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PENGUIN PLUNGE

The Humane Society of Harrisburg Area (HSHA) will hold its 22nd annual Penguin Plunge on New Year’s Day, Tuesday, Jan. 1, at Harrisburg’s City Island on the beachfront. Registration will begin at 10 a.m. At noon, participants will plunge into the Susquehanna River.

People may participate as individuals or in teams. Anyone who does not want to venture into the water may participate by donating. Proceeds will support homeless animals of central Pennsylvania. The fundraising goal for the Penguin Plunge is $30,000. For more information and to register or donate, readers may visit www.humanesocietyhbg.org.

Information about the HSHA is also available by calling 717-564-3320.

FOOD, BOOK DRIVE

will partner with Bethesda Mission during its fall food drive. The public may stop by any of the library system’s eight locations to donate nonperishable food items that will be used to feed individuals and families in the community. A list of suggested food drive donations can be found at www.dcls.org/givingtuesday. In addition to the Bethesda Mission Food Drive, the library system will collect new books that will be distributed to the individuals and families in the community through library outreach activities, MARCO visits, and Community Collections. Books for readers of all ages will be accepted, but books for children are especially appreciated. Donations of food and new books will be accepted through Friday, Dec. 21. To learn more about the Dauphin County Library System, readers may visit www.dcls.org.

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Some of Middletown Area School District’s gifted program students are participating in the 2019 Spotted Lanternfly Awareness Calendar Contest hosted by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. The purpose of the contest is to educate students and their families about the importance of inspecting items prior to leaving the quarantine area. For the contest, students created posters featuring drawings of the insect and facts and other resources to raise awareness.

As part of the project, the students learned about the spotted lanternfly, which is an invasive species in Pennsylvania. The insect originally came from Asia and is thought to have traveled by means of imported trees. The students were surprised to learn that the spotted lanternfly’s wings are not used for flying because the insect is actually a hopper. The insects travel by hopping See Poster Contest pg 6

Teacher Trevor Davis (standing) helped Reece Young learn about the spotted lanternfly.

Middletown Area School District students (from left) Addison Mowl, Strummer Woodworth, and Reece Young displayed their posters providing information about the spotted lanternfly.

New Year’s Day Ride To Support Veterans

By Chelsea Peifer

When Tyler Stumpf, Billy Hecht, and a few of their friends from the Mount Joy American Legion got together 10 years ago to plan and host a New Year’s Day motorcycle ride to raise funds to support local veterans, they had no idea how far-reaching the event would grow to be. “We thought maybe it’d be one or two years,” recalled Stumpf.

Instead, what started out as a fundraiser with 11 riders in year one has grown to more than 450 participants.

Some folks travel from as far as Philadelphia, Baltimore, the Poconos, and Philipsburg for the ride, and each year a prize is given to the rider who wins the Long Distance Award for making the longest trek to participate.

Perhaps a less-coveted prize is that of being named Baby New Year. Each year, one lucky - or possibly unlucky designee rides the entire first chilly See Motorcycle Ride pg 11

Mount Joy American Legion members (from left) Tyler Stumpf, Nicole Tipping, Billy Hecht, and Roland Geib invite the community to a motorcycle ride on New Year’s Day, followed by a hearty pork and sauerkraut meal. Proceeds from the 10th annual event will support the Lebanon VA Medical Center.

HCPAC Sets Auditions The Harrisburg Christian Performing Arts Center (HCPAC), 1000 S. Eisenhower Blvd., Middletown, will hold auditions for the musical “Murder at Crimson House.” Open auditions for performers in fifth through 12th grades will take place on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019, at 9:30 a.m.; Tuesday, Jan. 8, at 6:30 p.m.; and Thursday, Jan. 10, at 6:30 p.m.

Performers should plan on attending one of the three audition dates, when they will act, sing and dance to scenes from the show. There is no need to prepare anything for the audition. All youths who audition will be cast in the show. A limited number of adults will also be cast. Performances will take place on Friday to Sunday, March 15 to 17.

Ted Williams will direct the musical.

Williams has been active on various stages since 1995, both as an actor and See HCPAC Auditions pg 11

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1 Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown, will host two support groups. The Dementia Caregiver Support and Education Group meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 18, will be a potluck social. The group meets every third Tuesday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., and there is no cost to attend. Also, the monthly Bereavement Support Group will meet on Thursday, Dec. 20. This group meets every third Thursday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Refreshments are served, and there is no cost to attend. For more information, call 717-367-1121.

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Middeltown Falls In PIAA Title Tilt With Aliquippa

by Eric Pyles

The 2018 Middletown football season will go down in the history books.

The Blue Raiders joined a short list of teams to qualify for three straight PIAA title games while also joining an even smaller list of teams to miss out on three straight PIAA titles. This year’s 35-0 defeat to Aliquippa not only sent Middletown home with another 3A runner-up trophy it marked the third straight loss to a District 7 team for the Blue Raiders. In 2016 it was a 30-13 loss to Beaver Falls that prevented Middletown’s first title while in 2017 the 3A crown went to Quaker Valley after the Quakers’ 41-24 win.

Despite the setback head coach Brett Myers was quick to praise a senior class that went 41-4 during the impressive three-year run.

“Three years ago, if someone had said this group would be playing in the state finals nobody would believe it,” stated Myers. “They bought into the program and they worked, and worked and worked and they willed themselves to get here.”

That hard work had the Blue Raiders within a touchdown of the Quips until the flood gates opened roughly midway through the third quarter. Until that point it was a 7-0 game with the Middletown defense forcing three turnovers and two

punts, playing otherwise stellar save for a lone first half Aliquippa possession. On that possession the Quips covered 80 yards on 10 plays with the highlight being William Gipson’s fake punt scramble that turned a three and out into an eventual 7-0 lead.

Middletown was able to keep Aliquippa’s other first half offensive advances at bay thanks to interceptions by Joseph Trayvon and Lamar Ventura, an Antonio Bryant fumble recovery plus good old fashion defense that forced a punt, shutting down a 10-play drive.

That defensive muscle thwarted the Quips offensive advances but the Blue Raiders offense met much

the same challenge trying to take advantage of those opportunities.

In fact, of Middletown’s six first half possessions, four ended in punts.

The other two drives did take Middletown deep into Aliquippa territory but the Blue Raiders came away empty after a turnover on downs and a missed 30-yard field goal that ended the first half.

There was some good Middletown news in the first half. Jose Lopez managed to churn out 127 of his team high 146 yards, becoming Middletown’s all-time career rushing king. “Shouldn’t downplay that,” said Myers. “It is an amazing thing for a junior to break a rushing record and to do it in the state finals, that is

really impressive.”

The second half started well for Middletown with the defense forcing another Quip punt but things started to come unraveled on that Blue Raider possession. Two penalties helped flip a manageable third and seven into a punt on fourth and 18.

Two flashes of misfortune for Middletown later and Aliquippa had stretched their lead to 14-0, opening the flood gates in the process.

Those flashes of misfortune came on back-to-back plays right before the Quips’ second score. With Aliquippa backed up and facing second and 14 from their own 41, Eli Kosanovich hit MJ Devonshire for a short gain.

Devonshire appeared to fumble, with

Middletown recovering, but officials ruled Devonshire down before the fumble. On the very next play Aliquippa picked up 21 yards when Kosanovich hit Deoveon Crute with the pass traveling just over the fingers of a leaping Middletown defender.

Avante McKenzie took it from there covering the final 35 yards for his second TD and a 14-0 game with 6:40 remaining in the third quarter.

With the flood gates wide open, the game quickly slipped away from Middletown. Another Blue Raider three and out put the ball back in Aliquippa’s hands. The Quips produced their third 10-play drive of the game, this one ending in a one-yard McKenzie plunge with

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Raiders Gage Radabaugh (40), Richard Sykes (2) and Antonio Bryant (21) zero in on Aliquippa’s Avante Mckenzie during last Saturday’s PIAA final.

