At Concert, Brass Will Move Holiday Spirit
Where Young Men Find New Beginnings
BY CAT SHANNON
To the touch, brass feels smooth. To the eyes, brass looks shiny. To the ears, brass sounds cool, clean and crisp.
At Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, brass sounds like Christmas.
Within the walls of Manos House in Columbia, a new generation is finding its footing. At the nonprofit residential program for young men ages 14 to 20 with drug and alcohol histories, transformation happens every day through structure, compassion and a belief in second chances.
“I would be challenged to put into words what brass sounds like,” said Chuck Book, who’s been Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd’s Fine Arts Series communication chair for 25 years. “It’s not jazz. It’s not anything anyone would call modern. It has a very calming, nostalgic feel to it. But it fills the room. Some of the pieces are slower and quieter, and some have more impact.”
Now, Book wasn’t referring to just any brass music; he was speaking about the kind created by the five-piece ensemble
QuintEssentially Brass. As part of Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd’s continuing Fine Arts Series, QuintEssentially Brass will present a medley of holiday music and traditional favorites during a
performance at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 30, inside the church’s sanctuary at 750 Greenfield Road, Lancaster.
The concert, which is designed to celebrate the Advent season
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“We focus on a holistic approach,” said executive director Chris Runkle. “We serve their needs from the substance use side, but we also serve their educational and emotional health needs as well.”
Manos House has been guiding young men through that challenge since 1972. Originally founded as a halfway house for adults transitioning out of prison, the organization shifted its focus to adolescents, offering substance use treatment, counseling and education under one roof.
The education piece was especially needed, Runkle said.
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“Your money is your vote for the kind of world you want to live in,” said Jenn Knepper, the coordinator of the gift fair and the founder
of Gifts That Give Hope Lancaster. “At the gift fair, we focus on quality over quantity. There’s a hashtag that says, ‘Put your money where your heart is.’ It’s a good way to think about your spending habits, like giving gifts that have been repurposed. It’s thinking creatively and outside of the box.”
Gifts That Give Hope’s upcoming gift fair is not your typical gift fair. This
“Our kids are coming in highly deficient in academic credits,” he explained. “We may get an 18-year-old who has zero high school credits.”
To remedy the issue, Manos House opened Prospect Grove High School, an on-site school with certified teachers and a small student-to-teacher ratio. Although the school helped with one piece of the problem, the young men needed support in another area as well.
“We were seeing the young men being discharged after completing their program, but then we realized the homes they were
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Brass are (from left) Doug Albert, Kristen Albert, Geoff Davis, Andy Walls and Gene Clark.
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going to weren’t supportive,” Runkle said. “There might be addiction in the home, or they might be going back to a peer group and social network that’s not good for their recovery efforts.”
To address the issue, Manos House opened a supervised independent living program, providing inpatient residential care as the men transition out of high school.
Manos House originated in downtown Lancaster, but even after one move in the city, it outgrew the space.
Today, the Manos House campus spans 14 acres and includes residential housing, classrooms, therapy spaces and an independent living program. It can accommodate up to 43 young men in the program, with an additional 18 beds in independent living. Students come to Manos House from across the state and into Maryland. Days are highly structured. Each morning begins with a 6 a.m. wake-up call, followed by breakfast in the
cafeteria and high school classes until noon. After a family-style cafeteria lunch, students spend time in therapy sessions focused on their specific needs.
“We are a strong proponent of not telling you what you need to do,” Runkle commented. “We would much rather come alongside you and say, ‘You’re here. You probably don’t want to be here, but what are some things you want to work on? Can we build a treatment plan around you being successful?’”
on the property; complete service projects with their neighbors at St. Anne’s Retirement Community; and meet weekly with Mennonite families that come in for Bible studies, games and socializing.
The young men also enjoy community outings to football games or corn mazes before lights out at 8:30 p.m. during the week.
“We don’t turn individuals away,” Runkle said, “but we need support for those cases where there’s no insurance or where we have extra funding needs.”
After school and on the weekends, residents may participate in activities ranging from more therapy to recreational time to play basketball or enjoy the on-site rec room. Evening programming during the week focuses on partnerships Manos House has developed with community groups. Students might participate in writing circles led by a retired Hempfield English teacher. Columbia Christian Fellowship, which leases space on the property for church services, offers Cell 13, a faith-based Wednesday night program. The guys also work with Lancaster Art Room, which is located
Manos House operates as a 501(c)(3), and the program relies on insurance, grants and community donations, including support from Lancaster’s ExtraGive, happening on Friday, Nov. 21. In a typical year, Manos House might see a deficit of $100,000 that’s unfunded by any of its revenue streams, but families are never billed for services.
