At just 9 years old, Carrigan Price has secured her spot in basketball history. She is the first participant from the Columbia-Middletown Elks 1074 Hoop Shoot to advance to the national competition, where she not only won first place in her age division, but she also took home an award as the highest-scoring girl in the entire competition. Her win came after a nail-biting shootout victory on April 26 in Chicago, earning her national recognition and her name on the wall at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in Massachusetts.
Carrigan, who is the daughter of Ryan and Michele Price, is a fourth-grader at Landisville Intermediate Center. Her journey to the national competition began in November when she participated in the local event in Columbia.
Carrigan’s winning path was paved with consistent excellence. At each of the previous stageslocal, district, state and regional - she sank 23 out of 25 free throws each time. She ultimately qualified to represent her region at the national competition hosted by the Elks organization, which includes six divisions split by gender and age: 8 to 9, 10 to 11 and 12 to 13.
In Chicago, Carrigan faced stiff competition and intense pressure. After making 24 out of 25 free throws in regulation, she found herself tied with another contestant. What followed was a dramatic series of five shootouts of five shots each. In the end, Carrigan emerged victorious, scoring 45 out of 50 to clinch the
national title by a single shot.
“I felt happy because it was my first year, and I didn’t think I could make it all the way and win nationals,” Carrigan said. She wasn’t just the top in her division. Her overall score made her the highest-scoring girl across all age groups at the event. That achievement earned her the Getty Powell Award, which she will receive in June at the Elks national convention in Kansas City.
Carrigan’s journey began almost by chance. Her parents noticed an article about the local Hoop Shoot in the Merchandiser and encouraged her to give it a
try. It turned out to be a full-circle moment. Both Michele and her brother, Mike Alpaugh, had competed in the Elks Hoop Shoot in their youth, though they hadn’t initially realized it was the same program.
Although Carrigan played basketball, she wasn’t used to focusing specifically on free throws. But she rose to the challenge, driven by her competitive spirit and strong family support.
From the start, her dad helped her design a rigorous practice regimen.
“Every single time we had free time, me and my dad would go to schools, parks and Spooky Nook,
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Pick up a bargain or a oneof-a-kind handcrafted item and support the local community at the same time by attending the Holy Trinity Art, Craft and Yard Sale. The event is scheduled to take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, at Janson Park, located at 650 Cherry St. in Columbia.
Hosted by Holy Trinity Catholic Church, the show will offer something for everyone, according to event coordinator Janelle Schlosser.
“We have over 70 vendors and four food trucks scheduled to attend,” she stated. “There is a wide variety of handmade creations including woodworking, tie-dye, crocheted items, photography, candles, jewelry,
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More than 100 years ago, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks began holding an annual observance of Flag Day.
The Columbia-Middletown Elks 1074 will continue the tradition when it hosts its Flag Day ceremony in the gazebo in Locust Street Park, 550 Locust St., Columbia, on Sunday, June 8, at 1 p.m.
“The Elks officers and trustees, led by Exalted Ruler Sue Luttman,
will present the Elks Flag Day ceremony to celebrate the history of our country’s flag,” explained Robin Gamby, chair of the event. Members of the Frontier Girls, Boy Scout Troop 35 and Columbia Cub Pack 35 will assist with the ceremony.
“Our guest speaker will be William ‘Bill’ Terry,” Gamby shared. “Bill is a 21-year retired U.S. Navy medical deep-sea diver. Bill is also involved with the Lancaster County Navy Club and founded a Veterans
Carrigan Price (center) with her trophy and her parents, Ryan and Michele Price
People enjoy a previous year’s Holy Trinity Art, Craft and Yard Sale.
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and we’d do simulations,” she recalled. They mimicked shootout conditions, even practicing scenarios where Carrigan would shoot first or second, with rounds of 10 and 15 shots.
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“I wanted her to be prepared for every situation,” Ryan shared, and that turned out to be a great strategy. “At the national event, anything that could happen, happened.”
