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The event will be held at Christ Church United Church of Christ (UCC), 247 S. Market St., Elizabethtown, on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The festivities will People peruse the baked goods at a previous Threads & Treads Fair. feature food vendors Parma Pizza, Juquilita Tacos, and community organizations. Area School District (EASD),” he Funky Candy and Christ Church. The options will include food, gift said. “It’s free fun for children, Music by will be provided by cards, sporting goods, decorative great food and a great cause.”

Occasions, and lots of children’s items and more.

Threads & Treads began after activities will be offered, including “It’s a huge selection,” said Dave church member Nadinne Ziegler games, face painting, balloon art, Andrick, committee member. “There and a committee brainstormed bounce houses and more. All activ- is something for everyone.” outreach missions for the church. ities are free for children.

The name of the fair - Threads & Ziegler, who is not originally from A large bake sale will feature a Treads - spotlights its mission, he Elizabethtown, did some research variety of handmade goodies, and explained. and learned the town is known for people will have the opportunity “All proceeds go to support new candy and shoes, so she connected to win more than 30 giveaway shoes, clothing and other items for with a social worker in the school baskets from various businesses students in need in the Elizabethtown district and asked if there was

BY CATHY MOLITORIS

To mark the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, Christ Lutheran Church will host a Blessing of the Animals event on Sunday, Oct. 4, at 4 p.m. The service and activities will take place at Cassell Farm, the church’s picnic property, located at 522 Cassell A previous year’s Blessing of the Animals Road, Elizabethtown.

While that might be a bit of an “We do a blessing of the pets “It will be of biblical proportions,” joked pastor A.J. Domines. exaggeration, the event is open to each year, and we get about 10 to pets of all kinds.

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WOW offers one-on-one coaching, retirement and long-term planning, AI and tech literacy training, career and entrepreneurship guidance, budgeting and credit support and tools to keep you accountable. And all of its programs are provided free of charge.

WOW began after Sue Soderburg retired from Goodwill as chief mission officer and wanted to leave a legacy program with the organization she’d served for more than 30 years.

It started as an initiative focused on women and was called Women of Wealth.

“In a lot of ways, women are still behind, especially when it comes to financial literacy,” said Taylor Gilbert, WOW program director. “We served a ton of women within the first and most of the second year of the program, but as word got out, there was so much interest in what we were doing, and we felt we were limiting the number of individuals we could help. We didn’t want to turn down anyone who wanted our services.”

As Gilbert explained, the WOW program comes into a location which could be a business, a school or any other group - and provides all programming, activities and take-home assignments, along with refreshments.

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GEARS will host its 30th annual four-person scramble golf tournament on Friday, Oct. 2, at Dauphin Highlands Golf Course, 650 S. Harrisburg St., Harrisburg. The tournament will have an 8 a.m. shotgun start. The fee per player includes green fees, use of a cart, dinner, contests, and prizes. The event is sponsored by R.E. Pierson Materials, DDMP Investment Advisors, and Central Penn Propane.

Zumba Gold will be offered on Mondays, Oct. 19 to Dec. 7, from 6:15 to 7 p.m. at the GEARS Community Center, 70 S. Poplar St., Elizabethtown. The program is geared to de-conditioned and beginner exercisers as well as active older adults.

L e t ’s L i n e D a n c e Improver+ will be available for people age 14 and up on Tuesdays, Oct. 20 to Nov. 24, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Memorial Hall at the Elizabethtown Fairgrounds, 900 E. High St. The class will introduce dances that are identified as improver level or above. The class is open to anyone; however, it is recommended that attendees have a basic foundation, as the dances covered will be more difficult than those taught in the typical Let’s Line Dance classes.

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She learned clothing was needed, too, so she gathered volunteers to organize the first event in 2024.

Mone y rais e d at the festival goes into a fund the church has created to support students. When there is a need for shoes or clothing for students, staff members at EASD schools contact the church for the money to purchase items.

Ziegler and others on the committee were surprised to learn of the depth of need in the Elizabethtown community, where more than 40% of the population in the school district lives below the federal poverty line. “(Threads & Treads is) a partnership between Christ Church UCC and Elizabethtown Area School District to fill a pressing need,” Andrick said. “Nadinne

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Ziegler spearheaded things, and we found a great advocate in Dr. Jenn Fields at the Elizabethtown Area School District.”