The on-site school also operates year-round but only receives state funding for a typical 180-day school year. Since students come to Manos House all year long, it’s important for them to be able to jump right into school even if they arrive in July, Runkle said. Finding funding for teachers, staff and other expenses during that time is an ongoing challenge.
Students may spend just a few months or up to a year at Manos House, with some transitioning to the resident program beyond that. But every young man who walks through the doors has the same opportunity to transform his life, Runkle said.
“We’re planting seeds here,” he shared. “We’re setting them up with what they need to be successful in life, and we’re doing that alongside them. Facing addiction as a 14to 20-year-old is difficult. Addiction at any age is difficult. But we’re telling a teenager, ‘Everything that’s ever worked for you is nearsighted and doesn’t serve you in the long run. Everything that has provided you comfort in the past, we need you to give that up.’ Naturally, they struggle with that. But every day, we work on those struggles with care and compassion.”
To learn more about Manos House, visit https:// manoshouse.com.
Local Executive Attends National Banking Conference
The Federal Reserve convened a national conference on Oct. 9 that focused on the future of community banking, bringing together leaders from across the financial sector, government and regulatory bodies.
Held in Washington, D.C., the event featured a full day of discussions on
innovation, regulation and economic trends shaping the community banking landscape. As part of the conference, the Federal Reserve selected several community banks from its 12 regional districts to participate. Representing the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia’s district, Bank
of Bird-in-Hand was among the selected institutions.
Lori A. Maley, CPA, president and CEO of Bank of Bird-in-Hand, attended the event and engaged in high-level discussions with fellow executives and policymakers.
Bank of Bird-in-Hand, a
Manos House residents work together to build a boat as part of a new program at the organization.
Manos House residents enjoy a hike.
and usher in the holidays, is free to attend and open to the public. The 90-minute performance, which features 12 musical numbers, will be divided by a 15-minute intermission, during which a freewill, pay-what-you-can offering will be accepted toward the church’s Fine Arts Series.
Following the show, free light refreshments will be served during a reception in the Martin Luther Room, where guests will be afforded an opportunity to meet the musicians.
“It’s an evening that’s supposed to be fun and exciting,” said Book. “It’s supposed to be a concert that makes us all think Christmas. It’ll put us in the Christmas spirit. This is a visitor-friendly atmosphere with ushers, and we’re expecting a pretty good turnout. People seem to be looking for connection, for things to do.”
QuintEssentially Brass musicians and husband-andwife duo Doug and Kristen Albert are members of Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, while the band is rounded out by Gene Clark,
Andy Walls and Geoff Davis. A Lancaster resident, Davis plays the tuba; Walls toots the trombone and lives in Lititz; Clark hails from Lancaster and plays the trumpet; and, both from Lancaster, Kristen plays the horn and Doug plays the trumpet.
After 16 years together, members of QuintEssentially Brass are planning to retire at the end of the year.
“I’m somebody who likes music a lot, and they’re terrific,” said Book. “They really are outstanding musicians. I don’t think they’d be together for 16 years if there wasn’t not only a sense of camaraderie, but also an appreciation of their talents. They’re approachable people, too.”
More than 150 music enthusiasts are expected to attend the concert.
“As far as the pieces go, I don’t think I can pick out one particular one and say I like it over the others,” Book said. “The brass music is so fresh. When you have the brass, it gives you that old English feel to Christmas. There is an element of nostalgia to the music. There are some fun
and light-hearted pieces. It’s music that can move people. It’s just a great evening.”
The Fine Arts Series was established at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd more than 30 years ago. Moving forward, the cultural series will feature the Mennonite Children’s Choir of Lancaster at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 12, and the Lancaster British Brass Band at 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 31.
“We try to bring in people of note who would be of interest to the public,” said Book. “The music is secular and sacred. We’re looking for music, ensembles, choirs, choruses, orchestras and bands that can perform at a very high level.”
“We want the world to know we’re a very welcoming congregation,” he added. “We have a very generous congregation. We put a lot of stock in our music at church. We want to do the thing we’re called to do as a church. People are welcomed for who they are; we aren’t judging anybody.”
