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At Elizabethtown College, students in the Public Heritage Studies Program have the opportunity to explore and preserve the rich local history of Lancaster County and beyond, while gaining hands-on experience that will prepare them for careers in museums, archives and history preservation.

While the program is open

to college students, its benefits to the community extend well beyond the campus.

The roots of the Public Heritage Studies Program run deep. Director Jean-Paul Benowitz, who has taught history at Elizabethtown for 33 years, began developing local history courses after publishing books on the history of the college and the borough in 2014 and 2015. What began as a certificate

BY CAT SHANNON

TDonegal Class of 2025 Looks to the Future Outdoors

he 71st commencement ceremony at Donegal High School took place on June 5, when members of the Class of 2025 gathered to celebrate achievements and take the next step into the future.

Mia McKenzie Seidel was named valedictorian, and Kathryn Rae Fernald earned salutatorian honors. Both students spoke at the ceremony, along with class president Ayomikun Akinrinwoye and Student Council president Isabella Messina. Delaney Witman sang the national anthem, accompanied by Trevor Engel on violin.

In his speech, Ayomikun highlighted the achievements of his classmates from the sports fields to the stage. He also shared a poem

he wrote called “The Passionate Babble of a Baby.”

“We stand, newly born, constantly adapting new forms,” he recited. “What now? More struggle, more choices. Is this the norm? So many emotions, yet so torn.”

He shared his reflections on his years as a Donegal student and added, “The worst mistake we make as kids is saying, ‘I can’t wait to grow up.’” He encouraged his peers to be proud of themselves and ready to embrace a future that will include new adventures.

In her speech, Mia acknowledged the unknowns she and her classmates will face as they become adults, but she remained hopeful that the Class of 2025 will overcome whatever comes their way. She thanked the people who have influenced the students, from

family members to school staff.

“It’s these people that teach us to serve our community even if no one is watching,” she said. “It’s these people that teach us to be kind to others, no matter the indifference. It’s these people that teach us to be patient with one another as we step into our own journeys.” Mia will attend the University of Pennsylvania, where she plans to major in psychology and philosophy, with a minor in German.

Kathryn encouraged her classmates to picture themselves hiking up the mountains of life.

BY GEORGE DEIBEL

It’s said that faith will move mountains.

Mountain Conquerors participants are neither required to move a mountain nor expected to scale one on their own.

Instead they will have an opportunity to embark on a potentially life-altering adventure.

Mountain Conquerors is an

organization founded in 2010 by pastor Matt Kroll. “It is an outdoor camp that teaches leadership skills, life skills, and grows character,” he said. “It provides the experience of a lifetime. That’s our motto, and that’s what we do.”

Until this year, the expedition, which is free thanks to sponsors, was only available for boys ages 13 to 16. MCg, Mountain Conquerors Girls,

Mia Seidel

Kathryn Fernald

Jean-Paul Benowitz (left) teaches Elizabethtown College students.

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program has grown into a fullfledged minor, supported by the Young Center for Anabaptist and Pietist Studies, which highlights the regional heritage of the Amish, Mennonites and Church of the Brethren.

Central Pennsylvania is the perfect spot for the program, Benowitz said. Lancaster and York played pivotal roles in early American history, serving as temporary capitals and the birthplace of the Articles of Confederation. The region was also home to Thaddeus Stevens, a key figure behind the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments.

“The classes are interdisciplinary; students from a wide variety of majors take these courses and complete the minor.”

Student projects through the program have included researching and reporting about every building on the Elizabethtown College campus to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the college’s founding. Beyond the campus, students have worked in neighboring communities to preserve the past.

information about all the people who lived in the property and contributed to local history, Benowitz said.

careers in the field of public history and historic preservation.”

Along with exploring the electronic maps students have created, Benowitz encourages people to support historical research by getting involved with the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County, Marietta Restoration Associates or the Historic Harrisburg Association.

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“It is not an exaggeration to say the heritage of this area was important in the establishment of American democracy,” Benowitz remarked. “And the future of American democracy relies on our understanding of our local heritage, building on this important legacy.”

As Benowitz explained, students who want to earn a minor choose from a concentration in either applied history or historic preservation. “Courses are open to all students of all years/cohorts and all academic majors,” he stated.

