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SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
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An Opportunity To Share Joy
Staving Off Cabin Fever By Ann Mead Ash
Since Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf ordered a statewide shutdown on March 16, those who found themselves at home - with or without children - may be struggling to fill the hours in quarantine. Mary Bauer, founder of Lucky Dawg Animal Rescue, based in Chester County, has not hesitated to see the value in the hours. “Take advantage of the quarantine and get some fresh air and exercise with your dog,” said Bauer, who recommended throwing a ball or flying disc or working on basic training techniques. Those without pets to play with also have a variety of options for staving off cabin fever. Time online can be productive for both children and adults, so consider searching the internet for free classes and other educational resources. Podcasts in an area of interest can help make the hours move more quickly, and online puzzles and games can also help keep the brain engaged. The situation is ideal for families to spend time creating quality experiences and memories. Break out the board games or the playing cards or just engage in an old-fashioned game of charades. Getting outside is also a great option. Yard See Cabin Fever pg 3
It’s often said that every challenge is an opportunity - an opportunity to grow, to encourage, to be compassionate, to give, to make others smile. Even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, we at the Merchandiser have noticed countless community members embracing this concept, and we’d love to see more! We’re giving you an opportunity to share your joy by submitting ways you or others are figuratively turning lemons into lemonade. What fun activities have you done with your kids? What made you smile today? What constructive hobbies have you found to help you adjust to recent life changes? What has someone else done - knowingly or unknowingly that has blessed you or encouraged you? Tell your experiences at www.face book.com/townlively. Pictures and videos are welcome! Some stories will be chosen to be highlighted in a future issue of the Merchandiser and on townlively.com.
The members of the Troxell family of Mount Joy, including (clockwise from left) Charli, Charlie, and Alli, played four-square together during a recent day off from school. The Troxell children attend Dayspring Christian Academy in Mountville. Families are encouraged to find safe, fun activities to do together while many of their other activities may be on hiatus.
Using Civil Engineering To Impact Eternity North Star Initiative Welcomes “It will stretch you and sometimes principal at David Miller/Associates make you uncomfortable, but it will be a Inc. in Lancaster, has more than Community To The Battle life-changing experience,” shared Jim 30 years of engineering experience. Boyer, speaking about mission work with Friends In Action (FIA), such as his recent short-term trip to the Pacific island country of Vanuatu. Boyer, who is currently the president and managing
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With headquarters in Middletown, FIA supports mission work in areas of limited infrastructure worldwide by using construction projects and other practical service to spread the message See Friends In Action pg 4
Lancaster resident Jim Boyer (center) traveled to Vanuatu in late 2019 with Friends In Action, a Middletown-based organization that supports mission work in areas of limited infrastructure worldwide by using construction projects and practical service to spread the message of the Gospel.
By Ann Mead Ash
“We think it’s important for people to know about (human) trafficking and to know it happens right here in Lancaster County,” said Janelle Esbenshade, director of development with North Star Initiative, “with the hope that once they understand … if they come in contact with (someone who is being trafficked), they will be educated enough to know what to do.” To help make community members aware of the signs of trafficking, North Star Initiative will hold an See North Star Initiative pg 2
Psychologist Dr. Angel Daniels, who specializes in complex trauma, including human trafficking, will be one of several panelists at Petra Church, New Holland, at 6 p.m. on May 14 when North Star Initiative hosts Welcome to the Battle, an event to raise awareness and educate attendees about human trafficking.
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