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Bucks Fall in District Quarterfinals, 41-34
The CV marching band performed during the District Three quarterfinal game on Friday, November 7. Conestoga Valley lost 41-34 against
On Friday, November 7, Conestoga Valley’s Gabe Justinlano finds a hole in Exeter’s line in a 41-34 loss during the District Three quarterfinal game in Witmer.
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Conestoga Valley cheerleaders pose for a photo before the start of the District Three quarterfinal game against Exeter on Friday, November 7.
Buckskins’ Sam Matoni (50) and Liam Price (75) take down Exeter’s Leo Brown in a 41-34 loss during the District Three quarterfinal game on Friday, November 7.
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Under Friday night lights, Buckskins’ Teagan Ruble stiff arms Exeter’s Dylan Donate in a 41-34 loss during the District Three quarterfinal game on Friday, November 7 in Witmer.
In a 41-34 loss at home, Conestoga Valley’s Colson Erb hits one of four extra points against Exeter during the District Three quarterfinal game on Friday, November 7, in Witmer.
Alternative Gifts
year’s edition of the in-person portion of the annual hybrid shopping event will be conducted from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 30, at Lancaster Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster.
The event is free to attend, and the proceeds from the sale of the meaningful gifts will go to the nonprofits represented at the fair.
“There’s a palpable energy at the gift fair,” said Knepper. “It’s a positive, uplifting kind of vibe. I hate big crowds, but everyone is there for the common good. Everyone is coming there seeking opportunities to give contributions or to get involved. It’s an opportunity to get plugged into the community.”
Gifts That Give Hope’s gift fair will feature items, merchandise and services offered by 35 nonprofit vendors and 20 marketplace vendors.
The nonprofits typically offer services that can also serve as charitable contributions, like music lessons, medical care, mentoring and training. At the marketplace, the vendors usually sell more tangible merchandise like soaps, jewelry and repurposed clothing.
Adding to the festive mood will be live music and food trucks.
“Everything there goes back to a socially conscious effort,” said Knep-
per. “I think we all feel a sense that the world feels so heavy. I think the people at the fair are trying to do their best to make the world a better place.”
“Every nonprofit has a story,” continued Knepper. “I think everybody right now is looking for ways to connect with these types of efforts. A small group can change the world. We all can chip away in our spheres of influence to make impacts in areas.”
As many as 1,500 individuals from Lancaster County and beyond are expected to attend the gift fair. Gifts That Give Hope officials are hoping to raise $35,000 for the participating nonprofits.
The gift fair also offers online shopping opportunities, which can be viewed at https://giftsthatgivehopelancaster.org.
“We keep tabs on all the contributions to the various nonprofits,” said Knepper. “When all is said and done, our accountants tabulate everything and write a check to each of those nonprofits. It’s whatever the customers purchase from each nonprofit. It’s up to the nonprofits to promote their items. It’s usually things people can identify with that tend to do well.”
“You want the people who come to the fair to feel like it’s worth their time,” she added. “Receiving gifts is one of the five love languages, and some people love giving gifts. I think
giving a good gift is knowing what’s important to people. I don’t think we need more stuff. It’s about thinking about the recipient. I try to give gifts from what I know about the person.”
There’s also a social aspect associated with the gift fair. It can allow attendees to share experiences and get involved, and it can provide nonprofits with opportunities to collaborate and share resources.
“What the nonprofits have told me is that it’s not about the donations; it’s about the connections,” said Knepper.
“A lot of nonprofits meet people who are doing similar work and start sharing resources. That’s a benefit that you’re not able to quantify.”
Gifts That Give Hope was established in 2008 when Knepper found out about a similar initiative spearheaded by a group of women in Harrisburg. She could find no reasons that the concept wouldn’t fly in generous Lancaster County.
Since its inception, the gift fair has generated a total of over $500,000 for nonprofits.
“I’d love for people who have never been to the fair to feel intrigued,” said Knepper. “I always challenge the status quo, like, ‘let’s do it differently.’ I want the gift fair to feel appealing to a wide variety of people. I want to pique their interest.”
You’re invited to join us Thanksgiving Day, November 27, at 12:30 p.m. for a delicious sit-down celebration. No reservations are necessary, just come. We’d love to have you. (Sorry, no take-out. Eat-in only.)