As nationals approached, Carrigan’s shooting percentages climbed.
“She was always stuck in the 23 range, but as we got closer, she was getting 24s and 25s,” Ryan said. “When she punched the first 10 out of 10 in Chicago, I was feeling good.”
Carrigan herself was remarkably composed under pressure. Spectators and commentators noted her poise, as she smiled through the competition. Her calmness belied her nerves.
“When I got there, I was nervous,” she admitted. “I looked through a book of stats and was worried about the competition’s numbers.”
Beyond her impressive performance, Carrigan also displayed grace and sportsmanship. Val Kissinger, chair of the Hoop Shoot for Columbia Elks 1074, accompanied the Prices to Chicago and was struck by Carrigan’s maturity.
“One thing that I really admired about Carrigan is that the little girl who got second place was sitting right beside her after Carrigan won,” she said, “and Carrigan was consoling her.”
For her efforts, Carrigan received a medal, a hat and a trophy at the awards ceremony. She traveled to nationals with her parents and her older sister, Cassidy, where she enjoyed themed events like trivia night, a “Space Jam” movie night and, of course, the competition. She especially liked trading custom Hoop Shoot cards with other participants and meeting kids from across the country, including as far away as Alaska.
animal treats and so much more.”
Beyond the handmade crafts and artisanal goods, visitors will also find multiple yard sale stands offering secondhand treasures. Families with children will want to stop by the kids’ tent, where free face painting and free coloring books will be available for the first 75 kids who come by.
Schlosser emphasized that both admission and parking for the event are free, making it an affordable outing for individuals and families alike. She also noted that beyond just shopping and fun, the event plays a meaningful role in supporting the church and the broader community.
“This is our fifth year holding this event,” said Schlosser, who is vice president of the St. Matthew Ministry at the church. The event started during the pandemic, when church attendance was impacted. “We took this on as a fundraiser to raise money for the church since collections were down,” she said.
Church, which is located just down the street at 409 Cherry St. in Columbia.
In addition to the offerings at the event itself, Schlosser encouraged visitors to explore the town of Columbia, which she describes as full of charm and local treasures.
“Columbia is a great town with a lot to offer,” she said. “Since you’re in town to shop, take a walk down Locust Street and check out the stores or head over to Susquehanna Glass for their summer sale after you visit us.”
Holy Trinity Catholic Church also welcomes the public to join in worship during weekly services. Mass is held on weekdays at 7:30 a.m., on Saturdays at 5 p.m. and again on Sundays at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The church offers numerous children’s programs, community outreach opportunities, and ways to grow in faith and service. For more information about the parish, visit https://holy trinitycolumbiapa.com.
Carrigan’s shooting style includes a few personal touches. She wears her lucky shirt and basketball shoes and always remembers her dad’s “golden rule”: Don’t miss two in a row. When that happened at the national competition, she quickly regrouped.
“When I think I’m going to miss, I take a breath before I shoot,” she said, noting that in the final round, she sealed her victory with determination and grit. “I said in my head, ‘I’m ending this,’ and I punched a 5 out of 5.”
Youths can mark their calendars for the next local Hoop Shoot on Sunday, Nov. 9. For more information, visit elks .org/hoopshoot.
Fans can watch Carrigan’s performance on YouTube at https://bit .ly/3YH1403 (Carrigan’s shots begin at about the 36-minute mark) and discover why Carrigan’s cousin gave her a new moniker.
“My sister told me something my cousin had said while he was watching it online,” Carrigan shared. “He said, ‘You’re the No. 1 8-to-9 girls’ Michael Jordan.’”
The proceeds raised from the show will go toward repairs and maintenance at Holy Trinity Catholic
For more information about the upcoming sale, search for “Holy Trinity’s 5th Annual Art, Craft and Yard Sale” on Facebook.
