AUCTION

JOHN DEERE 2 CYL. TRACTORS – TRAILER EQUIP. – COLLECTIBLES – PRIMITIVES

JOHN DEERE TOYS – MILK BOTTLES SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 • 9 A.M.

Farm Equipment & Related Items: Syracuse Chilled 1341D/1441D 2-Way Plow, JD 2-Btm. Trailer Plow, Syracuse No. 2 & Other Walk-Behind Plows, Ellis 110 AG’L Works Cutter, JD L Cult., Triumph No. 1 Mountville Shredder/ Grinder, Baldwins American Fodder Cutter, Papec Hammermill, Planter Jr. No. # 4 Planter, Row Markers/Cult., Potato Plow, Yardman 175 Pull Behind Spreader, Sm. Lawn Trailer, Sm. Lawn Pull Behind Sprayer w/Wand & Boom, Fairbank Platform Scales, Wood Snow Fence, Strap Hinges, Buch 2-Hole Corn Sheller, Grain Cradles, Hames, Shafts, Double & Single Trees, Window Sash, Metal Garage Cans, 2 Large Wooden Spools, Asst. Steel/ Scrap, Steering Wheels, JD PTO Air Pump.

Shop Tools: Craftsman Tabletop Drill Press, Pittsburgh ¾” Drive Socket

Set, 22-Pc. Metric/SAE & Other Wrench Sets, Makita & Black/Decker Cordless Drills, Bench Grinders, Handyman & Screw Jacks, Log Chains & Binders, Trailer Hitch, Cub Cadet Tire Chains, Shop Tables, Ratchet Straps, Pipe Clamps, Metal Shelves, File Cabinets, Toolboxes, Oil Cans, Drill Bits, Pry Bars, PTO Stubs, Elec. Cords, Grease Gun, Small Space Heater, Red MAC Toolbox, Hardware Bin Organizer, Bottle Jack, Black Hawk 2-Ton & Pittsburgh 6-Ton Jack Stands, Bucket of Asst. Oils, Air Hose, Bead Breaker, Double Halogen Light, Trailer Lights, Gas Cans, Funnels, Wheelbarrow.

Primitives – Collectibles: Approx. 25 John Deere & Other Toys, Approx. 70 Various Sizes Milk Bottles (some embossed) Including: A.R. Ruth, Sunnyside, William Landis, Springmond, Lerch, Rau’s, Newhards, Levengood, Cloverleaf Farm, Johnson Dairy Farm, Wonsidleres, Rosenbergers, Queen & Others. Showalter’s Dairy Wood Milk Crate, S.S. Milk Pails, Milk Cans, Milkers, Approx. 30 Cen-Pe-Co Motor Klenz Oil Cans (full), 5’x5½’ High S.S. Rack, 3’x10’ SS Table w/Poly Cutting Area, Trolley & Other Meat Hooks, Enterprise Sausage Stuffers, Dayton & Hobart Market Scales, Meat Cleaver, Ice Tongs, Enterprise Slicer, Hog Scrapers. Erie, WaPak, Wagner & Griswold Fry Pans, Sm. Tabletop Fairbank Scales, Brass Front Scales, Pea/Beam Scale, Longacre Wall Clock, Asst. John Deere Signs, McNess Thermometer, Straw Knife, Early Planters & Sickles, 2 & 3-Prong Forks, Hay Hooks, Ice & 2-Man Saws, Bird Cages, Egg Basket, Wooden Rakes & Pulley, Wood Levels & Augers, Imp. Wrenches, Block Planes, Adv. Yardsticks, Peach Baskets, Sm. Metal Gas Cans, Wood Crates, Sad Irons, Wood Ladders, Manure Hooks, Hand Crank Clippers, Green Magazines, Approx. 50 Straight Back Wooden Folding Chairs & Approx. 11 Round Back Wooden Folding Chairs.

Randal V. Kline

Roy E. Good, Jr.

Aaron Z. Nolt

Curvin M.

Horning

717-445-4309 Lic. #499, #2116, #5064, #3956

NOTE: Nice, clean & private collection of John Deere tractors & equipment. Auction to begin at 9 AM w/tools & primitives. Approx. 11 AM w/milk bottles & toys. 12 Noon w/tractors & trailer w/online bidding available for tractors only. Terms are cash, PA check or credit card w/3% service fee. Food Stand. See website and reverse side for more photos. Willard A. Geissinger Estate Eva Landes, Exc.: 484-744-1662 Doris Geisssinger, Exc. www.klinekreidergood.com Doris

Rt. 272 N. from Ephrata to Reamstown

property on South Reamstown Road to Michael L. Hartranft and Hanna L. Hartranft for $1.

Proverbs Home Buyers LLC conveyed property on North Reamstown Road to Awakened Properties LLC for $147,500.

Timothy M. Shirk and Jennifer S. Shirk conveyed property on North Reamstown Road to Proverbs Home Buyers LLC for $102,500.

East Earl Township

Scot T. Ash and Ann M. Ash conveyed property on Shetland Circle to Michael P. Capogna and Alesha L. Capogna for $400,000.

Elizabeth Township

Shaun D. Schoenberger and Alida J. Schoenberger conveyed property on Acorn Lane to Darrell Martin and Katherine Martin for $860,000.

Ephrata Borough

Bryan Macintyre and Karen Macintyre conveyed property in Ephrata Borough to Michael Matthew Bargmann for $185,000.

Jeffrey M. Rutt and Cindia

PUBLIC

S. Rutt conveyed property on West Main Street to Nathaniel T. Latshaw and Julie Diane Latshaw for $430,000.

David L. Boyer and Robin M. Boyer conveyed property on Stephen Circle to Kaitlyn A. Buzzard and Mitchell K. Buzzard for $305,000.

Ephrata Township

Karen L. Mitchell conveyed property on Fieldcrest Lane to Ralph A. Di Iorio Jr. for $363,000.

Steven Michael Bowman conveyed property on Summerlyn Drive to Jennifer Alice Claffey and Victor Claffey for $470,000.

Janis L. Dorward conveyed property on Millway Road to Christopher Tangert and Hope Tangert for $390,000.

Lititz Borough

Sener M. Herr conveyed property on Laurel Avenue to Rodney L. Huyett and Deborah L. Huyett for $355,500.

Ernest D. Roybal and Silvia Roybal conveyed property on Leaman Street to Eric M. Borgia for $405,000.

Bretta S. Illig conveyed property on West Lincoln Avenue to the Bretta S. Illig Trust for $1.

Warwick Township Maria B. Boyreau conveyed property on East Meadow Valley Road to Christopher Heisey and Kaitlyn Heisey for $435,000.

Michael A. Iannelli conveyed property on Pleasant Hill Drive to Roselyn Valdez for $358,000.

William C. Love and Tara L. Love conveyed property in Warwick Township to Tara L. Love for $1.

Louella W. Good conveyed property on East Lexington Road to Justin K. Nolt for $367,500.

Brandon Judy and Lanette Judy conveyed property on

Rabbit Hill Road to Edward A. Scheuerman, Carol S. Scheuerman, Kurtis W. Zimmerman, and Faith I. Zimmerman for $574,900.

Warwick Crossing LLC and EG Stoltzfus Homes LLC conveyed property in Warwick Township to Kenneth C. Walter and Christine A. Walter for $719,225.

Samuel E. High Jr. conveyed property in Warwick Township to the Warwick Township Municipal Authority for $1.

Jonathan J. Strouse and Madelyn E. Harris conveyed property on Springview Drive to Juan Mayol and Beatriz Mojica for $554,900.

Gary L. Lutz and Kelly L.

PUBLIC AUCTION

3 BR 2 STORY HOME W/ATTACHED

2 CAR GARAGE ON COUNTRY LOT NEW

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 5:00 P.M. LOCATION: 237 Cypress Ln., New Holland, PA 17557

REAL ESTATE: Con­

veniently located 2 sty.

home w/attached 2 car garage on 0.2 acres. This vinyl sided home has a nice quiet setting in a country community, paved driveway, landscaping and maintenance free exterior. This well maintained home contains approx. 2,080 SF and features a living room and dining room w/carpet; eat­in kit. w/vinyl floor, tiled backsplash, elec. range, fridge, DW and glass sliding door to a screened porch; laundry w/W&D; half bath on the main lvl. The upper lvl. has 3 BRs and a full bath. The lower lvl. has a fam. rm. w/carpet and outside exit. The home has an attached 2 car garage w/elec. opener and workshop area; covered front porch; heat pump with C/A; public water and sewer. The property also contains an 8x12 storage shed.

OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, October 7 & 14 (1­3 pm) or by appt. call 610286­5183.

NOTE: Well­maintained home conveniently located on the outskirts of New Holland. This is an estate and the property needs to be sold.

TERMS: 10% down day of sale; settlement within 45 days of sale.

Terms by: Andrew M. Jacob Estate. Kling, Deibler & Glick Attorneys. For more information, please visit our website at www.horningfarmagency.com

rancher w/2587 SF finished area w/eat-in kitchen w/Martin’s Custom oak cabinets w/raised panel doors, pantry & appliances, dining area w/cathedral ceiling & garden window, living rm. w/bow window & brick fireplace, rear enclosed patio/sunrm. w/rear access to 18x18 deck, 1st floor laundry, 3 bdrms., 2 full baths, enclosed breezeway, lrg. lowerlevel finished family rm. w/woodstove, full attic w/cedar closet, bsmt., electric radiant heat, mini split AC, low maintenance exterior w/insulated/ tilt windows, attached 2 car garage & utility bldg. 10x12, level 4/10 ACRE country lot w/double width macadam driveway, professional landscaping, privacy hedge, farmland boundary. Zoned Ag. Property must be sold to settle estate! Ideally located country one owner property w/very clean & well-maintained brick rancher along low traffic county road. Move in condition, low maintenance & economical. Minutes to Bowmanville, Fivepointville & Terre Hill w/easy access to Rts. 625, 897, 222 Bypass & Turnpike. Personal inspection by appointment or open house September 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)

Lawn & Garden – Tools: Briggs 1450 Series 5000 Watt/6250 Starting Gen., (2) S.P. Snapper Mowers, Honda S.P. Mower, Cordless Weedeaters, Wood Ext. Ladder, Asst. Hand & Power Tools, Misc. Hardware, PVC Picnic Table & Umbrella, 6’ Picnic Table w/Attached Benches, Freestanding Lawn Swing, Lawn Wishing Well, Lawn Ornament Lighthouse, Concrete Porch Planters, C.I. Porch Love Seat, (2) C.I. Implement Wheels, Gazing Ball & Asst. Lawn Ornaments, Bird Baths & Houses, Asst. Flower Pots, Watering Cans, Asst. Garden Tools, Car Roof Rack, Bear Woody Special Compound Bow w/ Arrows, Deer Mounts, 7-Gun Cabinet, Hunting Clothes, Fishing Rods & Net.

Furniture – Appliances: 5 Pc. Double Bdrm. Suite Including Desk w/

Bookshelf, Nightstand, Bureau w/Mirror & Chest of Drawers. 5-Pc. Double

Bdrm. Suite, 24-Pane 4-Door Corner Cupboard, 12-Pane Hutch, Oak Dry Sink, Lane Cedar Chest, Oak Wall Rack w/Mirror, (2) Open Front

Bookshelves, La-Z-Boy Rocker Recliner & Other Rockers & Recliners, Sm.

Hutch/Dry Sink, Wing Chairs, Spindle Back Rocker, Sm. Dining Room Table

w/4 Chairs, Matching Coffee & End Tables, Child’s Highchair, End Table/

Light Combo, Bar & Step Stools, Deacon Bench, Patio Glass Top Table

w/6 Chairs, Lounger & Tea Cart, Plastic Stackable Lawn Chairs, Wooden

Patio Loveseat, Lg. Gold Wall Mirror, Plant Stands, Spinning Wheel

Planter, Toy Chest, Entertainment Center, Optimus Stereo System w/CD & Cassette Player w/Speakers, Sony TV & DVD Player & Stand, Misc. Wicker

Bathroom Items, Asst. Sm. Tables, Benches, Cabinets, Homeasy & Holmes

Elec. Heaters, Frigidaire Dehumidifier, Child’s PVC Chairs, Ping Pong Table & Access., Youth Pool / Skee Ball Table Game, Little Tykes Desk & Chair,

Child’s 3-Piece Wolverine Kitchen Set (metal), Child’s Play Food & Dishes,

Rebounder, Asst. Table, Floor & Pole Lamps, Maytag Atlantis Washer & Dryer, Hotpoint Upright Freezer, Misc. Sm. Kitchen Appliances.

Glassware: 60+ Pcs. Of Ruby Red Moon & Star Including: Cake Server,

Cannister Set, Cookie Jars, Vases, Covered Cheese Dish, Candy Dishes,

Divided Dishes, Goblets, Bells, Salt & Pepper, Candle Stands, Covered

Butter Dishes, Bowls, Kero Lamps & Votive Dishes. Johann Haviland Barvia

Germany Dinnerware Service For 12 + Platters, Bowls, Butter Dish, Gravy

Boat, Sm. Terrain & Pitcher. Blue Ridge China Dinnerware Set For 12. Red, Blue & Yellow Pyrex Dishes, Fiesta Bowls, Fenton Lamp, Hopnail Vases, Hopnail Waffletop Pedestal Dishes, Turkey & Hen on Nests, Baldwin Brass

Candle Holders & Tray, Glass Baskets, Misc. Glassware, Collection of Bells

Including: Brass, Ceramic, Bird, Angel & Holidays, Bear Collection, Glass

Mugs & Tumblers, Asst. Figurines.

Misc. – Household: Painted Milk Can, Painted Wood Butter Churn, Wall Mounted Kero Lamps, Longaberger Baskets, Bunn Coffee Maker, Keurig Single Cup Coffee Makers, Asst. Cook & Bakeware, Tupperware,

Asst. Rooster Décor, Sm. Reg. Clock, Lasko Fan, Misc. Toys, Weather

Station, Misc. Wall Décor & Pictures, Misc. Christmas Items, Elec. Dust

Buster, Canning Jars, Games, Asst. Paper Supplies, Soft Goods Including: Napkins, Placemats, Table Clothes, Pillows, Throws, Doilies & Bedding, Bibles, Encyclopedia & Few Other Books.

NOTE: Very clean items & after 56 years, the Good’s have collected some nice items. Sill unpacking boxes. Auction to begin 1PM w/few tools, lawn & garden items followed by household & furniture. 3PM w/Ruby Moon & Star glassware. Real Estate 5PM. Terms cash, PA check, or major credit card w/3% service fee. Food Stand.

AUCTIONEERS • REALTORS • APPRAISERS

Lutz conveyed property on Snyder Hill Road to Kelly

L. Lutz for $1.

CS Equity Management

LLC conveyed property on Crosswinds Drive to Jacob

W. Kalbach and Lexie B. Eberly for $322,000.

West Cocalico Township

Darren Sands and Mary Sands conveyed property on Pine Crest Drive to Darren Sands for $1.

West Earl Township

Jeffrey B. Walp and Crystal

G. Walp conveyed property

on Buchland Road to the Walp Family Trust for $1. Hossein Aghamehdi and Alicia M. Aghamehdi conveyed property in West Earl Township to Hossein Aghamehdi for $1.

Brianna McAndrews conveyed property on Elizabeth Avenue to John Michael Vandeberg and Deborah Marie Coryell for $305,000.

Victoria C. Santese and Grant R. Santese conveyed property on Stone Quarry Road to Kevin Hershey and Rebecca Day for $850,000.

HorningFarmAgency.com 610-286-5183

HYBRID PUBLIC AUCTION

STATELY

rear allseason room; attached 2-car garage. Basement has 43’x28’ L-shaped recreation room w/large sitting area & built-in shelving has carpet/vinyl flooring & paneling walls; storage room; good roof. Updated oil furnace; central A/C; public water & sewer; good roof; C.V. School Dist.; Upper Leacock Twp.; taxes $4,527. Pre-bid online for real estate.

OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, Sept. 30 from 1-3 PM. Call/Text Auctioneer 717-5878906.

