In the summer of 2024, the Garden Spot Marching Band (GSMB) went through a few changes, adding eighth-grade students, and began transitioning to a more competitive unit by taking part in the Cavalcade of Bands exhibition series. Last year’s show, featuring music by Randall Standridge and a drill written by band director Katie Bennici, focused on mystery and spies, with students forming shapes such as giant question marks and carrying flags with images of spies on them.
For 2025, the same duo has crafted the show, but this year the focus is on electricity and is appropriately named “Live Wire.” Beasley recalled that she was applying for a Spartan Foundation grant for electronic equipment at the same time she was searching for a show theme. “When we were looking
for a show and I was working on this grant, we knew it would be perfect,” she noted. The Spartan Foundation grant, which the band received, covered microphones for the front ensemble, speakers for narration and sound effects, and microphones to amplify the field.
“It’s amazing,” said Bennici, who added that she was also able to
procure three power-line props for the show. The props resemble shiny metal antennae towers. “They are interactive, so students will stand on the second run of the ladder,” Bennici explained. Solos this year will include Meredith Good on mellophone and Jack Larson on saxophone.
The 55 members and nine
color guard who make up GSMB gathered on July 28 through 31 for mini band camp from 4 to 8 p.m. each day. On Aug. 4 through Aug. 8, they rehearsed again from noon to 8. A show for parents was held at 7 p.m. on Aug. 8.
The drill opens with the band forming two lightning bolts on the field. The show includes narration,
BY ANN MEAD ASH
For perhaps thousands of years, drums have been used to communicate messages. Drums can signal warnings, give commands, and even cry out for help.
The drum that Mitch Dissinger, vice president of the New Holland Area Historical Society (NHAHS) bought at auction to display with New Holland Band (NHB) artifacts in the NHAHS museum conveys a message as well. NHAHS board member Brian Frankhouser explained that drums are often used to identify a band. Displaying a number of post cards associated with small town bands, Frankhouser pointed out the importance of the drum. “The point is that inall these pictures, the only way to identify the band is by the (name) on the drum,” he said. The drum Dissinger purchased is in no shape to be struck, but it bears the name “Bowmansville Band” with a picture of an eagle and a red, white, and blue
BY GEORGE DEIBEL
Executive director Jennifer West stated that Girls on the Run (GOTR) Lancaster-Lebanon is designed to help girls achieve whatever goals they set.
“We like to say girls join for 100 different reasons,” she said. “Some like to get faster in a sport on their offseason. Some are new to the area, and they want to make friends. Some have friends,
The Garden Spot Marching Band members learned the fall drill during band camp.
Brian Frankhouser, Mitch Dissinger, and Mike Ressler display the Bowmansville Band drum that recently became part of the New Holland Area Historical Society New Holland Band display.
Shoes & Boots For The Whole Family
UDSF Announces Promotions
As United Disabilities Services Foundation (UDSF) celebrates its 60th anniversary, the organization has announced the promotion of six individuals who have exemplified outstanding leadership and commitment.
After 15 years of service, Judy Naylor has assumed the role of president and CEO. She will serve as the primary leader, strategist and advocate of the organization, overseeing all aspects of operations, programs, finance and strategic growth. Naylor has actively contributed to the strategic planning and succession planning processes, playing a role in developing strategic deployment practices across the organization.
Debra Scheidt has been appointed senior vice president of clinical operations, where she will oversee and enhance the quality, efficiency, compliance and accreditation of clinical operations across the organization. During her nine-
year tenure, she has grown the organization’s home and community-based services from approximately 1,700 to more than 9,000 participants. Scheidt has also assisted in growing and hiring staff for several new programs, as well as educating staff and the community on UDSF’s initiatives.
Elizabeth Brennan will assume her new role as chief financial officer, developing and implementing financial strategies aligned with UDSF’s goals. She will be responsible for all efforts related to the organization’s finance function, including efficient resource allocation, risk management and regulatory compliance.