Boat tours with lectures planned
Susquehanna National Heritage Area will offer boat tours on the Chief Uncas with on-the-water lectures on various topics. Cruises will leave at 7 p.m. from the Zimmerman Center for Heritage, 1706 Long Level Road, Wrightsville. The tours that include lectures will be Thursday, June 5, “Fishing Weirs” with Melanie Mahew; Thursday, June 12, “Birding on the Susquehanna” with
Sara Gotwols; Thursday, July 3, “The Susquehanna and the American Revolution” with Jim McClure; Thursday, Aug. 7, “The Underground Railroad” with Nelson Polite; and Thursday, Aug. 14, “Pennsylvania’s Environmental History” with Dr. Allen Dietrich-Ward. There is a fee. For more information and to book tickets, visit https:// susqnha.org/events/.
Class schedules 50th reunion
The Hempfield High School Class of 1975 will hold its 50th class reunion on Friday, Sept. 12, from 7 to 11 p.m. and on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 6 to 10 p.m. The Friday event will take place at the Lancaster Tennis & Yacht Club, 2615 Columbia Ave., Lancaster, and the Saturday event will take place at Blue Collar Restaurant,
949 Church St., Landisville. For more information and to preregister by Friday, Aug. 15, visit www .hempfieldlandisville classof1975.com, email hempfieldclassof1975@ gmail.com, or call Eric Muench at 717-314-0404. Details are also available by searching for “Hempfield High School Class of 1975” on Facebook.
Academy to offer summer art camp
Dayspring Christian Academy, 120 College Ave., Mountville, will offer Creative Kids Art Camp for students entering grades one to eight. The camp will feature hand sewing, painting, cardboard construction and more. Sessions will be held from 9 a.m. to noon from Monday, July 7, through Friday, July 11, and from Monday, July 21, through Friday, July 25.
Led by Dayspring lower school art teacher Bonnie
Lucas, Creative Kids Art Camp will expose campers to a variety of art techniques as they complete several projects throughout the week. Projects will typically be more in-depth than what is offered during school art classes. Camp size is limited to allow more individualized instruction. For more information about Creative Kids Art Camp, visit www.dayspring christian.com or call the school at 717-285-2000.
Community hymn sing posted
Mennonite Life will host a community hymn sing at Stumptown Mennonite Church, 2813 Stumptown Road, Bird-in-Hand, on Saturday, May 31, from 7 to 8 p.m. as part of an ongoing commemoration of Anabaptism’s 500th anniversary.
Congregational singing has long been an integral part of Anabaptist worship. The oldest known Anabaptist hymns are recorded in the Ausbund, first published in 1564. The songs were written by early Anabaptists imprisoned for their faith in Passau, Germany. In the centuries since, the hymn tradition has grown, shaped by migration, new languages, ecumenical influence and
Lititz Christian School will bring center to Marietta
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Building on more than four decades of early childhood education experience, Lititz Christian School will open a second early learning center this fall. The Early Learning Center West Campus is set to open on Tuesday, Sept. 2, and will be located at Community Bible Church, 331 Anderson Ferry Road, Marietta.
The new location will help the school serve families in the Donegal School District and surrounding communities, said Amy Hurst, marketing assistant.
and wraparound care in Lancaster County, Hurst shared. Transportation will be provided to the school from Donegal Primary and Intermediate schools.
“We feel incredibly blessed by the opportunity to provide a much-needed service to the Marietta community,” said Allyson Harmon, head of school at Lititz Christian. “We are passionate about offering a safe, educational environment where students and families feel loved, supported and deeply cared for.”
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The hymn sing will feature song leaders from various Mennonite traditions across Lancaster County, including Mennonite Church USA, LMC and Weaverland Conference. A group of Amish singers will sing the “Lob Lied,” a hymn from the Ausbund and the second song sung at Amish church services.
Group singing will be interspersed with storytelling, exploring shifts in Anabaptist worship throughout the centuries.
The hymn sing is free and open to all. Those planning to attend are encouraged to register and suggest hymns for consideration at www.mennonitelife.org/ events.
