One Step at a Time
BY ANN MEAD ASH
For several years, Krisana Poontajak, pastor of Cedar Grove Presbyterian Church and one of the organizers of the New Holland Area CROP Walk, has had a fundraising target. “The goal is to reach $10,000,” shared Poontajak.
“Two years ago, we raised $7,300, and we raised $9,136 last year.”
To reach that goal, Poontajak hopes to see more than 50 walkers turn out for the 2025 Walk - the 48th for the area - which is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 19, in the New Holland Memorial Community Park in the 400 block of Jackson Street, New Holland. Participants are asked to meet at the Rotary Pavilion at 1 p.m. to complete the registration process. The walk will leave the pavilion at 1:30 p.m. and traverse a route of about 3 miles
through nearby Garden Spot Village. Several ELANCO and Conestoga Valley area churches join together
to raise funds. Church members are informed about the event by church recruiters. Churches taking
Supporting Girls and Women With Dignity
BY CAT SHANNON
Sarah Zeitler wants to get people talking about some of life’s most basic necessities while making sure everyone has access to them.
The Lancaster woman is the local face of I Support the Girls, a national nonprofit that collects bras, underwear and feminine hygiene products for girls and women in need. What began for Zeitler as a simple search for a place to donate gently used bras has grown into a mission she calls both energizing and deeply personal.
“I’m very focused on changing the conversation,” says Zeitler, who has two teenage daughters, ages 14 and 16. “Why don’t we talk about pads and tampons? ... I tell my girls, ‘You don’t have to be embarrassed by this topic.’ I want to help people who don’t have access to products most of us take for granted.”
BY FRANCINE FULTON
For 12 years, Sam and Jill Waters of New Holland operated Still Waters Ministries, which offered faith-based counseling services for men and women at Conestoga Mennonite Church. After Jill passed away in April, Sam decided to take the ministry in a different direction by offering Lonely No More, a support group for people who are experiencing loneliness.
Lonely No More, open to men and women age 45 and over, will meet at the church from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on the first and third Saturdays of the month from October through December, beginning on Oct. 4. There is no charge to attend the meeting. Snacks will be provided.
“Still Waters Ministries closed at the end of 2024. Now, God has called me into a new ministry - Lonely No More Ministries,” Sam said.
Zeitler discovered I Support the Girls in late 2024. When she realized Lancaster no longer had an active chapter, she quickly stepped up. The hyperlocal aspect drew her in.
“I like that the bras you’re giving are not going to women in another state,” she said. “They’re going right back to local women. I also wanted to be sure these bras were going to women in need who were going to use them.”
I Support the Girls began 10 years ago when founder Dana Marlowe started the organization in the Washington, D.C., area. From one donated bra, the organization has grown to more
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Organizers of the 2025 New Holland Area CROP Walk include (from left) George Weaver, Diane Weaver, Cheryl Zook Justice, Demi Porter, and Kris Poontajak.
Sam Waters
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Locally, Zeitler collects donations and works with partners including Second Grace, which supports young single mothers, and River’s Place, a free clothing closet at St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manheim Township. She has also begun reaching out to local doctor’s offices, especially plastic surgeons, to encourage women undergoing breast surgery to donate their gently used bras.
At her job as a product manager at Armstrong, she regularly collects donations. And thanks to I Support the Girls national partnerships with major retailers like Victoria’s Secret, she receives shipments of new bras to distribute.
This year, Zeitler received a grant to create a permanent collection site in Lancaster. While she’s still searching for the right location, she continues to collect donations at her home and through temporary community partners. This fall, for example, a collection bin will be available at Pocket Books, 903 Wheatland Ave., Lancaster, through October.
For Zeitler, the work is about more than just distributing products; it’s about starting conversations that too often remain in the shadows.
“I like to make sure there is diversity in what I’m giving away,” she said. “I want to have everything from sports bras to special occasions, from tween sizes to larger sizes.”
Her work has become a family effort. Her daughters, August and Citizen, pitch in with everything from social media posts to sorting donations. They’ve also joined her at training sessions offered by the national nonprofit, turning the project into a shared mission of empowerment.
“I’m passionate about women’s causes,” she said. “We have very unique needs. Men don’t have to worry about having the right bras to go to work and feel professional or feel confident in their own skin. This is something I’m very passionate about, and doing this work literally energizes me.”
She notes that her involvement in the project has raised her own awareness about community needs.
“Think about victims of domestic violence,” she said. “The police often collect undergarments as evidence, and these women are sent home without underwear. ... Girls literally miss school because they don’t have the proper hygiene products.”