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Blue Raider captains Scott Ash (19), Cole Senior (62), Gage Radabaugh (40) and Joseph Gusler (50) display the PIAA Class AAA Runner-Up Trophy after last Saturday’s championship final against Aliquippa.

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Raiders Adonis Taveras (9), Joseph Gusler (50), Cole Senior (62), Richard Sykes (2), Trayvon Joseph Morgan Billman (75) leads Jose Lopez-Quinones through the hole during the Raiders’ PIAA Class (5) and Gage Radabaugh (40) gang up on Aliquippa running back Xavier Harvey during last 3A championship battle with Aliquippa last Saturday in Hersheypark Stadium.

Saturday’s PIAA Class AAA championship final at Hersheypark Stadium.

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Another stalled Middletown drive ended in a punt with this one bouncing into the end zone for a touchback. Twenty-one seconds later, McKenzie had covered the 80

yards of field for a 28-0 Quip lead just one play into the fourth quarter. The game continued to spiral on the ensuing kickoff with a Middletown fumble ending up in the hands of Aliquippa’s Solomon

Chinua. The Quips needed eight plays to cover 29 yards but they did so with Kosanovich hitting a falling down Gevod Tyson for an eight-yard score. The successful PAT kick made it 35-0 and kicked in the mercy rule

running clock with 7:43 remaining in the contest.

Looking back on a third straight runner-up finish, Myers said, “You play a team that good and they make mistakes, make a bunch of mistakes, and when you don’t capitalize on those this is what happens. It was a close game, a competitive game and some things went their way and it got away from us a little bit.”

With the runner-up finish, the Blue Raiders end 2018 with a 13-2 mark after back-to-back 14-1 campaigns.

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Middletown’s Ethan Miller blows past Aliquippa blocker Melvin Redd in the PIAA championship final last Saturday.

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Middletown’s Joseph Gusler spars with Aliquippa’s Elijah Mike along the line of scrimmage during the PIAA Class AAA final in Hershey last Saturday.

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Antonio Bryant eludes Aliquippa’s Larry Walker on a carry in last Saturday’s PIAA championship game in Hersheypark Stadium.

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Collin Heffner (66) and Lamar Ventura wrap up Aliquippa’s MJ Devonshire for a loss in last Raider quarterback Scott Ash releases a pass over Aliquippa’s Karl McBride during last Saturday’s Saturday’s PIAA championship meeting in Hershey.

PIAA championship final in Hershey.

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Hurd will be among the local and regional artists exhibiting original wares at the 2018 Christmas Folk Art Show at the Manheim Historical Society Railroad Station, 210 S. Charlotte St., Manheim. The annual show is set to take place from 3 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 14, and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15. Admission is free, and complimentary holiday refreshments will be available.

In addition to Hurd, the exhibitors and their crafts will include Cynthia Baker, handwoven

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textiles, felt hats, and wool applique; Dan Barthold, pen and ink illustrations; Mike Brown, paper mache and chalkware folk art; Madeline Erickson, German stars and feather trees; Bob and Sally Hughes, pottery; P.J. Rankin Hults, folk painted paper cutting; Jim Murphy, painted furniture; Judy Perilstein, handcrafted vintage antique button jewelry; Ed and Lois Pfoutz, primitive wild fowl carvings; and Doug Shaw, wood carvings.

Many of the artists have devoted followers who faithfully seek out the one-of-a-kind, original pieces that are available at the annual show. Last year’s show drew people from seven states, and Shaw recalled a long line stretching down the block on opening day as folks waited for the doors to open. “It was miserably cold out, but they were glad to wait,” Shaw remarked.

Ed Pfoutz, who organized the inaugural show back in 1996 with the late Jack Ritter, said that although the show itself cannot expand due to the space limitations of the railroad station, attendance continues to soar higher and higher each year. “We had no idea it would keep going this long. It was just something that we wanted to try,” shared Pfoutz, who creates carvings primarily out of reclaimed wood. A duck hunter, Pfoutz began dabbling in wood carving as a way to save money on expensive duck decoys by making his own, and he later branched out into fine art as well. His wife, Lois, helps with

painting. “She’s also my inspiration,” Pfoutz noted. Wooden geese, crows, and ravens are some of the Pfoutzes’ bestsellers, and the couple will be introducing angels made from driftwood at this year’s show.

The show’s organizers and exhibitors consider the railroad station, which was originally constructed in 1881 and renovated in recent years by the Manheim Historical Society, to be an ideal setting for the event, describing the atmosphere as warm and friendly.

In addition to perusing the art show, attendees may purchase freshly roasted peanuts outside the station, where an old Manheim peanut oven will be in operation.

The Manheim Historical Society museum and the model railroad display located adjacent to the railroad station will be open to the public, as well as Stiegel Glassworks 1976, located at the rear of the railroad station. Glassblowing demonstrations will take place at Stiegel, and a variety of handcrafted glass will be available to purchase.

For more details on the Christmas Folk Art Show, readers may call Jim Murphy at 717-584-5576.

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Artists including (from left) Doug Shaw, Dan Barthold, Karen Hurd, Mike Brown, Lois Pfoutz, and Ed Pfoutz will exhibit work at the 2018 Christmas Folk Art Show at the Manheim Historical Society Railroad Station on Dec. 14 and 15. Admission is free.

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Museum Posts Holiday Hours The National Civil War Museum, 1 Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park, Harrisburg, has announced its holiday hours for December and January. The museum will close early at 2 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 24, and will be closed for the entire day on Tuesday, Dec. 25, and

Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019.

The museum’s newest exhibit, “The Business of War,” will open in January. For a complete list of events and schedule updates at the museum, readers may visit www.national civilwarmuseum.org or call 717-260-1861.

University, High School Announce Agreement Immaculata University and Bishop McDevitt High School in Harrisburg have entered into an agreement that guarantees admission to Immaculata for qualifying students graduating from Bishop McDevitt. To recognize the academic accomplishments of these graduates, Immaculata will provide academic merit scholarships

for qualifying students.

The guaranteed admission program and the merit scholarship are effective for students entering college in the fall of 2019 and spring of 2020. Students must be admitted as full-time, first-time students with a GPA of at least 2.5 and a combined SAT score of 990. They must also meet other

application requirements.

The merit scholarships, worth a minimum of $9,000, will be renewable for three additional consecutive years of full-time status provided a benchmark GPA is maintained. Bishop McDevitt students who earn a higher GPA and SAT score may qualify for a higher amount of aid. In addition to

this merit scholarship, all Catholic high school students will receive a Catholic School Grant for $2,000, renewable for three additional consecutive years of full-time status.

Thirty-eight percent of Immaculata’s undergraduate, traditional-age students graduate from Catholic high schools.

US Lacrosse Hall Of Fame Inductees Named

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The Central Pennsylvania Chapter of US Lacrosse recently announced the 2019 Hall of Fame class. Inductees will be honored at the event dinner at 5:30 p.m. at the Radisson Hotel Harrisburg, 1150 Camp Hill Bypass, Camp Hill, on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019. The event will feature keynote speaker Missy Doherty, Penn State lacrosse coach, and master of ceremonies Grace Grill from High School Sports Live. The inductees are Carol Cantele, Gettysburg College; George Gonzales, Harrisburg Academy Athletics; and Mary Ann Smeltz, 1975 U.S. Women’s Touring Team.

The event is open to the public.

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was a second-team Keystone Division All-Star last season in basketball and was a two-time second-team Keystone Division All-Star in volleyball. She will attend Lincoln Memorial University, where she will major in exercise science and play basketball.

Audrey Domovich, daughter of Andy and Linda Domovich, plays field hockey and lacrosse for Lower Dauphin. She is a captain on the field hockey team and was a firstteam Mid-Penn All-Star the past two years. She also was named to the all-state first team and was a national academic award winner last year. She will continue her field hockey career at William & Mary, where she will major in biology on a premed track.