“We know the need for quality child care is great, and we’ve seen firsthand how impactful it can be for families,” she explained. “After opening our new center in Lititz and seeing its successwhere we now provide care to over 100 students every day - we recognized an opportunity to expand our mission and serve even more families.”
One of the school’s administrators, Ryan McCracken, is a lifelong member of Community Bible Church and knew the location was ideally situated for families.
The Early Learning Center West Campus in Marietta will offer care for infants through kindergarten students, in addition to before- and after-school care for elementary students in the Donegal School District. This expansion comes in response to growing demand for quality early childhood education
Lititz Christian opened in 1978. The main campus, serving students in kindergarten through 12th grade, is located on Orange Street in Lititz, with an Early Learning Center on Green Acre Road in Lititz. After-school programs are offered in the school’s main building as well as at Doe Run Elementary and Baron Elementary in the
Hannah Lucas displays this year’s featured project, a handsewn dog and cat.
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Students enjoy a story at Lititz Christian School.
Sierra Club awards grants
The Sierra Club - Lancaster Group, as part of its activities celebrating Earth Day, April 22, announced the names of 15 Lancaster County 501(c)(3) organizations that have been awarded Green Project grants. Each of the organizations, in submitted proposals, requested support of a venture that promotes sustainability, expands environmental awareness, and improves green infrastructure.
With this latest round of awards, each up to $500, a total of 110 Lancaster County organizations have received Green Grants from the Sierra Club - Lancaster Group over the past 10 years.
The grant recipients and their projects are Church of the Apostles United Church of Christ to prepare for a Science in the Park program that brings inner-city
kids to the church’s 5-acre Rader Park; the Conservation Foundation of Lancaster County, supporting its environmental literacy project, which includes a professional development conference on elements of watershed biodiversity that can be shared with students in the classroom; and Franklin & Marshall College, designing and painting the college’s compost bin in Buchanan Park to make it more attractive and then using it as a model to redesign other F&M-Lancaster Compost Co-Op bins in Lancaster city.
In addition, the Friends of the Railroad Museum, constructing a new native plant garden with signage at the northeast side of the museum in Strasburg; Greystone Manor Therapeutic Riding Center, purchasing native and pollinator plants to be placed in front
of and alongside its barn with the goal of restoring local ecosystems and enhancing water quality; and Historic Poole Forge, stabilizing embankments, removing invasive vines in rain gardens, restocking plants lost to drought, and replacing a rotted fence in the pollinator garden.
Also, Homefields Care Farm, building a biochar retort furnace that will impound carbon and make biologically active and improved soil modifications throughout its acreage; Immerse International, creating a mini meadow on a small portion of its campus as a continuation of a plan to add more native plants and trees throughout its property; and Let’s Go 1-2-3, in partnership with Northeast Neighbors/Northeast Green and Lancaster Cemetery, preparing for its fall community cleanup at the 20-acre Lancaster Cemetery, a project that will bolster and supplement past efforts to clear out, replant, and maintain the cemetery’s native gardens, shrubs, and trees.
Also, Let’s Go 1-2-3, a second proposal, providing support for the Hazel Jackson Day of Action/Nature Fest in September at Hazel Jackson Middle School in southeast Lancaster; Peace United Church of Christ, buying plants for its community garden
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Navy Club is looking for a few good men (and women)
BY CAT SHANNON
In 2016, Bill Terry was attending a local craft show when a T-shirt someone was wearing caught his eye.
“I saw it said something about a Navy Ship Club, and I asked about it,” recalled the Navy veteran. “I said, ‘Where do you meet?’ I learned more about the club and thought, ‘Yeah, I can do this. It could be fun.’”
Now almost a decade later, Terry is among the dwindling number of club members. He and the other active participants are hoping more veterans will step up to join Navy Club Ship 166.
“Our club is open to anyone who goes to seaNavy, Marines, Coast Guard personnel,” Terry said. “We’re looking for people who are interested in participating in car shows and community parades.”