The fund has supported countless families across all grade levels and has made an impact on the community. Last year, Threads & Treads raised more than $10,000 to help the Elizabethtown community and provided more than $6,000 for winter coats and coldweather gear for students, as well as supplying personal care items and school supplies to set students up for success.

“In the last two years, this program has raised over $30,000 to help children in need in the Elizabethtown Area School District,” Andrick noted.

For more information on the Threads & Treads Fair, visit https://threads -and-treads.com.

Dolly Parton Tribute Party Set The Elizabethtown Moose Lodge 596/701, 126 Maytown Road, Elizabethtown, will host a Dolly Parton Tribute Party on Friday, Sept. 25. The event will be held from 7 to 11 p.m.

T he festivities will feature dancing, drinks, contests, and games, and people are encouraged to come dressed in country attire or dressed like Dolly

Parton. DJ Jimmy Jam will provide music, and representatives of T he Tatted Toy Guys will serve as bartenders.

The event is open to the public, and guests do not have to be members of the Moose Lodge to attend.

Children will be permitted to attend until 10 p.m.

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Domines noted that the farm is a perfect location for a blessing of the animals event, because St. Francis embraced nature and ecology. The property has been part of the church since the early 1990s. “ Virginia Cassell was a member of our parish, and she left her estate to the church, which includes 26 acres of farmland in Mount Joy Township,” Domines said. “It was her desire to keep it as a nature preserve.”

In 2000, the church built a pavilion on the site, and an altar has been constructed as well. Weddings have been performed on the property, and the Elizabethtown Boys Club uses the baseball field on-site, while a variety of trails and a playground can be enjoyed by visitors.

Domines emphasized that people are invited to stay as long as they’d like at the event for fun and fellowship.

“I want people to come out, have a good time and spend time together,” he said. “Even if you don’t have a pet, if you love animals, come on out for St. Francis Day. Come out and celebrate with the community.”

All types of pets are welcome, but they must be properly restrained. The grounds will open at 3 p.m.

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Marching Bands to Perform Field Shows The Manheim Township marching band will host “A Showcase in Sight and Sound” on Thursday, Oct. 8, at Gene Kruis Field at Manheim Township High School, 115 Blue Streak B l v d . , L a n c a s t e r. T h e gates will open at 5 p.m., and bands will start performing at 6 p.m. Several local food trucks will be on hand to provide food and beverages.

The showcase will offer an opportunity for families, students, and community members to witness performances that young musicians have spent months creating. At least four local bands will share their 2026 field shows, complete with musical arrangements, drill

movements, and visual e ffe cts . T he Manheim Township Middle School will perform the national anthem. In addition to Manheim Township, the school districts currently scheduled to be represented include Conestoga Valley, Elizabethtown Area, and Tulpehocken Area.

There is an admission fee, with a discount for seniors and students and a price cap for families. Tickets will be sold at the gate, with both cash and Venmo accepted. For more information, email mtmarching bandblast@gmail.com. All proceeds from the event will go directly to the Manheim Township marching band program.

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For six hours on Saturday, Sept. 26, Maytown Reformed United Church of Christ (UCC) will transform into a bargain hunter’s dream.

The church, located at 11 E. Elizabeth St., Maytown, will host its annual bazaar and yard sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

“Prices for most items are by donation,” said Linda Good, church secretary. “There are a few special items that will be priced.”

People will also have the opportunity to win a laundry basket filled with new household items. The winner will be drawn at 2 p.m., and people do not need to be present to win.

Free coffee and doughnuts will be available, and baked goods will also be for sale.

Good said the sale always features a large inventory.

“We have something for everyone,” she remarked.

“All items are in good condition. Some of the items are new and still in their boxes.”

The variety of items will include furniture, toys, purses, household goods, curtains, bedding, shoes, collectibles, tools, jewelry, books and more.

Shoppers may find framed pictures, holiday items, office supplies, gadgets and glassware, Good said.

For bargain hunters, the bazaar offers plenty of opportunities to b ro w s e at a l e i s u re l y pace and discover something unexpected. With s uch a w ide ra n ge o f merchandise, shoppers can look for practical

household necessities, items for children, seasonal decorations or unique treasures. T he donation-based pricing on most merchandise also makes it possible to find useful items while supporting the church’s outreach efforts.

Proceeds from the event are used for local outreach and for the many missions of the church.