Church Plans Chicken Barbecue, Yard Sales
Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 150 Water St., New Holland, will hold a chicken barbecue and yard sales on Saturday, Aug. 30, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Yard sales will be set up around the parking lot and in the gym. The food for the chicken barbecue will be made on-site and will be available for pickup beginning at 10 a.m. Meals will include a half-chicken, chips, and water. Tickets are available in advance by calling 717-575-7498, and additional chicken meals will also be for sale
on-site. Preordered meals must be picked up by 1 p.m.
Yard sale spaces can be reserved for a small fee by calling 717-575-7498, and reservations are nonrefundable. Indoor spaces will include a table and chairs. Outdoor spaces will only include a reserved area; people should bring their own table, tent, and chairs. Setup will start at 6 a.m. Vendors may not sell food or drink items. For more information, call the church at 717-354-4686.
Fairmount Posts Concert
Fairmount in Ephrata will host a concert by J-Tyme Bluegrass on Tuesday, Aug. 26, at 6:30 p.m. The outdoor concert will take place at 333 Wheat Ridge Drive on the west side of the Fairmount campus.
The concert is open to the public, and attendees should bring their own lawn chairs. In the case of inclement weather, the rain date will be Thursday, Aug. 28, at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.fairmounthomes.org.
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Erik Lofgren’s appointment as chief technology officer acknowledges his contributions to future innovation, ensuring that technology actively drives UDSF’s mission and enhances the lives of its clients. In his new role, Lofgren will oversee the organization’s technology strategy, ensuring it supports business objectives while safeguarding sensitive information. For him, this role is more than IT management; it’s a mission-driven endeavor, directly utilizing technology to enhance the lives and independence of individuals with disabilities and the older population.
Robin Ulrich’s promotion to chief people and strategy officer recognizes her leadership in both human resources and strategic planning. Ulrich, who joined UDSF 15 years ago, will drive workforce management in sync with business goals to boost performance, spark innovation and strengthen company culture.
Mason Smeltzer’s appointment as senior vice president of program operations will help him make an impact on a macro level for UDSF. In his new role, Smeltzer will be responsible for all direct service business lines, including budgeting, financial performance, KPI creation, tracking and measuring, strategic goal setting and adherence and overall program growth.
To learn more about the UDS Foundation, visit www.udservices.org.
shield. “They’re not just a bunch of guys with instruments, but we discern who they are from the drum.”
Frankhouser’s post card collection identifies bands from around the county, including Akron, Churchtown, Christiana, Elizabethtown, and several areas near what is now Leola. “Leola was (made up of) three places,” explained Frankhouser. “Leacock, Mechanicsburg, and Bareville.” According to Frankhouser, the golden age of town bands is probably from the late 19th century to about 1920.
In the spring, when the New Holland Band Museum, founded by NHB member Art Futer in 1980, was absorbed into the NHAHS Museum, NHAHS board chair and band member Mike Ressler, along with Frankhouser, coordinated the effort to merge the two museums. Now, Ressler is looking back to an exhibit Futer originally organized about the Bowmansville Band to decipher clues about the community musicians. Ressler has a photo of the band from around 1904, but the drum in the photo is not the one Dissinger purchased. Frankhouser’s research pointed to the band’s origins around 1856, but the archives he researched do not actually reference the band until around 1876. Frankhouser suspects the drum was new to the band in the late 19th or early 20th century.
Dissinger first spotted the drum in a local antique shop prior to 2020. He talked to the NHAHS board about the item, and members expressed interest, but the drum was not for sale. Finally, on April 4, the drum became available in an online auction, and Dissinger was able to purchase it with funds from both NHAHS and NHB. NHAHS offered the drum to the Terre Hill Area Historical Society, which declined the instrument due to space concerns. The drum is not in good condition, but NHAHS plans to only stabilize the instrument to preserve it rather than restore it.
A small room adjacent to the Steve Loewen Community Room has been designated for NHB items.
“This is pretty much a self-touring exhibit,” said Ressler of the room where the drum will be on display. Also located in the room is information on the New Holland Boys Band, which was started by the New Holland Lions Club. The Boys Band was active from 1929 to 1936. Ressler noted that the band exhibit will be open during regular NHAHS Museum hours, which are Thursday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No admission fee is charged to visit the museum. More information about NHAHS may be found at https://nhhistorical .com or by searching for “New Holland Area Historical Society” on Facebook.
