Garden Spot JANUARY 1, 2020
IN THIS ISSUE: MCC TO MARK ANNIVERSARY WITH “WINTER WARM-UP” page 3
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL LVI • NO 5
HOT MEAL
Weaverland Anabaptist Faith Community, 210 Weaverland Valley Road, East Earl, will host a community meal on Wednesday, Jan. 8. Dinner will be served from 5:30 to 6 p.m. in the fellowship hall. A hot, nutritious meal in a friendly atmosphere will be available for anyone desiring fellowship with others. Registration is not required. The meal is dine-in only. BASKETBALL COMPETITION
The Knights of Columbus 13451 will host a free throw competition on Saturday, Jan. 11, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the gymnasium at Our Lady of Lourdes, 150 Water St., New Holland. The event is open to all, and teams are welcome. There is no fee to participate. Winners in categories for participants who are ages 9 to 14 as of Jan. 1 can advance to competitions at the district, regional, and state levels. Proof of age is required for all competitors advancing to the next level. For details, call John Fischer at 717-666-4703. UPLIFTING PRESENTATION
The Lancaster Christian Women’s Club
LFT Holds Annual Dinner pg 4
By Ann Mead Ash
The trailer for the film “LIKE - A Documentary About the Impact of Social Media on Our Lives and the Effects of Technology on the Brain” ends with the daunting question, “Are you using technology or is it using you?” Girls on the Run (GOTR) of Lancaster -Lebanon hopes to start a conversation around that question when the organization presents the film on Friday, Jan. 31, at the Ware Center, 42 N. Prince St., Lancaster. The event is free to members of the public age 10 and up. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and the film will be shown at 7 p.m. Sarah Yohe, development director with GOTR, said that the subject of the film is especially pertinent. “We know that technology is a really relevant topic for our girls and our entire community,” said Yohe. “This documentary really digs into the addiction piece of technology. It
talks about how we spend a lot of time connected and feeling more disconnected than ever.” GOTR programs combine running with an interactive curriculum designed to promote good choices for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. Yohe noted that the face-toface time is important in the current cultural environment. “We get our girls together twice a week for 10 weeks to make real live personal connections,” she said. The curriculum teaches life skills and strategies to help build confidence and character. A 2016 study found that a majority of the girls who completed the program learned to resolve conflict, help others, and manage emotions. To enhance the discussion, the screening will be followed by a panel discussion and the opportunity for the audience to ask questions. The panel will consist of a child psychologist, a Millersville See GOTR pg 5
Girls on the Run (GOTR) of Lancaster-Lebanon invites area residents to view the film “LIKE” on Jan. 31 at the Ware Center in Lancaster. The event is free to members of the public age 10 and up, but reservations are requested.
LBC To Present “Ruth” Musical GiGi’s Playhouse To Open In Manheim Township By Ann Mead Ash
ANNUAL FUNDRAISER
The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, 300 Gap Road, Strasburg, will hold the fifth annual Rails and Ales event on Saturday, April 4. Tickets are now on sale. Attendees will taste beverages among the historic trains in the museum’s Rolling Stock Hall. Various prices have been set. Tickets may be purchased online only at www.railsand ales.org. Sponsors, brewers and food vendors may contact the museum at www.rrmuseumpa.org or 717-6878628 for information about participating. Proceeds will benefit the nonprofit Friends of the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania.
Tree Recycling Program Slated pg 6
GOTR Schedules Free Film About Impact Of Technology
Preparing for their roles in the Lancaster Bible College production of “Ruth” are (from left) Kayla Valesquez, understudy for the role of Naomi; Samantha Ingram, who will play Naomi; and Delaney Bigley, who is alternating with Kristin Hurdleston in the role of Ruth. By Ann Mead Ash
When David Felty, executive producer, considered bringing the Sight and Sound Theatres original production of
“Ruth” to the Lancaster Bible College (LBC) stage, he felt the show, based on one of only two books of the Bible dedicated to the story of a woman, should have a female perspective. With that in See “Ruth” pg 2
Jessica Kinsey, a board member with GiGi’s Playhouse Lancaster, wants families with children who have Down syndrome and other disabilities to know that a support system is available. “I would have loved to have had this once we had our prenatal diagnosis,” said Kinsey. “We want to educate (the community by providing) more information (for families).” See GiGi’s Playhouse pg 2
Looking forward to the open house and ribbon cutting to be held at the new GiGi’s Playhouse on Oregon Pike are Jen Voshell (far left), holding Jacob, and Jessica Kinsey (far right), holding Nathaniel. The open house will be held on Jan. 11, beginning at 1 p.m. GiGi’s Playhouse in Lancaster will be the first facility of its kind in Pennsylvania serving children and adults with Down syndrome and other disabilities.
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will hold a luncheon at noon on Wednesday, Jan. 8, at Bent Creek Country Club, 620 Bent Creek Drive, Lititz. Guest speaker Irene Pace will present on “Come Rain or Shine, It’s a Wonderful Life.” The luncheon will feature skin care consultant Debbie Mays presenting on “New, Beautiful You.” The cost for the luncheon is all-inclusive. All women are welcome to attend. For reservations, readers may call Pat at 717-951-0773.
Social Justice Training Planned pg 7