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BREAKOUT MINISTRIES: Senior Pastors Ron & Mary Buch; Sundays at 10am. Contemporary worship & messages of freedom, healing, deliverance and discipleship. Children’s ministry includes nursery through Sr. High. Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting 7-8pm; Check our web site for scheduled home bible studies.; JA Jesus based recovery meeting Saturday 7-8:30p. Men and Women groups meet monthly. Family Fun Night bi-monthly 6:30-9:00, Jr. and Sr. High youth group meets alternating months. Local and International outreaches. Web site: www.breakoutministries.org or Call for details. 2400 Anita Court, Leola, PA 17540. Ph.: (717)656-8366
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 758 Spruce Rd., New Holland 717-354-8428. “Building Community with Christ, to Impact a World without Christ” Pastor: Dr. Doug Bozung. Please go to cfcnewholland.org/visit for information concerning worship services, adult ministries, youth & children’s ministries.
LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH (AG): Located at 1279 Main St., East Earl, invites you to join us for a time of contemporary worship and biblical preaching at our 9am service on Sunday mornings and 7pm service on Wednesday evenings. Kids ministry for birth through 5th grade and youth ministry for 6th through 12th grade is available. Lead Pastor: Stephen Ritchey. For more information on our services and programs, visit us online at Lighthouseag.com
MT. EDEN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH: 1241 May Post Office Rd., Quarryville, (5 mi. South of Strasburg, 3 mi. North of 372). Rev. Margaret Rohnacher, Pastor. Sunday worship service 9:30 am. Limited handicap accessibility. 717-786-7565 mtedenlutheranchurch@gmail.com
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Bazaar Will Spread Our Lady
BY JEFF FALK
There is no shortage of holiday bazaars in Lancaster County, and each has its own distinct personality and inspires the Christmas spirit in its own specific way.
There’s a lot to like about Our Lady of Lourdes’ holiday bazaar. But perhaps the most meaningful aspect of the event is that it is the church’s own.
“I’ve been a member for over 30 years,” said Karen Smith-Kernc, co-director of Our Lady of Lourdes holiday bazaar. “I’m extremely proud of the church, but I’m also proud of the people who go to this church. I’m very comfortable here, and I’m very committed to helping at the church. We want this particular effort to be successful because it’s good for the community and our own parish. It is one piece of all the things that go on here.”
Local residents will be provided a good taste of Our Lady of Lourdes’ community spirit when the church hosts this year’s edition of its annual holiday bazaar from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 22,
its spacious gymnasium at 150 Water St., New Holland. Admission is free.
“We put on Christmas music, and it’s festive,” said Smith-Kernc. “The vendors are extremely talented, and we’ve got some interesting things. People can come and just look if they want to. But I’m guessing that when they do, they’re going to find things that they like.”
Our Lady of Lourdes’ holiday bazaar will feature creations from over 40 vendors - artists masquerading as crafters. Those vendors will display their merchandise in 10-by-10-foot spaces and sell their homemade and handmade items like wreaths, magnets, florals, paintings, jewelry, stained glass, Christmas trees, birdhouses and decorative animal figurines.
Smith-Kernc and fellow co-director Colleen Rooney are both contributing members of the bazaar’s vendor lineup.
“It’s really neat to meet new people and find out about how (the crafters) got started,” said Rooney. “You want people to remember the bazaar for the things they bought or sold there.”
“I do well at the bazaar because my stained glass is unique,” said Smith-Kernc. “Each piece is made individually. But the best part of it for me is building relationships with other artists. I’m interested in what people are creating.”
The holiday bazaar will also showcase colorful quilts crafted by a group of local Amish women. Come hungry and enjoy hot and cold food offerings like chicken corn soup, sandwiches, brownies, cookies, potato chips and an assort-
ment of beverages.
The bazaar will be graced by Santa Claus’ presence between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., and visitors will be treated to a demonstration of precision and inner strength by students from Fletcher’s Martial Arts Karate Studio at 11 a.m.
“There are a lot of people from the parish participating and helping,” said SmithKernc. “We just have a lot of people who raise their hands. They’re people who also love their parish.”
“Many hands make great help,” said Rooney.
Proceeds from the holiday bazaar will go toward resurfacing the church’s parking lot, a capital improvement project.