Maddie Gaughan, daughter of Jim and Susan Gaughan, earned

GEARS Announces Winter/Spring Activities Greater Elizabethtown Area Recreation and Community Services (GEARS) has put together a variety of programs and activities for people of all ages for winter/spring 2019. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. To register, readers may call the GEARS office at 717367-0355 or visit www.getintogears.org.

Fees apply unless otherwise specified.

Interested people may register online 24/7 for a nominal fee or by mail to GEARS, 600 E. High St., Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Walk-ins may drop by the office, located on the lower level of Elizabethtown Area Middle School. Sign-up forms may be faxed to 717-367-4138.

(grades four to six, B). Middle School Gym. Harry Potter Half Day - Ages 6 to 13.

Thursday, March 7, 1 to 4 p.m. Rec Room 2.

Babysitters Training - Age 11 and up.

Saturday and Sunday, March 9 and 10, 1 to 6 p.m. Rec Room 2.

Beginner Quick Start Tennis - Ages 7 to 10. Tuesdays, May 7 to June 4, 6 to 6:50 p.m. High School Tennis Courts.

Intermediate Quick Start Tennis - Ages 11 to 13. Tuesdays, May 7 to June 4, 7 to 8 p.m.

High School Tennis Courts.

G i r l s ’ L a c ro s s e C l u b - Grades five to eight. Mondays to Fridays, March 11 to May 10. Parents’ meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 22, at 6:30 p.m., High School LGI Room.

Strictly Skills Basketball - Grades four to six, for girls and boys. Tuesdays, March 26 to April 30, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Bear Creek School Gym. Pond Fishing for Beginners - All ages; over age 16 must have Pennsylvania Fishing License. Saturday, May 18, 6 to 8 p.m.

Rain date is May 19.

Trail Riding - Age 6 and up, weight limit of 250 pounds. Wednesdays, April 17 (Session I), May 1 (Session II), May 15 (Session III), 5 to 6 p.m. Ironstone Ranch.

Preschool Gym Bears - Ages 3 to 5. Thursdays, Jan. 31 to March 14 (Session I), April 4 to May 16 (Session II), 5:15 to 6 p.m. (A), 6 to 6:45 p.m. (B). Community Center Gym. Iddy Biddy Soccer - Ages 3 to 5. Saturdays, April 6 to May 18, except April 20, 9 to 10 a.m. (A), 10 to 11 a.m. (B). Fairview Field 2.

Iddy Biddy Indoor Soccer - Ages 3 to 5.

Saturdays, Feb. 2 to March 23, except March 2 and March 9, 9 to 10 a.m. Community Center Gym. Dance Iddy Biddy Quick Start Tennis - Ages 4 to Mommy & Me Class - Ages 2 and 3.

6. Tuesdays, May 7 to June 4, 5:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 22 to Feb. 26 (Session I), High School Tennis Courts.

March 19 to April 23 (Session II), 5 to 5:45 p.m. Community Center Lobby.

Irish Dance - Ages 7 to 9. Wednesdays, Youth/Teen Pokemon/YuGiOh League - Grades one Jan. 23 to Feb. 27 (Session I), March 20 to to 10. Thursdays, Jan. 3 to Feb. 21 (Session April 24 (Session II), 6 to 6:45 p.m. ComI), March 14 to May 9, except April 18 munity Center Lobby.

Discover Dance - Ages 3 to 6. Tuesdays, (Session II), 6 to 7:30 p.m. Rec Room 2.

French for Beginners - Ages 9 to 16. Jan. 22 to Feb. 26 (Session I), March 19 to Wednesdays, Jan. 23 to Feb. 27 (Session I), March 20 to April 24 (Session II), 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Rec Room 2.

Youth Indoor Soccer - Grades one to three. Saturdays, Feb. 2 to March 23, except March 2 and 9, 10 to 11 a.m. (A), 11 a.m. to noon (B). Community Center Gym. Youth Soccer Program - Grades one to three. Saturdays, April 6 to May 18, except April 20, 9 to 10:30 a.m. Fairview Field 3.

Gymnastics - Ages 6 to 14. Thursdays, Jan. 31 to March 14 (Session I), April 4 to May 16 (Session II), 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. (beginner, A), 7:45 to 8:45 p.m. (intermediate/advanced, B). Community Center Gym. Middle School Boys’ Volleyball Program Grades five to eight. Mondays and Thursdays, March 4 to April 25, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Bear Creek Gym. Indoor Field Hockey Clinic - Grades one to six. Saturdays, Feb. 2 to March 9, 1 to 2 p.m. (grades one to three, A), 2 to 3 p.m.

April 23 (Session II), 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. (ages 3 and 4, Class A), 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. (ages 5 and 6, Class B). Community Center Lobby.

Fundamentals of Dance - Ages 7 to 9.

Wednesdays, Jan. 23 to Feb. 27 (Session I), March 20 to April 24 (Session II), 6:45 to 7:30 p.m. Community Center Lobby.

Aquatics P a r e n t a n d C h i l d A q u a t i c s - Ages 6 months to 3 years. Saturdays, Jan. 5 to Feb. 23 (Session I), March 16 to May 11, except April 20 (Session II), 8:30 to 9 a.m. (6 months to 2 years, Class A), 9 to 9:30 a.m. (ages 2 and 3, Class B). Masonic Village Patton Pool.

Learn to Swim - Age 4 and up. Saturdays, Jan. 5 to Feb. 23 (Session I), March 16 to May 11, except April 20 (Session II), 9:45 to 10:15 a.m. (Level I, ages 4 and 5, A), 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. (Level II, ages 4 and 5, B), 11 to 11:30 a.m. (Level I, C), 11:30 a.m. to noon (Level II, D), noon to 12:40 p.m. (Level III/IV/V, E).

Masonic Village Patton Pool.

she was named to the NFHCA all-academic squad. She will continue her education and field hockey career at Shippensburg University, where she will major in biology.

Andrew Burkhardt, son of Michelle and Paul Burkhardt, plays club soccer. He will attend Temple University, where he will study marketing and continue his soccer career.

Ally Townsend, daughter of Lori and Tom Townsend, plays volleyball and is a three-time first-team Mid-Penn All-Star and was all-state in her junior year.

She will continue her volleyball career at Towson University, where she will major in psychology and business.

Pictured on front: Eight Lower Dauphin High School studentathletes announced their college decisions on Nov. 14.

Aquacise - Age 16 and up. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 3 to Feb. 19 (Session I), March 5 to April 18 (Session II), May 2 to June 18 (Session III), 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Masonic Village Patton Pool.

Water Aerobics - Age 16 and up. Mondays and/or Wednesdays, March 11 to May 15, 7:15 to 8 p.m. Masonic Village Patton Pool.

Aqua Yoga - Age 14 and up. Tuesdays and/or Thursdays, Jan. 8 to Feb. 14 (Session I), March 5 to April 11 (Session II), April 30 to June 6 (Session III), 6 to 6:45 p.m. (A), 7 to 7:45 p.m. (B). Masonic Village Patton Pool.

Deep Water Workout - Age 14 and up.

Tuesdays and/or Thursdays, March 12 to May 16, 7:15 to 8 p.m. Masonic Village Patton Pool.

Splash Bash - Fridays, Jan. 25, Feb. 22, March 22, April 12, May 10, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Masonic Village Patton Pool.

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification - Age 15 and up. Sundays, April 7 to May 5, except April 21, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Masonic Village Patton Pool.

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Eight Lower Dauphin High School student-athletes announced their college decisions at an early commitment day ceremony in the school cafeteria on Nov. 14.

Ryan Kutz, son of Eric and Meg Kutz, is a four-year member of the baseball and football teams. He was a first-team MidPenn All-Star last season in baseball and was a two-time firstteam Keystone Division All-Star.

He was also a two-time firstteam Keystone Division punter in football. He will continue his baseball career at Davidson College and study biology on a premed track.

Grace Day, daughter of Steve and Michelle Day, is a three-year varsity starter on the girls’ basketball and volleyball teams. She

second-team all-state honors last year in field hockey and is a twotime Mid-Penn and Keystone Division All-Star. She will attend the University of Maryland, where she will major in speech and hearing sciences and play field hockey.