It’s also important to Zeitler that donations stay in the local area.
“Everything that comes into us, whether it’s money, hygiene products or bras, it all goes right to women and girls right here in Lancaster,” she said. “This is really a boots-on-the-ground organization, and we are helping right where it’s needed.”
To learn more about I Support the Girls or to make a donation, email takemybras@gmail .com or search Instagram for @ isupportthegirlslancasterpa. Zeitler also has an Amazon Wish List accessible at https://bit .ly/3K6eApn.
Sarah Zeitler with daughters August (left) and Citizen
GS Field Hockey Falls to Barons, 2-0
On Tuesday, September 23, Garden Spot’s Carley Gerhart steals the ball from Manheim Central’s Adalyn Turner during a 2-0 loss.
Garden Spot’s
Elena Martin sprints down the field past Manheim Central’s Alexx Rada during a 2-0 loss on Tuesday, September 23, on the road.
Spartans’ Alyssa Swatski fires a shot on goal before Central’s Mckenna Hess deflects the attempt during a 2-0 loss on Tuesday, September 23.
Garden Spot’s Aliyah Zimmerman carries the ball around Manheim Central’s Adalyn Turner during a 2-0 loss on Tuesday, September 23, on the road.
Spartans’ Brianna Gerhart gets around Barons’ Laura Minnich during a 2-0 loss on Thursday, September 18 in Manheim. In
loss on the road, Garden Spot’s Emily Heller prepares to pass down the field past Manheim Central’s Adalyn Turner (1) and Aubrey Schreib (14) on Tuesday, September 23.
GSV Plans Programs
Garden Spot Village (GSV), 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, has posted several events. They are free and open to the public.
The Artisans Corner: First Friday Pop-Up will take place on Oct. 3 from 10 a.m. to noon. Resident artist Marie Diehl will display cards and jewelry outside The Artisans Corner in the Village Square.
Daniel Barta, a pianist and composer and future GSV resident, will present a concert on Thursday, Oct. 16, at 7 p.m. His portfolio includes compositions in all genres, including solo, chamber, choral, and orchestral works.
Beth Shirk, a musician and teacher, will perform a concert on Friday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. in the chapel. She will play a variety of music on the flute, cello, and piano.
An Explore Retirement Living Open House will take place on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Prospective residents will have the opportunity to tour the campus. For more information,
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register at www.gardenspot village.org/visit.
The New Holland Area Historical Society will present a program, “The History of Bismoline Powder Company of Lancaster,” on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. in the chapel. Arthur Keen, general manager of Bismoline Medicated Powder Company, will share the history of the local business.
An Artisans Showcase will take place on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Artisans Corner. Artisans will demonstrate and explain the creative process as they show how they create their pieces. Items will be available for purchase in The Artisans Corner.
A Scam and Fraud Prevention Presentation will be held on Friday, Oct. 31, from 10 a.m. to noon. State Rep. Keith Greiner and representatives from the Pennsylvania Department of Banking will present an informational session in the chapel.
For more information on any of these events, call 717-355-6000.
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part in this year’s walk, in addition to Cedar Grove, are Akron Mennonite Church, Ranck’s United Methodist Church, Zion Lutheran Church, and Leola United Methodist Church (LUMC).
George Weaver, who has been recruiting for LUMC for two decades, said that other area churches are welcome to join in the effort. “All you need is a few people to get interested and then get others interested,” he stated. “It’s a good cause.” Those wishing to become recruiters should email pastorkris@frontier.com or call 717-354-5573.
CROP, a program of Church World Service (CWS), has been active nationwide for more than 50 years. Around the
globe, CROP funds bring food and clean water to those in need. Some funds are used to create wells to provide water for agriculture and drinking.
In Lancaster County, a portion of the funds raised by area CROP Walks are used to support food pantries. In 2024, funds raised by the New Holland area walk went to the Conestoga Valley Christian Community Services, which received more than $1,500, and the CrossNet Food and Nutrition Center, which received more than $2,000.
Individuals wishing to take part in the 2025 New Holland Area CROP Walk may visit www.crophungerwalk.org to register as a walker, join or start a walking team, or make a donation.
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 Lisa Kurtz, lisakurtz01@comcast.net 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
Tracking Down the Perfect Vehicle
Buying a vehicle is a significant financial investment. It is not a decision to take lightly, especially given the historically high prices of new cars in recent years.
Finding a vehicle that is the perfect fit requires consideration of a host of variables, including personal preference. What is perfect for one individual may not work for another. When the time comes to shop for a car, people can ask themselves a few questions in an effort to find a vehicle that best suits their situation.