“In the fall and spring semesters, all Public Heritage Studies courses have a community-based learning component requiring students to conduct field work and research in the local community,” Benowitz said. “These projects are also conducted during the summer through a program at the college called Summer Creative Arts and Research program (SCARP).”

Each spring semester since 2019, students research a report about a historically significant property in the National Historic District of Marietta, where the student explains the architectural style of the property, the history of the property and biographical

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“Every fall semester, students choose a local historic site or museum and conduct research about an artifact in the collection’s archives, producing print and electronic versions of a brochure explaining the significance of the artifacts to the collection’s history and enticing researchers to visit the local historic site or museum,” he stated.

This coming fall semester, students will conduct genealogical research about their family history and film a presentation to show family members to reveal interesting facts about their heritage based on the PBS show “Finding Your Roots.”

Students have also created online maps that are used by genealogists and historians conducting research.

The college program helps students discover more about local history while also providing opportunities to share their findings on a larger scale.

“Donate historically significant books, letters, documents, photographs, artifacts to various local historical societies, record or write down memories of local history and donate to the library/archival collections at various local historical societies,” he said.

Benowitz also encourages people to sign up to participate in City As Text - Places As Text, an all-day program he will lead that will be held on Saturday, Aug. 9, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Pennsylvania Chautauqua Hall of Philosophy, 212 Gettysburg Ave., Mount Gretna.

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“Several honors students have made their Public Heritage Studies projects into their senior thesis,” Benowitz remarked. “They have presented at local and national conferences. These thesis projects have contributed to their being accepted into competitive Public Heritage Studies graduate programs and

“City As Text is an active experiential learning approach to exploring local history and culture,” Benowitz said. Small groups will explore, observe and reflect through the event. To learn more, visit https://mtgretna history.org/events.

To explore the digital maps created by students visit https://bit .ly/452hALY.

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Riverfest Will Offer Hands-On History

Class of 2025

already come so far. But in order to continue the journey that will only grow more strenuous from here, there are three words we should focus on. They are ‘hungry,’ ‘smart’ and ‘humble,’ a philosophy created by author Patrick Lencioni on how to be an ideal team player in life.” Kathryn will attend Cedarville University, where she will participate on the cross-country and track teams.

Donegal superintendent Gregory Kiehl also spoke at the ceremony. “You’ve navigated a time of incredible change, not only as students, but as citizens of a complex world,” he told the Class of 2025, adding that he hopes the students will take the traits of empathy and character with them wherever they go.

BY CAT SHANNON

The term “living history” is often used to describe immersive opportunities to discover the past. That will certainly be the case during Riverfest.

“What makes Riverfest truly special is how it blends powerful local history with vibrant community celebration - all set along the beautiful Susquehanna River,” said Megan Salvatore, visitor services manager for Susquehanna National Heritage Area (SNHA), which hosts the event. “It’s not just a festival; it’s a living story. Where else can you stand where a covered bridge was burned to stop a Confederate invasion; race the same river route that Union troops once defended; cruise in a century-old electric boat; and then enjoy live music, local food and family fun - all in one weekend?”

Riverfest will be held from Friday, June 27, through Sunday, June 29, at locations in and around Columbia and Wrightsville.

with memorable moments, Salvatore said.

“Riverfest commemorates the 1863 burning of the Columbia-Wrightsville Bridge, a pivotal act during the Civil War that helped prevent a Confederate advance into Lancaster County,” she said.

The festivities will include the Bridge Burner Challenge, a unique

Participants in a previous Riverfest Bridge Burner Challenge See Riverfest pg 8

Principal John D. Haldeman presented the Class of 2025 with a variety of awards, including recognition from the Mount Joy Lions Club and the Marietta Charitable Trust.

Senior academic and athletic award winners were announced during an annual awards program on May 19. Baccalaureate services were held on May 18 with William Small from Community Bible Church in Marietta as the guest speaker.

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will have a separate trip for girls in the same age range. Applicants must be residents of Lancaster County.

The inaugural MCg, which will be led by Kari Stauffer, will take place Monday, June 30, to Thursday, July 3. The application deadline is Monday, June 23. The boys’ excursion will be held Monday, Aug. 4, to Saturday, Aug. 9. The application deadline is Monday, July 21. Base camp for both trips will be set up in Halifax.