Potter’s House Plans Fundraiser
The Potter’s House will host a family-friendly comedy night on Thursday, Sept. 11, at Shady Maple’s banquet facility, 129 Toddy Drive, East Earl. Doors will open at 6 p.m., and the event will start at 6:30 p.m.
The event will be a fundraiser to support The Potter’s House, with
all proceeds supporting the men and women the organization serves. It will include food, community, and a celebration of the organization’s work.
For more information or to register by Wednesday, Aug. 27, visit www.the pottershouselancaster.com/ comedy-friendraiser-rsvp.
Historical Society To Meet
The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley will offer an educational program, “Women in the Civil War,” on Wednesday, Aug., 27, at 7 p.m. at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 167 E. Main St., Ephrata.
Dominish Marie Miller, author, court librarian, historian and re-enactor with the
87th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry (PVI), will speak about women soldiers who fought in the Civil War. The program is open free to the public. The parking lot and entrance are accessible via the alley behind the church. For more information, visit www.cocalicovalleyhs.org or call 717-733-1616.
BANGOR EPISCOPAL-FOUNDED 1722. 4 mi. W of Morgantown on Rt. 23 in Churchtown. Sunday Holy Eucharist at 10am. All are welcome. Handicap accessible. Parking lot adjacent to the church off Water Street. For additional info., www.bangorepiscopal.org
BETHANY GRACE FELLOWSHIP: 400 Reading Road, East Earl (at the corner of Rt. 625 & Union Grove Rd.) Join us for worship, Sundays at 9 & 10:35AM. Adult, Youth, 56 Club classes at 10:35. Options for nursery-grade 4 during both time slots. Check us out at www.bethanygf.org or call 717-4456644 with questions. To Thrive | To Impact | To Unify.
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 758 Spruce Rd., New Holland 717-354-8428. “Building Community with Christ, to Impact a World without Christ” Pastor: Dr. Doug Bozung. Please go to cfcnewholland.org/visit for information concerning worship services, adult ministries, youth & children’s ministries.
CHURCHTOWN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: 2170 Main Street, Narvon (Churchtown). Phone: 717-445-5585, umcchurchtown@gmail.com. Pastor Dave Kling, dklingclm@gmail.com 5 mi East of New Holland on PA 23. Sunday worship at 9 am. Handicapped Access.
LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH (AG): Located at 1279 Main St., East Earl, invites you to join us for a time of contemporary worship and biblical preaching at our 9am service on Sunday mornings and 7pm service on Wednesday evenings. Kids ministry for birth through 5th grade and youth ministry for 6th through 12th grade is available. Lead Pastor: Stephen Ritchey. For more information on our services and programs, visit us online at Lighthouseag.com
MT ZION CHURCH: 753 Mt. Zion Rd., Narvon, PA. Pastor: Ian Solodky, Worship Leader: Joe Liptock, Praise Band “3:16”. Adult Bible Study 9 am, Worship Service 10:15 am, Child Care Provided. We teach the traditional Gospel of Jesus Christ. All are welcome! Enjoy the views of our beautiful rural setting. Facebook.com/mtzionroad/ Instagram: Mt.Zion_narvon
OUR LADY OF LOURDES Catholic Church: 150 Water Street, New Holland, PA 17557 Father Steven Fauser, Pastor. Visit us online at www.ourladyoflourdesnh.com Sunday 8am & 10:30am. Saturday 5pm. Weekday Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9am. PARKESBURG WORD OF FAITH CHURCH Sunday Service 10 am & Wednesday prayer at 7:30 pm - at 501 Lenover Rd., Parkesburg, PA 19365. Call 610-593-2277 www.parkesburgwordoffaith.org
PILGRIM BIBLE CHURCH: 5367 Paes Rd., New Holland. Located 1/4 mi from Welsh Mountain Rec. Center on Paes Rd., 717-354-9444. Sunday School 9:15 am, Worship Service 10:30 am. Nursery. Pastor: Norman Griess.