Caitlin Holland, daughter of Eric and Kelly Holland, plays field hockey and lacrosse at Lower Dauphin and also plays club field hockey.

She was a first-team Mid-Penn Conference All-Star in field hockey and was a three-time NIT champion and a two-time festival champion. She will continue her field hockey career at Kent State University and major in exercise science and pre-occupational/physical therapy.

Katie Nalesnik, daughter of Lynn Sassaman and Matt Nalesnik, is a three-time varsity letter winner in field hockey and lacrosse for Lower Dauphin, and

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Fitness Spin & Sculpt - Age 16 and up. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 8 to Feb. 28 (Session I), March 12 to May 2 (Session II), 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. (A), 7 to 8 p.m. (B). Rec Room 1.

Zumba Gold - Age 14 and up. Mondays, Jan. 7 to March 4 (Session I), March 25 to May 20 (Session II), 6 to 6:45 p.m.

Masonic Village Memorial Hall Gym. Power Yoga - Age 16 and up. Tuesdays, Jan. 8 to March 12 (Session I), March 26 to May 28 (Session II), 6 to 7 p.m.

Masonic Village Carpenter Chapel.

Hatha Flow Yoga - Age 14 and up. Mondays and/or Wednesdays, Jan. 7 to March 6 (Session I), March 18 to May 15 (Session II), 6 to 7 p.m. Masonic Village Carpenter Chapel.

POUND - Age 14 and up. Tuesdays, Jan. 8 to March 12 (Session I), March 26 to May 28 (Session II), 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Masonic Village Memorial Hall Gym. Tai Chi - Age 16 and up. Tuesdays, Jan. 15 to March 19 (Session I), April 9 to June 11 (Session II), 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (introduction), 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. (advanced).

Rheems Elementary School.

Gentle/Beginner Yoga - Age 14 and up. Thursdays, Jan. 10 to March 7 (Session I), March 28 to May 23 (Session II), 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Masonic Village Lodge Meeting Room.

Zumba - Age 14 and up. Wednesdays, Jan. 9 to March 6 (Session I), March 20 to May 15 (Session II), 6 to 7 p.m. Masonic Village Memorial Hall Gym. Vinyasa Yoga - Age 14 and up. Thursdays, Jan. 10 to March 7 (Session I), March 28 to May 23 (Session II), 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Masonic Village Lodge Meeting Room.

Buns, Guns & Cardio - Age 14 and up.

Thursdays, Jan. 10 to Feb. 28 (Session I), March 14 to May 9, except April 4 (Session II), 7 to 7:45 p.m. Masonic Village Memorial Hall Gym. Walking - All ages. Mondays through Fridays, Jan. 2 to May 31, except April 19 and May 27, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Free. Registration required. Community Center Gym.

Athletics Moo-Duk-Kwan Karate - Age 6 and up.

Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, Jan. 3 to 31 (Session I); Feb. 4 to 28 (Session II); March 4 to 28 (Session III); April 1 to 30 (Session IV); May 2 to 30, except May 27 (Session V), 6 to 7:30 p.m. Middle School Wrestling Room.

Badminton - All ages. Jan. 2 to May 31, except April 19, on Wednesdays, noon to 2 p.m. and Fridays, 6 to 9 p.m. Community Center Gym. Pickle-Ball - All ages. Tuesdays, Jan. 8 to May 28, noon to 2 p.m. Community Center Gym. Power Volleyball - High-schoolers and adults. Fridays, Jan. 4 to May 17, except April 19, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Middle School Auxiliary Gym.

Leagues & Tournaments Coed Sixes Volleyball League - Tenmatch season with playoffs. Mondays and Tuesdays, Feb. 11 to mid-April, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. High School Gyms.

Doubles Volleyball Tournament - Indoor two-person pool play. Saturday, Feb. 23 (men and women), and Sunday, Feb. 24 (coed), 8:30 a.m. Daubert Gym/Old High School Gym/Middle School Gym. C o r n h o l e L e a g u e - June to August.

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“Spring Mix” Golf Tournament - Fourperson teams. Friday, April 26, shotgun start at 1 p.m. Sunset Golf Course. Benefits the GEARS Summer Playground Program.

Cornhole Tournament - Two person, double elimination. Saturday, May 18, noon.

Elizabethtown Fairgrounds. Rain location: Memorial Hall at Elizabethtown Fairgrounds.

Continuing Education Pinnacle Cup Team Match Play AARP Driver Safety Program - Age 50 Championship - Monday, June 10. Royal and up. Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2 to 6 p.m. Manchester Golf Links.

Senior Center.

Smart Driver - Age 50 and up. Tuesday Trips and Wednesday, Feb. 26 and 27, 2 to 6 p.m.

P h i l a d e l p h i a F l o w e r S h o w - Friday, Senior Center.

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Winter Wellness - Tuesday, Jan. 15, 7 Cherry Blossoms in Washington, D.C. to 8 p.m. Rec Room 2.

Saturday, April 13, 2019.

Home Wellness - Tuesday, March 12, 7 Springtime in NYC - a day on your own to 8 p.m. Rec Room 2.

- Saturday, April 27, 2019.

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Sunday, December 16th • 11am-2pm Meal includes: Chicken & Waffles, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable, Dessert & Drink

Blue Mountain Elk Mountain Hidden Valley Roundtop/Liberty/Whitetail Seven Springs Shawnee Mountain Elizabethtown Area Senior Center The senior center is open on Mondays through Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Fridays from 5 to 11 p.m. Those over 60 may visit www.etownareaseniorcenter.org or call 717-367-7984 to learn more.

Bingo for Bucks - First Wednesday of each month, 1:30 p.m.

Pinochle Club - Mondays and Thursdays, noon.

Wii Bowling - Wednesdays, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Bible Study - Fridays, 10 a.m.

Walk With Ease - Arthritis Foundation Program. Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, Jan. 7 to Feb. 14, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

To enroll, call the Lancaster County Office of Aging at 717-299-7979.

Gift Basket Bingo - Saturday, March 16, 2 p.m. Doors open at noon.

Beginner Ukulele - Second and fourth Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m.

U k u l e l e B a n d - Second and fourth Wednesdays, 2 p.m.

Additional Community Services/Special Events Holiday Toy Train Display - The Train Guys at Elizabethtown Public Library and Masonic Village Model Railroad Club at Masonic Village.

Beltone Hearing Service Center Fourth Monday of each month, 9 to 11 a.m. Community Center.

Conewago Rod and Gun Club - Winter trap shooting: Wednesdays from 9 to 11 a.m., Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m. (closed from Nov. 22, 2018, and reopening on March 7, 2019), and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon.

Boys’ Lacrosse Club - Grades three to eight. Register starting Jan. 2, 2019, at www.etownyouthlax.org.

Elizabethtown Area HUB - Many services available. Call 717-361-1307 or email elizabethtownhub@gmail.com.

12th Annual Daddy/Daughter Dance Friday, Feb. 8, 5 to 6:30 p.m. (A), 7 to 8:30 p.m. (B). Masonic Village Salon 1.

Mother/Son Bowling Blast - Saturday, March 2, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Clearview Bowling Lanes.

Mommy & Me Tea Party - Saturday, March 23, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Masonic Village Lodge Dining Room.

Eggstravaganza - Children age 12 and under. Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m. Elizabethtown Community Park.

Mother/Daughter Unicorn Craft Night Recommended for ages 5 to 10. Friday, May 10, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Community Center.

L a d y B e a r F o o t b a l l C l a s s i c - Friday, May 17. Sophomores vs. freshmen at 6 p.m. Seniors vs. juniors at 7:30 p.m.

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Medicare Madness: Intro to Medicare Wednesdays, Jan. 23 (Session I), March 20 (Session II), May 15 (Session III), 6 to 8 p.m.

Rec Room 2.

Teen Safe Driving - Wednesday, March 13 (Session I), May 8 (Session II), 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Rec Room 2.