Each trip is limited to 12 participants, so everyone who applies is not ensured a spot. Forms are available at www.mountain conquerors.squarespace.com.

Mountain Conquerors is designed to test one’s mindset. “You don’t know what character you have until you put it under pressure,” Kroll said. “Are you going to whine? Are you going to quit? You start hiking up a hill; your true character comes out. We’re good with that because now we have something to deal with.”

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“Our job is to provide an experience for these kids that will last a lifetime and get them plugged in, if they’re not already plugged in, to a healthy structure,” said Kroll, who is the program’s coordinator and the leader of the boys’ camp. “Whether that’s church. Whether that’s a teen center. That’s the goal. We don’t want to reinvent the wheel of the structure.”

Staff members, who are all volunteers, will lead campers on practice hikes before taking a backpacking trip along the Black Forest Trail. “The whole premise of Mountain Conquerors is to build young (people) of character,” said Kroll, who is pastor of The Lord’s House of Prayer in Lancaster city. “We use the outdoors to facilitate the classroom. Subjects we are really (focusing) on are character, potential, goal setting, teamwork, leadership skills, and overcoming fears.”

Justin Reed participated in Mountain Conquerors in 2020 and is now one of the trek’s leaders. “I learned skills and that you can overcome things with God helping you,” he said. “I had never experienced anything like that before.” Reed said he teaches younger hikers to embrace the things they can’t control and take on the challenges.”

The pastor cited Galatians 5, which includes the allegory of the Fruit of the Holy Spirit and characteristics such as patience and kindness. “We’re looking at all those things, the staff included,” Kroll said. “We all need to grow, and we want to challenge each other and encourage each other and hold each other accountable. By changing your thinking and the words you speak, you can change the outcome. The kids begin to overcome the obstacles they didn’t think they could ever overcome. These are life skills you can teach in a classroom but can’t experience unless you really do it.”

Mountain Conquerors camp provides challenges that test the mind and body. Traditionally, on the first day of the boys’ camp, participants are instructed to plant a flag after 90 minutes of hiking. The following day, campers get a workout on the ropes course before going on the same hike as the day before. They are challenged to beat their time from day one. “There’s never been a year where they haven’t beaten their mark,” said Kroll. At the end of the week, campers must trek one by one up a steep incline that Kroll refers to as Challenge Hill. Until that point, everything is done as a team. “It’s great to have a support network, but there are many times in life when it’s just you, your hurdle, and God,” Kroll said. “I’ve seen some amazing things in this camp. From the beginning to the end, the transformation of the kids is pretty cool.”

Gallery Hosts Floral Art Exhibit

MH Art Gallery, 42 W. Market St., Marietta, is hosting an “In Bloom” art exhibit, featuring 25 widely differing floral interpretations in various mediums and styles. The gallery will present

an event in conjunction with Marietta’s annual garden tour on Sunday, June 22, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the exhibit will also be open on weekends from 11 a.m.

A Mountain Conquerors’ trip from 2024

Fair Premium Books Available

Premium books for the 52nd annual Elizabethtown Fair are now available. Books may be obtained at Brandt’s Farm Supply, the Elizabethtown Borough Office, Groff’s Meats, White Oak Mills, the Winters Heritage House Museum, B & G Lumber, Messick’s, JB Hostetter & Sons and The Country Store.

The books include information on livestock and competitive exhibits as well as children’s and adult contests. Some of these entries have early deadlines. Entry information is also available at www.etownfair.com.

This year’s premium book cover

artwork was painted by local artist Nancy Landis. The image, titled “Fair Friends,” was applied to a vintage tilt-top table. The table will be sold at the Elizabethtown Fair auction.

The table will be on display with the competitive exhibits in the Elizabethtown Brethren in Christ Church, 996 E. High St., Elizabethtown, during the fair.

The 52nd annual fair will run from Monday to Saturday, Aug. 18 to 23. Area FFA and 4-H members and others will show their dairy and beef cattle, sheep, swine, goats, and rabbits during competitive judging held through

the week. The deadline for livestock entries is Friday, Aug. 1. For information on entering livestock in the fair, contact Sharon at 717689-0010 or visit the aforementioned website.