ST. JOHN CENTER LUTHERAN CHURCH: 599 Reading Rd., East Earl, PA 17519 717-445-5505. Sunday Worship 11 am
ST. PAUL'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 105 W. Main Street., Terre Hill. 717-4455512. stpaulsumcterrehill@gmail.com Pastor Lisa Kurtz, Adult Sunday School at 9:30 AM, Worship at 11:00 AM. Handicap Accessible.
ST. STEPHEN REFORMED CHURCH (Presbyterian Church In America): “A Beacon on the Hill.” The Word of God is central to our worship. Sunday Worship at 9:30am and 4:00pm. Sunday School for all ages following morning worship. For more information visit www.ststephenpca.org Lead Pastor: Rev. Dr. Andrew DiNardo. 249 E. Main Street New Holland PA 717-354-7871.
THE COMMUNITY CHURCH AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE: 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. Pastor Chet Yoder. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:00 am for our Live Stream Worship at www.gardenspotvillage.org/live
Please Note: Updates can be made to your church’s listing for 1st issue date of each month only. (Changes must be submitted by the previous Wednesday.) For More Information On Church Listings And Rates, Call Justin at 717-492-2533
Presentation on Smart Technology Set
Garden Spot Village will host a presentation by Karen Latimer, director of enabling technologies at KenCrest, titled “Empowering Independence: Leveraging Smart Technology for Aging in Place” on Tuesday, Aug. 26, at 1 p.m. in the Garden Spot Village Chapel, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland.
Latimer has more than 30 years of experience in the field of assistive technology and disability services. She has held various roles, including assistive technology specialist at the Delaware Assistive Technology Initiative (DATI) and the Center for Disabilities Studies at the University of Delaware, as well as at Pennsylvania’s Initiative on Assistive Technology (PIAT/TECHOWL). She also served as a student services coordinator for assistive technology at Disability Student Services at Temple University before joining KenCrest in 2023.
In her current role at KenCrest, Latimer provides solutions in the field of assistive technology. She is a certified assistive technology practitioner (RESNA, ATP) and enabling technology integration specialist (SHIFT, ETIS).
The session will explore how cutting-edge smart technology can significantly enhance the independence and quality of life for individuals wishing to age in their own homes. Attendees will gain insights into the latest innovations in smart technology, including adaptive devices, smart home systems, and personalized digital assistants designed specifically for mainstream use. The presentation will cover practical applications, funding options, and actionable strategies for integrating these technologies into daily routines, emergency response plans, and overall safety.
No registration is required.
Knaub To Retire From Choices Healthcare
Choices Healthcare, the parent organization of Hospice & Community Care and Hospice of Central Pennsylvania, has announced that its president and CEO, Steve Knaub, will retire on Wednesday, Dec. 31, after more than 27 years of service. Knaub steered the organization through significant achievements and growth and fostered relationships with health care partners and the community.
Knaub’s career with Hospice & Community Care began in 1998 when he joined as vice president, chief financial officer. He became the chief operating officer in 2002 and the president and CEO in 2011. Under his guidance, the organization evolved into Choices Healthcare in 2024 and now serves thousands of patients and families across central Pennsylvania.
Knaub led several initiatives, including the expansion of the Essa Flory Center in Lancaster, the opening of the Bob Fryer & Family Inpatient Center and the Pathways Center for Grief & Loss in Mount Joy, and the expansion
into York County in 2012. He was also instrumental in the affiliation between Hospice & Community Care and Hospice of Central Pennsylvania, bringing together two nonprofit organizations with a shared mission to enhance access to quality end-of-life care.
Knaub, a graduate of Shippensburg University with a degree in business administration, began his professional journey in public accounting before dedicating his career to nonprofit health care.
The board of directors is conducting a national search for Knaub’s successor, aiming to ensure a smooth transition and continued momentum for Choices Healthcare.
Kids Cookie Break Fest Planned
WJTL will host the Kids Cookie Break Fest on Saturday, Aug. 23, at The Junction Center, 1875 Junction Road, Manheim.
Identical programs will be offered from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 to 5 p.m.
The event will feature two outdoor stages with performances by Phredd, First Capital Drumline, Forgotten Friend Reptile Sanctuary, Erick Hershey’s Country Conjuring Magic, The Music Podcast for Kids, Marian and Friends, Cissy and The Man, The DKers, and This Way Up.
