Greater Hershey Area
Studio tour - where art begins
BY FRANCINE FULTON
Community members will have a unique opportunity to get a glimpse into the life of an artist during the sixth annual Hershey Hummelstown Art Studio Tour. As part of the event, 14 artists will open their doors to the public on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, Oct. 20, from noon to 5 p.m.
“(People will be able to) take a tour around Hershey and Hummelstown to meet the artists, see new creations, learn techniques and shop for unique local art,”
said Joan Maguire, owner of Hershey Art Gallery & Gifts. Maguire is one of the artists featured on the tour.
During the free driving tour, visitors will be able to chat with the artists in their home studios and view demonstrations. Some of the artists will have door prizes, silent auctions and other special treats for visitors.
“I will have free Halloween card painting for youths,” said Maguire. “They can use watercolor or Magic Marker, depending on their age, or colored pencils, and they can trace a witch and a black cat. They can
make their own Halloween card at no charge.”
Artists on this year’s tour and their specialties include the following: Archana Sehgal - oil, watercolor, gouache and acrylic paintings; Ben LaDieu - pen and ink, pencil works and mixed media; Claudia Christensenfiber artwork; Dale Kelley - mixed media and dry brush watercolor; Daniel Petruzzi - charcoal and mixed media; Jamie Juliana of Phoenix Pottery Studio - functional stoneware and porcelain pottery; Jill Peckelun - oil paintings, plein air and studio landscapes and ink and pencil
drawings of critters; Jodi Fox - pottery; Laird Morgan of Art on Derry co-op - stained, fused and mosaic glass art, along with artisan jewelry, photography, woodwork, hand-made soaps and oil and acrylic paintings.
Also, Luise Christensen Howell - stained glass and mosaic glass works; Lynn Shirk - wire wrapped dichroic glass, hammered copper and alcohol ink jewelry and stained and fused glass works; Marilyn LaDieu - acrylic paintings, plein air and studio painting; and Sue Ann Myers - oil, watercolor and mineral paint on porcelain and wildlife subjects
Hershey Troop 65 welcomed a new Eagle Scout with a Court of Honor on Sept. 9 at Camp Catherine in Hershey.
Jude K. Petersen, a senior at Hershey High School, earned BSA’s highest rank and most prestigious honor after years of service and experience, culminating in his Eagle Scout project. For his project, he designed and fabricated two pairs of concrete cornhole sets. Jude was able to use the sets to bless two beneficiaries, Derry Township Parks and Recreation and the Hershey High School special education program. Students in the special education program utilize the cornhole sets in their outdoor recreation courtyard; Jude also installed a tiled area there for accessibility. Derry Township school board member Ericka Schmidt congratulated Jude and stated, “We are so lucky to have students who show such strong commitment to their fellow students and community.”
State Rep. Tom Mehaffie attended the ceremony and presented Jude with a citation from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives as well as a
Artists on the tour include Joan Maguire (left photo) and Ben LaDieu (right photo).
Jude Petersen (left) received a Pennsylvania House of Representatives citation from state Rep. Thomas Mehaffie.
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MAHS announces homecoming court
The Middletown Area High School (MAHS) homecoming court consists of (front, from left) Hope Burger, Emma Buffington, Chloe White, Addison Huber, Peyton Chisholm, (back) Krish Shah, Timothy Moore, Quinn Gallagher, Tyson Bomberger, and Parker Rios. Homecoming will be held on Saturday, Oct. 12, starting with a parade at 12:30 p.m. The football game against East Pennsboro will start at 2 p.m. at War Memorial Field, 150 N. Race St., and the homecoming queen will be crowned at halftime.
Photo contest winners announced
The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership has announced the winners of the 13th annual Susquehanna Greenway Photo Contest.
In the Adventures category, the winners were Emily Musser, Middletown, first place; George Kurzik, Wrightsville, second place; and Julie Manwarren, Pittston, third place. The honorees in the River Towns category were Danielle Weld, Clearfield, first; Tony Ragusea, Lewisburg, second; and Shawn Lesitsky, Marysville, third. Susquehanna Greenway Partnership
also recognized three photographers for their Landmarks entries: Dan Myers, Wrightsville, first; Daniel Hurtt, Bainbridge, second; and George Kurzik, Marietta, third. In the Wildlife category, awards went to Timothy Coover, Maytown, first; Michael Yatsko, Harrisburg, second; and Michael Dreese, Harrisburg, third.
