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Garden Spot JANUARY 30, 2019
VOL LV • NO 9
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
GUEST SPEAKER
Ladies Fellowship will host “Loving Hearts” on Thursday, Feb. 7, at 6:15 p.m. at Yoder’s Restaurant, New Holland. The guest speaker will be Tammy Cress. There is a cost to attend. Readers may call 717-354-8428 for reservations. WINTER SALE
The Upper Leacock Township War Memorial Association (ULTWMA) will sponsor an indoor flea market/garage sale on Saturday, Feb. 2. The event will take place in Veterans’ Hall of the War Memorial Building, 54 W. Main St., Leola, from 6:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. More than 35 vendors will offer a variety of items, including coins and collectibles, books, scarves, toys, crafts, candy, and more. There is no admission charge. Readers may call ULTWMA at 717-656-6154 to reserve a table or to inquire about renting the hall. OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
The Environmental Education staff at Bingaman Nature Center, 2843 Hill Road, Reading, will offer a Footsloggin’ Guided Hike on the first Friday of each month. The next hike will be on Feb. 1 from 1 to 3 p.m. Attendees will be able to enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of the forest during the excursion. In the event of inclement weather, the hike may be postponed. Hikers should dress appropriately, including footwear, and bring water. For more details, readers may contact Jennifer Brooks, environmental educator, at jbrooks@countyof berks.com or 484-509-2667. More information is also available at www.countyofberks.com/parks.
Fisher Scores 1,000th Point In GS Win pg 10
By Ann Mead Ash
“We have given out $350,000,” said John Mullineaux of the Lancaster Bicycle Club (LBC). “The single biggest (amount) was for municipal and EMS (emergency medical services) bike patrols. We’ve purchased bicycles and equipment (for those organizations).” Mullineaux added that Lancaster police and police stations in a number of county boroughs have received funds from the club to purchase bikes. LBC is currently seeking applicants so that the club can give away another $25,000 in grants. Grants are available to nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools. The application form may be found at https://lancaster bikeclub.net/grant-program. Completed applications are due to the club by Friday, Feb. 15.
“It is a simple application process,” said Mullineaux. “We ask for a short description of what they will do (with the funds) and how much they want.” Mullineaux said that the application form also asks what the organization will do if it does not receive the grant. “I pull all the applications together and do a presentation for the board, and they (usually) vote up or down,” said Mullineaux, who added that sometimes the amount of the grant request is modified by the group. Those receiving grants must initiate their projects during the 2019 calendar year. The grants were first given in 1990. Over the years, the types of requests that have been granted have varied. “ We have spent money on bicycle advocacy,” recalled Mullineaux. “We have spent more than $30,000 on bicycle racks.” Mullineaux said many bicycle See Bike Grants pg 9
Bicyclists take part in the Covered Bridge Ride organized each August by the Lancaster Bicycle Club. The ride raises funds that the club uses to give out grants to area organizations for bicycles, bike racks, signage, and more. Applications for this year’s grant program are due by Feb. 15.
Room To Grow Spotlighting Seeds, Food, And Service Dog Program Lancaster County Kitchen Gardens Moves To Larger Facility By Ann Mead Ash
By Ann Mead Ash
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Sully, the newest UDS Foundation service dog trainee, was named in honor of the yellow Labrador that served President George H. W. Bush. Sully is in need of a sponsor to fund the completion of his twoyear training before going to work helping to provide independence to a person with a disability.
When UDS Foundation moved from its previous home in Greenfield to 2270 Erin Court, Lancaster, the space available for the service dog program more than doubled. The new facility includes a kennel with space for 12 dogs, a cuddle room for puppies, and a large training room. According to Lori Breece, UDS service dog program manager, 12 puppies per year are brought into the program, which takes several years to turn an eight-week-old ball of fluff into a dog capable of giving a person with a disability a chance for greater independence. In addition to serving individuals, many UDS dogs are being sent to schools where they provide student support. “Since we
Joanne Ranck Dirks, assistant manager for the Farm & Gardens at Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum, is looking forward to the interactive segment of the upcoming workshop focusing on traditional seeds and Pennsylvania Dutch foods. “All of us eat food, and many of (the attendees) will be gardeners,” shared Dirks. “When we make space for discussion, everyone can join in.” The winter workshop, which will be held at the museum, 2451 Kissel Hill Road, Lancaster, on Saturday, Feb. 23, will be broken into two parts. The 9 a.m. to noon session will include an interactive session on seeds native to the Americas and the Three Sisters garden method. The second session, which will also take
See Service Dogs pg 7
William Woys Weaver place on Feb. 23, will run from 1 to 4 p.m. It will feature a lecture on the Pennsylvania Dutch kitchen garden and its influence on the distinctive cuisine associated with this ethnic group. See Winter Workshop pg 6
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Applications For Bike Grants Sought
TOPICAL DISCUSSION
located at Emmaus Road Café, 1886 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, will hold an open conversation about atheism on Tuesday, Feb. 5, at 7 p.m. Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting. The program, titled “What Your Atheist Friend Wants You to Know: The Conversation No One Is Having,” will include a film featuring honest insights from atheists about their beliefs and their experience with people of faith. The program will give participants the opportunity to have an open conversation about their experiences with atheist secularism and faith. Admission is free. For details, contact 717-4739115 or ltclancaster@gmail.com.
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