Activities will include bounce houses, covered wagon rides, Spooky Nook Gymnastics, Snapology fun, barrel train rides, chalk art, interactive vendor tents, carnival games, and food trucks.
Attendees are asked to bring pantry items or condiments to donate to Water Street Mission. A list of needed items can be viewed at www.thejunctioncenter .com/kids-cookie-break -fest-2025.
Karen Latimer
Steve Knaub
Mennonite Life Sets Behind-the-Scenes
Event
Mennonite Life, 2215 Millstream Road, Lancaster, will host a behindthe-scenes event inviting the public into museum storage for a rare look at the work that goes into preserving local history. Visitors are invited to drop in at the Mennonite Life Collections Building on Friday, Aug. 22, between 10 a.m. and noon.
Guests will learn how museum professionals care for fragile textiles and artifacts. The event will highlight ongoing collections work, with a special focus on the museum’s show towel and quilt collections.
Show towels are long, delicately embroidered linens. Most were made by young women in 19th-cen-
tury Pennsylvania German and Mennonite communities as a way of displaying intricate needleworking skills and expressing faith and family identity.
Mennonite Life curator Emily Immel will demonstrate how these delicate objects are stored using archival materials. Attendees may watch as she physically tags and rolls show towels onto archival tubes, a preservation method that helps protect them for generations to come.
The event is open to the public. To register, visit www.mennonitelife.org/ events.
Mennonite Life curator Emily Immel will demonstrate a method used to preserve 19th-century show towels.
Mennonite Life’s vision is diverse communities connecting across boundaries by knowing and valuing their own and each other’s stories of life, faith, cultures, and histories.
and they just want to have a really great time. You can be from any area and when you participate in Girls on the Run, you are going to get out of it exactly what you need.”
GOTR Lancaster-Lebanon is a registered 501(c) (3) organization that serves girls in third through eighth grades in Lancaster and Lebanon counties. West said that since forming in 2009, the council has impacted nearly 24,000 girls through locally delivered GOTR, Heart & Sole, and Camp GOTR programs.
Registration for the fall season will be open through Saturday, Sept. 13. Go to www.gotrlancaster.org for more details or to register.
There is a fee to participate, but GOTR has several financial assistance plans and payment options. Registration includes 20 practice sessions conducted by certified and trained GOTR volunteer coaches, curriculum and lesson materials and a take-home journal with activities, an official GOTR season T-shirt and gift, and 5K registration and a medal.
Each team will do a community impact project. “It’s very important to give back to the space where you live so each team picks something that they can do for the school or for the community or for emergency services,” West said.
GOTR teams typically practice twice a week for 10 weeks, and the season will culminate with a celebratory 5K on Sunday, Nov. 16, at 2:30 p.m. at Millersville University’s Pucillo Field.
“By participating in Girls on the Run Lancaster-Lebanon programs, girls learn to raise the bar, to use their voices for positive and effective change, to become empowered leaders over their lives, as well as in their communities, and to simply be the best version of their already extraordinary selves,” West said.
Girls on the Run Lancaster-Lebanon was founded in 2009. “A friend (Carrie Johnson) and I got together, and she said, ‘This thing called Girls on the Run looks fantastic,’” said West. “’It’s an empowerment program for girls in third through eighth grades. We talk about self-esteem being the best version of yourself that you can be, standing up for yourself and others, and character development.’ At the time, we both had girls in third and fifth grade, and it was fantastic.”
The first team consisted of 25 girls in Hempfield and now GOTR teams are in
every single school district in Lancaster and four of the six districts in Lebanon.
“We have been growing by leaps and bounds every single year,” West said.
“Lancaster and Lebanon counties have been such a welcoming community. It’s absolutely amazing to see the support from donors and sponsors but also from the families that trust us enough to allow us to spend this time with their daughters. It’s just absolutely unbelievable.”
GOTR is for girls of every ability. “You don’t have to run to be in the program,” said West. “That is a common misconception because we’re called Girls on the Run, but it’s really about moving forward. We say you can hop, roll, skip, or jump your way to the finish line.”
West noted that the program offers an ideal time to bond with teammates.