PERSONAL PROPERTY: 1992 Red Cadillac Seville 4-door car, 44,000 miles; Sterlingworth 5-pc. cherry bedroom suite w/queen bed; antique oak bow glass china closet; Victorian washstand; antique dropleaf table; grandmother clock; 1850s high-top dry sink; cream sofa & chair; maple finish bedroom suite; antique blanket chest; antique dough box end table; maple 4 dr. chest; patio lounge chairs; hand painted hurricane lamp; La-Z-Boy recliner; old jelly cupboard; Victor antique safe; Samsonite patio set; wicker loveseat; (2) milk cans; antique crocks & jugs; misc. galv. items; lots of old postcards (cartoon & local); genealogy books; older reading books; Childcraft book set volume 1-15; copper boiler; pretzel tins; assorted glassware; carnival glass; Jay McVey original oil painting; Jay McVey prints; (12+) original oil paintings by Chet Groff; lots of Sperry New Holland advertising items; Ertl cars & trucks; Buddy-L dump truck; Hubley tractor; vintage children’s games; E. Frankhouser carved birds; gold rings & nice costume jewelry; several old pocket watches; several antique quilts; vintage amber glass; old model cars; vintage baseball items; 1964 Phillies banner; 1960s Orioles team signed baseball; assorted baseball cards & photos; antique baseball bats; lots of baskets; plus lots more unlisted. Bring a chair and invest your day at the auction. Please visit our website at www.martinandrutt.com or Facebook or Instagram

will be sold subject to Federal and State Firearms Laws.

***Accepted Payments: Cash or PA check. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Debit Card with 3% fee. No out of state checks without prior approval.

Oaklyn Dr., Narvon, PA 17555 (Bowmansville Area). Rt. 625 N. to Bowmansville. Right E. Maple Grove Rd. Left Oaklyn Dr. to property on

HOLLAND AREA

Factors To Keep In Mind When Considering A Basement Remodel

A fully finished and functional basement is a dream for many homeowners. Such a space, when completed, can serve as an entertainment space, a man cave, an artist’s studio, or any number of additional functions.

Despite their usefulness, finished basements are something of a rarity. In an analysis of data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction, the National Association of Home Builders® found that only around 24 percent of singlefamily homes built in 2018 have basements. Homeowners who do not currently have a finished basement but are considering such a project can approach the

remodel with a few key factors in mind. Careful consideration of these factors can ensure the project is budget-friendly and worthy of homeowners’ investments.

• Investment value: Conventional wisdom among home renovation and real estate experts suggests that a basement remodel is best if done to satisfy current inhabitants and not necessarily to appeal to prospective buyers once the home is put up for sale.

Remodeling magazine reports that a midrange basement remodel costing around $70,000 will provide a return of around $49,000 (or 70 percent) at resale.

Though that’s not a poor return on investment, home- owners who are remodeling a basement solely for the potential ROI at resale can find other projects that provide a greater return.

• Foundation: The foundation of the home must garner ample consideration before beginning a basement remodel. Certain foundation issues, such as soft concrete,

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cracked or curved outside walls and cracks in the flooring, are indicative of significant issues with the foundation. These issues can be costly to address, and they must be remedied before the basement remodel can begin.

• Existing space: Some homeowners may have bought their homes with

partially finished basements or even finished areas that they simply want to remodel. In such instances, a preremodel inspection from a licensed home inspector can save homeowners lots of money and heartache over the long haul. Partially finished or even aging finished basements might not have been renovated in adherence to codes, which could lead to costly violations down the road. An inspection in advance of a remodel can give homeowners an idea of what they will need to do to bring the basement up to code. Local officials also can provide a list of necessary permits and a detailed description of requirements to ensure the remodeled basement adheres to code.

• Soil: Soil surrounding the home should be tested prior to beginning the project. Radon is an odorless gas found in soil that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency notes can increase individuals’ risk for lung cancer. Radon can seep into basements and increase that risk even further if it is present at elevated levels in the soil surrounding a home. Radon tests are simple and inexpensive, and no basement remodel project should begin without first conducting such a test.

Finished basements are valuable spaces. Homeowners who want to finish or remodel their basements should consider a host of factors before beginning the renovation.

The Rise In All-Electric Homes

When asked to think of modern homes, many people might think of minimalism, neutral colors, open concept floor plans, and large windows without treatments. While each of those features are components of modern homes, just what qualifies as “modern” is ever-changing and often a reflection of what buyers are looking for. And lately, many buyers are looking for all-electric homes.

A 2015 study by the U.S. Energy Information Administration found that the number of all-electric homes had increased over the previous decade. In fact, the EIA study found that 25 percent of homes in the United States used only electricity. All-electric homes are generally considered more environmentally friendly because they lessen homeowners’ carbon footprint by reducing their need for fossil fuels like natural gas. Electric heat pumps, induction stoves and electric fireplaces are just some of the technologies that can be found in all-electric homes. Though the design style of all-electric homes needn’t be modern, there’s no denying that the growing popularity of such homes makes them an option for homeowners with modern sensibilities.

Tips To Help Improve WiFi Signals Around The House

Speedy, reliable internet is something people have quickly grown accustomed to. That’s no doubt why dropped WiFi signals can be so frustrating.

Various things can contribute to slow or interrupted Wi-Fi. As a result, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution to address underperforming Wi-Fi. But that’s good news, as it means there’s an assortment of strategies that consumers can try to improve the Wi-Fi in their homes.

• Upgrade your router. Many people rent their routers from their internet service providers, but it may surprise some to learn that they can buy their own. Buying your own router can be beneficial in various ways, not the least of which is it can save money. Router rental fees vary, but they typically cost between $10

and $15 per month. Consumers will save money in the long run by buying their own router rather than renting one from their ISP. When buying their own routers, consumers also can pick from a host of options, including routers with strong performance ratings that

may contribute to better WiFi performance.

• Set up automatic firmware updates. It’s easy to forget a router after it’s been plugged in and internet service starts working. However, manufacturers routinely issue firmware updates to improve router performance.

Turning on automatic updates may improve WiFi performance, and such updates also can provide a host of additional benefits, including added security measures.

• Relocate the router. PCMag.com notes that the location of the router can affect WiFi performance. If possible, locate the router in the center of the home so it can easily reach all parts of the house. Locating wireless routers away from walls and other obstructions also may improve performance.

• Switch frequencies. Switching frequencies can help wireless consumers whose service might be

adversely affected by congestion. Consumer Reports notes that wireless congestion can affect WiFi performance in apartment buildings and densely populated neighborhoods. In such instances, consumers can check their routers to see if they’re running on the 2.4 GHz frequency band. If so, switching them to the 5 GHz band, which has more channels and is likely to be less congested, may improve WiFi performance.

Slow and/or interrupted WiFi signals can be very frustrating. Thankfully, various strategies can help consumers quickly remedy such issues.

How To Pick Paint For Home Interiors

Many components combine to define a home’s interior. Some homeowners may be partial to certain styles, such as ultra modern or farmhouse, while others may opt for a more traditional look that cannot necessarily be categorized as one style or another. Though many homeowners may spend considerable time and devote a lot of energy to making their home embody a certain style, those who aren’t willing to commit to a particular look can lean on one component to make a stylish statement all their own: paint.

Color can be a part of every homeowner’s design arsenal. Bold colors can be used to create a stunning accent wall, while homes with open concepts often utilize color to define rooms. Homeowners who want to revitalize their home interiors can do so with paint, and this approach doesn’t require homeowners to commit to a whole new design style.

Though paint may seem simple to novices, homeowners who have painted home interiors in the past

Wood Flooring Is The Natural Choice For The Green American Home

Wood flooring is gaining an eco-friendly reputation and status as a smart investment, as consumers become more savvy about green products and sustainability.

To create a healthier home environment, indoor air quality will be better with wood floors, especially for people with asthma or breathing problems. Wood floors won’t provide a hiding place for pollen, animal dander, mold, and other allergens. Since they don’t accumulate a lot of dust and debris, maintaining them can be as simple as using a soft-bristle broom, dry mop, or brush-less vacuum.

If you are remodeling your home or building a new one, it is helpful to understand the options available in wood flooring. “Solid wood” flooring is made from a single piece of wood and comes in three basic types:

• Strip flooring accounts for the majority of

installations. Strip widths range from 1-1/2 inches to 3 inches, but usually are 2-1/4 inches wide.

• Plank flooring boards are more than 3 inches wide.

buildings, lofts, and rural structures, which is an ideal choice for green flooring. Wood can also be salvaged from urban areas, orchards, and river and lake bottoms.

• Parquet flooring, conducive to dramatic geometric effects, comes in standard patterns of 4-inch by 4-inch blocks, with specialty patterns ranging up to 36inch square units.