The event also provides an opportunity for neighbors and community members to gather at the church and enjoy a morning of shopping. Visitors browse the baked goods and take their time looking through the many tables and displays while enjoying fellowship with members of the church and the wider community.

The church has been holding the bazaar and yard sale for many years, and it’s an example of how the congregation works to impact the community outside its walls.

“We are small in numbers, but mighty in faith and hospitality,” Good said.

May town UCC holds worship ser vices at 10 a.m. on Sundays, both in person and on Zoom.

Intergenerational Sunday school is held at 9 a.m. “ We h av e a w e e k l y email called Wednesday’s Words for information and prayer requests ,” Good shared. “ We also have a Zoom vespers service on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.”

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I’m hoping for a horse or sheep or goats at this service. I’ll take a giraffe if I can get one.”

Holding the event at Cassell Farm rather than outside on the church grounds will provide room for a much larger gathering, Domines said, noting that the festivities will begin with a brief service at 4 p.m. “ We have an outdoor chapel there, and we’ll do a reading from Scripture and a prayer,” he explained. “We’ll have Susquehanna Service Dogs there, and they’ll introduce themselves and talk about what they do.”

Representatives from Acorn Acres Wildlife Rehabilitation - both human and animal - will also be on-site. “ They are bringing a Virginia possum named Belvedere, along with Lily and Elliot, who are groundhogs, and Feisty the squirrel,” Domines said.

After the ceremony, people will be invited to the on-site pavilion for food and fun.

“We’ll have food for people and some food for the animals, too, like dog and cat treats,” Domines said.

“People will have a chance to pet the wildlife Acorn Acres is bringing, and we’ll have crafts for kids to do.”

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And WOW is always working to expand its repertoire of services. This fall, Gilbert is launching a new series of tech literacy courses, focused on how to use programs like Microsoft Word and Excel. She’ll bring a handful of laptops, a WiFi hotspot, a projector and a screen to provide the classes.

“We don’t want anything to be a barrier to us coming in and doing a program,” she said.

WOW has also begun offering programs focused on AI, the first Goodwill in the country to do so, Gilbert said.

“We’re working on breaking down the barrier of being scared or intimidated to use AI,” she said. “We talk about safety and privacy. We break it down so people can see how easy it is to use AI.” While some people may think AI is a topic suited for businesses or people in the tech industry, it can be a helpful tool for anyone, she said. “ We have a pro g ram called ‘AI at Home,’ where we show people how they can use AI for things like making a meal plan, setting a grocery budget, help with their résumé or creating an exercise routine,” Gilbert remarked.

WOW programs can be one-time sessions or multiweek initiatives, depending on the topic.

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“ T h i s i s n’t s o m e o ne coming in with a PowerPoint, giving their presentation and then you never hear from them again,” she said. “Our first priority before educating people is building trust and building that relationship with them. We want to know, ‘Where are you at in your journey with this topic?

What do you know? How can we help you?’”

With each program, WOW works to present information that’s relatable to the audience, whether that’s a group of senior citizens at a retirement community or a bunch of preschoolers.

Gilbert noted that feedback the organiz ation receives from teenagers is especially compelling.

“Kids will say, ‘Can you please come back? We never knew this before,’” she said.

“Their teachers touch on financial topics, but we go into depth about everything from the FAFSA to scholarships, renting your first apartment, what it looks like to get your first car.”

WOW is unique to Goodwill Keystone, and the program can be offered on weekdays, evenings or weekends. “ We’ll come in over a lunchtime and do a program,” Gilbert said. “We’ll come in any time where we can reach the most people and that’s the most convenient for them.”

WOW has offered programing to church groups, homeschool co-ops, residents of homeless shelters and domestic violence shelters, schools and more. “ W hatever the group wants, we can design our program to fit their needs,”

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Help the Fight Plans Fundraiser Help the Fight will host its 17th annual Main Event Benefit and Auction on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. The event will take place at Spooky Nook Meetings & Events, 75 Champ Blvd., Manheim.

The organization’s signature fundraising event brings together local businesses, community members, breast cancer survivors, patients, families, and supporters for an event dedicated to making a difference in the lives of local individuals facing

breast cancer, along with their families. Held at the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Main Event serves as Help the Fight’s largest annual fundraiser and plays an important role in sustaining the organization’s mission of ensuring that no one in the community faces breast cancer alone.