“The girls will talk about everything from being a good friend to stopping and take a breather before you respond to texts and social media,” she said. “We talk about peer pressure and how can you be the best
friend and what qualities do you look for in a friend. It’s so much fun for the girls and it really does introduce them to a lifelong love of being physically active. When you are walking or jogging or running side by side with somebody and you’re having conversations and being silly and having a good time, you’re not thinking about whether you’re jogging or walking.”
There are approximately 600 volunteer coaches a year. “We can’t run the program without volunteers,” said West. “One of our biggest hurdles when it comes to providing the program is recruiting our volunteer coaches. It is a pretty big commitment because the season is so long. But without our volunteer coaches, we can’t support teams at different sites. We look for those individuals who want to be in that mentorship state with girls and support them in terms of their growth and development.”
Women, men, and high school girls can all help with the coaching. Anyone interested in volunteering can email GOTR program director Kylie Homan at kylie.homan@girlson therun.org. “Girls on the Run has a nationally recognized training program for our coaches,” said West. We want to make sure they’re equipped with everything they need to serve the girls the best they can.”
Each GOTR athlete will compete with a buddy in the season-ending 5K. The buddy must register for the race and be 16 years old or older. “The buddies are there to keep encouraging them to go at their pace,” said West. “It can be a family friend, it can be a teacher, it can be a neighbor.”
GOTR is also seeking volunteers for the 5K. “We need hundreds of volunteers to be in cheer zones and people to make it fun and help keep it safe,” said West.
A Girls on the Run team at last year’s 5K at Franklin & Marshall College
Dignity and Hope on Sale at the ReStore
BY JEFF FALK
Conscientious consumers are economic engineers, thrifty spenders and financial stewards. They are also very much aware of where their money goes and whom it benefits.
Conscientious consumers know that money used for purchases at the ReStore is well-spent.
“The ReStore is a treasure hunt,” said Ben Mathus, who’s been the ReStore’s director for eight years. “Our savvy shoppers know our truck schedule. They want to see what new products are going to hit our floor. The savvy shoppers are in here regularly searching for gems. There are tremendous savings here.”
It’s been a year since Lancaster-Lebanon Habitat for Humanity relocated its ReStore retail operations from a 20,000-square-foot building at 155 Independence Court, Lancaster, to a 33,000-square-foot site at 1061 Manheim Pike, Lancaster. That anniversary was marked with a celebration on June 21.
“We had a great vibe going on that day,” said Mathus. “We had a line outside the front door. When we opened the doors, people rushed in. It was kind of a party atmosphere. We generated a lot of income for the house-building program.”
“We were at our old location for 25 years, and we just outgrew it,” Mathus added. “It was time for something newer, larger, something to support our growing mission. It’s a larger, brighter building, and it’s a better customer experience all the way around.”
In a typical year, the ReStore sells enough of those donated items to fund two housing projects for Lancaster-Lebanon Habitat for Humanity, which renovates or builds safe, affordable homes for local low-income families.
“The ReStore is one of the fundraising arms of Habitat for Humanity,” said Mathus. “We are all about reduce, reuse and recycle and keeping materials out of landfills. We’re prioritizing materials. We are a retail outlet. Our mission is clear; we support our affiliate program.”
On the average, between 200 and 300 shoppers frequent the ReStore each day. The ReStore is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“My favorite part is seeing what comes in through our donation doors, seeing what kind of interesting items come in,” said Mathus. “We don’t have an inventory. We don’t get manifests of what’s coming in. It’s always different. It’s always unexpected.”
The event is free of charge, but tickets are required. To reserve tickets, visit the aforementioned website. When reserving tickets, attendees will also have the option to purchase a boxed meal, which will include a Chick-fil-A sandwich, Herr’s chips, applesauce, a drink, and a Chick-fil-A cookie. Boxed meals will not be available for purchase at the event.
15 staff members. But the ReStore “really couldn’t do what we do” without the work of nearly 40 regular volunteers, Mathus emphasized.
“Everyone deserves a safe, dry, affordable house,” said Mathus. “Everyone needs a place to live. If it’s not safe, dry and affordable, it’s not a house; it’s not a home. Having a roof over your head affords so many opportunities. Housing is critical. We see it with kids’ grades. That stuff trickles down, and it affects the whole family. We want everyone to thrive and survive.”
