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hen Drum Majorettes of America held its Nationals competition in Aiken, S.C., this summer, two Columbia girls took top honors for the second year in a row. Myrah Baker w o n L i t t l e M a j o re t t e Princess of America, and Gracelynn “Gracie” O’Dell won Wee Majorette Princess of America. Both girls are students at Paula’s School of Baton in Mount Joy, and both have been twirling batons almost since they could walk. Now 9 years old and a fourth-grader at Our Lady of the Angels School, Myrah began twirling at age 2. That’s the same age Gracie, now 8 years old and a second-grader at Park

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Elementary School, also took up the baton. Nationals presented an opportunity for both girls to spotlight their talent as twirlers. “I had to do five different routines and modeling,” Myrah said, noting that she had to complete a solo, strut and talent routine. “For my talent routine, I did a hip-hop dance to a Missy Elliott remix, which was really fun,” she said. G ra c i e c o m p e te d i n four events: solo, strut, modeling and show presentation/talent. “I placed first in both my solo and strut,” she said. “For my show presentation, I performed a lyrical routine to ‘Tale as Old as Time’ from ‘Beauty and the Beast.’ Each event is scored, and the results from all four See Twirling pg 8 Myrah Baker (left) and Gracelynn O’Dell

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“ This is lighthearted holiday fun that should appeal to a variety of interests,” said K athy Hohenadel, describing Halloween Happenings. “If your interests include cars or art or competition, this event has something for you.” Halloween Happenings will take place on Sunday, Oct. 25, in and around the

Columbia Market House, 15 S. Third St., from 3 to 8 p.m. Coordinated by Create Columbia, a nonprofit that promotes Columbia as a creative and vital community, the festivities will provide an opportunity for spooky fun for people of all ages. “The committee brainstormed ways to invigorate our Halloween House Tour held in previous years,”

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Investing in the Library BY CATHY MOLITORIS

When Benjamin Franklin laid the groundwork for America’s first public library, he wanted everyone to have access to books, which were expensive and not readily available. Nearly 300 years later, there are more than 9,000 public library systems and 17,000 branch locations throughout the country. Most public libraries are funded by local government taxes, which constitute up to 86% of their operating revenue. The Library System of Lancaster County combines government allocations with selfraised funding and donations, a model that has become untenable, said Deb Drury, director of the Elizabethtown Public Library. Library supporters rallied to get a specific question on the general election ballot. On Tuesday, Nov. 3, voters will be asked: “Shall the county of Lancaster establish a dedicated library tax to provide for the maintenance of, and aid to, public libraries in Lancaster County at the rate of .55 mills on the dollar on all taxable real estate within the county of Lancaster?” Drury hopes people will “vote yes for libraries,” in support of the county’s 17 locations, as well as its bookmobiles. “The library tax is a property tax because it is the only legal way we can receive dedicated public funding,” Drury explained. “We do currently get public funding, but it’s not dedicated library funding. Any dollars that come throu g h L ancaster Count y and local municipalities come through the general fund, and it’s up to whomever is making the budget decisions for that year to determine what amount of money libraries are going to get.”

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It’s time for local pups to put their best paw forward. Dog Park Mount Joy’s Howloween Canine Costume Parade and Festival will bring costumed canines and their people together on Saturday, Oct. 24, at Rapho Township Community Park , 960 Strickler Road, Mount Joy. Registration will beging at 9 a.m., followed by the parade at 10 a.m. and the announcement of winners and distribution of prizes at 10:45 a.m. Registration will take place at the concession stand, and dogs will parade around the park’s small loop. “This is a great way to introduce Fido to this year ’s costume before the big night arrives for Trick or Treat,” said Lynn McCleary, president and co-founder of Dog Park Mount Joy. “He’ll associate the now-familiar costume with meeting new and interesting friends who were also forced to dress up, which makes tolerating it a bit easier. Think of the memories you can make with groups of friends, families or neighbors. Just make time to get creative and have some fun.” A Dog-Stuff Yard Sale will keep attendees busy while they wait for the parade to start, as will a merchandise table. “There will be music, possibly from a surprise professional DJ, and rock painting,” McCleary shared. “Judges will check out the costumes as everyone mingles and the parade starts. There will be three winners in the Single category, and three winners in the Group category.” The festival will highlight Dog Park Mount Joy’s 10th anniversary, and entry into the parade is free.