• What are your needs?
Are you looking to carpool the kids to and from school, or do you want a fuel-efficient car for commuting?
Identifying the main purpose of the vehicle will eliminate certain cars or trucks
right off the bat.
• What is your budget? It is a good idea to get a pre-approval loan statement from a financial provider to figure out what you can afford to pay for a vehicle. The automotive resource Edmunds says the general rule is the monthly car payment should not exceed 15% of your monthly take-home pay. Lease payments should be less than 10% of monthly take-home pay. Calculate these numbers and potential interest rates prior to shopping for a vehicle.
• What size is best for you?
Even though it may seem that SUVs and pickups reign supreme on the road, some drivers prefer smaller vehicles. Figure out how much interior space and cargo room you need. Take the time to sit in different vehicle
classes to determine which size fits you best.
• What are your fuel preferences? Today’s vehicles come in electric, unleaded gasoline, diesel, and hybrid options. How the car or truck is powered may be important to you and will help identify the best vehicle for you.
• What is the cost of ownership? Certain vehicle brands may be more expensive to maintain than others. According to Motor1.com, luxury and premium brands are typically the most expensive to maintain, with European brands typically carrying high maintenance costs. This can be prohibitive when parts or service is needed.
Buying a vehicle requires careful consideration of drivers’ needs, budget, and desired features.
What’s That Noise?
Automobiles have come a long way since their introduction more than 100 years ago. The cars of today are technological marvels, which has made both driving and maintaining a vehicle simpler in certain ways. For example, built-in diagnostic systems can now alert drivers when something is wrong with their car. Although that feature is undeniably useful, drivers can still benefit from learning to recognize issues by ear. Many problems that can affect a car or truck produce unusual sounds, and learning what certain noises may indicate can help drivers detect problems as soon as possible.
- Rattling sound in a wheel well: Many people have mistakenly placed clothing in a dryer without realizing the clothing had spare change in the pock-
ets. That mistake is immediately apparent once the dryer starts thanks to the unpleasant noise of coins bouncing off the interior of the machine. Drivers may hear a similar sound when behind one of their car’s wheels and wonder what’s behind it. Such a sound often indicates that there’s a loose lug nut inside the hubcap. This issue can arise when drivers don’t secure the wheel tightly after changing their own tire or if mechanics make the same mistake when rotating or replacing tires during a routine maintenance session.
- Squeaking sound: The auto insurance experts at Geico note that rear-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicles may produce a rhythmic squeaking sound when an issue arises with the universal joint. JD Power notes that the universal joint, often referred to as a U-joint, is part of the system that enables the rotating crankshaft in the engine of a vehicle to transfer that rotating motion to the rear wheels. U-joints get a workout whenever vehicles are driven, so they require maintenance, and a squeaking sound is one indicator that the U-joint needs to be addressed immediately.
- Squealing sound: A high-pitched squealing sound typically means the vehicle’s brake pads are worn out. However, Cars. com notes that if such a sound is only present when a car is first driven in the morning, it could just be surface rust being scraped off the rotors. After a few initial applications of the brakes, the sound might disappear. If it doesn’t, the vehicle will likely need new brake pads.
- Scraping on the windshield during rain: The scraping sound on a windshield when the wipers are in use should not be taken lightly or be interpreted as a sign that the rain is only falling lightly. In fact, that sound indicates the wipers are worn out, which means they’re not effectively clearing the windshield. In addition, the wipers could be scratching the windshield each time they produce this sound, ultimately necessitating a costly windshield replacement. Wiper blades can be replaced in a matter of minutes, so address this issue promptly.
Learning to recognize the sources of various vehicle noises can help drivers nip problems in the bud before they compromise the automobile and the safety of the people inside it.
Lonely No More
Sam said that loneliness is a growing problem locally and throughout the United States, citing a U.S. Surgeon General report in 2023 that declared an “epidemic” of loneliness affecting half of all American adults. “Recent studies indicate that nearly 1 in 5 Americans report feeling lonely, with higher rates among younger adults and marginalized communities,” Sam stated, adding that loneliness is linked to various health issues, including depression, anxiety and even physical conditions like high blood pressure.
During the upcoming meet -
ings, Sam aims to educate people about loneliness and equip them with tools needed to combat it.
“I’m going to talk about causes for loneliness, the effects of loneliness and steps towards becoming less lonely,” said Sam. “(Meetings) will (offer) education and tools and, if need be, individual counseling.”