The Susquehanna Greenway is a connected corridor of paddling, walking, and biking trails; boat launches; conserved lands; and communities that runs along the Susquehanna River in Pennsylvania.
5K, fun run, and Field Day for Clean Water set
Londonderry Township and local conservation partners will present the second Conewago Darter 5K and 1-mile fun run, along with a Field Day for Clean Water, in Elizabethtown on Saturday, Oct. 12. Parking for all events is available at 2771 N. Market St.
After registration at 1 p.m., the 5K will begin at 2 p.m., with the fun run at 2:45 p.m. and the award presentation at 3:15 p.m. The new 5K course includes the Conewago Trail and an area where a stream restoration project took place.
Trophies will be presented to the overall male and female champions. Prizes will go to the top two male and female finishers in the following age brackets: 19 and under, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, and 70 and up. Participants must be present to receive their awards.
Finish line and timing service will be provided by Applied Race Management Solutions, and the race
results will be posted at www.appliedracemgmt.com. There is a fee, and participants will receive a T-shirt. To sign up, search for “Conewago Darter” at https://runsignup.com. Day-of registrations will also be accepted. For more details, call 717-461-0027, email mdykman@london derrypa.org, or search for “Londonderry Township” on Facebook.
The Field Day for Clean Water will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Attendees may learn about the results of the 2024 Conewago Bioblitz, participate in a tree planting in celebration of Riparian Buffer Month, tour the Conewago Creek floodplain restoration, connect with conservation groups to discuss local water quality, and enjoy food from a local food truck.
The event is supported by grant funding from Susquehanna River Basin Commission and Susquehanna Greenway Partnership with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
Audubon Society posts activities
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The Quittapahilla Audubon Society has slated two field trips and a presentation. The activities are open to people of all ages, and there is no fee. Registration is not required. For more details, visit www.qas audubon.org.
A field trip will be held on Sunday, Oct. 13, at Swatara State Park. Participants should meet at 2:30 p.m. at the Trout Run trailhead parking lot for the observation of flora and fauna. For more details, call leader Rosemary Spreha at 717-649-2680.
Brant Portner, an environmental education specialist for the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area, will present “Middle Creek: Not Just Snow Geese” on Wednesday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. at the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 723 Lehman St., Lebanon.
The presentation will provide a look at Middle
Creek’s history over the last 50 years and the habitat improvements currently underway to benefit wildlife.
Portner has a degree in biology with a focus in ecology from Penn State University and a master’s degree in forest resources from the University of Arkansas at Monticello. He has served as a park ranger for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and a forester for the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture.
Attendees are asked to enter the church from the parking lot off of Spruce Street.
The Audubon Society will offer a field trip at the Union Canal Tunnel Park on Sunday, Oct. 27. Attendees will observe the flora and fauna along the trails. They should meet at 2:30 p.m. at the park’s 25th Street parking lot. To learn more, call leader Fritz Heilman at 717-273-0487.
Studio tour from
will be present at the event. Maguire specializes in watercolor and oil paintings, jewelry, pottery, botanicals, sculpture, wood and fabric art.
“Marilyn (LaDieu) and her son Ben (LaDieu) are both award winners, and Ben recently took a firstplace (award) with his art at the Harrisburg Art Association. They will be at the same stop on the tour,” Maguire said. “I find it fascinating when grown children are also involved with art when their parents are.”
Christensen Howell is a new addition to this year’s tour. “She is a well-known leaded glass artist. She does very intricate boxes,”
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said Maguire, who will display watercolors at her studio during the tour.
“Lynn Shirk, a Spanish teacher for 30 years at Hershey High School, does hammered copper jewelry and leaded glass and dichroic glass.”
Maguire noted that each of the artists will have items available for purchase.
For more information about the tour, to download a map or to learn about the artists, www .hersheyhummelstownart tour.com. More information, including samples of the artwork, can be found at www.facebook.com/ hersheyhummelstownart studiotour.