Canine Fast Track Basic Obedience Dogs must be at least 3 months old; handlers must be 16 years old and up. Tuesdays, April 9 to 30, 7 to 8 p.m. Elizabethtown Fairgrounds.

Canine Rally/Manner Class - Handlers must be age 16 and up. Tuesdays, April 9 to 30, 8 to 9 p.m. Elizabethtown Fairgrounds.

onto things like the bottom of cars. Because they hop rather than fly, it is possible to quarantine them to limit their spreading.

The students also learned how community members may help to stop the spread of the spotted lanternfly. Local residents are advised to check their vehicles and belongings when exiting an area where the insect is present. Additionally, the students discovered

that hydrogen peroxide, hand sanitizer, and other substances can kill the spotted lanternfly. People should also report any findings of the bug and include the location where it was found so it can be relocated to a quarantine area.

The teachers leading the poster project were Cindy Harbeson and Trevor Davis.

Zoe Handwerk created a poster.

Masonic Village Masonic Village offers programs for members and nonmembers. To register for classes for January through May, readers may call the Baird Wellness Center at 717-361-5699.

Aqua Dynamics - Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Jan. 2 to Feb. 20 (Session I), March 1 to April 19 (Session II), April 29 to June 19, except May 27 (Session III), 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. Patton Pool.

Water Walking - Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Jan. 2 to Feb. 20 (Session I), March 1 to April 19 (Session II), April 29 to June 19, except May 27 (Session III), 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Patton Pool.

Wave Runners - Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Jan. 2 to Feb. 20 (Session I), March 1 to April 19 (Session II), April 29 to June 19, except May 27 (Session III), 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Patton Pool.

H.I.I.T. - Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 3 to Feb. 19 (Session I), March 5 to April 18 (Session II), May 2 to June 18 (Session III), 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. Patton Pool.

Aqua Fit - Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 3 to Feb. 19 (Session I), March 5 to April 18 (Session II), May 2 to June 18 (Session III), 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Patton Pool.

Water Wakeup Workout - Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 3 to Feb. 19 (Session I), March 5 to April 18 (Session II), May 2 to June 18 (Session III), 8:30 to 9:15 a.m.

Flohr Pool.

Aqua Stretch - Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 3 to Feb. 19 (Session I), March 5 to April 18 (Session II), May 2 to June 18 (Session III), 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Flohr Pool.

Water Works - Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 3 to Feb. 19 (Session I), March 5 to April 18 (Session II), May 2 to June 18 (Session III), 10:30 to 11:15 p.m. Flohr Pool.

Lap Swim/Open Swim/Water Exercise - Offered on a continuous basis with pool membership. A variety of times are available at both the Patton Pool and Flohr Pool and Spa. Brossman Outdoor Pool Season Passes - Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, noon to 6 p.m. Discounted rates available. Day passes only sold to season pass holders for their guests.

SilverSneakers (Classic) - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 to 9:45 a.m. Salon 1.

SilverSneakers (Circuit) - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 to 11 a.m. Salon 1.

Move to Improve - Tuesdays, Jan. 8 to Feb. 26 (Session I), 2:30 to 3:15 p.m. Salon 1.

Yoga Within - Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Lodge Meeting Room.

Tai Chi - Wednesdays, Jan. 2 to Feb. 20 (Session I), March 6 to April 24 (Session II), May 8 to June 26 (Session III), 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. and Fridays, Jan. 4 to Feb. 22 (Session I), March 8 to April 26 (Session II), May 10 to June 28 (Session III), 9 to 10 a.m. Lodge Meeting Room.

Head Over Heels - Mondays, April 1 to June 3, 1 to 2 p.m. Baird Wellness Center.

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Elizabethtown resident Larry Witters will have the honor of serving as Baby New Year for 2019.

The 10th anniversary New Year’s Day motorcycle ride will take off from the Walter S. Ebersole American Legion Post 185, located at 255 W. Main St., Mount Joy, at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019. The registration fee, which is a set per-person donation, will include a meal at the conclusion of the ride.

Registration will open at 10 a.m., and folks are invited to socialize at Post 185, where a variety of breakfast food and coffee will be available for purchase.

The Post 185 Ladies Auxiliary will serve homemade soup before the ride. A few vendors will offer items for purchase including commemorative shirts and patches for vests.

Organized by members of Post 185, the ride is open to the public and not only to motorcyclists, but to drivers of any other vehicles who would like to participate to honor veterans. The approximately 25- to 30-mile ride follows a scenic route along the Susquehanna River through Marietta and Bainbridge.

The ride will finish at the Elizabethtown American Legion Post 329, located at 240 N. Hanover

St., Elizabethtown, where a traditional pork and sauerkraut meal will be served in the banquet hall.

More than 100 pounds of mashed potatoes and 160 pounds of pork and sauerkraut were prepared last year, and any leftovers go up for bids at the close of the event.

Attendees may also bid on items at a Chinese auction, including motorcycle merchandise, gift cards, and more.

Stumpf and Hecht said that in the past nine years, the charity ride has raised more than $125,000 for the veterans who utilize services at the Lebanon VA Medical Center. Organizers attribute the ride’s success to its timing - not a lot of other local rides are scheduled on New Year’s Day - and also to the fact that all of the funds raised go directly toward local veterans, with no overhead or administrative costs.

Organizers would like to raise at least $25,000 this year to reach or surpass the $150,000 mark.

Icy conditions and freezing cold temperatures last year meant that it was the first time the ride portion of the event had to be canceled, but Stumpf said that nearly 200 people still showed up for the meal at the Legion and raised more than $23,000.

For more information, readers may call Stumpf at 717-4686197 or Hecht at 717-283-6379.

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Library System Posts Fund Drive The Dauphin County Library System’s 2018 annual fund drive is currently underway. Last year, public support raised more than $76,000 to keep the system’s libraries open and provide services to the community. As 2019 approaches, the library system faces a $614,000 budget deficit. The library system aims to raise $85,000 during this year’s annual fund drive to help offset this deficit.

Individual public gifts are essential and will help ensure that libraries stay open and continue to meet the community’s need for continued learning and personal development across all ages.

Libraries also play a critical role in providing free computer and internet access to individuals who do not have it at

home, allowing children to complete homework assignments, adults to apply for jobs, families to keep in touch with loved ones, and more.

The Dauphin County Library System’s 150 employees from all eight library locations are also contributing to the annual fund drive by making donations to launch the campaign. This year, the staff goal is to raise $1,350, which includes matching donations by the senior management team and the interim executive director, Karen Cullings.

Currently, 137,942 community members are library cardholders. To donate, readers may visit their local Dauphin County library or visit www.dcls.org/donate.

Current cardholders may also respond to the mailing sent in early November.

HACGC from pg 1 The Harrisburg Area Civic Garden Center (HACGC) Inc. held its annual membership meeting at the Hershey Country Club on Oct. 22. Maria Joel, president, asked Georgieann Dettenburn, who is the director of District IV of the Garden Club Federation of Pennsylvania, to conduct the installation of officers ceremony.

The officers are Liz Hammacher, recording secretary; Linda Grudi, assistant recording secretary; Debbie Knauss, treasurer; Karen Carns, assistant treasurer; and directors Anna Hall, Elaine King, and Louann Hoffman.

Also during the membership meeting, a program titled “Floral Design, Fabulous Styles and Changes� was presented by Chuck Chatham from Lewisburg.

The HACGC Inc. is an affiliate of the Garden Club Federation of Pennsylvania District IV and the National Garden Clubs Inc. Pictured on front: Harrisburg Area Civic Garden Center Inc. recently installed officers (from left) Liz Hammacher, Linda Grudi, Debbie Knauss, Karen Carns, Anna Hall, Elaine King, and (not pictured) Louann Hoffman.

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His Best Christmas

By Sharon Jaynes Of all the Christmases that Mike Wekall remembers, his seventh stands out from all the rest. Mike was the fifth of six Wekall children. Like every child, Mike met December with the anticipation of new toys, freshly baked goodies, glittering decorations, and school vacation. But one week before Christmas, Mike’s parents called the children into the den.