He will also encourage attendees to interact with one another. “I do want them to have the opportunity to make connections,” Sam said. “We’ll have activities that create a path for them to interact and get to know
someone else who is experiencing the same things, and hopefully relationships can form from that.”
For example, attendees may take part in icebreaker activities. “If we have a large group, we will break into smaller (groups), and they will ask three questions of everyone at their table. Then, they will switch, and they can introduce the person that they met,” Sam explained.
Cavod Plans Hip-Hop Dance Class
Cavod Performing Arts, 665 W. Main St., New Holland, will host a Hip-Hop Master Class with Marcus Medina on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Medina has more than a decade of experience in the dance industry and has showcased his talents in live performances, music videos, and theme park productions. He has performed as both a principal and backup dancer for major Christian artists, as well as a dancer for Dolly Parton at the Academy of Country Music Awards. He aims to inspire others to use dance as an expression of worship to the Lord. There is a fee, which may be paid at the door. The class is open to dancers age 10 and older.
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While Sam admits that attending the first meeting may be difficult for some, he encourages those who may be experiencing loneliness to attend. He added that loneliness can even occur with people who have friends and family members because individuals may feel misunderstood or disconnected from others. “If you are hesitant about coming, you certainly should come out. It (may be) indicative of some of the underlying issues of loneliness,” he stated. “Get out and begin and the process.”
Conestoga Mennonite Church is located at 2779 Main St. (Route 23), Morgantown. For additional details about the support group, visit the “Lonely No More Ministries” Facebook page. Those with questions may email lonelynomoreministries@gmail .com or call the church office at 610-286-9124.
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Shrubs & Trees: Butterfly Bush, Leucothoe, Hydrangeas, Crape myrtle, Viburnum, Weigelias, Spireas, Goldthreads, Junipers (Bush & Ground Cover), Japanese Hollies, English Hollies, Yews, Hinokis, Abelia, Nandina, Boxwoods, Knockout, Drift & Hybrid-T Roses, Ornamental Grasses, Hosta, Perennials, Mums, misc. Maple trees, Oaks, Weeping Cherries, Weeping Redbuds, Crabapple, Cherries, Zelcova & more. Evergreens: Blue Spruce, Leyland Cypress, Norway Spruce, Green Giant & Emerald Green Arborvitae, Hollies, Blue Ice Cypress, Dwarf Alberta Spruce, Yoshino Cryptomeria, Black Dragon Cryptomeria, White Spruce, Taylor Juniper, Blue Point Juniper, Trautman Juniper. Fruit: Assorted varieties of Fruit Trees, Blueberries and Raspberries. Exotics: Spirals, Evergreen Magnolias, Japanese Maples, Evergreen Specimens, Weeping Alaskan Cedar, Weeping White Spruce, Grafted Junipers and Spruces.
Many more plants, trees and shrubs, too numerous to mention. Items are subject to change.
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Easy access to Rts. 41, 80, 741, 897 etc. Terms: 10% down. Settlement on or before Dec. 23, 2025. Goodley, Deibler, & Fanning, LLP, 717-354-7700. Personal Inspection by Appointment OR Open House: Saturdays, Oct. 4 & 11; 1-3 PM. Contact Brenda at 717-468-9056 to schedule a showing. Contact auctioneer @ 717-354-9524 w/any questions. Auction Info: Join us at this auction for the Dan & Mabel Stoltzfus estate. An auction of nice, clean items. We will begin at 12:00 noon w/HH Goods, Books, Glassware & Antiques. Tools & Coins approx. 2:30. Real Estate at 4:00. Payment Terms: Cash, approved check OR credit card w/3% fee. Auction held in tent - bring chairs. Food Stand. - Gap Area -
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Session To Highlight Hearing Health
A&E Audiology & Hearing Aid Center will offer an informative session on hearing health, focusing on tinnitus, on Monday, Oct. 6, at 10:30 a.m. at Fairmount. The seminar will be held in the Crest View Gathering Room at 1100 Farm Crest Drive, Ephrata, on the east side of the Fairmount campus.
The session will be presented by Dr. Jim Shafer, who has more than 30
years of private practice experience and advanced training in vestibular evaluation and tinnitus rehabilitation. Time permitting, hearing tests may also be conducted by Dr. Bethany Weaver.
The educational seminar is free, but registration is requested. For more information or to register, email Kirstin Patterson at Kirstin P@FairmountHomes.org or call 717-354-1887.
Historical Society Plans Ghost Tours
The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley (HSCV), with assistance from Mainspring of Ephrata, will host guided ghost tours through the historic streets and buildings of Ephrata’s town center. Volunteer guides will share tales of local legends, unexplained phenomena, and the restless spirits that are said to still haunt the area. Attendees will learn about Ephrata’s history, enjoy stories from the past, and hear ghost tales.