At one time, the club boasted more than 100 members. Today, about 15 people are in the group, with four or five members doing the lion’s share of the work.
“All of us in the club are Vietnam-era veterans,” Terry said, noting that he served beginning in 1970, right out of high school. “We’re desperately looking for others to join us, maybe some younger veterans especially.”
Terry estimates that the club members participate in almost 20 parades from April through November, including the Memorial Day parades in Mount Joy, Manheim and Columbia. The group also participates in the Taste of Mount Joy Cruisin’ Cuisine Car Show and Thunder on the River in Columbia.
Whenever the group appears in public, the members like to make a splash.
“Someone had donated a large fishing boat to the club, which we got painted in battleship gray,” Terry said. “We deck it all out for parades, with LED lights around it, and we have wooden 20-millimeter machine guns that are mounted like they would be on a ship. We also have two things that appear to be torpedoes on the side of the boat. It’s set up to look like what a PT (Patrol, Torpedo) boat would have had.”
The club members also play recorded patriotic songs and military anthems through speakers to provide extra entertainment during parades.
When club members participate in a parade, they especially enjoy interacting with the crowd.
“We’ll be standing in the boat, and we will scan the crowd, looking for folks wearing a hat or anything that indicates they served,” Terry said. “We’ll point right at that person, give them a salute and say, ‘Welcome home.’ We want to make sure no soldier is ever forgotten.”
The club raises funds for its activities through the sale of custom T-shirts.
Each features caricatures of the mascots associated with each military branch.
The Navy Club of the
United States was authorized by Congress in 1940.
Local clubs are assigned a number in the national organization, corresponding to a PT boat number. The Lancaster club is named for PT 166, which was designed and built during World War II. It was sunk off the Solomon Islands in 1943.
Terry, who lives in East Hempfield Township, emphasized that the club is open to any veteran of the Navy, Marines or Coast Guard in central Pennsylvania.
“Come to a meeting and see what we’re all about,” he said. “We charge yearly dues, but for first-time members, we waive that if they participate in three activities during the year.”
The club meets at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of the month, unless it’s a holiday, at the Mount Joy VFW, 125 Longenecker Road, Mount Joy.
Terry underscored the emotions of participating in a parade where he has a chance to represent his country and showcase his service.
“Even little kids, like 5 or 6 years old into teenagers, some of them will stand up and salute you,” he said. “That just tugs at your heart.”
For more information, contact Terry by calling or texting 562-896-0824.
Soccer club sets summer camp
Eastern York Soccer Club invites young athletes to a summer camp, to be held Tuesday through Friday, June 10 to 13, at Barshinger Fields on Accomac Road in Hellam. While the camp is for U9-and-up players, based on their level in the fall season, current U8 players with a 2017
birth year are also eligible to attend.
U9 to U11 boys and girls will meet from 5 to 6:15 p.m., with boys and girls in U12 to U18 programs meeting from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The boys will be instructed by Brahk Morrison, and the girls’ instructors will be Amanda Strange and
Kyrsten Strange. Camp will focus on improving players’ skills including one-on-one, foot skills, first touch, and game knowledge. There is a fee per participant, and registration is requested by Friday, June 6. To register, visit https:// system.gotsport.com/ programs/3S8374631.
Members of the Navy Ship Club 166 participate in a parade.
Breakfast Club that meets in Lancaster.”
Columbia Mayor Leo Lutz will address the audience at the ceremony and will issue a proclamation.
The Scouts will hand out small flags and lapel pins to the audience prior to the ceremony.
“Local Elks lodges throughout the United States, Guam, Puerto Rico and the Panama Canal celebrate Flag Day on or around the official date of Flag Day, June 14,” said Luttman. “The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is the only fraternal organization to require a formal observance of Flag Day.”