The thickness of solid wood flooring can vary, but generally ranges from 3/4 inch to 5/16 inch. One of the many benefits of solid wood flooring is that it can be sanded and refinished many times.

Engineered wood floors are real wood floors that are manufactured using three to five layers of wood, with the wear layer a species of choice. The sublayers can be of the same species, or of different species. Engineered floors can be sanded and

refinished, but not as many times as solid wood flooring. All hardwoods are sustainable and are available in a wide variety of styles,

species and colors.

Often an overlooked resource is reclaimed wood, or wood from old barns,

Reclaimed wood is oldgrowth timber, which is harder, denser, and more stable than wood from young trees. It also tends to have fewer knots. Using reclaimed timber as recycled wood for flooring can make a home beautiful and unique. Nail holes, cracks, marks, and dents are part of the appeal and the history that lies within the floor. Wood is sustainable, and wood flooring is a proven “green” choice. It will look as good now as it will in 10, 20, and in some cases, 100 years into the future. Known for their warmth and beauty, wood floors give a humanizing touch to any setting, and their versatility enables a range of looks from formal to modern. 9 9 9 9 9

recognize how complicated the process of picking paint can be. Paint retailers have a seemingly endless swatch of paint colors to choose from, and before long homeowners heads may be spinning as they try to narrow down their options. The following tips can help homeowners pick the

perfect paint for their home interiors.

• Take stock, and photographs, of your current furnishings. Many interior designers rely on a simple technique when recommending color schemes to their clients. Choose a standout color from existing furnishings, such as the

dominant color from a patterned decorative pillow or piece of furniture, and then look for the same shade to paint the walls. A photograph of the item can be handy when visiting the paint store.

• Lighten colors as you go up. The home renovation and design experts at HGTV recommend picking darker color values for the floor, medium color values for the walls and light values for the ceiling. This approach

mimics the look of the great outdoors, where the ground tends to be darker than the trees, and the trees are darker than the blue sky.

• Utilize paint to create the vibe you want. The home renovation experts at This Old House note that colors evoke an emotional response. Cool colors like blue and green give off a relaxing vibe, which makes them ideal for bedrooms and bathrooms. Red is an intense color that can up the

energy ante in any room, which can make it an option for homeowners who want to spark debate around their dinner tables.

• Give personal preference its place at the table. Though interior designers may have years of experience picking paint colors for a home and researchers may have determined how certain colors can be utilized to create a desired ambiance in a given room, ultimately homeowners are the ones who will be living in the home. So it’s important that homeowners pick colors they like for their home interiors.

Paint is an inexpensive way to transform a room. Homeowners can rely on a combination of color strategies and their personal preferences as they try to decide which colors they want on their interior walls.

Tips To Handling A Lengthy Renovation

The global pandemic reignited people’s passions for home renovations, as they directed dollars that would normally have been spent elsewhere into the places where they were now spending the most time — their homes. According to the 10th annual Houzz & Home survey of more than 70,000 respondents in the United States, higher-budget projects cost around $85,000 or more in 2020, compared with $80,000 in the two years prior. Kitchen projects were the most popular among renovating homeowners. Even though many COVID-19-related restrictions have lifted and life has largely returned to regular programming, renovations remain a popular investment. Homeowners embarking on home renovation projects understand that a certain measure of upheaval is to be expected, but some may not fully anticipate the impact that renovations have on daily life. The following are some tips for making it through a lengthy renovation.

• Discuss the timeline with contractors. It may be easier to make a plan for how much life will be disrupted if you have an idea of how long the renovation will be (if everything goes according to plan). Sit down with contractors and have them spell out the minutiae of the project so you’ll be able to anticipate what’s going on day-to-day.

• Start at the right time. Some contractors may say they can fit your project into

their schedules in between other jobs. While this may seem convenient and timely, your work may be put on hold if there are delays with the other job or jobs. Instead, it may be better to hold off until the contractors can devote the bulk of their attention to your renovation.

• Recreate commonly used spaces elsewhere. A kitchen or a bathroom remodel often requires giving up spaces that are used throughout a typical day. Unless you have a spare full bathroom or kitchen, you’ll need to make due. Set a microwave, tabletop electric burner and a coffee pot on a folding table in the garage or utility room. Rent or purchase a small refrigerator where you

can store a few necessities. Ask your contractor to set up a makeshift outdoor shower so you have a place to get clean when the bathroom is under construction.

• Pack up and cover. Remodeling one room may cause a trickle down effect on other areas. Dust from drywall sanding can infiltrate many rooms in the home. Pack and label boxes with items not immediately needed and store them in another area. Cover most things so a film of dust won’t form on them.

• Adjust your schedule. Sleeping in will be a thing

Explaining Easements, Setbacks And CCRs

Property setbacks as well as easements and conditions, covenants and restrictions (CCRs) must be considered before renovating an existing home or building a new one. Setbacks are mandated buffers between surveyed property lines and permanent structures. Easements are legal designations that enable individuals or entities to use portions of a person’s property for physical access or to build on it for one reason or another.

easements, according to The Spruce, a home and lifestyle resource. CCRs include rules established by many planned communities, subdivisions and planned unit developments.

CCRs, easements and property setbacks can affect which type of renovations are allowed on particular plots and may affect the issuance of permits. It’s essential to learn about property easements, CCRs and setbacks in advance and discuss them with contractors when drawing up preliminary plans. Your property deed or plat map as well as the local building inspection offices can highlight any regulations that may be in effect on your property and if they may affect future projects.

of the past for the duration of the renovation, as may be working from a home office. Try to get out of the work zone as much as possible for new scenery and respites from the noises and smells.

• Ease up on cleaning standards. It’s challenging to keep a home clean during a renovation. Relax standards and expect a mess for some time. Explain to guests what they’ll find if they drop by.

Renovations can disrupt life, but often are well worth the sacrifices homeowners must make to see them through to completion.

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Safe And Effective Ways To Clean Up Leaves

Removing leaves from the yard is a task that homeowners must perform each fall. Thousands upon thousands of leaves can drop from a single tree. Multiply that by the number of trees on a property, and it’s no surprise the task of leaf cleanup can seem so daunting. Furthermore, not all leaves are shed at the same time, so several cleanup sessions may be necessary before the last leaf is banished from the yard. Just like removing snow, leaf cleanup can be a taxing job if done by hand. For people unaccustomed to exercise, cleaning up leaves can turn into quite a workout. According to the Discovery Health Calorie Counter, raking leaves for one hour can burn nearly 292 calories. Shoulders and arms will feel the burn. Raking leaves is considered moderate physical activity, similar to brisk walking. Those who find themselves straining or out of breath should take a break, and these tips also make the job

safer and easier.

• Wear layers when cleaning up leaves. It may be cool at first, but it’s easy to work up a sweat after raking for awhile. Layers can be peeled off so as not to get overheated or risk hypothermia from sweating in chilly temps.

• Pay attention to your posture while raking. James

Weinstein, chairman of the Department of Orthopedics at Dartmouth Medical School, recommends forming a wide base with the feet and holding the rake slightly toward the end of the handle with one hand three-quarters of the way down the handle from the other. Do not twist the spine; move your entire body. Avoid overuse of muscles on one side of the body by switching sides periodically.

• Do not try to rake or blow leaves on windy days. Wind will only make the task that much more difficult, which could lead to overworking oneself.

• Avoid overfilling bags.

Simple Ways To Save On Heating Costs This Winter

Comfort takes center stage each winter. As people look to stay warm, many may be quick to turn up the thermostat so their entire home is toasty warm. But much like cranking air conditioners during the dog days of summer, turning up the thermostat each time the winter winds begin blowing can prove costly for homeowners.

tection Agency, adding insulation in attics, crawl spaces and basement rim joists can help homeowners save as much as 15 percent on heating costs.

• Lower the temperature on your water heater.

Another way to trim your energy bill this winter is to lower the temperature on your water heater. The U.S. Department of Energy notes that, for every 10°F reduction in temperature on their water heaters, homeowners can save between 3 and 5 percent on their water heating costs.

For those who plan to mulch and bag leaves, remember that compressed leaves can get heavy pretty quickly. Do not over-fill bags, as they can be hard to move or bring to a recycling center.

Using a leaf blower to push leaves into piles will reduce the strenuousness of the task, but leaf blowers can be heavy and noisy and gas-powered blowers can produce a considerable amount of exhaust.