Habitat for Humanity, an international organization, launched an arm in Lan -
caster in 1986. In 2015, the local branch expanded to include residents in Lebanon County.
Originally started in a location at 1520 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, the ReStore has been financially supporting the Lancaster-Lebanon Habitat for Humanity’s mission for 32 years.
“We’ve helped hundreds of people over that time, locally, in our region,” said Mathus. “We build new houses and remodel older homes. By preserving existing structures, we’re saving the soul of the city.”
For additional information, go to www.lancaster lebanonhabitat.org.
New Holland neighborhood nestled close to farmlands and local amenities. Offering 1,320 square feet of living space on a 0.3-acre lot, the home features 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and a practical single-story layout with a full basement for additional living or storage space. It
PUBLIC AUCTION
interior doors, windows, all kinds of brands expected, paneling, moldings. All kinds of buggies, carts, carriages, spring wagons, & possibly sleighs and lots & lots more items to numerous to mention.
QUILTS, (online and live 9:00) - CRAFTS and SPORTING GOODS (8:30) Shrubs (9:00) - Lawn Furniture (9:30) - Carriages (10:00) Carriage Consignment Questions Contact Paul: (717) 490-2092 DONATED ITEMS APPRECIATED ALL OTHER ITEMS SOLD ON COMMISSION FORK LIFTS PROVIDED BY GAP POWER RENTALS, GAP, PA. NO HAZARDOUS MATERIAL ALL ITEMS MUST BE IN SELLABLE CONDITION NO JUNK
Quilt receiving dates are Tuesday, August 26th and Wednesday, August 27th, We will be receiving, building materials, buggies, and other items on Thursday, September 18th and Friday, September 19th. From 7:00 a.m. till 7:00 p.m. We will have loaders on the grounds Monday, September 22nd and Tuesday, September 23rd. No consignments accepted on sale day (LOTS OF GOOD FOOD ALL DAY)
NOTE: Terms are cash or PA Check, Visa or MasterCard accepted, 3% buyers’ premium waived if paid by cash or check. No out-of-state
Shoppers scan shelves for items at Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore location in Manheim Township.
“Horst Auction Center”
SALE ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, HOUSEHOLD GOODS, TOOLS
WED., AUG. 27, 2025 AT 1:00 P.M.
Preview: Tues., August 26 from 2-5 PM and Wed., August 27, from 8 AM
*The following is just a very general list of items to be sold.
Photos representing the entire auction will be posted on our website www.horstauction.com on Tues., August 26. Sale to be held at the Horst Auction Center, 50 Durlach Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522
Accepted Payments: Cash or PA Check, Visa, MasterCard & Debit Card with 3% Fee. No out-of-state checks without prior approval.
Sale For: FRED & RUTH BUCH BARB MCCONELL; SHEILA WEAVER BEVERLY KIMBLE & OTHERS
PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 • 7:00 P.M. 394
Patio-Full Appliances-Rutt Custom Kitchen; Onsite Well & NEW Septic with drainfield; NEW water softener & heater-Utility Shed. VERY GOOD CONDITION--MOVE-IN READY.
2024/2025 Taxes approximately $3,148.28
Real Estate Terms: $30,000 down payment on day of sale, Good PA check or Certified Funds for out of state buyers. Settlement within 60 days. Real Estate is being sold as/is & subject to purchaser’s sole discretion of value & condition. ALL SHOWINGS ARE BY APPOINTMENT
Contact Auctioneer, Patrick Morgan at 717-278-9202 to schedule your showing.
More details, photos, & terms at www.pmorganauctions.com
Sale For The Estate of Robert L. & Jean L. Tressler
Attorney: E. Richard Young, Ephrata, PA 717-738-9000
CLEAN 4-BEDROOM & 2-FULL BATH BI-LEVEL HOUSE .92-ACRE WOODED LOT * PRIVATE BACKYARD NEWER 40’x30’ DETACHED 2-CAR GARAGE/SHOP THURSDAY,
and Bennici said that one of the first is “Warning, Do Not Cross the Yellow Line!” “The color guard will make the yellow line we will break through,” said Bennici.