Tours will depart from the Whistle Stop Plaza, 16 E. Main St. Tour dates and times are Saturday, Oct. 4, at 6
and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 5, at 1 and 2:30 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 11, at 6 and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Oct. 12, at 1 and 2:30 p.m. Tours will be held rain or shine.
To purchase tickets, visit www .cocalicovalleyhs.org. A small number of tickets will also be available at the HSCV library, 237 W. Main St., Ephrata. The library’s hours are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 717-733-1616.
17557 DIRECTIONS: From Rt. 23 at New Holland Ford, turn North on N. Hoover Ave. to property on the right. TOOLS/SHOP ITEMS: Stick-bilt 12’x24’ storage shed w/ steel siding; aluminum cab-wagon carriage w/ fiberglass box & shafts, hydro brakes, rubber wheels; single seat Mennonite carriage w/ hydro brakes, fiberglass box & shafts; 2-wheel pony cart; complete driving harness; harness parts; Snapper 9hp tiller w/ plow attachment; Toro z-420 zero turn mower; 12’ Werner fiberglass step ladder; SUN 3-wheel bike *like new*; Fuji & Jamis bikes; bike cart; 18v Milw. weed trimmer; Echo CS-306 14” chain saw; Honda & Snapper S.P. mowers; Echo GT-200R trimmer; Milw. angle drill; Clarke /80-E stick welder; Rockwell drill press; toolbox on wheels; air tire wagon; HD ½” drill press; ¾” drive socket set; wrench sets; battery charger; JD #420 radiator; misc. sockets; Poulan-Pro 20” chain saw in case; Craftsman 8-hp chipper; 10-ton hydro rebar cutter; 14” Ryobi chop saw; tree trimmers; 24’ alum. ext. ladder; lawn roller w/ engine; Dewalt jigsaw w/ case; Cresent wood lathe; Stewart cattle clipper; 20 gal. C.H. air compressor; live traps; Makita miter saw; propane heater; 2-hole corn sheller; floor jack; hand tools; much more.
PERSONAL PROPERTY: Springfield #940-A 12 ga. shotgun; Colt .22 cal. Bolt action rifle; bb gun; misc. ammo; fish & tackle; Whirlpool fridge; 30” Hotpoint gas stove; blue alum. square tub Maytag ringer washer; double rinse tubs; oak library table; 6 plank seat chairs; newer oak ext. table w/ 8 boards; dropleaf table w/ 10 boards; 5’ bench; newer oak sewing machine cab; #817 Bernina sewing machine; newer oak hutch; empire chest; cedar chest; grain painted blanket chest; new childs rocker; oak washstand; P.S.N. 1926 blanket chest; oak table w/ 6 chairs; sofa; hide-a-bed; 6 Ebersole plank seat chairs; (2) silver dollars; handmade braided rugs; handmade quilts; 4-color coverlet; green gilder rocker; queen bed; double boxspring & mattress; Schwinn journey-1.0 exercise bike; bookshelves; many books including Uncle Arthur, children’s books, big Zimmerman family book, martyr’s mirror; pathway magazines; family life magazines; ideal magazines; (20+) hen on nests; tinker toys; games; dolls; boxes of quilt fabric; bolts of comfort fabric; quilting frames; pretty glassware; lots of puzzles; sandbox toys; G-scale train set; new air sanitizer; Patton ped. fan; butcher items; (2) meat cleavers; egg backets; Tonka trucks & crawlers; boxes of canning jars; S.S. kettles & bowls; Wagner alum. kettle; noodle maker; butter churn; canners; Mirro pressure canner; view master & cards; 12×60 spotting scope; more unlisted. Please visit www.martinandrutt.com
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HELP WANTED
General
CAREGIVERS NEEDED: CNA'S, HHA's & care assistants, make a difference in the life of a senior & put your caregiving experience to work. All shifts available. Visiting Angels at 717-393-3450.
DRIVERS NEEDED to bring in workers, AM & PM; also one for some runs during the day. GORDONVILLE AREA, 717-768-3177
Mechanical Trades
CARPENTER WANTED with min. 2 years' experience in trim and framing. Text 717-330-9772 for details.
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ELDER CARE
ASSISTANCE FOR ELDERLY, caregivers provide hygiene assistance, meals, light housework in your home. Insured, Bonded, RN owned & operated. Call Visiting Angels, 717-393-3450.