Guests may enjoy a buffet dinner, assorted desserts, and a cash bar featuring a specialty pink mocktail.

The Main Event will also include stories of hope and

Public Auction

SATURDAY OCTOBER 24, 2026 13.63 ACRES COUNTRY REAL ESTATE 9:00 A.M.

*BILEVEL 3 BEDROOM HOUSE *3 BAY GARAGE *STEEL STORAGE BUILDING *HOUSEHOLD GOODS *FURNITURE LOCATION: 315 Gates Road. Hershey, Conewago Twp.,Dauphin Co. PA. From Rt. 322 in Campbelltown at A&M Pizza – south .7 mile on Schoolhouse Rd. to Y – bear right onto Stauffers Church Rd. for 1.4 miles to stop sign – left on Bachmanville Rd. – immediate right on Cedar Road and proceed.9 mile to stop sign – right on Gates Rd. – From Rt. 743 between E-town and Hershey at Conewago Elementary School traffic light – east on Schoolhouse Rd – bear left on Cedar Road to Gates Road.

Split rock bi-level 4 story 3 bedroom ranch style house with modern kitchen, dining area and large living room. Heated sun room. Large family room w/ propane fireplace. Utility room with laundry facilities.2 patios. 1½ baths. Oil hot air heat. Central AC. Generac propane generator. Drilled well & on lot septic.

Utility room with laundry facilities. Small fish pond. Landscaped yard. (2) macadam driveways. Many new upgrades to house. Stream flowing through property.

30’x36’ 3 bay garage with electric over head doors – loft storage – side overhead door 26’x32’metal sided pole barn with large sliding entrance door – water and electric TERMS: 10% nonrefundable down payment auction day – offered with a reserve at 12:00 noon – balance due at settlement within 45 days – taxes prorated to date of settlement. PREVIEW: by appointment – call auctioneer at 717-8211638. OPEN HOUSE: Thursday October 8 – 2:00 to 6:00 p.m.: ATTORNEY: A. Mark Winter 717-533-3280.

Household goods, furniture, collectibles and personal property starting at 9:00 AU-000033-L

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2026 • 2:00 9.M. 751 Stackstown Rd., Bainbridge, PA 17502

Directions: Route 441 to Bainbridge to East on Stackstown Road, to auction on the left.

resilience, a live auction, an online silent auction, giveaway drawings, and other opportunities to support Help the Fight’s mission.

Since its founding in 2009, Help the Fight has raised more than $2 million to provide real-time financial assistance and support to local individuals with breast cancer, along with their families. Every dollar raised stays within L ancaster County and surrounding communities, helping patients with expenses such as mortgage or rent payments, utilities, groceries, transportation, insurance premiums, child care, medical costs, and other essential needs during treatment. In addition to direct financial assistance, Help the Fight supports early detection through mammograms, genetic testing, and other screenings while also funding patient support programs through-

out the region. In 2025, Help the Fight assisted 323 local breast cancer patients - the highest number served in a single year in the organization’s history.

Registration is open for the Main Event, and sponsorship opportunities are available. Help the Fight is also accepting donations for its live auction, silent auction, and giveaway drawings. Donations of vacation stays, golf outings, entertainment packages, sporting experiences, artwork, furniture, restaurant gift cards, themed gift baskets, and other items or experiences are appreciated.

To purchase ticke ts , b e co m e a s p o n s o r, o r donate items, visit https:// onecau.se/_evxar1. More details about the event are also available at www .helpthefight.org. Questions may be directed to 717-455-7095 or info@ helpthefight.org.

LCAA Posts 90/90 Challenge The Lancaster County Art Association (LCAA), 149 Precision Ave., Strasburg, has issued a call for artists to participate in the 90/90 Challenge on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 9 and 10. The event is planned in celebration of LCAA’s 90th anniversary.

Artists will be challenged to complete an artwork of their choice in 90 minutes or less. There will be six sessions over the two days.

There is a fee to participate in a session, and an artist may register for multiple sessions. Members of the public may attend for free and vote for their favorite artist. The winning artist of each session and the Best of Show winner will receive cash prizes.

The deadline to register is Monday, Oct. 5. For more information, visit www.lcaaonline.org or call 717-687-7061.

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1308 E. CARACAS AVE., HERSHEY, PA 17033 DERRY TWP., DAUPHIN CO. REAL ESTATE: Consists of a single 2 story home on a quiet street in Hershey. The main floor has a living room with vaulted ceiling, kitchen, dining room, full bath and enclosed sunroom with laundry.