“Kids, I’ve have some bad news for you,” Mr. Wekall said, barely able to look his children in the eye. “As you know, things have been pretty tight at work this year. In fact, we are going to have to file bankruptcy, so we won’t have Christmas this year. I’m sorry.

Maybe we can make it up to you next year.”

Then he quietly walked out of the room.

The children just sat there for a while in silence. Mike thought to himself, “What does he mean ‘we won’t have Christmas’? Does that mean I’ve been bad and Santa isn’t going to come? And what is bankruptcy?”

It was a confusing time for little Mike, but one thing became perfectly clear on Christmas morning - Christmas had not come to the Wekall house. No presents were under a tree, and the aroma of a roasting turkey did not come from the kitchen. The family did, however, go off to church that crisp, cold morning. When they arrived at church, all the other children were sporting new clothes and chattering about what they had found under their trees.

“Hey, Mike, what’d you get?” one asked.

“Nothin’. We didn’t have Christmas at our house. We’re having a bankruptcy.”

“What’s wrong? Have you been too bad to get anything? Didn’t you even get a few switches?”

Feeling rather blue, the family of eight went home for a lunch of lima beans and hamhocs. About an hour later, the door bell rang. “Maybe it is Santa after all,” Mike thought as he ran to the door.

Standing in the doorway wasn’t Santa, but it was the Bosky family, all ten of them. Each of the eight children had smiles on their faces and two gifts in their hands. Mr. and Mrs. Bosky held a turkey dinner with all the trimmings.

As it turned out, the eight Bosky children went home from church and told their parents about how the Wekalls weren’t having Christmas this year. Seeing how they had been so richly blessed, the children decided to pick two of their toys and wrap them up for the Wekalls.

Mom and Dad joined in and brought gifts for the parents. Even though Mrs. Bosky had Christmas dinner all choreographed for her own dining room, she gathered up the food in boxes and baskets to share

with a family who needed it more.

That was over forty years ago, but Mike still gets tears in his eyes when he shares this story. “It was the best Christmas I have ever had,” he told me. “The Spirit of God showed me that Christmas wasn’t about getting presents but about giving and caring for others.

It is about showing goodness toward other people. Every year, I tell this story to someone, because it exemplifies how Christ gave so freely of Himself for us.”

BFB This week’s Big Fat Belated birthday wish goes out to Natalie Krupilis of Middletown! Her 16th birthday was on Dec. 11 and her grandmother Mary Graham wanted to make sure she was wished a happy day! We all wish you a wonderful year as a 16-yearold, Natalie! I hope it is a fantastic one!

Happy Birthdays First for this week, an extra special birthday wish goes out to my sweet brother-inlaw Mario Lugo of Royalton! His cake-day is Dec. 16. I hope your day is peaceful and relaxing and makes you say “Ahhhhhhh…”!

Love you, Mario! Hugs!

Happy birthday to Tammy Kemler of Middletown! Her cake-day is Dec. 12. I hope your day is full of everything that makes you smile big, Tammy!

Happy birthday to Jean Vulatic of Londonderry Township! Her cake-day is Dec. 13.

I hope your day is lovely like you, Jeannie!

Happy birthday to Kelly Aurand of Catasaqua! Her cake-day is Dec. 13. I hope your day is full of everything and everyone you love, Kelly! Miss you!

Happy birthday to Stefinn Stark Slough of Londonderry Township! Stefinn’s 4th cake-day is Dec. 13. I hope your birthday is so much fun, sweet-one!

Happy birthday Jake Burger Jr. of Lower Swatara Township! His cake-day is Dec. 14. I hope your day makes you feel like a king, Jake!

Happy birthday to Judy Lerch of Royalton! Her cake-day is Dec. 15. I hope your day is beautiful like you, Judy!

Happy birthday to Greg Houser of Royalton! His cake-day is Dec. 15. I hope your day is full of sunshine and the fish are bitin’, Greg!

Random Thought No matter how old you are, an empty Christmas wrapping paper tube is still a fun thing to bonk someone over the head with!

Recipe of the Week Christmas Crack OK, I am not so thrilled with the name, BUT this Christmas treat will be a huge hit with your friends and family! It is a sweet and salty, crunchy holiday treat. What’s not to love?

Ingredients: 28 to 35 saltine crackers (about one sleeve, enough to line your tray) 1 cup (220 grams) packed dark brown sugar

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1 cup (225 grams or 2 sticks) unsalted butter 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups (10 to 12 ounces) semisweet chocolate Directions: 1. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Line a 10by-15-inch jelly roll pan with nonstick aluminum foil (preferred) or regular heavy duty foil, making sure that the foil completely covers the bottom and sides of the pan. If using regular foil, spray lightly with baking spray. Line the saltine crackers in a single layer on the bottom.

2. Make the caramel sauce: Place the brown sugar, butter, and salt in a medium sized saucepan. Cook on medium heat, stirring frequently, until the butter melts. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for another 3 to 5 minutes, just until the mixture comes to a boil and starts to darken. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

(Note: You’re not actually making true caramel here, so you don’t need to be as precise or worry about the temperature of the caramel. Just make sure it comes to a boil and wait for it to darken slightly, then continue.)

3. Pour the hot brown sugar mixture over the saltine crackers. Spread to evenly coat the crackers.

4. Move the pan to the oven and bake for 5 minutes. The caramel will be hot and bubbly.

5. Melt the chocolate: Place the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Cook it in the microwave in 30-second intervals at full power, stirring between each cook time, until the chocolate has melted.

6. Pour the chocolate over the baked crackers: Once the crackers are done baking, remove from oven and allow to cool for 1 minute, until the caramel is no longer bubbling. Then pour the melted chocolate over the crackers. Use a spatula to spread the chocolate evenly over the top.

7. Let the crackers cool to room temperature then move to the refrigerator and cool overnight.

8. “Crack” the crackers: The crackers will form a single sheet once cool.

Remove from pan and gently peel the foil away, being careful not to tear the foil. (If any bits of foil tear and get stuck in the caramel, break those bits away and discard.) Cut the candy into snacksized pieces using a chef’s knife (you can use your hands, too, but it’s easier with a knife).

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week. *** Tip - before the chocolate cools, and if you desire, you can sprinkle some holidaycolored jimmies or place some red and green M&M’s on top for a more Christmas-y look!

Christmas Tip Wrap some of the pictures you have

Wilson Receives Award Penn-Cumberland Garden Club (PCGC) president Karen McAuliffe recently presented the Exceptional Horticulture Award to Betty Wilson of Mechanicsburg.

Wilson was recognized for her horticulture knowledge as well as her work with rhododendrons, daffodils, and pressed flower designs.

Wilson’s name will be inscribed on the Garden Club Federation of Pennsylvania’s (GCFP) Honor Roll of Exceptional Horticulturists. She is the 10th PCGC member to be added to the Honor Roll.

GCFP’s Honor Roll lists those members who have exhibited their experience, education and sharing in an exceptional manner.

Penn-Cumberland Garden Club president Karen McAuliffe (right) recently presented the Exceptional Horticulture Award to Betty Wilson.

hanging on the wall to look like packages.

This can be a really cute and inexpensive addition to your decorations!

Christmas Fact The image of Santa Claus flying his sleigh began in 1819 and was created by Washington Irving, the same author who dreamt up the Headless Horseman.