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Jude’s plans after high school include attending college to study business with a hospitality focus and running the 110meter and 400-meter hurdles at the collegiate level.
Lions Club sets spaghetti dinner
Veterans invited
to breakfast with Mehaffie
Rep. Tom Mehaffie will host a breakfast on Friday, Nov. 8, for veterans and active-duty military personnel from the 106th District. The event will take place from 8 to 10 a.m. at Lower Swatara Fire Department, 1350 Fulling Mill Road, Middletown. Accommodations can be made for attendees with disabilities.
The meal is free, but
attendees must preregister due to limited space. For more information or to register, call 717-534-1323.
The 106th District includes all or part of East Hanover, South Hanover, Derry, Lower Swatara, Londonderry, and Conewago townships as well as Middletown, Royalton, and Hummelstown boroughs.
Civil War Roundtable to meet
The Hershey Civil War Roundtable will meet on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 7:30 p.m. at Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 542, 8000 Derry St., Harrisburg. Guest speaker Pat Falci will present “Saddle Up with General Hill: Famous Generals and Their War Horses.” He will discuss the steeds of various generals, with anecdotes about certain exploits. As a bonus, stories will be included about some Hollywood horses and their wellknown riders.
The program will also be livestreamed via Zoom and Facebook, and the recording will be posted at www .hersheycwrt.org after the meeting.
The meeting is free and open to the public. For additional information, contact Ricky Hollis at
Stepp receives bachelor’s degree
rickyhollissr@gmail.com or visit the aforementioned website.
Kameron Stepp of Hummelstown graduated from Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) in the spring. Stepp received a Bachelor of Science in software engineering with honors.
To learn more about the Lions Club, visit www.hersheylions.org.
The Hershey Lions Club will hold an allyou-can-eat spaghetti dinner on Sunday, Oct. 13, from noon to 3 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church, 433 E. Main St., Hummelstown. The meal will include spaghetti with sauce by Fenicci’s, coleslaw, a roll and butter, a choice of dessert, and hot and cold beverages. The fee is discounted for children ages 6 to 12. To purchase tickets online, search for “Hershey Lions Club” on Facebook and look for the dinner event. Tickets will also be available at the door.
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Jude Petersen works on his Eagle Scout project.
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Staying sharp: Brain-boosting tips
Cognitive decline is a concern for many adults as they get older. Memory loss and trouble processing ideas can sometimes be a side effect of aging, as Everyday Health says the brain changes in size and structure as a person gets older. The changes can affect how well the brain works over time. Furthermore, illnesses affecting the brain, such as Alzheimer’s disease, may start showing their symptoms in people who have reached their mid-60s, says the National Institute on Aging.
Older adults who want to boost their cognitive health may consider a few strategies.
Maintaining healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels is associated with better cognitive function, according to data published in 2021 in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. Lowering blood pressure also reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke.
When learning new information, people are encouraged to use multiple senses. Harvard Health says that when more senses are used in learning something, more of the brain is involved in retaining the memory.
Staying physically active is also important. Exercise helps maintain blood flow to the brain, which also
helps to reduce the risk for hypertension.
According to Cone Health Medical Group, eating fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids, like tuna, salmon, and mackerel, decreases risk for cognitive decline. People should avoid saturated fats, trans fats, and hydrogenated oils.
Getting into the written word can also be beneficial. According to a study in the journal Neurology, regular reading and writing in one’s older years reduced the rate of memory decline by 32%.
Joining a book club or simply reading more on one’s own can improve cognition. Similarly, writing improves memory and communication abilities and can help strengthen the brain.
Avoid drinking sugary beverages and limit consumption of alcohol, as neither boasts brain-boosting properties. Instead, consider tea or coffee; these beverages can improve alertness and focus, as they’re rich in polyphenols and antioxidants. A Place for Mom says caffeine in these beverages can help solidify new memories. Keeping the brain sharp is a multilayered process that involves healthy foods and beverages, exercise, and brain-stimulating activities.
Riding in style: Golf cart accessories
Golf carts are not necessarily reserved for those hitting the links. While it’s true that a cart makes it easier for golfers to travel around a course, the vehicles are popular in and around many residential neighborhoods as well.