The second floor has 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom. There is a full concrete basement and an oil fired hot water furnace, Central Air, and 150 amp electrical service. The exterior is brick w/vinyl and aluminum siding, some replacement windows, a composition shingle roof, and one car attached garage. Total square footage above grade is 1,622 and total yearly taxes of $3,055.

AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: This home is located in a quiet Hershey neighborhood with convenient access to local amenities. Although it needs some updates and cosmetic repairs, it offers excellent potential as an investment property or single-family home.

ATTORNEY: David C. Miller, Jr., Esquire OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, Sept. 26, from 12-3 pm, or by calling auctioneer for appointment.

TERMS: 10% down day of auction, balance due in 45 days at final settlement, no buyer’s premium.

CONDITIONS BY: Mary J. Winters Estate FOR PHOTOS VISIT: www.shirksauctions.com or www.auctionzip.com Auction Conducted By: ROY D. SHIRK - PHONE 717-269-0654 LICENSE #AU-003248-L #AH-001946-L

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PROPERTY FEATURES: 125.53 acre farm, 90 +/- acres tillable, brick farmhouse w/ numerous outbuildings, bank barn w/ refrigeration. 2 car garage, excellent soils & wooded acreage w/ stream. Frontage on 3 roads, subdividable farm. Conoy Township & Elizabethtown School District.

AUCTIONEER REMARKS: Loaded opportunity! 125 acre farm selling at public auction in Bainbridge! This farm has 90 +/- acres tillable with some of the best soils in Lancaster Co. Also included are a nice brick 2 story farmhouse, 2-car garage, large bank barn with refrigeration rooms, tobacco shed & other outbuildings. Conoy Creek flows through the 20+ wooded acres. Farm is preserved by Lancaster Agricultural Preservation Board but still has (1) one subdivision right with frontage on Stackstown, Vintage & Sagerville Roads.

TERMS: $100,000 down payment on the day of the auction.

Settlement on or before December 31, 2026. Transfer taxes Auctioneers: to be paid by buyer. Real Estate taxes shall be Christ Taylor AU# 5421 prorated. Real Estate Taxes +/- $6525.00. Broker 717-371-1915 participation offered to Realtors w/ preregistered Harold Martin AU# 6461 buyer. See website for details. Bridge loans 717-738-4228 available, contact auctioneers for details.

Seller: John R Nissley Estate, All information is deemed accurate but not Jonas Nissley guaranteed.

717-715-4482, Joyce & Judith Nissley ATTY: Glick, Goodley, Deibler & Fanning 717-354-7700

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BOSSLER MENNONITE CHURCH: Located at 2021 Bossler Rd., Elizabethtown.

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MILTON GROVE CHURCH: 2026 Cloverleaf Road (located N. of Rt. 283 Rheems/ Elizabethtown Exit) Mount Joy. Pastor: Jamie Pietsch. Join us Sundays at 9:30 am for in-person worship and on Facebook live at www.miltongrovechurch.com

CHIQUES METHODIST CHURCH: 1215 E. Main St., Mount Joy. Chris Ritchie, Interim Pastor. Worship Service at 9-10 am Children’s Sunday School: 9-10 am.

Refreshments & Fellowship: 10-10:30 am.

Adult Sunday School at 10:30-11:30 am.

Nursery Provided, Handicapped Accessible.

For more information, call: 717-653-5175.

PROCLAMATION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA): Meeting at Kraybill Mennonite School, 598 Kraybill Church Rd., Mount Joy, PA 17552. Sundays at 10:30am We Welcome You! Visit us online at www.proclamationpca.com

CHRIST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 75-125 East High Street, Elizabethtown 717-367-2786. Rev. Albert J. Domines, Jr., Pastor. Liturgies of Holy Eucharist held Saturday at 6 pm & Sunday at 9:30 am Handicapped accessible. Morning Prayer Wednesdays at 8:30am. Visit us online at: www.christlutheran-etown.com

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Sunday School for all ages at 9:15 am., 10:30 am. Worship led by praise band.