Raking leaves can be quite a chore. It is important that homeowners take steps to prevent injury while cleaning up leaves in their yards.

According to estimates from the National Energy Assistance Directors’ Association, homeowners spent an average of $911 on home heating costs in the winter of 2019-20. The winter of 2020-21 could prove even more expensive, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to force much of the world to practice social distancing. That means many professionals are still working from home fulltime, while even those who aren’t are no doubt spending more of their free time at home. All those hours spent at home figure to increase reliance on heaters this winter, which means heating bills are likely to go up as the temperatures go down.

Finding ways to save on heating costs will no doubt prove a priority for many homeowners this winter, and the following are some ways to do just that.

• Add insulation. Extra insulation throughout the house can dramatically reduce home heating (and cooling) costs. According to the Environmental Pro-

• Close the flue on your fireplace. Fireplaces can keep a home’s inhabitants warm in winter, but only when they’re in use. When they’re not being used, fireplaces can allow heat to escape a home. When the fireplace is not being used, close the flue to prevent heat from escaping the house. Keeping all windows and doors closed throughout the day is another way to prevent unnecessary heat loss.

• Have your HVAC system serviced before winter begins. Inefficient HVAC systems cost homeowners considerable amounts of money each year. Annual maintenance performed by a certified HVAC professional can ensure filters are clean and operating at peak efficiency, saving homeowners the costly trouble of having to turn up the thermostat to overcome dirty systems.

Home heating costs figure to increase this winter as people spend more time at home. Various simple strategies can help homeowners stay warm without overpaying to heat their homes this winter.

Make The Most Of A Small Apartment

Renting an apartment has its advantages. When something goes awry, such as a leaky faucet or a hole in the roof, tenants aren’t responsible for addressing the situation. Nor are they required to pay for it.

One notable disadvantage to renting, however, is the all too common issue involving space. Many apartments simply can’t provide the amount of space most tenants would prefer. As a result, tenants are routinely looking for ways to make the most of their existing spaces or constantly on the lookout for the next apartment, which might offer more of this precious commodity than their current domicile. For those among the former group, the following tips can help make even the tightest of quarters into more livable.

• Embrace function over fashion. Multifunctional items and rooms are an apartment dweller’s best friend. When buying furniture, look for items that can serve multiple purposes. A storage ottoman, for instance, makes a great place to put your feet up, but it can also store a host of items and save space in the process. Certain rooms, such as an eat-in-kitchen or small dining area, can double as a home office for anyone whose laptop computer is their primary tool for connecting to their office’s network. Men and women who call a studio apartment home might consider a futon

that pulls double duty, working as a couch by day and a bed by night.

• Think vertical. Traditional storage space, like closets, is typically limited in apartments. But vertical storage units, be it tall bookshelves or even open shelving above doorways, can make up for that lack of closet storage space. For those without adequate room in their bedroom closet, an armoire can make up for that missing space.

• Go sparingly on the furnishings. One advantage to a smaller apartment is such apartments don’t cost nearly as much to furnish. If an apartment is on the smaller side, go easy on the furnishings. It’s not necessary to purchase an entire living room set. Instead, a couch and an armchair might be good enough. Filling a small apartment with furniture will only make the place uncomfortable, so leave some room to breathe and walk around. A good rule of thumb many apartment dwellers operate by is to limit each room to one large piece of furniture. In the bedroom, the large item is the bed while the living room features a couch with some smaller additional seating (i.e., an armchair).

• Become an illusionist. Mirrors can make a small room appear larger. A mirror reflects part of the room, making that room appear larger even though it’s not. Floor-length mirrors tend to work the best, but wall mirrors can also make a room look and feel larger than it really is.

Must-Have Features In Your Bathroom Remodel

Veteran homeowners recognize the value of remodeling their kitchens and bathrooms. Kitchens and baths tend to appear dated more quickly than other spaces, such as living rooms and bedrooms, which can always be revamped with some fresh paint and new furnishings.

The home improvement pricing resource Home Guide indicates an average bathroom remodel costs anywhere from $5,500 to $15,000 depending on the size and scope of the renovation. However, a bath redo can increase a home’s resale value and can return as much as 68 percent of homeowners’ investments.

As homeowners plan their bathroom renovations, it’s a good time to consider improvements that will improve function and add design appeal for years to come.

• Floating vanity: Add an airy feeling to the room by creating space between the vanity and the floor. A floating vanity can be a counter with a vessel sink or even have cabinets, as long as the vanity doesn’t extend to the floor.

• Freestanding traditional sink or tub: There’s something elegant about a freestanding tub or pedestal sink. Such features can lend a classic vibe to a space. However, freestanding fixtures also come in modern or eclectic forms, so there are options for any design style.

• Frameless showers: Switch to a walk-in shower option, which improves aesthetics and makes it easier to “age in place” in a home.

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• Natural textures: Create a calm and serene sanctuary in the bathroom with light, natural hues and materials. Nature-inspired colors on tiles, walls and vanities can add to the spa vibe.

• Dual sinks and vanities: With a double vanity, two

people can share the space and easily use the bathroom without getting in each other’s way. One vanity with two sinks works, but homeowners can create even more personal space by dividing vanities and mirrors.

• Small textured tile on shower floors: Small textures are appealing and add safety. The added texture and grouting will keep feet from slipping on wet floors. Also,

opt for mold-resistant grout to make cleanup even easier.

• Special shower heads: Invest in shower heads that can run the gamut from creating steam showers to rainfall effects. Some showers will have multiple shower jets to offer an invigorating experience.

• Improve drainage: Increase the diameter of the drain pipe in the bathroom from the standard to a twoinch drain pipe. This will reduce the risk of clogs and overflow leaks.

• Install a window: Natural light and air flow can reduce the risk for mold and mildew growth, and windows add some aesthetic appeal to a space. Just be sure to choose frosted privacy glass.

Additional considerations for a bath remodel include heated floors, well-placed and attractive storage options and a toilet enclosure (water closet) for added privacy. These and other bathroom renovation ideas can add value and improve the appeal of the room.

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Five Tips To Help Make Your Backyard Safe For Your Canine Friends

Dogs, particularly puppies, can be full of boundless energy. Channeling that energy into exercise with long walks or play sessions can help stem dogs’ propensity to get into trouble around the house as they burn off extra adrenaline. Pets who don’t have an energy outlet may chew off-limits objects or get into other mischief.

According to the American Kennel Club, the amount of exercise a dog needs depends on the animal’s age and breed. For example, border collies or Siberian

huskies may require much more exercise than English bulldogs, simply because the former are working breeds. Pet owners with large backyards often find those outdoor spots are ideal for when their dogs get the “zoomies,” something that tends to be a daily occurrence. Letting their dogs run around yards, whether on their own or chasing tossed tennis balls, is an ideal way to provide exercise and tire out pups. In such scenarios, it’s vital that pups have a dog-friendly yard in which to play. Use safe lawn care products

An expanse of grass is the perfect place to frolic or enjoy some sunbathing — for people or pets. But contact with chemically treated lawns can cause a number of health issues for dogs, such as allergies or intestinal upset.

Switching to native grasses can reduce the need to use chemicals to get lush lawns. When supplementation is needed, homeowners can switch to organic products or natural compost as safer alternatives than chemicalbased products.

Fence off the yard Off-leash running and

bounding through the yard will make any dog smile. However, a fence is a musthave to ensure a dog doesn’t become an escape artist. Be sure the fence is high enough so that the pup cannot jump over it. Burying chicken wire in the dirt beneath the lower edge of the fence also can help prevent dogs who like to dig from exiting by crawling underneath the fence.

Consider installing a lock on the fence gate so that no one can wander in and surprise the dog, which may startle the animal and prompt it to defend the property. A lock also helps prevent dog theft.

Keep the yard tidy

Maintaining a clean yard also is key to safety. Inspect the yard regularly to make

sure nothing is around that can prove harmful, whether it’s poison ivy, felled branches or broken fence panels. Also, keep shrubs and grass trimmed to reduce flea and tick populations on the property.

Avoid poisonous plants

Certain plants can be dangerous if they’re consumed by curious pups. Chrysanthemums, peonies, irises, and hydrangeas are some plants that can be poisonous. For a full list of poisonous plants, visit the ASPCA website (aspca.org). Keep an eye on animals

Dogs can spend some unattended time in the yard, but check in from time to time. Should wildlife get into the yard, dogs may get hurt by tussles or bites. Birds of prey, such as owls, hawks and even vultures, may attack small dogs in a yard.