“The festival’s purpose is to show appreciation for the community that came together for the love of dogs 10 years ago and remains today,” McCleary remarked. “We hope to draw new members by showing the beautiful park we have to offer and the friendships waiting to be made. We are grateful for the hundreds of dogs who have come and gone, always leaving sunbursts of joy in our hearts.” She noted that Dog Park Mount Joy has become a favorite destination for dogs and the people who love them. “Here, lucky dogs run free with friends 365 days a year, sunrise to sunset. Set in beautiful Rapho Community Park, this members-only park offers three acres of open, grassy space flanked by magnolia trees, rosebushes and a lush, fragrant rain garden,” she said. “It includes separate areas for large and small dogs, plus fresh water, shade and ample seating so pups and people can exercise, socialize and show off their personalities together.” Members are welcome from across L ancaster County and beyond. “To keep it healthy for all, membership requires a signed liability waiver, current vaccination records, verification of homeowners’ or renters’ insurance and annual dues,” McCleary said. O n the park ’s 10th anniversary, Sunday, Nov. 1, both members and nonmembers are invited to honor their current pups, along with those who have earned their angel wings, at a candlelight vigil. It will take place at sunset at 5 p.m. “November first happens to be All Saints’ Day,” See Dogs pg 8

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Opposition to the library tax has come from both sides of the political aisle, with opponents worried that countians don’t need another tax. “I support public libraries and believe they provide essential services in our community,” said Sen. James Malone, whose district includes parts of Lancaster County. “However, two of the most frequent concerns I hear about from my constituents are that the cost of housing and property taxes are too high. For this reason, I cannot support a plan that would raise property taxes on Lancaster County residents.” Elizabethtown Library assistant Brandon Allen said asking libraries to operate like other nonprofits and raise their own funds does a disservice to the wider community. “Public services should be funded with public money,” he said. “What we do is

CAP Cadets Visit U.S. Capitol Members of the Lancaster Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) visited Washington, D.C., on Sept. 23. The trip was sponsored by Rep. Lloyd Smucker. After picking up the Lancaster Composite Squadron members with a coach bus, Smucker gave the group a tour of the U.S. Capitol. C AP members visited the floor of the House of Representatives, where they par ticipated in a question-and-answer time and sat in the seats used by House members. They also visited the National Statuary Hall, the Library of Congress, and Smucker’s office inside the Cannon House Office Building, and they viewed the city from the balcony at the Capitol. The Lancaster Compos-

completely open to anyone; no matter what you think, what you believe, where you come from, our doors are open. We’re here to serve and help everyone, and the more we serve and do for the community, the more it costs us.” Drury emphasized that the library also does not want to compete with other nonprofits in the county. “ We d o n ’ t w a n t t o take away funding from anyone. We want to offer the community a sustainable system that provides community resources,” she said. “We want the library to continue to be a place of discovery for everyone. In today’s world, we need a place where ever yone belongs, and that is what the public library is.” To learn more about the proposed library tax, v i s i t h t t p s: / / vo te ye s 4 libraries.org.

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use the library can benefit from its existence, Drury added. “Research shows that having strong public libraries in your community increases the resale value of your home, decreases violent behavior in the community, helps with public safety and increases kindergarten through 12th-grade education scores,” she said. “ The statistics of having well-funded public libraries for communities shows that the library is a ver y, ver y good thing for L a nc a s te r Co u nt y. When people invest their dollars in the library, the return to the community is exponential.” She emphasized that most of the municipalities sur rounding L ancaster County have a library tax already in place, and it’s been a goal of Lancaster’s system for many years. “This is a tax, yes, but it’s a tax that will pay you back because when you invest in library services, you’re not only investing in your community and the value of your community, but you’re also investing in your own household,” she said. “By paying a library tax, you’re helping people have access to even more library services, expanding hours at locations and allowing for shorter wait times for items and a broader collection.”