FOR SALE
Bldg. Materials
ASPHALT MILLINGS AND CRUSHED CONCRETE FOR SALE. Call PAVWORX® at 610-929-9971 pavworx.com/millings.html
LEAD DIESEL MECHANIC
Conestoga Wood Specialties has an immediate opening for an experienced Class 8 mechanic to oversee the maintenance program on our fleet of 18 tractors and 30 trailers
Work for a family-owned, family-first employer, one of the largest manufacturers in Lancaster County.
Please read below for the details:
• Hours: Monday-Friday; 7:00am-3:30pm
• 5 years of mechanical experience
• Informal or formal leadership experience
• Valid Class A Driver’s License
• Valid PA State Inspection License (Class 3 or 7)
• Experience with diagnostic software for engines, brakes and suspensions, APU, etc.
• Experience in welding and fabrication
• Inventory management
• Must provide your own tools
We offer advancement opportunities, excellent compensation and benefits packages including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 401K plan, vacation and 10 paid holidays. To learn more about our excellent opportunity, please contact and apply:
www.conestogawood.com or mtrout@conestogawood.com (Matt Trout - Transportation Manager) Phone: 717-445-3492
Collectibles
BUYING TOYS & COLLECTIBLES
www.DNRCollectibles.com
PA’s Largest Buyer of Toys & Collectibles 27 E Lancaster Street, Red Lion, PA Hours: M-W 8am-4pm, Th.-F by appt. 717-329-8167 • rhoward1771@gmail.com
Toys Vintage or Modern, New or Used, Hess Trucks, Barbies, Diecast, Hot Wheels & Matchbox, Action Figures, Models, Trains, Sports Cards/Memorabilia, Movie/Music Memorabilia, Video Games & much more!
Lawn & Garden
AFFORDABLE LANDSCAPING
717-208-2265 • FALL CLEANUPS MULCH, EDGING, TRIMMING, PLANTING, SM. TREE/SHRUB REMOVAL. Sr. Discount!
FREE REMOVAL of Riding Mowers. Call/text Jim 717-940-9029
RAILROAD TIES FOR SALE #1. Delivery Available GAP REPAIR, 717-442-4781 ext. 2
Pets
AKC DOBERMAN PINSCHER PUPPIES, ears cropped, tails dock, UTD vet checked. $1,500 firm. 717-548-3779
AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG (Blue Heel- er) PUPPIES, farm raised, vet checked, shots, dewormed, $550. 717-529-2011 x0
FRENCH BULLDOG PUPPY, male, lilac & tan, 26 weeks, partially housebroken, lives with my family and my two dogs, planned to keep, but must sell, one eye injured as very young pup, great personality, fun loving and healthy, AKC reg. for additional cost. $550. 223-281-1794
ICCF CANE CORSO PUPPIES 2F, 1M, vet checked, shots, dewormed, raised on farm. $895. 717-654-1075
JACK RUSSELL TERRIER PUPPIES, farm raised, vet checked, shots, dewormed, $225. 717-529-2011 x0
MINI YORKIE TERRIER PUPPIES Black & tan, $950. New Holland, 717-490-3034
Miscellaneous
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DIRECTV OVER INTERNET - Get your favorite live TV, sports and local channels. 99% signal reliability! CHOICE Package, $84.99/mo. for 12 months. HBO Max and Premium Channels included for 3 mos. (w/CHOICE Package or higher.) No annual contract, no hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-629-6086
DON’T LET THE stairs limit your mobility! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall, or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-844317-5246.
PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a GENERAC Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-year warranty with qualifying purchase. Call 1-855-465-7624 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move.
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SUNSETTER. AMERICA’S #1 awning! Instant shade at the touch of a button. Transform your deck or patio into an outdoor oasis. Up to 10-year limited warranty. Call now and save $350! 1-855-914-1148
SEASONAL
COAL/WOOD/PELLET STOVES & Inserts, New & Refurbished. Over 300 models in stock. $100-$800 & up. Buy/Sell/Trade. Call 717-577-6640
FIREWOOD: $250/cord. Delivery available, 1-3 cord loads. Mixed Oak & Ash- kept under roof. Call Warihay Enterprises, 717-664-0810
LOST & FOUND
FOUND
DO YOU KNOW what’s in your water? Leaf Home Water Solutions offers FREE water testing and whole home water treatment systems that can be installed in as little as one day. 15% off your entire purchase. Plus 10% senior & military discounts. Restrictions apply. Schedule your FREE test today. Call 1-866-996-1526
DRYWALL & PLASTER REPAIR, warr. work; Prompt, clean, neat, prof. Satisfaction guar. 717-951-5077, MasterPlaster.