According to Pat Silvosky, director of the Milford Nature Center in Kansas, some birds can be territorial. While they might not view a dog as an easy meal, they could swoop down and attack to defend territory. The same may occur with other wild animals.

A dog-friendly yard may require a little effort to create, but it’s worth a little sweat equity to keep pups safe.

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Owner of Hardwood Floors of Lancaster, Thomas H. Dux, has traveled the world to bring the best hardwood flooring companies to North America. From China, Taiwan and two companies from Quebec, Canada, Thomas is able to buy the best quality directly from the importer and not from distributors. Many flooring stores sell what their distributors have for them to sell, but Hardwood Floors of Lancaster are specialists in wood flooring and will work hard to find you a quality product at an affordable price.

If you cannot find what you are looking for, Hardwood Floors of Lancaster will make it for you.

Not only will you find the best, affordable flooring at the store, but Hardwood Floors of Lancaster now offers customers a new way to refinish hardwood floors that promises to make everyone’s life easier. Vesting LED-Hardwax oil is a unique mix of oils, waxes, resins and additives with no VOCs. When it comes in contact with a hand-held LED light, the finish completely hardens in a split-second, leaving the wood surface instantly resilient, protected against dirt and moisture. “With Vesting LED, instead of curing by air, it’s cured by ultraviolet light,” Dux explains. This process makes it more convenient for homeowners who usually needed to stay off the floors until they were cured and hardened, which could take several days. Now with Vesting LED, homeowners can return to normal life within a few hours. The floors are also more resistant to wear and tear and easier to maintain and repair.

cost to the homeowner, Vesting LED speeds up the installation. You don’t even have to move all the furniture

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Stop Slips, Trips In The Home

If you’ve slipped in the shower, stumbled on the stairs or taken a tumble on the terrace, you’re not alone. In fact, more than 5.1 million people report accidents and, tragically, nearly 6,000 die every year from accidental falls in the home.

Stairways, slick surfaces and uneven footing can create unexpected, but easily prevented, danger zones. With some simple safety precautions, you can help avoid slips and falls and keep your family safe.

1. Clear the stairs

Whether your home has interior, exterior or basement stairs, it’s important

to make them as safe as possible.

• Check to make sure railings and banisters are secure. Wood glue can secure loose balusters or handrails.

• Add lighting at each end of the staircase.

• Keep clutter off the steps.

• Use safety gates at the top and bottom if there are small children in the house.

• Paint the bottom stair of basement steps white so it’s easier to see.

2. Create safe surfaces Some surfaces are more prone to be slippery, especially when wet. Tile in the bathroom, wood on the deck and cement around a pool can be hazardous.

Use an anti-skid epoxy spray product, which

sprays feet-friendly grit on potentially slippery surfaces to increase safety. It comes in an aerosol can, which is perfect for covering small areas around the home and covers up to 15 sq. ft. Because it’s an epoxy, it is also extremely durable and chemical resistant.

3. Be tacky Loose mats, small rugs and loose tiles or cement can all create unexpected perils.

In the bathroom, make sure all bath mats have nonskid backing. An antiskid bath, tub and tile production will create a crystal clear finish with an acrylic coating and help with firm footing on tiles and in the shower or bath. It’s a nice choice because it won’t detract from the look, but will add peace of mind.

Small rugs around the house should also be tacked down with tape, or not used at all, especially around stairs.

Finally, don’t forget your home’s exterior. Walkways with loose or broken tiles, bricks or stones can create problems. Sometimes just pounding the loose stone back into place works great if the base is on dirt. You can use a level to ensure each piece is even.

It doesn’t take much time, effort or even money to make your home safe for your family. Common sense and simple precautions will keep you on your feet and free from slips, trips and tumbles.

Low-Maintenance Lawn Alternatives To Consider

A traditional lawn may not be right for every property nor desired by every homeowner. There is no denying that lawns take time and effort to establish and daily or weekly maintenance to thrive. Homeowners who find that a traditional lawn is not practical can explore some low-maintenance alternatives.

Wildflower meadow

Homeowners with wide swaths of property may discover meadows are costand time-efficient. Stores sell special wildflower meadow mixes of seeds or homeowners can use wildflower plug plants throughout areas where grasses are left to grow longer. This natural area can be a home to wildlife and an idyllic backdrop to a home. Most meadows only require a spring or summer and autumn cut to thrive and look good.

Ornamental grasses

Partition areas of the property for ornamental grasses to grow. The gardening resource Elemental Green says ornamental grasses tend to be drought-resistant and lowmaintenance. They won’t need much fertilizer and are often resistant to pests as well. Ornamental grasses grow in tufts or sprays and

will not require mowing. However, they are not ideal for areas that get foot traffic.

Moss

Moss can thrive in shady areas and ones where the soil tends to stay a bit damp. Moss is velvety soft and green, so it can mimic the look of a traditional lawn but won’t require mowing

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and other upkeep. Because it spreads quickly, moss can take over quite rapidly. You will need to protect areas where you do not want moss by creating barriers to stop spread.

Gravel

Stone and gravel areas can reduce maintenance in the landscape and require very little upkeep. When gravel is installed correctly, weeds may not grow readily. Gravel installation may include laying heavy-duty, semi-permeable landscape fabric, which is available in home improvement centers. Gravel is cheaper than pavers and can be just as beautiful.

Artificial turf

If the desired look is a lawn without all the upkeep, there are various artificial grass options on the market. Homeowners who opt for artificial turf can save money and space devoted to lawn mowers and other lawn tools. Grass may be ideal for some, but there are alternatives for people who have troublesome landscapes or desire a low-maintenance product for their homes.

Keeping Children Safe

It is important to pay attention to your children’s welfare when you begin home improvement projects. When remodeling, painting, or simply moving into a new home, substances may be present that potentially can be dangerous to children.

These simple steps, courtesy of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) can help you save children from environmental hazards in and around the home.

• Always store pesticides and other household chemicals out of children’s reach, preferably in a locked cabinet.

• Always read directions carefully because pesticide products, household cleaning products, and pet products can be dangerous or ineffective if too much or too little is used.

• Before applying household chemicals, remove children and their toys, as well as pets, from the area. Keep children and pets away until the substance has dried.

• If your use of pesticide

or other household chemical is interrupted (by a phone call, etc.), properly reclose the container and remove it from children’s reach. Always use household products in child-resistant packaging.

• Never transfer pesticides to other containers that children may associate with food or drink (like an empty juice container), and never place rodent or insect baits where small children can get to them.

• Wash children’s hands, bottles, pacifiers and toys often, and regularly clean floors, windowsills and other surfaces to reduce potential exposure to harmful contaminants.

• Get your child tested for lead as a safeguard.

• Inquire about lead hazards. When buying or renting a home or apartment built before 1978, the seller or landlord is now required to disclose known lead hazards.

• Keep power tools and other tools away from curious hands.

• Inhaled dust and debris can be as hazardous as some chemicals, especially for young, developing children.

6 Steps To Organize An Effective Home Office

Remote working has become popular in recent years, but the “workingfrom-home” economy bloomed exponentially as the world was forced to confront the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom, as of summer 2020, 42 percent of the United States labor force was working from home full-time.

The need for home office spaces has increased as more people work from home. Many people have retrofitted various spaces around their homes into areas to get work done. More organized home work spaces can increase productivity. Individuals can follow these guidelines to create effective, organized home offices.

Begin with the desk

The desk is the primary spot where work will take place. The right desk accessories can provide visual appeal and also serve practical purposes. Have cups for holding pens and pencils, baskets and bins for larger items, and store

whatever you can elsewhere so it does not lead to clutter on the desk. Store wireless printers in a cabinet or even on a bookshelf so it doesn’t take up real estate on the desk.

Create a printing station

While you’re moving that wireless printer elsewhere, designate a space to serve as the central printing hub. This way children who need to print assignments for school will know where to go as well. Printer supplies like extra ink cartridges and

printer paper can be kept in decorative storage boxes nearby.

Increase your shelving

Shelving can help keep items organized and off the desk in home offices without closets or drawers. Look for shelves that blend in with decor but are sturdy enough to be functional.