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W i t h o u t re g u l a t i o n , financial support varies widely, with some municipalities providing extensive funds and others giving nothing, she said. “For some of us, like the Elizabethtown Librar y, we’re raising and generating about 60% of our operations each year,” Drury said, noting that funds are raised through donation drives, book sales and special events, such as the Taste of Western Lancaster County. “We can raise and generate funds through fines and fees as well, but the percentage of effort required to raise the dollars we need is impossible to sustain.” And, she added, “Any of our funding sources outside of our own can be taken away without notice. To try to provide consistent service with incredibly unstable funding is impossible. Having a dedicated library tax is good for Lancaster County because it gives us stability in funding and the capacity to plan for more than one year at a time.” T he librar y provides much more than books. Patrons can access the Internet, use computers, check out movies, borrow everything from musical instruments to unique cake pans and participate in programs ranging from story time to financial literacy workshops. Even people who don’t

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Knights Keep It Knotted With Comets, 1-1

In Millersville on Wednesday, October 7, Hempfield’s Stefan Coyne fires a shot on goal against Penn Manor during a 1-1 tie on the road.

On Wednesday, October 7, Hempfield’s Emanuel Adinew gets around Penn Manor’s Nick Beachy during a 1-1 tie in Millersville.

In a 1-1 tie, Knight James Moore makes one of two saves against the Comets in Millersville on Wednesday, October 7.

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Knight Carson George gets the ball by Penn Manor’s Jose Cortes during a 1-1 tie on Wednesday, October 7, in photos by Cheri Sine Millersville.

Hempfield’s Teddy Confair dribbles downfield toward the net against the Comets during a 1-1 tie on Wednesday, October 7. Confair had the lone goal for the Knights.

Hempfield’s Brayden Resh extends for the header against Penn Manor’s Caleb Andrew during a 1-1 tie in Millersville on Wednesday, October 7.

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car show and the decorating contest, and family packages of three ballots for each contest will also be offered. Ticket packages may be purchased at the Columbia Market House on Thursday, Oct. 22, from 4 to 6 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; and Sunday, Oct. 25, beginning at 2:30 p.m. Tickets may be reserved ahead of time by calling the Create Columbia event line at 223-246-7271, and prepaid ticket packages may be picked up at the market house on the event date. Cash, check, credit card or Venmo may be used to purchase tickets. There is no admission charge to enjoy the activities inside the market house. This event is made possible through sponsorships by the Columbia Fraternal Association, the Columbia American Legion Post No. 372, Foresters of America No. 235 and Kleen-Rite Corp. For more information on the Halloween Happenings, visit www.createcolumbia .org or search for “Create Columbia” on Facebook.

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ticket package.” People who purchase tickets may cast their vote for their favorite car and will also have a chance to win a prize. The car show will run from 3 to 5:45 p.m., w ith the w inner announced inside the market house at 6 p.m. Halloween Happenings will also include a decorating contest. In August, Create Columbia invited Columbi a residents to enter their properties in the contest. Twenty sites will be decorated for the holiday, and people who purchase tickets will be given a list of addresses to view and vote upon. Voters will drive by each property to view decorations on the front of each location, and organizers recommend completing the tour between 5 and 7:45 p.m., when it’s darker outside to enjoy the maximum effect of the displays. Participants should return to the market house to cast their votes for their favorite by 7:45 p.m., and the winner of the Halloween Decorating Contest will be announced at 8 p.m. As a bonus, all ballots for the Halloween Car Show and the Halloween Decorating Contest will be combined, with one name drawn from all those who voted during the day and one gift certificate awarded to the winner. T here is a charge to purchase a package that includes a ballot for the

