Greater Hershey Area ALSO SERVING HUMMELSTOWN AND MIDDLETOWN
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DECEMBER 2, 2020
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL XXXIII • NO 23
Family Scavenger Hunt Scheduled
Secondary teacher Sue Eckert (front, far left) and students from Hershey Christian Academy recently visited the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C.
HCA Students Visit Museum Of The Bible econdary students from Hershey Christian Academy (HCA) spent an October day at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C., where visitors are invited to experience and learn about the history and impact of the Bible through interactive and high-tech exhibits. At the recently built museum, located a few blocks from the National Mall, people can walk on dry land through the Red Sea, stroll along the streets of a first-century village and see rare artifacts from the Vatican and Israel. The group of seventh- through 10th-graders from HCA were accompanied by parents, as well as secondary teacher Sue Eckert. “I
theater” worldwide in any museum, which showed biblical imagery and verses featured on various public buildings in Washington, D.C. During the six-minute experience, attendees are able to “fly” past places like the Lincoln Memorial, the Capitol and the Washington Monument. “The Washington Revelation experience was fun because the floor moved and wind blew on us as we went on a virtual flight,” said eighth-grader Jake Snyder. Eckert said the students that museum staff members presented the students with scavenger hunt booklets, which helped them to explore the three floors of displays. “HCA gives the Museum of the Bible five out of five stars for quality, inspiration, and educational
benefit,” she added. Eckert noted that the students were required to wear masks during their visit. Students removed their masks to pose for a group photo. More information about the museum is available at www.museumofthebible.org. Hershey Christian Academy, 99 Valley Road, Hummelstown, offers instruction for students in kindergarten through 10th grade. For more details, including information about mid-year enrollment, readers may contact the school office at 717-312-7595 or email info@hersheychristian academy.org. More information is also available at www.hershey christianacademy.org and w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / h e r s h e y christianacademy.
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was truly stunned and inspired by the state-of-the-art exhibits and building,” Eckert said. One of the highlights of the field trip for the students was the Old Testament immersion experience, which features a 30-minute walkthrough display that includes theatrical presentations, art installations and dramatic lighting. Seventh-grader Shyanna Hoffer and ninth-grader Brianna Nelsen said the Old Testament exhibit was outstanding. “As we walked through the rooms, lights changed and images appeared,” said Shyanna. Brianna added, “It helped us to understand the flow of biblical history.” Eckert reported that the students also enjoyed Washington Revelations, reportedly the first “flying
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The Middletown Holiday Home Tour Planning Committee will hold a Holiday Scavenger Hunt at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 5, and Sunday, Dec. 6. The hunt will be a COVID-19 safe family holiday event. The scavenger hunt is self-guided, and each family can choose the number of participants. The scavenger hunt will send participants traveling through the Borough of Middletown, either by automobile or by foot, to hunt for items on a prepared list. During the scavenger hunt, participants will also be able to enjoy Middletown’s historic homes, holiday lights, and holiday decorations displayed by residents. The nominal cost of a scavenger hunt kit will include a map showing the general area of the scavenger hunt, a list of items to find and check off, a blank certificate for the person completing the scavenger hunt, and some holiday treats. All proceeds will benefit the RaidersPack Program, which provides food for
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