Joke of the Week Name That Christmas Carol Clues: 1. Bleached Yule 2. Castaneous-colored Seed Vesicated in a Conflagration 3. Singular Yearning for the Twin Anterior Incisors 4. Righteous Darkness 5. Arrival Time2400 hrs - WeatherCloudless 6. Loyal Followers Advance 7. Far Off in a Feeder 8. Array the Corridor 9. Bantam Male Percussionist 10. Monarchial Triad 11. Nocturnal Noiselessness 12. Jehovah Deactivate Blithe Chevaliers 13. Red Man En Route to Borough 14. Frozen Precipitation Commence 15. Proceed and Enlighten on the Pinnacle 16. The Quadruped With the Vermillion Probiscis 17. Query Regarding Identity of Descendant 18. Delight for This Planet 19. Give Attention to the Melodious Celestial Beings 20. The Dozen Festive 24-Hour Intervals Answers: 1. White Christmas 2. Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire 3. All I Want for Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth 4. O Holy Night 5. It Came Upon a Midnight Clear 6. O Come, All Ye Faithful 7. Away in a Manger 8. Deck the Hall 9. Little Drummer Boy 10. We Three Kings 11. Silent Night 12. God Rest Ye, Merry Gentlemen 13. Santa Claus is Coming to Town 14. Let it Snow 15. Go, Tell It on the Mountain 16. Rudolph, the Red-nosed Reindeer 17. What Child is This?

18. Joy to the World 19. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing 20. The Twelve Days of Christmas Food for Thought I truly believe that if we keep telling the Christmas story, singing the Christmas songs, and living the Christmas spirit, we can bring joy and happiness and peace to this world. Norman Vincent Peale Happy Holidays, everybody!

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Wheelchair Basketball Tournament Held Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Business Systems Center (BSC), recently held its 29th annual Wheelchair Basketball Tournament at Mechanicsburg Middle School. The event brought together Navy military service members and civilians with the local community in support of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The tournament featured teams from Mechanicsburg Middle School

and Good Hope Middle School, military and civilian personnel serving on board Naval Support Activity Mechanicsburg, and former members of the Chairiot Express.

This year’s tournament theme, “America’s Workforce: Empowering All,” celebrated the contributions of workers with disabilities and educated about the value of a workforce inclusive of their skills Lt. Frank Silva (center), assigned to NAVSUP BSC, was among and talents. those who played in NAVSUP BSC’s Wheelchair Basketball

Tournament.

Marsico Receives Award

Rep. Ron Marsico (center) received an Outstanding Leadership Award from the Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, represented by Jim DeAngelo (left), president, and Sam Milkes (right), executive director. Marsico received the award in honor of his work as chairman of the House Judiciary Committee.

Sailors assigned to Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Business Systems Center (BSC) were among the participants in NAVSUP BSC’s 29th annual Wheelchair Basketball Tournament.

LIHEAP Opens Enrollment

Come To Our House Of Worship Attend Church this Sunday

Residents who are struggling with their home heating bills can apply for assistance from the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). LIHEAP

GRACE CHAPEL: 2535 Colebrook Rd., Elizabethtown. Phone: 717-944-5571 Sunday School at 9 AM, Worship Celebration at 10 AM, Tuesday Teaching at 6:30PM. Pastor, Mel Weaver. Visit us online at www.gracechapelcares.org

Please Note: Updates can be made to your church’s listing for 1st issue date of each month only.

(Changes must be submitted by the previous Wednesday) For More Information On Church Listings And Rates, Call Justin at 717-492-2533

Reality Church Moves To New Location Reality Church recently moved to its new location at 600 Strites Road, Harrisburg.

On Dec. 2, pastor Shawn Bentley began a series on “Seeing Christ in Christmas.”

For more information about the church, readers may email shawngbentley@gmail.com.

is a federally funded program that helps individuals and families pay their heating bills through home heating energy assistance grants.

It also provides crisis grants to help in the event of an emergency or if a resident is in danger of losing his or her heat due to broken equipment, lack of fuel, or termination of utility service.

The income eligibility guidelines for LIHEAP are set at 150 percent of the federal poverty income level. For example, the income limit for an individual is $18,210; for a couple, the limit is $24,690; and for a family of four, it is $37,650.

Residents may apply for LIHEAP at www.compass.state.pa.us, by contacting the Dauphin County Assistance Office, 2432 N. Seventh St., Harrisburg, or by calling 800788-5616 or 717-787-2324.

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Pets

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Clothing

MULTI-POO & YORKIE-POO PUPPIES, very colorful, great Christmas Gifts. Call 717-806-7436 ext. 1 for pricing & photos.

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GORGEOUS MINK COAT, 100% USA Mink, full length, size Med., Exc. Cond., $600. obo. 717-371-5886

PRESA CANARIO MASTIFF Puppies, vet checked, wormed, UKC reg, Grand Champion Bloodlines, 717-529-9031 x2

Collectibles BUYING TOYS & COLLECTIBLES www.DNRCollectibles.com PA’s Largest Buyer of Toys & Collectibles 27 E Lancaster Street, Red Lion, PA Hours: 10:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday 717-329-8167 • rhoward1771@gmail.com Toys Vintage or Modern, New or Used, Hess Trucks, Barbies, Diecast, Hot Wheels & Matchbox, Action Figures, Models, Trains, Sports Cards/ Memorabilia, Movie/ Music Memorabilia, Video Games & much more!

Computers

FREE ITEMS RESERVE YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFT EARLY BERNADOODLE PUPS, Standard & Mini, lots of color & white markings, very friendly, vet checked. 717-442-2959 SHELTIE PUPPIES, very cute & cuddly, shots & wormed, $450. Call 610-5937142 ext 1

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SHI-CHON TEDDY BEAR Puppies, born 9/03/18, 2 Males,1 Female, family raised, vet checked, first shots & up to date worming, $850. 717-371-8277

Pets

SILVER LAB PUPPIES, AKC, 9 wks old, vet checked, shots & wormed, $975.

717-656-3381

IN AN EFFORT to protect the lives of animals, and for the protection of our readers, we will no longer accept “PETS OR PUPPIES WANTED” classified ads. We will, however continue to accept household pet “For Sale” ads. When purchasing a pet, please make certain animal is healthy and has been properly cared for. When selling or giving away a pet please screen respondents carefully. Pets deserve a loving, caring home.

2 AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD Puppies, vet checked, shots, $200. 717-529-2790 ext 0.

5YR OLD RED Beabull Female, retired mother, very gentle & sweet. $300. obo.

Gap Area. 717-381-0192 ACA CANE CORSO PUPPIES, 3 generation pedigree, 1 year health guarantee, raised on farm, (1) Males, $825; (2) Females, $725. Call 717-548-1368

ACA SHIHTZU PUPS M $500, Brown furballs ready now.

No Sunday calls. 717-368-7760 AKC BLACK DOBERMAN Female, 4yrs old, $150. Also Toy Labradoodle Pups, 717529-2326 ext 1 AKC GERMAN SHEPHERD Puppies, vet checked, shots, wormed, 1yr genetic health guarantee, ready 12/22. Call to reserve yours now. $575. 484-800-5221 AKC GERMAN SHORT Haired Pointer Pups, Family Raised, mom & dad on premises, shots & wormed. $900 484-354-0922 AKC SILVER LAB Pups, Males, shots & wormed, vet checked, Ready 12/26/18. $700. Call 717-892-2997 BOSTON TERRIER PUPPIES for Christmas!

Ready 12/11, very cute; also 2 older pups to choose from. 610-593-5956 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES, shots, wormed, ready for Christmas, $500. Call 717-382-4149 LAB/GOLDEN MIX PUPPIES, all chocolate, shots, wormed, family raised, 8wks on 12/8. $300 717-656-7096 LOVE ANIMALS? Turn Your Passion into Profits. Now Accepting Pet Grooming Students. 717-933-1333 MINI ENGLISH GOLDEN DOODLES, 12 wks old, very friendly, raised in our home around kids, vet checked, shots & wormed. $1500. 717-725-9370 MINI LABRADOODLE PUPPIES. Raised with children, utd on shots and dewormer. 717-475-0369

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YORKIE POM PUPS, shots & wormed, Ready 12/22/18 Nice Christmas Gift. $800 each. Call 717-529-1979 Ext. 2

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General DEPENDABLE, ENERGETIC ASSISTANT needed. Stack lumber, operate loader, troubleshoot mechanical equipment at sawmill in Hershey area producing rough cut lumber. Background check and drug screen may be required. 40 hours/week 7:30am-4pm. Starting wage $13.50. 717-669-9867 ELIZABETHTOWN BOROUGH is currently seeking to hire a Public Works Crew Foreman and an Executive Assistant.