In July of 1908, the Elks Grand Lodge required all subordinate lodges to observe the holiday. June 14 was officially established as Flag Day by a proclamation by President Woodrow Wilson in 1916. Flag Day was not a national observance until 1949, when President Harry Truman, himself an Elks member, was inspired through his lodge in Independence, Mo., to sign an act of Congress that dedicated June 14 to the symbol of our country.
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Manheim Central School District.
“Our team works hard to meet each child’s specific needs, creating a nurturing environment where every student can thrive,” Hurst said. “We are more than just a school. We’re a family. Relationships matter deeply to us, and we take seriously the trust families place in us.
When you enroll your child here, you’re not just joining a program. You’re becoming part of a community that’s committed to partnering with you in your child’s growth and development.”
The school emphasizes care for the whole child - academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually, she said.
“We believe that each child is fearfully and wonderfully made, and our goal is to nurture them in a safe, joyful environment where they
As Gamby explained, the Elks are a patriotic and charitable organization.
Since the organization began 157 years ago, the Elks have donated more than $12 billion to various beneficiaries. There are close to 2,000 Elks Lodges across the country with a total membership of more than 750,000 people.
“The local ColumbiaMiddletown Elks No. 1074
Lodge has over 650 members and has invested over $380,000 in the local community over the past five years to enrich our community,” Luttman said.
She encourages people to come to the park for the ceremony, adding, “Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy this patriotic celebration of our country’s flag.”
The ceremony will be held rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, an alternate location for the ceremony will be announced on Facebook. To learn more about the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, visit www.elks.org. For more information about the local lodge, search for “Columbia-Middletown Elks #1074” on Facebook.
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feel known, loved and valued,” she said. “We also focus on developmentally appropriate learning experiences that foster curiosity, creativity and confidence.”
She emphasized that students receive a wellrounded experience at Lititz Christian School.
“Whether it’s exploring through play, learning foundational academic skills or developing social-emotional awareness, our program is designed to prepare children for the next step while keeping Christ at the center of it all,” she shared.
“When families choose us, they’re choosing more than a high-quality education. They’re choosing a partnership in laying a strong spiritual and educational foundation for their child’s future.”
To learn more about the new West Campus in Marietta, visit www.lititzchristian.net.
that offers members and neighbors fresh produce and generates compost material for future use; and Rivertownes PA USA, installing bat houses for its insect-eating occupants at four locations in Marietta.
In addition, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Lancaster, making its existing 50-year-old retention basin more efficient and effective through the use of native plants and grasses as an alternative to the existing monoculture; Thomas Wharton Elementary School PTO, developing further its Wonder Garden, an edible foods garden that offers students an outdoor classroom where, through hands-on experiences, they acquire expertise in gardening, sustainability, and other eco-environmental practices; and West Lancaster Jewels Neighborhood Committee, acquiring gardening supplies for student volunteers recruited
to work in its community garden.
Awarded once a year, the grants are primarily supported with funds generated by the Sierra Group’s Polar Bear 5K Trail Run/Hike and, more recently, with money donated to the organization by its participation in the ExtraGive. Charitable, educational, or business organizations in Lancaster County that demonstrate a commitment to the Sierra Club’s mission of “exploring, enjoying, and protecting the planet” are eligible to apply for a grant.
The deadline to apply for the next cycle of awards is Tuesday, March 31, 2026; recipients will be announced on Earth Day. For complete details about the Green Project Grant Program, visit http://lancastersierraclub .org/grant-program, call 717-475-0586, or email jimsmeenan@gmail.com.
People honor the flag at last year’s ceremony in Columbia.
Servant Stage to present “Swing!”
Servant Stage will present the Broadway musical “Swing!” to audiences across Lancaster County this summer. The show will be performed from Friday, June 6, to Sunday, Aug. 10, at various locations, with several featured performances.