Residents of all ages are encouraged to enter their crafts, needlework, baked goods, produce and plants in the competitive exhibits judging, held annually at the Elizabethtown Brethren in Christ Church, located adjacent to the fairgrounds. For additional information on these entries, call Linda McKinne at 717-653-8782 or visit the aforementioned website and click on “Exhibitors.”

GEARS Posts Activities

GEARS will offer activities to the community. Unless otherwise noted, there is a per-person cost, with a discounted rate for residents. To register or for more information, visit www.getintogears.org or call 717-367-0355.

How to Finally Clear Your Clutter will be held on Mondays, July 28, Aug. 4, and Aug. 11, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the GEARS Community Center, 70 S. Poplar St., Elizabethtown. This class will aim to provide an understanding of different forms of clutter, how habits form over time, effective methods to tackle clutter, and avenues to disperse unneeded belongings. The program will be led by Kristen Patterson, owner of Sorted & Staged Home Enhancement Services.

A Volleyball Skills Clinic for students in grades five through nine will be offered on Wednesdays, June 25, July 2, and July 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the gym at Bear Creek School, 1459 Sheaffer Road, Elizabethtown. Coaches will teach the fundamentals of volleyball using skill-specific drills along with games. This is an instructional program only, focusing on player development.

A trip to Baltimore Inner Harbor will take place on Friday, Aug. 15, departing from the parking lot of Elizabethtown Area High School, 600 E. High St., at 8 a.m. and returning around 8 p.m. Participants may explore Inner Harbor and visit places such as the Maryland Science Center, the National Aquarium, and the Top of the World Observation Level.

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Featured artists in the exhibit include Marianne Calenda, Melissa Carroll, Joanne McIlvain, Susan Darling, Marita Hines, and Linda Mylin Ross. All of these artists are members of the group Marietta Art Alive.

The gallery’s special guest artist through Saturday, July 12, is Rosanne Wolfe of Mechanicsburg, a watercolor artist with paintings full of delicacy and detail. Wolfe is a member of the Pennsylvania Watercolor Society and has an extensive exhibit record in state, national, and international competitions. On June 22, she will be on hand during the garden tour for visitors to meet while enjoying refreshments, including complimentary Nissley wine.

Kellie Pederson of Lancaster will be the gallery’s featured guest artist from Saturday, July 19, through Sunday, Aug. 24.

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Riverfest

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run-and-paddle race that follows a scenic course along the Northwest River Trail and across the Susquehanna River.

“Participants earn a finisher’s medal and experience a living tribute to local history,” Salvatore said.

The Susquehanna River will play a big role in Riverfest. “From kayaking and riverside hikes to scenic boat tours on the historic Chief Uncas, the river is central to the weekend,” she noted.

Trolley tours and history programs will take visitors through Columbia, Marietta and Wrightsville, while festival activities will include live music, food trucks and family-friendly activities.

New this year, Riverfest activities will also take place on the historic Mifflin property in Wrightsville, where the 1863 skirmish occurred before the burning of the bridge.

“Visitors can enjoy sneak-peek tours of the site, now with initial public access, and learn about its newly designated role in the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom,” Salvatore said.

Riverfest will wrap up on June 29 with the Lighting of the Piers.

“On Sunday, gather to hear the story of the 1863 bridge burning

while the first three piers are set ablaze in a powerful visual tribute,” Salvatore said.

As she explained, Riverfest is a signature event of the SHNA.

“Riverfest reflects SNHA’s mission to connect people to the stories, landscapes and heritage of the Susquehanna River region. It’s a platform for educational engagement, community involvement, promotion of outdoor recreation,” she said. “Riverfest is about collaboration - with opportunities to volunteer, sponsor or exhibit at the River Expo - supporting the local economy and building regional pride.”

The event is made possible through the support of many sponsors. Sponsors include John Wright Restaurant, Prince Street Café, LCSWMA, CPRS Physical Therapy, Family Practice Center, Sahd Metal Recycling, Discover Columbia and Rivertowne Trolley Co.

“Whether you choose to attend one event or dive into the full lineup, Riverfest is history you can feel, landscapes you can explore and a community you can celebrate with,” Salvatore said. “That’s what makes it unforgettable.”

For a complete lineup of events, locations and times, visit https:// riverfestpa.com.