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ITEMS WANTED AMERICAN & FOREIGN CARS $$ PAYING CASH $$ for Classic & Collector Cars.

717-577-8206 BRITISH MOTORCYCLES WANTED Triumph, Norton, BSA, etc., running or not. I pay more. 484-252-1708, anytime.

BUYING HEATING OIL at .30¢ a gallon.

Also remove heating oil tanks and furnaces. Call Ed 717-587-7315.

SEAFORD, DELAWARE NEW MOVE-IN READY HOMES! Low Taxes! Close to Beaches, Gated, Olympic pool. Model Homes from the low 100’s. Brochures.

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REAL ESTATE EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertised in this publication is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act which makes it illegal to advertise a preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, handicap (physical or mental) or familial status (people with children) or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. This publication will not knowingly accept any advertisement for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hearby informed that all dwellings advertised in this publication are required to be available on an equal opportunity basis. *NOTE TO OUR CUSTOMERS* When placing your real estate ad please describe the property only, not who you wish to occupy it.

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ELIZABETHTOWN 1BR APT, 2nd flr, w/s/t included. NO SMOKING/PETS. $525/mo + sec. dep. 717-426-2264 ELIZABETHTOWN 2 BEDROOM, 1.5 bath townhouse, landlord pays w/s/t, includes all appliances. No pets, no smoking. Avail 1/20/19. $810/mo. Call 717-367-6342

AUTO PARTS & SUPPLIES $100-$800 For Your Unwanted Junk Cars-Trucks- Vans- SUVs. Prompt, Honest Service.

Call KZ 717-847-6083 PA0002

MARIETTA 1-2 BR GARDEN APTS includes Stove, Refrig, A/C, W/W, off-street prkng, $755-$815 + elec. 717-487-2440 2 BR TOWNHOUSES & GARDEN APTS. 2BR Garden Apts includes Stove, Refrig, A/C, W/W, off-street prkng, $795-$835 + elec., small pets. 717-604-4055 QUARRYVILLE AREA HOUSE 3 BR, 1.5 Bath, 2 Car Garage. No Smoking. No Pets. $1100/mth. 717-989-6041 RENT-TO-OWN. $1495/MO + utilities.

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CYCLES BRITISH MOTORCYCLES WANTED Triumph, Norton, BSA, etc., running or not. I pay more. 484-252-1708, anytime.

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24 Northeast Drive, Suite A, Hershey Monday-Friday 8am to 3pm

717-489-3001 Drug Free Workplace/EOE/Affirmative Action Employer

Sales Advisor Exciting new sales opportunity to be part of a Lifecare at Home and Community Based Program as SmartLife via Willow Valley expands its sales territory to include Cumberland, Dauphin, and Lebanon counties.

We’re Building a Great Team …and we want you to be a part of it!

Seeking experienced sales professional to positively promote and cultivate leads for Willow Valley’s SmartLife membershipbased program that offers independence, lifelong security, personal care coordination, and a complete package of home care, personal care, and nursing care. Excellent opportunity to be part of a growing program, backed by the trusted Willow Valley brand.

willowvalleycommunities.org/careers 220 Eby Chiques Road, Mount Joy, PA 17552 717-653-8061

PART-TIME

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NOW HIRING CANDY PRODUCTION

Immediate Openings Available in Harrisburg:

Commercial Service Plumber ($1,000.00 Sign on bonus)

Residential Service Plumber ($1,000.00 Sign on bonus)

Residential HVAC Technician ($1,000.00 Sign on bonus)

Gas Line Technician Commercial Electrician

Valid driver’s license and high school diploma or G.E.D and public speaking experience required. Bachelor’s degree preferred with 2 years’ sales experience.

Travel required within targeted market areas of Hershey and Harrisburg, as well to our Lancaster office. Excellent compensation package offered. Applications and resumes are accepted online at

Entry Level Positions Includes Weekends & Holidays Good Starting Wage & Benefits

W/EXPERIENCE Saturdays Required

Looking For A Car?

ELIZABETHTOWN 2&3BR HOUSES 3BR $1200/mo & 2BA $925/mo No smoking inside. Pets considered.

717-575-3083 GREAT COMMERCIAL SPACES available.

Ranging from 1000-2450 square feet.

Located at 100 Brown Street, Middletown, PA. Great location. Call Mike Murphy Rentals @ 717-232-5420.

3 FREE MONTHS RENT!

W/SEALED SYSTEM EXPERIENCE MON-FRI: 8:00am-5:00pm

1225 W Main St, Mount Joy • 717-653-1841

AUTOMOTIVE

CLASSIC CARS WANTED Sports cars, Muscle cars, Classic cars, Pick-ups, etc. Jeff Gast 717-575-4561

PART-TIME

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16 - COMMUNITYCOURIER - Middletown Edition - December 12, 2018

Navy Group Holds Special Event Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Business Systems Center (BSC) in Mechanicsburg. recently hosted an Echelon III visit and all-hands call. The event included a cake-cutting commemorating the Navy’s 243rd birthday. The theme for the Navy’s 243rd birthday is “Forged by the Sea.” According to NAVSUP, the theme represents the aspirational outcome of every sailor’s journey in uniform and conveys the notion

that every sailor is shaped and strengthened into a more capable version of himself or herself through Navy service.

The guest speaker during the Echelon III visit was Rear Adm. Michelle C. Skubic, commander, NAVSUP and 48th Chief of Supply Corps. Skubic gave remarks, answered questions from NAVSUP BSC employees, and participated in command discussions with NAVSUP BSC staff.

Special Olympics Athletes Receive Recognition

Pennsylvania House of Representatives members recently recognized more than two dozen Pennsylvania Special Olympics athletes, as well as their coaches and family members, in the House of Representatives. The athletes, who come from 27 counties across Pennsylvania, each brought home at least one medal after taking part in the national competition in Seattle in July.

PCGC Scholarships Available Capt. Douglas M. Bridges Jr. (front, left), commanding officer, NAVSUP BSC, and Rear Adm. Michelle C. Skubic (center), commander, NAVSUP and 48th Chief of Supply Corps, participated in a brief during an Echelon III visit to NAVSUP BSC in Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Business Systems Mechanicsburg. Skubic was the guest speaker.

Center (BSC) in Mechanicsburg celebrated the Navy’s 243rd birthday with a cake-cutting ceremony. Participants included (from left) Brian Zirbel, executive director, NAVSUP BSC; Kevin Weeks, information technology specialist for NAVSUP BSC; Bill Zdankiewicz, IT specialist for NAVSUP BSC; Rear Adm. Michelle C. Skubic, commander, NAVSUP and 48th Chief of Supply Corps; and Capt. Douglas M. Bridges Jr., commanding officer, NAVSUP BSC.

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Friday - Fresh Fish Nite – Call for our Catch of the Day! Sunday - Burgers & Brews

Penn-Cumberland Garden Club (PCGC) will award a $1,000 scholarship to a high school senior planning to attend a fouryear college/university in 201920 with a major in horticulture, floriculture, landscape architecture, conservation, forestry, urban or regional planning, environmental science, botany, or plant- or ecology-related studies.

PCGC will award a second $1,000 scholarship to a current college/university student enrolled in a bachelor or graduate degree in 2019-20, with a major in these same fields.

Applications and instructions on where to send them are available at https://penncumberland garden.org. The deadline for

submission is Sunday, March 31, 2019.

In addition, the Garden Club Federation of Pennsylvania (GCFP) will award 13 high school/college student scholarships to students who are planning to major in the same programs mentioned above. Each award will be a minimum of $1,000. For information and applications, readers may visit www.pagardenclubs.org. Applications should be directed to Karen McAuliffe, president, 50 Longwood Drive, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050-7969 for her signature before they are sent to the State Scholarship Committee. This process must be completed prior to Friday, Feb. 1, 2019.