Organize paperwork

Figure out a system that works for you to help tidy up papers you choose to save. While some papers

can be scanned and stored as digital files, color-coded file folders can organize statements and other important documents. This makes it easy to find the folder you need when looking for certain documents.

Establish a charging station

Repurpose certain items, such as a desk organizer, into an easily accessible electronics charging station where phones and tablets can charge at one time.

Make essential binders

HGTV suggests making binders that can store the most important papers for easy access — even in an emergency. Set up a binder for automotive paperwork, including repair receipts, a medical binder where key medical records are kept, a binder for manuals for devices in the home, and one to store financial planning documents.

These organizational tips can help remedy common problems around a home office.

Did You Know?

Disinfecting garden tools can help ensure the longterm health of plants and vegetables. According to the University of Minnesota Extension, plant pathogens, including bacteria, fungi and viruses, cause diseases that can damage and even kill plants. These pathogens can be transferred to plants and infect them through bits of soil and plant debris that get stuck on common gardening tools, including shovels and pruners.

Pathogens are microscopic and invisible to the naked eye, which is why even tools that appear clean may still contain harmful substances on their surfaces that can prove lifethreatening to plants.

Disinfecting tools at the appropriate time, such as when the tools are being stored in fall or before using them in spring or after using them to remove infected plants, can prevent the damage caused by invisible pathogens. Avoid using strictly bleach to disinfect garden tools, as the UME notes that bleach corrodes

metal and can therefore render tools that require sharp edges ineffective. A homemade solution that’s nine parts water and one part bleach can be used to effectively clean shovels, spades and rakes.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) in concentrations of 70 percent or more can effectively disinfect surfaces for bacteria, fungi and viruses. Such a solution can be used to disinfect hand pruners and other small hand tools. Store-bought cleaners with an active ingredient that is .1 percent alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium saccharinate also can be effective when disinfecting small hand tools as well as small pots and saucers.

The Value Of Mulched

Leaves

Homeowners who don’t look forward to dusting off their rakes each fall might be happy to learn that mulching fallen leaves with a mower may be a healthier and less labor intensive way to confront a yard covered in leaves.

For 20 years, turfgrass specialists at Michigan State University studied how lawns reacted to having ground up leaves left on the lawn and the results were overwhelmingly positive. Researchers found that tiny pieces of mulched leaves eventually sifted down through the turf and provided the lawn with essential nutrients. Mulched leaves also served to control future weed growth by covering up bare spots between turf plants. Such spots typically provided openings for weed seeds to germinate and ultimately infect lawns. In fact, researchers found that mulching leaves for just three years could produce a nearly 100 percent decrease in dandelion and crabgrass growth. Homeowners with mulching mowers that also have bags can even help

The Different Ways To Repair A Driveway

Asphalt driveways do not last forever. Over time, weather and general usage can degrade the driveway surface, resulting in cracks, pitting and more. Ultraviolet rays, salt and automotive fluids also can affect the appearance and functionality of a driveway. An unsightly driveway can adversely affect curb appeal and resale potential.

Homeowners have to consider various factors when it comes to repairing driveways. They may have the option of getting the driveway resurfaced, resealed or repaved, and each project is unique.

Resurfacing

According to the home improvement price comparison site Kompare It, resurfacing is simpler and faster than installing a new asphalt driveway. With resurfacing, any cracks are filled in to create an even base. Then a new layer of

asphalt is applied over the existing one. That new layer can range in thickness from 1.5 to 3 inches. A heavy rolling machine will then smooth and flatten the layers together. If the driveway has minor pitting or cracking, then resurfacing can be a cost-effective strategy, as it may be a $3,000 to $6,000 job as opposed to $5,000 to $10,000 with repaving. Resealing Resealing a driveway, also

called sealcoating, is another repair strategy. HGTV says resealing can be a do-ityourself project. Resealing helps the driveway last longer.

The driveway needs to be clean and dry, with holes and cracks filled prior to sealcoating. Start at the far edge of the driveway and seal that area by “cuttingin” by hand for a neat edge. Afterward the rest of the driveway can be sealed using

a squeegee or broom. This project can be completed within two or three days if no precipitation is forecast.

Repaving

A project best left to professionals, repaving typically involves the removal of an existing driveway and the installation of a new one. The sub-grade layer is essential in the process for a smooth look.

Contractors also will assess soil and grading when doing work. The construction blog Main Infrastructure says the new asphalt driveway can vary in thickness between two and six inches, depending on budget and need. The contractor also can advise if full-depth asphalt application or an aggregate base is practical.

Assessing the condition of driveway can give homeowners a better idea about which type of repair project best suits their property.

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their gardens by alternating using the mower with and without the bag on once leaves begin to fall. When mowing with the bag on, mulched leaves can then be used as mulch in landscape beds and vegetable gardens.

Hiring A Contractor

It’s time to have some work done on the interior of your home, and this year, you’re not going to be able to do it yourself. You’re going to have to hire a contractor, but you’re hesitant about that. You’ve

heard all sorts of horror stories about people hiring the wrong contractor and getting burned. To ensure that doesn’t happen to you, here are some tips for hiring a contractor. Be leery of any contractor who solicits business by going door to door or offers discounts for referrals.

Ask family and friends for recommendations. Make a list of potential candidates and contact each of them. Explain what kind of work you would like to have done and let the contractor take it from there.

The best contractors will schedule an appointment with you as soon as possible.

They will show up on time to the appointment, and if for some reason they will be late or unable to make it, they will let you know. At each meeting, you should find out how long the contractor has been in business and what type of work they specialize in. You should also find out what their training and qualifications are, as well as if they have liability insurance. Don’t take their word for it that they have insurance. Ask to see proof.

You should question each contractor about the job in great detail. Find out if they have any suggestions about what materials will work best for the project and how long they expect the job to take. Make sure the work will be done in a timely manner and will not be spread out over a long period of time. This is especially important if you are having work done during a busy time of the season.

Finally, find out how the contractor would like to be paid. Steer clear of contractors who charge by the hour. The smallest of jobs can wind up costing you a fortune when you pay by the hour. Steer clear of all contractors who want a substantial down payment or all the money before the job is started. You may have to provide some money upfront, but you should never have to give more than 50% of the total.

Get a written estimate

from the contractor of the type and amount of work you need done. Be wary of low estimates. Some contractors will give a lowball estimate on purpose so you will choose them. Then after the job is completed, they will present you with a final bill that is considerably higher than the estimate. You will have to pay the bill or the contractor will impose a lien on your home.

Double-check that the estimate covers all of the pertinent details, such as the type of paint to be used, the number of coats to be done and the areas to be painted. Every contractor has a different policy, so find out who will be responsible for moving the furniture and taking down any wall decorations and make sure that is included in the estimate.

Don’t be pressured by any contractor for an immediate decision, and once you select one, don’t agree to let them use your job as a demonstration or use materials left over from another job. The quality of materials a contractor uses is important, so if they show up with a large unmarked pail of paint or roll of wallpaper, speak up and ask them not to use it. You have no idea what the quality of the materials is.

When hiring a contractor, selecting the lowest bidder may not be the wisest course of action. You want someone who is experienced, reliable and insured. Remember, you will be giving the contractor access to your home, so make sure you choose someone you can trust.

What To Know About Choosing Floor-To-Ceiling Windows

Modern homes showcase many dazzling features, but perhaps none draw as much as instant attention as floorto-ceiling windows. Often seen in high-rise apartments that boast panoramic city views, floor-to-ceiling windows also are right at home in single-family dwellings.

Homeowners considering floor-to-ceiling windows may have lots of questions.

The following rundown can provide some basic information that can help homeowners decide if floorto-ceiling windows are right for their homes.

Cost

Cost is often the primary consideration when mulling a home renovation, and that’s even more significant as the world confronts the rising costs associated with inflation. The cost of installing floor-to-ceiling windows depends on a host of variables, including how many windows will be needed and where homeowners live. According to Modernize®, a service that facilitates connections between renovation-minded homeowners and local contractors, a floor-toceiling window wall costs somewhere between $700 to $1,600 per linear foot.

Framing and glazing will add to those costs.

Homeowners considering floor-to-ceiling windows are urged to receive several estimates for the project prior to choosing a

contractor.