“Swing!” will be presented over two weekends at Lancaster Alliance Church, 210 Pitney Road, Lancaster, from June 6 to Sunday, June 15. These performances will take place at 7 p.m. on Fridays, at 3 and 7 p.m. on Saturdays, and at 3 p.m. on Sundays. There will also be two performances in Lititz Springs Park, 24 N. Broad St., Lititz, on Sunday, Aug. 3, at 3 and 7 p.m. A weekend of performances at Warwick High School, 301 W. Orange St., Lititz, will also take place on Friday, Aug. 8, at 7 p.m.;
Dancers rehearse for Servant Stage’s upcoming production of “Swing!”
Saturday, Aug. 9, at 3 and 7 p.m.; and Aug. 10 at 3 p.m. Information on additional performances is available at www.servantstage.org.
“Swing!” will feature dance numbers, vocals, and an eight-piece swing band performing classics that celebrate the golden
age of big band music. The musical is directed and choreographed by Joshua William Green with musical direction from pianist and bandleader Marshall Lentz.
Servant Stage’s mission is to make high-quality theater accessible to everyone,
Food safety courses available
Penn State Extension will offer several food safety certification courses. To register for any of these courses and for more information, call 877-345-0691 or visit https://extension.psu .edu/food-safety -manager-certificate -training-options.
The ServSafe Food Safety Manager course will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. on Wednesdays, June 11 and 18, in Room 149 at the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster. The exam will begin at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 25. The in-person trainings will teach participants how to prevent contami -
nation by properly receiving, storing, preparing, cooking, cooling, and serving food and by sanitizing food service facilities. The course will be led by certified ServSafe instructors.
Participants who complete the course and pass the multiple-choice exam with a score of 70% or higher will receive a ServSafe Food Protection Manager certificate. This certificate is valid for five years.
The course fee covers the cost of the most recent edition of the ServSafe Manager book, learning materials, and exam. The deadline to register for the course and exam is Wednesday, June 4.
The TAP Online Food Safety Manager Certification course will also be offered. This course helps food service managers, chefs, caterers, cooks, health officials, and inspectors prepare to take a Food Protection Manager certification exam, such as ServSafe.
The online course is self-paced, can be started anytime throughout the year, and must be completed within 180 days of enrollment. While the online portion can be taken anytime, the exam is conducted in person.
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Ticket reservations are recommended. Tickets may be reserved by visiting the aforementioned website or calling 717-455-0255.
There is a fee.
Participants who complete the online course and pass the proctored multiple-choice exam with a score of 70% or higher will receive a ServSafe Food Protection Manager certificate. This certificate is valid for five years.
A third option, the Food Safety Manager Certification Prep Course, will be available as a live online webinar that will prepare participants for the certification exam. Participants will receive live instruction from food safety experts without needing to travel.
The course will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 18 and 25. The registration deadline is Sunday, June 8.
A textbook will be mailed before the first day’s class. After the course, participants can choose from several certification exam options, available in multiple languages. There are separate fees for the course and exam. Participants are responsible for registering and paying for their chosen exam.
All course and exam options meet the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture requirements for the Food Employee Certification Act.
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Millersville University to host conference
Millersville University will host its fifth annual Sustainable Development Goals Conference on Thursday, June 5, focusing on “Building Safer Communities: Reducing Community and School Violence.” The conference will take place at The Ware Center, 42 N. Prince St., Lancaster, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The conference aims to facilitate dialogue on innovative solutions, best practices, and resource sharing to promote peace, justice, and community safety in alignment with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), particularly SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.
The event will feature keynote addresses from regional experts on violence prevention and
community resilience, interactive workshops led by community and school safety innovators, panel discussions with local and regional leaders, networking opportunities for participants, and a resource fair showcasing tools and programs for violence reduction.
Conference participants will explore various approaches to reducing violence, trauma-informed community building, successful school safety initiatives, and collaborative models that have shown measurable results in communities across the region and commonwealth.
There is a per-person cost, with a light breakfast and lunch included. To register, visit www.millersville .edu/ceged/events/.
Local swimmer earns honor
Several Lebanon Valley College winter student-athletes were named Academic All-District by College Sports Communicators, including Natalie Bourne of Columbia.