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said Hohenadel, treasurer of Create Columbia and a member of the Halloween Happenings committee. “When all the ideas were shared, we decided to merge them together. The result is this year’s Halloween Happenings.” Inside the market house, multiple ar tists will demonstrate their t a l e n t s a ro u n d a Ha l loween theme. Donna Gearhart will share how she creates Halloween decorations. Julie Lehmer will create and sell Halloween-themed jewelr y. Ar tist K atie Bupp will demonstrate making linocuts with pink pearl erasers, and Brenda Hartman will paint masks. Kim Morrow will coordinate an interactive art stand that involves the attendees, and some of these artists will work collaboratively on bean art during the event. Food will be available in the market house for purchase while supplies last. Just outside the market house, a Halloween Car Show will be held on Third Street between C her r y and Locust streets, which will be closed to traffic for the event. “Anyone is welcome to enter their favorite mode of transpor tation into the car show,” Hohenadel shared. “A completed registration form and (a) registration fee are required. Viewing of the cars is free, but attendees who wish to vote must purchase a

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Building a Community on Kindness BY ADRIAN ESCHENWALD

Two years ago, Victoria Valentine founded Healing Our Planet (HOP) on the core philosophy that being a good steward of the environment starts with a community built on kindness. “ T here ’s so much we could be doing in the community,” said Valentine. “We’ve got to make this world a better place, and the only way to do it is by working together.” On the fourth Friday of every month, HOP hosts a community gathering at Community Mennonite Church of Lancaster, 328 W. Orange St. The monthly program serves as an opportunity for Lancaster County residents to discuss how they can build a stronger support network as a community, in addition to highlighting local environmental projects. Each gathering also includes a talk from one or more guest speakers. On Sept. 25, HOP’s program featured guest speakers Rep. Izzy Smith-Wade-El and Michael Mantooth, L ancaster C lean Water Partners’ director of projects and a member of the Conestoga-Susquehannock tribe. Smith-Wade-El’s talk emphasized the importance of showing kindness to everyone in the community, especially those experiencing homelessness. The program also highlighted Hands Up Partners, a nonprofit organization that provides weekly stipends for community members without housing in exchange for work opportunities such as group

Victoria Valentine spoke about the importance of spreading kindness in the community during Healing Our Planet’s program on Sept. 25.

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cleanups in local parks and public areas. “We are dedicated to ending homelessness in Lancaster County,” said Valentine, who serves as a member of Hands Up Partners’ board. “That’s the ultimate goal, but there’s a lot we can do to help people in the meantime.” W hile Smith-Wade-El spoke about the importance of kindness and its role in healing the community, Mantooth’s lecture explored the value of kindness when dealing with the natural world. As Lancaster C lean Water Par tners ’ director of projects, Man-

tooth oversees initiatives across Lancaster County to restore and maintain healthy waterways. Mantooth, who serves as the Conesto ga- Susquehannock’s tribe historian, also offered a Native American perspective on ecological issues, as well as some of his tribe’s cultural practices and connection to the environment. Mantooth discussed the ConestogaSusquehannock tr ibe ’s efforts to receive state and federal recognition, which would allow it to access additional resources needed to revitalize the land.

In addition to HOP’s monthly program series, Valentine hopes to partner with local schools to implement various programs and activities designed to foster empathy and inclusion among students of all ages. Activity suggestions include the Kindness Chain Reaction art project, which tasks each student with drawing or painting an act of kindness. The students’ ar tworks are then linked together to demonstrate how kindness can spread. Other suggestions prompt students to observe a weekly or monthly “Random Acts of Kindness Day ” or to establish a newsletter to promote kindness in their scho ol and lo cal community. Valentine is also seeking schools interested in partnering with HOP to create “Kindness Clubs” to offer a space for students to suggest their own activities and to work together to bring compassion to the classroom. “So many kids are bullied or made to feel like they don’t belong,” Valentine said. “We want to create kindness in our schools that will lead to more kindness in our communities later on.” HOP’s next program will take place at 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 23, at Community Mennonite Church. Mantooth will return as a guest speaker, and the gathering will feature a talk from Dave Costarella, fo u n d e r o f Ha n d s U p Partners. For more information, search for “Healing Our Planet” on Facebook or email Valentine at thecircle legacy@aol.com.