Global Market Insights says the golf cart market was valued at $2.5 billion in 2023, with an estimated growth of more than 7.5% expected between 2024 and 2032. The carts are regularly used in residential communities, on university campuses, at campgrounds, and in small towns. Many homes in suburban communities, like those being built in Texas, Florida, and Georgia, now boast additional, smaller garages designed specifically for golf carts. Designated golf cart parking also has turned up in town centers and other retail locations across the country.
As more people rely on golf carts as a second vehicle, outfitting a cart with the right gear can help it stand out.
- Cover: For those without the benefit of a special garage for the cart, a golf cart cover protects the vehicle against sun and weather damage. Look for a cover that is water-repellent.
- Cup holders: Whether they are for a morning cup of coffee or an insulated water tumbler, cup holders are an important feature on a golf cart. Many cup holders attach easily to the rear accessory bar and elsewhere.
- Upgraded tires: Tires that come standard on most golf carts are not the most durable, according to Matt’s Custom Golf Carts. Replacing the tires with ones designed for the terrain the cart will travel the most can be a wise investment.
Seniors can swim their way to improved health
- New lighting: Improve on visibility and style by customizing lighting accessories on the golf cart. Many carts are being used to get around town, so it pays to have brighter headlights to see roadways and increase the cart’s visibility to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
- Anti-slip mats: These mats can help ensure passengers stay safe and secure when stepping in and out of the golf cart, particularly on rainy days. Custom floor mats are available so people can put even more style into their ride.
- Side mirrors: Improve on safety with the addition of side mirrors. Icon Electric Vehicles says most factory golf carts feature only one small, center-mounted mirror so drivers can view the roadway behind them. While adequate for the golf course, a one-mirror setup may not be safe for the open road. Adding side mirrors can help to elevate the safety factor.
- Tinted windshield: Some golf carts do not come with windshields. The addition of one, particularly a tinted version, can help reduce glare and protect against debris and bugs while driving.
- Rear flip seat kit: This kit increases the seating capacity of the golf cart. When not in use, the seat can be flipped down to carry cargo.
- Speakers: Adding speakers to a golf cart can make the ride even more enjoyable. Bluetooth speakers may not require any special wiring and can work with a smartphone. Golf carts are turning up outside of golf courses, making them a go-to second vehicle for people in various communities. Accessorizing a golf cart can improve the driving experience.
Exercise provides a number of measurable benefits for people of all ages, including older adults. Swimming is one exercise that may be especially beneficial for seniors.
Many people learn to swim in childhood and sharpen that skill as they get older. Although swimming devotees may get in the water for fun rather than fitness, this pastime may be the ideal exercise for seniors looking to improve their overall health, particularly because it is very low-impact.
Because the water provides buoyancy, there is reduced risk of injury and minimal strain on the body. Water exercises, including swimming, work all the muscle groups, so it can be a complete exercise, says American Senior Communities. Swimming also is a great cardiovascular exercise that can strengthen the heart muscle and improve lung function and endurance. Because it lowers blood pressure and improves circulation, swimming is a great way to get the heart pumping.
A gentle, 30-minute swim can burn up to 200 calories, which is more than would be used when walking.
A faster swim can burn calories more quickly than running or cycling, and since water supports up to 90% of the body’s weight, this activity will put less stress on muscles and joints while one is exercising.
Individuals with mobility issues or arthritis pain may find that swimming helps relieve discomfort and improves range of motion. The water is doing much of the work holding up the body, which takes the stress off joints, helping a person to feel better while moving.
Even seniors who don’t know how to swim can reap the benefits of water exercise. Walking in shallow water or using a kickboard to stay above the water can be effective. Using foam dumbbells or even pushing and pulling one’s arms through the water can serve as a great resistance exercise that builds strength.
Swimming and additional water activities are great ways for seniors to stay in shape. As always, individuals should speak with their doctors before beginning any exercise regimen to ensure that it is safe.
The role of a home health aide
Caregivers come from all walks of life. Doctors and nurses may be the frontline medical providers people encounter most frequently, but plenty of others do their part to maintain the well-being of individuals. Among these caregivers are home health aides.
Home health aides, sometimes called personal care aides, assist people with activities of daily life. An aide typically helps a person who may need assistance with tasks he or she cannot perform due to illness or disability. The aides may work in a person’s home, in a group home, or in another care facility.