Drum majors Elena Zimmermand and Jenna Zueno noted that the drill includes challenges such as directional changes and visual isolation of band sections. “Getting (band members) to move to
where they need to be is a very unique (experience),” explained Zimmerman.
“It’s a decent challenge musically,” added Zueno, who noted that playing the music while marching and focusing on dynamics and articulation is not easy. “They’re doing a great job so far,” she pointed out.
Indeed, Bennici was impressed with the band’s
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Bennici said she had fun writing the drill, and the drum majors said that band members are experiencing the joy of seeing the show come together. “There’s a section called followthe-leader with trumpets and color guard in a giant rectangle of winds and brass. It’s so cool,” stated Zueno. Bennici explained that in that segment, the narration is talking about unidirectional electricity, and that the follow-the-leader dynamic represents that current. Alternating current is represented as a sine wave on the field during the ballad.
To add a little more fun into the long days of marching and learning, the drum majors organize theme dress-up days and daily band Olympic competitions for which students receive points. This year, the week began with Mayhem Monday, which encouraged students to come up with off-the-wall costumes.
Time Travel Tuesday gave students a chance to dress in clothing reminiscent of the past or focused on the future. Woods Wednesday encouraged outdoorsy outfits, and Section Night invited each section of the band to come up with its own theme and dress accordingly. For the Friday night parent show, students wore their band shirts, with leadership team members wearing special tie-dyed patterns.
“The leadership team is absolutely amazing this year,” noted Bennici, who noted the leaders include the drum majors plus a number of section leaders. Impressive leadership is especially important this year as the band marches into a realm where a higher level of achievement will be expected. “We are competing for the first time,” shared Bennici, who noted that the band will take part in a U.S. Bands circuit show on Saturday, Sept. 13, and in the Cavalcade Circuit American Class championships on Saturday, Nov. 1. The band will also march in the New Holland Fair Parade on Wednesday, Oct. 1.
Bennici believes the students are preparing to develop a competitive edge. “The staff has been blown away by the students’ positive attitudes,” she said. “They want to be challenged, and they want to be pushed. No matter how tired they are they are pushing through to new heights.”
Zimmerman and Zueno echoed Bennici, noting that they have witnessed band members’ confidence and will to succeed. “The energy is amazing,” stated Zueno.
“(Band members) are very open minded,” added Zimmerman.
Both students agreed that the attitude and outlook was important. “We have a lot of new competitions to get ready for,” said Zimmerman.
“Other bands, get ready,” said Zueno with a chuckle.
“Everyone is stepping up this year,” concluded Bennici.
Elena Zimmerman (left) and Jenna Zueno will serve as drum majors for the 2025 Garden Spot Marching Band.
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Touchstone Foundation Expands Youth Programming
Touchstone Foundation has announced the expansion of its mental health mentorship programming. The summer Rise Above program will be offered as a new after-school program or student club for Lancaster County high school students during the school year, expanding pathways for students to become youth mental health advocates.
The Rise Above program connects Lancaster County high school students with trusted adult mentors, including mental health professionals, teaching artists, and local leaders. The program aims to foster safe spaces for students to explore their identity, strengthen coping skills, and gain confidence through community, creativity, and conversation.
With grant funding from the Lancaster County Community Foundation’s Next Generation Grant, the Touchstone Foundation has developed a new curriculum for Rise Above after-school programs. The curriculum is built around three key modules: discovering yourself, interacting with others, and looking to the future. Students will participate in guided sessions on sound healing, poetry, journaling, racial equity, safe teen dating, and more.
In response to a need for youth mentorship, Touchstone Foundation is funding additional mentorship and youth wellness partnerships with organizations including City Limits Foundation Grant, Welcoming Connections, YWCA Lancaster, Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA, The Hood Hippie Love Yourself, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health, Community Wellness, Community Services Group, Bench Mark Program, 415 East Recording, and Soliman Photography & Videography.
Touchstone Foundation is a nonprofit organization that has focused on elevating the mental well-being of youths and children in Lancaster County for 25 years. For more information, visit https://touchstone found.org.