“There are cracks in it, and we know it’s going to be expensive,” said SmithKernc. “It’s big, and we know we have to raise money for the future.”
The holiday bazaar has grown organically since its inception in 2023. Our
Lady of Lourdes also reaches out to the community that surrounds it through a Christmas sing-along, a holiday angel tree, a winter clothing drive, a spaghetti dinner in the spring, an indoor/outdoor yard sale in the summer, a day of bingo at the local American Legion and a St. Patrick’s Day party.
“We have a number of things we do that are open to the local community,” said Smith-Kernc. “It’s a way to be of service. We think we’re called to do that.”
Home to nearly 1,200 member souls from 500 families, Our Lady of Lourdes was established in New Holland in 1919. The church moved to its current location in 1972.
“We’d love Our Lady of Lourdes to be seen the way we see it,” said Smith-Kernc, “as a warm and welcoming parish.”
For additional information, go to https://ourlady oflourdesnh.com.
Organizer Karen Smith-Kernc (left), Kris Kringle (center) and organizer Colleen Rooney prepare for Our Lady of Lourdes’ upcoming holiday bazaar.
CFC To Open Second Location at Chestnut Hill
One hundred years after its cornerstone was placed, the historic Chestnut Hill Church building at 344 W. Chestnut St., Lancaster, has been revitalized. Community Fellowship Church (CFC) has completed a 10-month renovation of the landmark and will celebrate the grand opening of its second location with its first public service on Sunday, Nov. 23, at 9 a.m. CFC will also host a Worship & Prayer Night on Thursday, Nov. 20, from 7 to 8 p.m. and a community open house
on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 9 to 11 a.m., both open to the public. Guests are invited to tour the building, meet the pastors, and enjoy live worship. Coffee and refreshments will be served during the open house.
The $4 million renovation, led by Arthur Funk & Sons Construction, preserved the building’s architectural beauty while equipping it for modern ministry. The 25,000-square-foot space features upgraded HVAC, security, and audiovisual
systems; refreshed gathering areas; a new 75-seat balcony; brightened stained-glass windows; and new classrooms for children.
Nathan White, who relocated from Missouri to help launch the new location, will be the main teaching pastor at Chestnut Hill.
The story behind the project is one of God’s timing and provision. As Chestnut Hill Church, an aging but faithful congregation, sought a way to continue its legacy of
ministry, Community Fellowship Church was prayerfully searching for a place to expand. Their connection and shared vision has become what both congregations recognize as a clear act of God’s orchestration.
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Nathan White, teaching pastor at CFC’s new Chestnut Hill location, with his family
Community Fellowship Church is opening its second location in the historic Chestnut Hill building in the city.
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Dermatology Partners To Hold November Food Drive
Dermatology Partners, the Mid-Atlantic’s privately owned, physician-led dermatology group, will support the nearly 40 communities in Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland in which it has clinic locations by holding a
month-long food drive. Throughout November, Dermatology Partners invites patients, team members and neighbors to join with it in collecting nonperishable food items and household essentials to benefit local food banks. Anyone can help by dropping off items such as canned goods and ready-toeat meals, pasta and pasta sauce, rice, granola bars, peanut butter and cereal to any Dermatology Partners location throughout November. Dermatology Partners’ clinic locations can be found at www.dermpartners.com/ locations.
Dermatology Partners will send all food donations to the following local food banks in Pennsylvania: Allentown Food Bank, Chester County Food Bank, Helping Harvest Food Bank, Lancaster Food Hub, Montgomery County Food Bank, Philabundance and Warminster Food Bank. For more information about Dermatology Partners’ November food drive, visit www.dermpartners.com or call 888-818-3376.
Mulberry Art Studios To
Host Troy Ramey
Troy Ramey - An Evening of Stories and Songs will be presented on Friday, Dec. 12, at Mulberry Art Studios, 19-21 N. Mulberry St., Lancaster. Doors will open at 7 p.m.; the show will begin at 8 p.m. Ramey, who works in the tradition of folk, Americana and heartland country music, is known for his intimate storyteller-style show. He started performing in 100-seat coffee houses and listening rooms. Today, he consistently fills 250- to 500-seat historic theaters from Maine to South Carolina. He also books unconventional spaces, such as community centers, opera houses, community theaters, listening rooms and art studios. Ramey has sold more than
15,000 tickets since April 2024 without a record label or a manager.