AARP says home health aides are considered health care paraprofessionals and must meet established training requirements, which vary by location. Their duties may include assistance with personal care, such as dressing, toileting, feeding, and moving from a bed to a chair; checking vital signs; monitoring a client; light housekeeping; meal planning and cooking; pick-
ing up prescriptions; and providing companionship. Aides typically will not provide skilled nursing care and may not be able to offer recommendations on treatment or medications.
Individuals can enlist the services of home health aides who work independently or are placed through agencies. Sometimes a doctor or hospital has connections to aide services and can make referrals. It can be useful to interview several potential aides to find one who will fit with the needs and personality of the person requiring assistance. A good aide is compassionate, patient, and flexible. As illness or injury also can affect a person’s mood, aides must be able to adjust if a client is reluctant to receive help or is depressed or anxious from his or her limitations.
Home health aides serve an important role in the health care community by providing care and companionship to those who can no longer live independently.
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Lions Club joins in National Night Out
The East Hanover Lions participated in National Night Out on Aug. 13 at Patriot Park, Hershey. Three townships participated: South Hanover, West Hanover and East Hanover. Vendors provided activities, games, refreshments and giveaways for visitors of all ages.
The club displayed information about the Lions Club and had a bean bag game for the kids to play. Each child received a bag of popcorn for playing the game. Lions Club member Sue Smith was celebrating her birthday, so she shared birthday cake with the participants.
Haldeman Mansion will host Apple Fall Festival
BY CATHY MOLITORIS
For almost 20 years, Haldeman Mansion has showcased the autumn season at the Apple Fall Festival. This year’s festival will be held from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 13, at the mansion, 230 Locust Grove Road, Bainbridge.
The family-friendly event will feature fun for people of all ages, said Elaine Jackson, who is helping to organize the event. Activities for children will include apple games, crafts, coloring, flying disc throwing, jumping rope and more.
“Kids can play games and they can learn about Johnny Appleseed,” Jackson shared.
Drinks will be served by
Riverview Café located on the property, and a variety of food will be sold by members of the Haldeman Mansion Preservation Society. The menu will include
grilled Groff’s bratwurst, hot dogs, homemade baked beans, applesauce, soup, chips and a variety of apple desserts, such as apple dumplings, apple pie and
The Heisey and Harrington families have announced the engagement of Olivia Grace Harrington of Ephrata to Derek Stefan Heisey of Elizabethtown.
apple cake. Drink options will include mint tea, coffee, smoothies, soda, cider and water.
A silent auction will include items donated by local individuals and businesses, and an apple cider making demonstration with free samples will be offered with Bainbridge resident Darl Williams using his antique cider press. Live bluegrass music will be performed by Stone Mountain.
Tina Mark will lead tours through the first floor of the mansion, which was the home of Samuel Haldeman, a renowned 19th-century naturalist. The building dates to the late 1700s. Projects of the Haldeman
Mr. Heisey is the son of Wayne and Simone Heisey of Elizabethtown. He graduated from Elizabethtown Area High School in 2020 and Messiah University in 2024. He is employed by Rohrer Seeds in Lancaster.
A July 2025 wedding is planned.
The bride-elect is the daughter of Todd and Katrina Harrington of Ephrata. She graduated from Ephrata High School in 2021 and is scheduled to graduate from Messiah University in 2025.
Members of the East Hanover Lions Club
Sue Smith celebrated her birthday at National Night Out.
Lions Club member Linda Spatz (left) helps two boys play the Lions Club’s bean bag game.
Elaine Jackson in the Haldeman Mansion
Lebanon VAMC receives recognition
Lebanon Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) recently announced that it received a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings and five stars from CMS’ quarterly patient satisfaction review, the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers & Systems (HCAHPS).
CMS Star Ratings are a rating-based system to summarize measures of health care quality from CMS Care Compare in a way that is easy to interpret for patients and caregivers, enabling them to make informed decisions about where they seek health care. Overall, Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities were more likely in the 2024 ratings to receive four or five Overall Star Ratings and less likely to receive two or three stars than non-VA facilities.