DRYWALL REPAIRS, Painting & Carpentry. Call Ed 484-639-1613
AFFORDABLE LANDSCAPING FALL CLEANUP MULCHING Trimming/Planting Small Tree and Shrub Removal
Neglected Overgrowth Cleanup Fast, reliable service. Lic/Insd. Sr. Disc.! Free Estimates! 717-208-2265
POWERWASHING POWERWASHING & DECK SEALING/REPAIR By Steve, 717-892-7411
AMISH MOVING COMPANY AMISH CLEANOUTS
Will move households (will go out of state). Fair prices for Clean Outs of Attics, Basements. 717-442-3301
ANDY’S DRYWALL Interior Remodeling, Hanging, Finishing, Framing, Painting, Basements, Additions, Insured. PA 022669. 717-587-4102
SAAVVE
Asphalt Needs by JACK COOPER TAR & CHIP
HALF THE PRICE of Blacktop! • Farm Lanes • Parking Lots • Secondary Roads • Sealcoating • Patching • Crack Filling 717-494-1635
CLOCK REPAIR - TRAGER 717-786-7053
SERVICES RENDERED
HONEY BROOK LAWNCARE FALL CLEANUP. Mowing • Mulching • Trimming. 610-412-8545
JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. For a limited time, waiving ALL installation costs! Additional terms apply. Subject to change and vary by dealer. Call 1-844-826-2535
JUNK REMOVAL
Basements, garages, attics, appliances. Five Star Property Service, 717-278-1030
PAINTING DONE RIGHT Int/Ext. Res/Com Detailed custom painting. 33yrs. exp/Refs. All related services, etc. 717-286-5464
ROOFING ~ Amish Quality 10 yr. workmanship warranty. Lic. & Ins. EDGE VIEW ROOFING, 717-940-0501
SAFE STEP NORTH America’s #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1,600 off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step: 1-833-356-1954.
SEAMLESS GUTTERS, ROOFING, SOFFIT, FASCIA, GUTTER GUARDS Call Solanco Spouting & Exteriors Lic. & Insd. 717-824-2765
STUMP GRINDING SERVICES 717-989-7938, leave message.
TONE’S SOLID CONTRUCTION
Remodel Basements Additions Decks • Fences, etc. We do it all! Insd./PA176621 | 717-984-3865
Tree Trimming & Removal
Land/Brush Clearing • Stump Grinding Since 1996 • 717-768-0114
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TRIPLE P PAINTING Int/Ext. Res/Com, 35 yrs. exp. FREE ESTIMATES, Fully insured Eric, 717-615-6442 PA116089
WE TRANSFORM YOUR kitchen in less time, with less stress, at an amazing value. Since 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, and luxury countertop throughout the Northeast. Call today for a free estimate. 1-844-887-5145 (PA017137).
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ITEMS WANTED
& Sports Cars Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561
ITEMS WANTED
BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-5778206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com
CORVETTES WANTED 1953 thru 2019 Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561
DONATE YOUR CAR, truck, boat, RV and more to support our veterans! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-327-0686 today!
GET A BREAK on your taxes! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist the blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, no-cost vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Heritage for the Blind Today at 1-844-320-2804 today!
WANTED! MOTORCYCLES & MINI BIKES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com
REAL ESTATE
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
All real estate advertised in this publication is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act which makes it illegal to advertise a preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, handicap (physical or mental) or familial status (people with children) or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. This publication will not knowingly accept any advertisement for real estate which is in violation of the law Our readers are hearby informed that all dwellings advertised in this publication are required to be available on an equal opportunity basis.
*NOTE TO OUR CUSTOMERS*
When placing your real estate ad please describe the property only, not who you wish to occupy it.
For Rent
EAST FALLOWFIELD TWP.-1BR APT., 1 bath, 1st flr., no smoking/pets, W/S/T incl. $1,550/mo. 610-384-7011.
ELANCO Library Posts Programs
The Eastern Lancaster County (ELANCO) Library, 11 Chestnut Drive, New Holland, will offer events and programs to the community. Registration is not required unless noted. For details, visit www.elancolibrary .org or contact 717-354-0525 or adagostino@elancolibrary.org.
The library will offer free ice cream to the first 75 people who register for a new library card in October. Those who sign up will receive a free scoop of ice cream at Fox Meadows Creamery.