Lighting and energy efficiency

One of the more appealing

aspects of floor-to-ceiling windows is all the natural light they allow in. Of course, all that light also can drive up energy costs on

sunny summer days. One way around that is to install energy efficient windows. Such windows include extra insulation to prevent cool air from escaping the home on summer days, which can reduce the need to lower the thermostat on your air conditioning. A wall of glass also can provide less insulation against the cold. The extra insulation in energy efficient windows also helps keep warm air from escaping a home in the winter. Energy efficient windows may cost more than less efficient alternatives. However, over the long haul, a wall of less efficient floor-to-ceiling windows will likely cost more due to excess energy consumption.

Privacy and fading

It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the view floorto-ceiling windows provide, especially in homes surrounded by serene

natural settings like woods or properties that abut waterways. But that view outward also provides a view in, potentially compromising privacy. All that extra exposure to sunlight also can cause fabrics to fade over time. Floor-to-ceiling blinds and shades can protect homeowners’ privacy and reduce fading on furniture, but this extra feature will add to the final cost of the project. Smart window tinting is another way to improve privacy and reduce fading, but this feature also will drive up the cost.

Floor-to-ceiling windows can be awe-inspiring. Homeowners considering such windows for their homes are urged to do their homework to ensure their homes are well-suited to this unique feature.

Did You Know?

Prior to financing home improvement projects, homeowners typically consider a host of variables, including how significant a return they’re likely to get on their investment.

Though potential ROI is not the determining factor for most homeowners, the cost of home renovation projects is so significant that ROI certainly merits consideration. According to Remodeling magazine’s “2022 Cost vs. Value Report,” a garage door replacement recouped the highest percentage of homeowners’ initial investment in 2022. The average cost of such a project was $4,041 in 2022, and homeowners recouped roughly 93 percent of that investment at resale.

Did You Know?

Replacement projects perform better in resale value than other types of remodeling projects. Siding-, window- and door-replacement projects all recoup between 69 and 78 percent of their initial costs. Replacement projects perhaps recoup so much value because, with the exception of roofing projects, each of the projects examined in the report are priced at less than $19,000. Replacement projects also tend to rely heavily on durable, low-maintenance products, reducing the overall cost of the project while helping owners eventually regain more of their investment. In addition, replacement projects are known to instantly increase curb appeal, helping homeowners make a strong first impression with prospective buyers.

How To Care For Perennials Throughout The Year

Perennials can add color and vibrancy to any garden. One of the more desirable components of perennials is that they come back year after year, meaning homeowners do not have to invest in a gardenful of new flowers every year. That can add up to considerable savings. Perennials often form the foundation of beautiful gardens.

Annuals only grow for one season, produce seeds and then die. However, perennials die back to the ground every autumn and their roots survive the winter. So the plants reemerge in the spring, according to The Farmer’s Almanac. Some perennials are short-lived, meaning they will come back a few consecutive years; others will last for decades.

Though planted perennials require less maintenance than annuals, they are not completely maintenance-

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free. Certain care is needed to help perennials thrive, and that starts with the soil. In fact, soil is the single most important factor for growing healthy plants. Penn State Extension says most perennials grow ideally in well drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0. In addition, organic matter can improve soil texture and water-holding ability.

When including perennials in the garden, make sure you wait for the right time to plant them. The ideal time is during the spring or fall. Perennials come as container-grown perennials, which already have been established in the soil. Bareroot perennials are just roots that are often packed in peat moss. In order to plant bareroot perennials, soak the roots in water for several minutes before gently planting in the ground, indicates the how-to resource Tip Bulletin.

Perennials should be watered deeply, especially during the first growing

season. However, the soil should never be overly dry or wet. Most perennials do not need to be fertilized heavily. A single application in the spring typically is all that’s needed.

Care along the way can include deadheading spent flowers so that plants can use their energy on seed production and reblooming. Perennials should be divided when they grow large, every three to four years when the plants are not in bloom. Perennials produce fewer flowers or may look sickly when the time has passed to divide them. Early spring often is a good time to divide perennials, advises The Farmer’s Almanac.

A thick layer of mulch can help perennials to overwinter successfully. Perennials planted in containers will need to be transplanted into the garden before it gets cold because most containers cannot thoroughly insulate perennial roots.

Apart from these strategies, perennials pretty much take care of themselves. As long as sunlight requirements match plant needs, the perennials should thrive.

An Old Folk Art Form

What old folk art form once served as an inexpensive alternative to wallpaper and floor coverings? If you said stenciling, you would be correct. People would often cut scenes and objects of everyday life into paper, apply them to their walls or floors, and paint them.

Stenciling is still popular today, but is much more convenient thanks to advances in technology.

Unlike the paper stencils of yesterday which were easily torn, today’s stencils are made of plastic. You can buy stencils in almost any design and shape at various craft centers, or you can cut your own with a craft knife.

Along with the materials, the paint for stenciling has been updated. You no longer need to deal with drippy wall paint. Today you can buy small bottles of paint made specifically for stenciling. Thicker in texture, the paint is easier to work with. The brushes are circular in shape and work well for filling in tight areas of a pattern and controlling paint along curved edges.

Although today’s stenciling supplies make the job much easier than in the past,

they are no guarantee for perfection. For the best results, you need to do a dry run. Grab a scrap of wallboard, tape the stencil to it with painter’s tape and practice applying the paint, using these steps:

1. Get out a brush for each color you plan to use. This will prevent the mixing of colors.

2. Working with one color at a time, dab some paint onto a brush. Be careful not to get too much paint on the brush or it will run behind the stencil.

3. Apply paint to the surface by lightly tapping the end of the brush onto it.

4. Continue filling in areas of the stencil until color is complete.

5. Clean brush and start applying the next color.

6. Repeat steps 1-5 until the stencil is complete.

7. Clean the stencil while work dries.

Once you get a feel for the paint and brushes, you can apply the stencil to the wall or floor. Before you start, line up the stencil on the surface and mark it lightly with a pencil for placement later. Continue with this procedure until you have made your way around the room. Then tape the stencil to the surface and get busy.

Designing An Entertainment Room

It might not take a home theater to enjoy the big game with friends or fire up family movie night, but a spacious entertainment room can certainly enhance such experiences. That’s especially true when homeowners give considerable thought to designing entertainment rooms. Film buffs and sports fans may have different notions of the ideal entertainment room, but the following are three design features that merit consideration by all looking to upgrade their entertainment spaces.

1. Screen

It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer abundance of options when choosing a screen for an entertainment room. Televisions have long been a goto choice, but projector screens merit consideration as well. If the room will be devoted exclusively to entertainment, then a television or a fixed projector screen might be homeowners’ best bets. Fixed projector screens are installed on the wall and projectors are typically hung from the ceiling. Semi-fixed projector

screens provide a similar viewing experience but can be pulled down or retracted when residents are not watching a movie. Semifixed can even be installed in front of a television so residents can stream a movie on the projector and then watch television through a cable box when it isn’t movie night. Projectors often provide much bigger screens for a fraction of the cost of equally sized televisions. However, sports fans may prefer televisions, as live streaming sports has not yet caught up to streaming movies and TV shows in terms of reliability or even availability. As a result, many sporting events remain available via cable television only, while even those that can be streamed tend to have a few hiccups during the game.

2. Sound

Though televisions and projectors tend to come with built-in audio, the

quality of that sound often leaves much to be desired.

So homeowners will want to choose a sound system that provides theater-quality sound. If the room is being renovated from scratch, such as a full basement remodel, installing speakers in the ceiling can create a genuine theater experience. Ceiling speakers also can be installed in existing rooms, though that will likely cost more and extend the time it takes to complete the project. Surround sound is a must in any entertainment room. Homeowners worried about wires need not fret, as modern wireless surround sound systems are available at many different price points. Some systems are better suited to small rooms than others, so homeowners should measure the room and choose a system that best suits its dimensions.

3. Seating

Whether you’re using the space to watch the big game

or fire up the latest blockbuster (or both), chances are you’re going to be spending considerable time sitting in your new entertainment room. A modular sofa might be ideal, as it can be reconfigured depending on what you’re watching and how many people are watching along with you. Comfort is indeed important, but you’ll also want seating that provides ample support so you aren’t battling any aches and pains once you leave the room. That support also can keep residents and guests from dozing off.

Everyone has their own ideas on what makes the ideal entertainment space. But sports fans, movie buffs and others can all agree that an entertainment room worthy of the big game or the latest blockbuster has a sizable screen, pristine sound and comfortable seats.

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