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ST. MARK’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Loving, growing, and sharing JOY through Jesus! Sunday service times: 9 and 10:30 a.m. 27 E. Main St., Mount Joy 717-6535493. www.connectstmarks.com Livestream at facebook.com/ConnectStMarks TBC BIBLE CHURCH: Together Becoming Christ-like. 5880 School House Rd., Elizabethtown. We are a friendly, family-like atmosphere welcoming you to join us for Sunday school for all ages at 9:30 am & worship at 10:30 am. (jr. church included).

Afternoon / evening gatherings meet on various Sundays for prayer, Bible study and fellowship. Wednesday prayer meeting at 7:00pm. Monthly men’s and women’s Bible studies offer an opportunity to grow deeper in the Word and to fellowship with others. tbcbiblechurch.org or call 717-433-7585

Understanding Dementia

TechLink was recently awarded a $280,000 PAsmar t grant by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) to develop fiber optic instructional labs. The Lancaster County Career & Technology Center is among the members of TechLink, a consortium of nine technical schools focused on expanding career and technical education.

The goal for the new fiber optic instructional labs is to significantly expand hands-on fiber optic training opportunities in southcentral Pennsylvania, with the capacity to serve approximately 400 students annually. The PAsmart grant designated for the project was part of PDE’s latest round of grant distributions, announced on Aug. 21. The awarded funds were received by 17 organizations and totaled $3.5 million. Initiatives stemming from these funds will expand access to career pathways in multiple industries.

The nine partner schools

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will implement three shared-equipment instructional labs, which will prepare secondary students and adult learners for fiber optic-related jobs. Students using the instructional labs will complete 40 hours of instruction and earn the CFOT Level 1 Certification, a credential valued by telecommunications, broadband, and electrical companies.

Select information technology teachers from each school will be trained to deliver the curriculum, teach the hands-on skills necessary to be a certified fiber optic technician, and administer the CFOT Level 1 Certification exam. The labs’ fiber optic training equipment will rotate a m o n g t h e Te c h L i n k schools to maximize its use and the number of students who can benefit from it. As the lead grant applicant and fiscal agent, the York County School of Technology will manage the funds, procurement, equipment acquisition, and required state reporting.

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C h a n c e s a re , w e a l l know or have encountered someone with dementia.

W h e t h e r i t ’s a fa m i l y m e m b e r o r a ra n d o m stranger in the grocer y store, knowing how to interact with someone with dementia and learning more about the disease can benefit everyone.

Donna Wilkie, a certified dementia practitioner at Hospice & Community Care, will present “What Do I Need to Know About Dementia?” at Zion Lutheran Church, 2 Hazel St., Manheim, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 29.

The presentation will address different types of dementia, teach ways to effectively communicate with a person living with dementia and offer ideas for other “dementia friendly” actions.

“The program will cover five key messages to understanding better what people living with dementia are going through,” Wilkie said. “ We want people who come to the program to be able to react better when they come across people who have dementia.”

One of the biggest messages Wilkie hopes people will take away from the program is that dementia is not a natural consequence of aging.

“We’ll talk about what’s normal aging and what’s not normal aging ,” she said. “Losing your keys or forgetting why you came into a room are signs of aging, not necessarily anything more.”

S h e a l s o h o p e s p a rticipants will begin to view dementia for what it is - brain failure - and help make that concept as mainstream in everyday conversations as kidney or liver failure.

Wilkie understands firsthand what it’s like to care for a person with dementia.

“My mom died from Lewy body dementia in 2016,” she said. “I came to work at Hospice in 2019.

I got involved with their dementia resource team.

It’s a passion for me. I wish

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I had the education that I now have when I was trying to help my mom. It’s really important that people get that education to help their loved ones.”

The presentation at Zion Lutheran is part of Dementia Friends, an organization dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of people with dementia.

“Zion is committed to join a growing movement to create ‘dementia-friendly’ communities,” said pastor Kate Warn. She noted that the program is part of a series of informational sessions for the Manheim community related to the idea of “aging with grace.”

The program will be interactive, Wilkie said, with opportunities for questions from the audience and hands-on activities.

And above all, it will present dementia as more than a devastating diagnosis, she said, adding, “We’re focused on trying to remember all the things a person with dementia can do, rather than the things they can’t do.”

She wants participants to leave with a better understanding of people living with dementia.

“You could have a family member with dementia, or you could just encounter a person living with dementia who you come across in the community,” she said.

“We want everyone to be able to react in better ways when this happens and know what to do.”

Advance registration for the program is not required but is helpful for planning purposes. For more information or to register, call 717-665-5880.