The library offers various activities regularly. In October, these will include Music and Movement, for children from birth to age 6 with a parent or caregiver, on Mondays at 10:30 a.m.; Readers’ Roundtable Book Discussion on Monday, Oct. 6, at 2 p.m.; Hooks and Needles Yarn Craft Club, for people of all ages who knit or crochet, on Monday, Oct. 13, at 6:30 p.m.; and Lego Creation Club on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 6 p.m.
The library will also offer Preschool Storytime, for children ages 4
Shoes & Boots For The Whole Family
to 6, on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. and Toddler Thursdays, for children from birth to age 3, on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Siblings are welcome to join.
Children of all ages accompanied by a parent or caregiver may read aloud to Pepper the Labrador retriever during Read Aloud with Pepper the Dog! on Saturday, Oct. 4, at 2 p.m.
Sallie Gregory from Lancaster County Conservation District will present Get Nosey about Nature: Streams & Rivers on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 10:30 a.m. Children will hear the story “Mel Fell” by Corey Tabor and then explore the parts of the food chain that make a stream healthy today and for the future.
Gregory will also present Get Nosey about Nature: Compost Stew on Oct. 13 at 10:30 a.m. Children will hear the story “Compost Stew” by Mary McKenna Siddals and then help create compost for next year’s flower garden.
Sign & Sing with Darla Blair from
Music for Everyone will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 10:30 a.m. Blair will sing children’s folk songs and teach American Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary signs with the songs. Audience participation is highly encouraged.
Medicare Counseling provided by Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight (PA MEDI) will be offered on Thursday, Oct. 16, from 1 to 6 p.m. PA MEDI counselors will be available to provide information to older adults in Lancaster County on their current Medicare coverage, how to join, and more. Registration is required, and people should call 717-299-7979 to schedule an appointment.
Writing and Human Creativity in the Age of Generative Artificial Intelligence will be presented by A. Nicole Pfannenstiel on Saturday, Oct. 18, at 2 p.m. Pfannenstiel will discuss how AI produces the texts it provides, the role of human creativity in writing, and how to use technological tools effectively to supplement human creation in school and in everyday life. The program will include a question-and-answer period.
THIGHS
Fresh Whole CHICKEN LEGS (40 Lb ) $1.39 Lb
Fresh Boneless Skinless CHICKEN BREAST (40 Lb ) $2.69 Lb
John F Martin Fresh PORK SAUSAGE ROPE (Approx 20 Lb ) $3.49 Lb
Stoltzfus Fresh PORK SAUSAGE ROPE (Approx 10 Lb ) $3.69 Lb
John F Martin Fresh PORK SAUSAGE LOOSE (Approx 20 Lb ) $3.29 Lb
John F Martin Fresh BREAKFAST SAUSAGE (20 Lb ) $3.39 Lb
John F Martin Fresh TURKEY SCRAPPLE (6 Lb Piece) $2.79 Lb
John F Martin Fresh PORK SCRAPPLE (6 Lb Piece) $2.79 Lb
Stoltzfus Meats Fresh PORK SCRAPPLE (6 Lb Piece) $2.89 Lb
John F Martin PORK ROLL (Approx 2/5 Lb ) $3.39 Lb
John F Martin TURKEY ROLL (Approx 2/5 Lb ) $3.79 Lb
John F Martin Fresh TURKEY HAM (Approx 2/9 Lb ) $3.99 Lb
John F Martin Fresh Dutch Country DINNER HAM (Approx 3/6 Lb ) $3.49 Lb
John F Martin Frozen
A New StoryWalk Book Walkthrough will take place on Monday, Oct. 20, at 11 a.m. From late September to late December, the book in the StoryWalk will be “Tidy” by Emily Gravett. Attendees will meet outside the library to follow the StoryWalk path and read the book together. An Envelope Design Workshop with Sandra Sanders will take place on Wednesdays, Oct. 22 and 29, at 2 p.m. This workshop will instruct participants on how to use the many patterns found on the inside of common security envelopes and other routinely discarded paper to create intricate landscapes, abstract art, botanical collages, cityscapes, and more. Participants are expected to participate in both sessions; they will draft a project during the first session and complete it during the second session. Registration is required, and all materials will be provided. The workshop is for adults.
Pumpkin Painting will be held on Saturday, Oct. 25, at 2 p.m. Attendees can paint a pumpkin to take home, and supplies will be provided. Registration is required.
A Folded Book Art Class will take place on Monday, Oct. 27, at 2 p.m. Jeannette Kolb, a longtime library volunteer and book artist, will introduce the craft, display some of her work, demonstrate basic techniques, and get attendees started on their own creation. Attendees will learn to transform unwanted books into works of art. All supplies will be provided, and registration is required. The workshop is for adults.