“It’s our commitment
that every eligible veteran not only can choose VA health care, but when they do, that they get the very best and safest care possible,” said VA Under Secretary for Health Dr. Shereef Elnahal. “For the second year in a row, VA care has been shown to be some of the best in the nation. We are dedicated to continuously improving as we strive toward always providing the highest quality of care to veterans.”
Nationally, VA hospitals continue to perform well on both CMS’ Overall Star Rating and its quarterly Patient Satisfaction Survey. In the most recent CMS Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) star ratings, 79% of VA facilities received a summary star rating of four or five stars. In this year’s CMS Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings, more than 58% of VA hospitals included
received four- or five-star ratings; this is the second year VA hospitals have been included in this review.
These findings come at a time when veteran trust in VA outpatient care has reached an all-time record high of 92%, based on a survey of more than 440,000 veterans. Additionally, these findings are consistent with a recent systematic review that found that VA health care is consistently rated as being as good as - or better than - non-VA health care.
Both CMS ratings aim to improve patients’ ability to make informed decisions about where they receive care. CMS awards Overall Star Ratings to hospitals based on five categories: mortality, safety of care, readmission, patient experience, and timely and effective care. CMS’ HCAHPS summary star ratings combine information across 10 measures
Capital Blue Cross awards grants
Capital Blue Cross is supporting several 2024 educational programs by distributing nearly $1 million in 80 Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) and Live Healthy school grants across central Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley so far this year.
EITC grants use state business-tax credits to fund scholarships and enrich educational opportunities through donations to innovative programs. Live Healthy grants support innovative school programs that strive to increase physical activity, enhance nutrition and encourage healthier life habits.
Capital’s generosity
has helped fund schools, summer camps and innovative learning initiatives benefiting thousands of children.
Among the local programs Capital’s support is making possible this year is the Salvation Army Harrisburg Summer Youth Enrichment, which received an EITC grant. During the program, more than 100 children enjoyed an activity-packed, affordable 2024 summer camp complete with literacy lessons, sessions on character and emotional development, nutrition and cooking classes, career exploration and more.
A Live Healthy grant was
awarded to the Tiger Tranquility Den in the Fleetwood Area School District, Berks County. The tranquility den creates a serene school space for students to relax and recharge so they can improve mental focus, reduce stress and enhance their mental well-being.
Another EITC grant was awarded to the Mobile Agriculture Education Science Lab - Dauphin County. With many student generations removed from farm life, the mobile lab uses innovative methods to bridge the agricultural knowledge gap, including interactive experiments to help students across Pennsylvania connect with
of patient experience, including staff communication and responsiveness, hospital environment, willingness to recommend the hospital, and overall hospital rating. This year’s Overall Star Ratings are based on data collected between July 2019 and March 2023, and this quarter’s HCAHPS star ratings are based on data collected between October 2022 and September 2023.
The VA aims to deliver timely, world-class health care to veterans. The overall rating, as well as ratings on specific quality and satisfaction measures, of local VA hospitals can be found via CMS’ Care Compare tool.
For more information about the Lebanon VA Medical Center, visit www.va.gov/lebanon -health-care or www.face book.com/VALebanon or follow the center on X, formerly Twitter, at www.x.com/VALebanon.
agriculture and explore its career opportunities.
An EITC grant was awarded to Junior Achievement BizTown - York County. In this program, fifth- and sixth-graders were able to experience business aspects of administrating a town via a simulated workday that included interactive roles such as running a bank, managing a restaurant, voting for mayor and more.
For more information about the grant programs and other ways Capital supports the communities it serves, visit www.capblue cross.com, select “About” and then choose “Pay It Forward.”
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Mansion Preservation Society have included restoration of interior fireplaces as well as exterior work on the space between the mansion and the property’s summer kitchen, where the café is housed. Proceeds from the event will be used for ongoing restoration work at the mansion, which will house a museum dedicated to
Haldeman in rooms on the first floor. Artifacts and objects for the museum are currently stored on the building’s second floor, so tour-goers will be limited to the lower level, but they will still get insight into Haldeman’s life, his impact on the region and the history of the home.
“They will get to learn about bugs, which was an
interest of Sam Haldeman,” Jackson said. “They will also get to see the progress we’re making inside with the restoration.”