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McClear y said, “quite appropriate for so many saintly pups and the spirits of unconditional love they leave with us forever.” Dog owners will come together across the fence in the middle of the park, she said. “Bring a battery-operated candle and a photo of your pups. Think about leaving Fido at home with a tasty bone, as this will be a time for humans to reflect on the magnificent gift of animals, especially our pets,” McCleary said. “If Fido does come with you, bring a flashlight to avoid missed messes and to prevent falls.” As the dog park moves into its second decade of operation, McCleary said the mission of the place remains steady, adding, “ We plan to continue providing a place where dogs can shed their anxieties, grow in confidence and make friends they look forward to seeing each day.” Dog Park Mount Joy will accept gently used dog items for the yard sale. Donors may call Mary at 717-201-7803 or bring their items at 8 a.m. on Oct. 24. For more information on Dog Park Mount Joy, visit https://dog park mountjoy.com.

are used to determine the overall winner.” Although they went into the competition prepared to do well, both girls said they were pleasantly surprised to take home backto-back national titles. “I was excited and nervous all at the same time,” Gracie said. “I couldn’t wait to hug my mom and dad and celebrate with them!” Myrah also felt a mix of excitement and nerves, she said, adding, “For my All Star title, I did not expect to win but was very happy because it was my first time competing in this category.” Last year, Myrah took home the title of Wee M a j o re t te P r i nce s s o f Amer ica , while Gracie earned Miniature Majorette Princess of America. Both girls said it’s great to win, but no matter how they do, they just love to twirl. “It’s fun, and it challenges me to keep working hard every day,” said Gracie. “I have to keep trying things over and over, even on the days when it’s hard. When I catch new tricks, it’s so exciting and I am so proud.” Myrah also loves learning new tricks, especially the more challenging ones. “I’m taking a roll class now,” she explained. “It’s when you roll the baton on your neck or arms, and it’s really fun learning how to control the baton. I also love twirling with my friends and traveling to different states. I now have friends from different states, too.” Myrah, who is the daughter of Colby Baker and Bryson Nicholson of Columbia, said she hopes to continue twirling through high school and college. “I want to go to college with my best friend Klaire so we can twirl together,”

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she said. “I practice a lot. Sometimes it’s hard, especially when it’s hot outside. When we have competitions, I get to skip school sometimes, but don’t tell my school.” When she’s not twirling, she enjoys cheering her friends on at competitions, and she currently helps to teach a creative movement class for Tiny Tots at Paula’s School of Baton. Beyond twirling , she likes to play Roblox, spend time with her family and play with her friends. “I also like to jump on the trampoline at my nan’s house and eat fruits and vegetables,” she said. Gracie is the daughter of Joshua and Corine O’Dell of Columbia. She also hopes to continue twirling in high school and college. “I recently got to twirl at the high school during a football game, and I had so much fun,” she said. “It made me even more excited to hopefully do that too someday.” In her free time, she loves doing her makeup and skincare routines, playing school, making videos, hanging out with friends and snuggling her squishies. “O ne o f my favor i te parts of twirling is all of the friends I’ve made and the memories we get to make together,” Gracie said. “I’m really excited that Myrah and I both get to reign as Princesses together again this year! Winning is really exciting, but I also love getting to travel, compete and cheer on my friends, queens and teammates.” Myrah shared that sentiment, adding, “I am excited to be a princess again with Gracie. It’s fun when you get to reign with friends.”

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The Women’s Garden Club of Lancaster County will meet on Thursday, Oct. 22, from 1 to 3 p.m. at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 301 St. T homas Road, Lancaster. Each attendee will have the opportunity to make a decoupage pumpkin to take home, and the mate-

rials fee includes a pumpk i n a n d d r i e d g re e n s , such as ferns and flowers. The activity will be led by Brenda Walker and Joan Wimer. For more information, contact K athy at amishville2@yahoo.com or womensgardenclub@ comcast.net.