School names new administrator
York Country Day School has announced the appointment of Doug Key as its next head of school effective on Tuesday, July 1. Doug will succeed Christine Heine, who has served in the role for the past 11 years.
Doug has more than 20 years of leadership experience in independent schools, most recently serving as head of school at York School in Monterey, Calif. There, he led innovative curriculum development, expanded community partnerships, and drove strategic enrollment initiatives and philanthropic efforts.
Doug noted that one of his aims at York Country Day School is to help the school continue strengthening its relationship with York College of Pennsylvania.
Doug and his wife, Michelle, said they are excited to be returning to
the East Coast. Michelle, a former prekindergarten director and elementary school teacher, holds a bachelor’s degree from Slippery Rock University in western Pennsylvania. The couple has four children. Doug also has family members nearby in Philadelphia and Maryland.
For more information about York Country Day School and its programs, visit www.ycds.org.
Bourne, a graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School, is pursuing a bachelor of science in exercise science at
Lebanon Valley College. Bourne swam on three relay teams at the Middle Atlantic Conference Championships and was the leadoff leg on the 200-medley relay and the 400-medley relay. This is her second consecutive season earning All-District honors.
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FAITH BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 151 Donnerville Rd., Lancaster (one block south of Columbia Avenue). Pastor: Keith M. Long. 8:45 am Sunday School (with nursery and classes for children, youth and adults); 10:15 a.m. SundayWorship Service (with nursery and children’s church). Wed.: 6:30 p.m. AWANA Clubs (K6); Wed.: 6:30 pm Youth Group 717-285-1900. www.faithbfc.com
OPEN DOOR MISSION MIRACLE LIFE CHURCH: 201 S 2nd St. Wrightsville Bridging gaps, Uplifting Lives, Revealing God's Love. Pastor Stephen Rambler Sundays 10:30AM & 6:30PM ODMMLC.COM 717-854-1220
ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH: Sixth & Locust St., Columbia. Pastor: Rev. Richard Whitesel. In-Person Worship Schedule: Wed. 10:15 am, Sun. 10:15 am. Sunday service is also available on Facebook live & YouTube. Holy Eucharist at all services. Handicap accessible. Meals on Wheels ministry 717-684-4244, church office 717-6842763. www.stjohnscol.org
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH: 243 Hellam Street in Wrightsville. (717-252-2417) Sunday morning service at 9:15am with Holy Eucharist. Handicap accessible. We can be found on Facebook.
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WITF to host free educational events
Pennon Education and WITF will host two free, family-friendly “Ready, Set, Explore Slide Into Summer” events. On Saturday, May 31, the event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the WITF Public Media Center, 4801 Lindle Road, Harrisburg. The event on Saturday, June 7, will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Lancaster Public Library, 151 N. Queen St., Lancaster.
The first 50 families to check in at each event will receive a free STEM in a Box education kit packed with materials to encourage summer learning. Each child who attends one of the events will receive a free copy of “The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind” by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer, available as a picture book or young reader’s edition. The events will also offer activities for families, including creating a pinwheel to investigate how wind creates energy, coding hungry Ozobot “ants” to eat a picnic, building a bee hotel to support local pollinators, designing a rollercoaster to explore
force and motion, planting a seed to watch it grow all summer long, and taking a picture with Molly from PBS KIDS’ “Molly of Denali.” Every activity is inspired by and connected to a book, allowing families to make connections between the stories and their own creations.
People who attend the Harrisburg event will have the opportunity to experience the new Digital Creator Studio at the WITF Public Media Center. Families will discover the science behind green screens by choosing a summer photo background and transporting themselves to sunny beaches, vibrant parks or tropical paradises. The Digital Creator Studio will also host several youth summer camps and Youth Voice initiatives this summer where local students will learn how to critically analyze and create their own digital content.
Activities at both events are designed for children ages 3 to 14, but people of all ages are welcome. For more information or to register, visit www.witf .org/ready.