Jackson has been organizing events at the mansion since 2001. The Apple Fall Festival will be her last event, she said, and she hopes people will bring their families out for a day in the countryside.
“They get a beautiful view of the Susquehanna River,” she said. “People like to come, relax, listen to the band, spend time with friends. It’s just a nice way to spend an afternoon.”
Admission to the festival is free, but there is a small fee for parking. For more information on Haldeman Mansion, visit www.haldeman -mansion.org.
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GOLDEN RETRIEVER/POODLE PUPPIES, black w/brown markings, b.8/17, $300. 2 YORKIEPOO, black, b.8/27, $500. Shots/dewormed. 717-786-0906.
Produce & Edibles
PUMPKINS, ORNAMENTALS ORNAMENTALS
GOURDS & INDIAN CORN
GOURDS & INDIAN CORN
7 days/wk • Dawn to dusk until 10/31 2608 Bainbridge Rd, Bainbridge
Sporting Goods
GUNS WANTED INSTANT PAYMENT
1 gun or collection - will travel Kinsey’s Outdoors, 717-653-5524
Miscellaneous
DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1-877-553-1891 www.dental50plus.com/macnet #6258
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.
Miscellaneous
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! 1-844-317-5246.
PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a GENERAC Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-year warranty with qualifying purchase. Call 1855-465-7624 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move.
PREPARE FOR POWER outages with Briggs & Stratton© PowerProtect(TM) standby generators - the most powerful home standby generators available. Industry-leading comprehensive warranty - 7 years ($849 value). Proudly made in the U.S.A. Call Briggs & Stratton 1-855-556-2581
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FREE ITEMS
HAVE SOMETHING TO GIVE AWAY? Place a FREE Ad! Call 1-800-428-4211 15 word, private party ad for 1 week (some restrictions apply)
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GARAGE SALES
NOTICE: It is recommended that you begin your garage or yard sale ad with the town, then street address, dates & times.
ELIZABETHTOWN - 1 MAIZE CIR.
FRI. 10/11 & SAT. 10/12. Collect., yard furn., HH, old toys, coverlet, fishing rods, Kennedy/Craftsman toolboxes, generator, tools. Everything must go!
HERSHEY CAR SHOW WEEK 10/5 thru 10/12 8 Days! 7 A.M. Vtg. Car Parts, Advertising, Antqs. Hunting/Fishing, old decoys, Ned Smith prints. 1229 MAPLEDALE RD, ELIZABETHTOWN
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NATIONAL
AGING ROOF? NEW Homeowner? Got Storm Damage? You need a local expert provider that proudly stands behind their work. Fast, free estimate. Financing available. Call 1-888-878-9091.
ATTENTION OXYGEN THERAPY USERS! Discover oxygen therapy that moves with you with Inogen Portable Oxygen Concentrators. FREE info. kit. 1-866-477-9045.
BATH & SHOWER updates in as little as 1 DAY! Affordable prices - No payments for 18 months! Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & military discounts available. 1-877-543-9189.
BECOME A PUBLISHED author. We want to read your book! Dorrance Publishing trusted since 1920. Consultation, production, promotion & distribution. Call for free author’s guide 1-877-729-4998 or visit dorranceinfo.com/ads.
DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 400+ procedures. Real dental insurancenot just a discount plan. Get your free Information Kit with details! 1-855-5261060 www.dental50plus.com/ads #6258
DIRECTV STREAM - Carries the most local MLB Games! Choice Package $89.99/mo. for 12 mos. Stream on 20 devices at once. HBO Max incl. for 3 mos. (w/Choice Package or higher) No contract or hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-859-0405.
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! 1-833399-3595.
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DONATE YOUR CAR to Veterans Today! Help and Support our Veterans. Fast - FREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800245-0398.
ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING Forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule free LeafFilter estimate today. 20% Off Entire Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-833-610-1936.
HOME BREAK-INS TAKE less than 60 seconds. Don’t wait! Protect your family, your home, your assets now for as little as 70¢ a day! Call 1-844-591-7951.
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. Offer ends 12/29/24.) Call 1-844-501-3208.
PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase* Call 1-855-948-6176 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move.
PROFESSIONAL LAWN SERVICE: Fertilization, weed control, seeding, aeration & mosquito control. Call now for a free quote. Ask about our first application special! Call: 1-833-606-6777.