Ramey recently released his debut album, “All I Had,” a collection that explores the terrain between grief and resilience. He’s currently finishing the release of an acoustic version of the record.
A portion of ticket sales from every show goes to Sound Mind Live, a nonprofit supporting mental health initiatives.
To order tickets for the performance on Dec. 12, visit https://events.humanitix .com/121225. Many of the tickets have already been sold.
For more information about Ramey, including upcoming dates and his music, visit www.troy ramey.com.
Registration Open for Ag Literacy Week
The Pennsylvania Friends of Agriculture Foundation has opened registration for the 2026 Pennsylvania Ag Literacy Week, scheduled for March.
The featured book will be “Cows Can Moo! Can You? All About Farms,” part of The Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library series. The book takes students on a tour of a farm while introducing them to the people, animals, and science behind agriculture.
Ag Literacy Week connects volunteers from the agricultural commu-
nity with classrooms across the state. Volunteers read the featured book, share their experiences, and help students understand how agriculture impacts their daily lives.
Registration will be open through Friday, Dec. 12. Volunteers and community partners may register and purchase their book and classroom resources at www.pfbfriends.com.
For more information, contact the Pennsylvania Friends of Agriculture Foundation at 717-7612740 or visit the aforementioned website.
Fire Company To Host Craft Show
Stevens Fire Company, 91 Stevens Road, Stevens, will host a Christmas craft show and holiday bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 29, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Attendees may browse holiday wreaths, woodcarving, crocheted items, flower arrangements, wooden items, and more. Food will be available.
Admission is free.
Spaces are still available for the craft show on a first-come, first-served basis. Interested individuals may call Sharon Hilton at 717-381-8561.
Women’s Club Sets Meeting
The Lancaster Christian Women’s Club will hold a “Memories” buffet luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 3, at Casa di Fiori at The Inn at Leola Village, 38 Deborah Drive, Leola. Doors will open at 11 a.m.
The program will feature Nancy C. Groff, author of “East, West, Hame’s Best” and the great-granddaughter of Peter T. Watt, a founder of Watt & Shand. She will share a presentation with a memorabilia display about the history of
Watt & Shand. The speaker will be Dawn Loken, who will share “Beyond Imagination.” She will discuss how a person’s heart is the essence of who they are and explain how what someone sets their heart on will determine the course of their life.
All women are invited to attend. There is a cost per person. Reservations and payments are required by Wednesday, Nov. 19. Those registering are asked to note the names of their guests and those they wish
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The Lancaster County Art Association (LCAA), 149 Precision Ave., Strasburg, will kick off its holiday membership show, “Winter Wonderland,” with a reception on Sunday, Nov. 23. The show will run through Sunday, Dec. 21.
A variety of winter and holiday subjects will be exhibited in various mediums. The show will also feature a miniature artwork and original craft exhibit with pieces for sale.
Show hours are Thursdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. Admission is free.
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HSCV Plans Christmas Open House
The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley (HSCV), 237-249 W. Main St., Ephrata, will host its annual Christmas Open House on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Guests will be welcomed into the 1868 Connell Mansion, which houses the Theodore R. Sprecher Museum, complete with three floors of exhibits featuring life in the Cocalico Valley. Attendees will experience the Victorian home decorated for the holidays.
Mark Herr will entertain visitors with his musical talents on the antique pump organ, and Glenn Fisher will provide additional entertainment on his flute. Santa will also be in attendance.
Next door in the 1929
Tudor-style Hamaker House, attendees may make crafts in the library, and a gift shop and light refreshments will be available in the Education Room.
The event is free and open to the public. Parking is available in the rear lot or surrounding public streets. For more information, visit www.cocalicovalleyhs.org or call 717-733-1616.
The Conestoga Press, a living-history print museum located in the carriage house, will feature trained artisans demonstrating printing methods of the past.
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Trivia Event Planned
The Moravian Center of Lancaster will present a trivia contest on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 4 to 6 p.m. on the second floor of 227 N. Queen St., Lancaster.
Featured trivia questions will be about music and artists from the ‘50s through
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The event is free, with prizes awarded to the first-, second-, and third-place winners. Doors will open at 3 p.m. with snacks available for sale.
For more information, call 717-278-9008.
A Christmas tree brings holiday spirit to the Connell Mansion’s Victorian parlor.
The 2024 open house featured festive holiday displays.