REPLACE YOUR ROOF w/the best looking & longest lasting material steel from Erie Metal Roofs! 3 styles & multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Offer up to 50% off install + Additional 10% off install (military, health & 1st responders.) 1-833-370-1234.
SAFE STEP. North America's #1 Walk-in tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Topof-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our free shower package & $1,600 Off - limited time! Financing available. 1-855-417-1306.
WATER DAMAGE CLEANUP: A small amount of water can cause major damage to your home. Our trusted professionals dry out wet areas & repair to protect your family & your home value! Call 24/7: 1888-872-2809. Have zip code!
WE BUY HOUSES FOR CASH AS-IS! No repairs. No fuss. Any condition. Easy three step process: Call, get cash offer & get paid. Get your fair cash offer today by calling Liz Buys Houses: 1-844-877-5833.
WESLEY FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC Timeshare Cancellation Experts. Over $50,000,000 in timeshare debt & fees cancelled in 2019. Get free info package & learn how to get rid of your timeshare! Free consultations. Over 450 positive reviews. 1-833-308-1971.
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SEASONAL
COAL/WOOD/PELLET STOVES & Inserts, New & Refurbished. Over 300 models in stock. $100-$800 & up. Buy/Sell/Trade. Call 717-577-6640
FIREWOOD: $200/cord. Delivery available, 1-10 cord loads. All oak - kept under roof. Call Warihay Enterprises, 717-664-0810
LOST & FOUND
SERVICES RENDERED
A DRYWALL COMPANY
Hanging, Finishing & Repairs KENT SAUDER, LLC, 717-989-2069
A&L TRIMMING, Interior Trimming, Cabinet Installations, Install New Flooring, Install Replacement Windows. 717-405-9545 Leave Message
AFFORDABLE ELECTRICAL SERVICES
• New/Older House Wiring
• Hookup for Generators • Hookup for EVs • New Elec. Services/Panel Upgrade. Fully Insd. | FREE ESTIMATES | PA01947 Call Dustin 717-875-7972
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
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 1866-996-1526
ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debrisblocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today. 20% off Entire Purchase. Plus 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-855-791-1626
Grandfather, Wall, & Mantel Clocks Cleaned, Oiled, Repaired. We Make House Calls! Free Pick-up & Delivery 717-454-7925
GUTTERS, GUTTERS
PAINTING DONE RIGHT Int/Ext. Res/Com
Detailed custom painting. 33yrs. exp/Refs. All related services, etc. 717-286-5464
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.
STROKE AND CARDIOVASCULAR disease are leading causes of death, according to the American Heart Association. Screenings can provide peace of mind or early detection! Contact Life Line Screening to schedule your screening. Special offer - 5 screenings for just $149. Call 1-866-518-8391.
T&T FLOOR INST INSTALLAALLATION & SALES TION SALES, LLC
Go straight to the installer and save!!!
Specializing: LVP • Hardwood • Ceramic Custom showers • Backsplashes ... more! Fully Insured • 36 Yrs. Experience Call/text TIM TIDAY 717-379-8032
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. 1-844887-5145 (PA017137).
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ITEMS WANTED
ALWAYS BUYING Classic, Muscle & Sports Cars Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561
BUYING BASEBALL CARDS (All Sports Cards), Coins, Comic Books, Pokemon, Trains, & other Collectibles. Can Pay In Cash! Call or Text: 610-476-4276
BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-577-8206 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! READ
Clean, Repair, Gutter Guards. Property Maint. by Steve. 717-892-7411
HANDYMAN - VETERAN OWNED INSURED • SMALL JOBS • LAWNS BY HOUR/QUOTE: 717-562-8638
HAUL YOUR JUNK AWAY Home, yard waste, appliances; Whatever! Also Shed Removal. 717-669-7854
HOUSE WASHING BY ME
Removal of black stains off roof & exterior cleaning. 717-424-8504
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. (Offer ends 12/29/24.) Call 1844-826-2535
LIKEFAMILY | 717-475-3309 Landscaping • Tree removal • Fall cleanup. Snow removal and more... HANDYMAN SERVICES: Cabinets, Base/crown molding. Junk Removal
