Manheim Central JULY 25, 2018
IN THIS ISSUE: COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVES SCHEDULED page 15
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL LIX • NO 29
COMMUNITY PICNIC
Chiques Church of the Brethren,
PHOTO CONTEST
The Lancaster County Bird Club (LCBC), in cooperation with Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area (MCWMA) and the Pennsylvania Game Commission, will hold a photo contest with the subject “Birds of Lancaster or Lebanon County.” The contest is sponsored by club member Len Eiserer, author of “The American Robin: A Backyard Institution.” Cash awards will be given to first- through third-place photographs in both adult and youth divisions, with an additional award for the best photo taken at MCWMA. Photos must have been taken since Aug. 1, 2017. They must be 8 by 10 inches and unmatted. The deadline is Wednesday, Aug. 1. More information may be found at www.lancasterbirdclub.org under the Special Programs tab or by contacting club member Bettina Heffner at 717393-2546 or bettinahef@msn.com.
OUTDOOR CONCERT
will present “An Evening with the Lititz Community Band” on Wednesday, Aug. 1, from 7 to 8 p.m. in the gazebo at Lititz Springs Park, located on North Broad Street. The concert will include classic and new tunes. Attendees should bring their own seating.
INFORMATION MEETINGS
Supporting A Service Dog pg 12
Color My Dreams 5K Slated pg 7
Taking Time To Explore The Water By Chelsea Peifer
Ever wonder what inhabits the waters and banks of local streams and creeks - and why? Or why it matters so much? The Chiques Creek Watershed Alliance (CCWA) invites individuals of all ages to find out at the organization’s annual creek stomp on Wednesday, Aug. 8, at 6 p.m. The free event will take place rain or shine. Participants will gather at the pavilion at Mummau Park on West High Street in Manheim, and the creek stomp will take place in Rife Run Creek. Old shoes or sandals that can get wet are recommended, as attendees are encouraged to wade into the water and explore. Snacks and beverages will be provided. The creek stomp will be led by Matt Kofroth, a watershed specialist with the
Lancaster County Conservation District who has been leading this event and others throughout the county for several years. CCWA president Steve Gergely explained that participants enter the creek and collect macroinvertebrates before sharing their findings and listening to Kofroth explain how the species that are found in the water directly relate to the health of the creek. “It’s a great hands-on event,” Gergely said. “I think most participants are surprised at how much life is within our local waterways. We’ve been hosting this event for a few years now and it’s always exciting and gratifying to see folks of all ages discovering what’s in our waterways and how the macroinvertebrates are a direct indicator of how healthy, or unhealthy, our local waterways are.” The time will also include discussion See Creek Stomp pg 5
Taste Of Mount Joy Will Showcase Vehicles And Local Cuisine By Chelsea Peifer
The 16th annual Taste of Mount Joy Cruisin’ Cuisine car show on Saturday, July 28, will offer an assortment of vehicles, food, vendors, and music to area residents and visitors from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Main Street Mount Joy, whose motto is “a small town with big charm,” hosts the popular event each summer. Admission is free for spectators. The car show will feature nearly 200
vehicles in the following classes: antique, classic, muscle car, street rod, Corvette, custom and classic motorcycle, antique and classic truck, and fire engines. Main Street from Barbara to New Haven streets and Marietta See Taste Of Mount Joy pg 4
Foster parent orientation sessions will be offered on Thursdays, Aug. 16 and 30, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Families United Network, 412 S. Angle St., Mount Joy. Foster families are needed, and interested individuals are encouraged to attend. To attend one of the sessions, contact 800-722-0136 or Holly at htanner@families4kids.org.
Vehicles will line the streets of downtown Mount Joy for the 16th annual Taste of Mount Joy Cruisin’ Cuisine car show on July 28. Local restaurants and vendors will have an assortment of food and beverages available to purchase at the event as well.
Chiques Creek Watershed Alliance will host a creek stomp on Aug. 8 at Mummau Park in Manheim. The free event is designed to encourage area residents to discover and learn about the life within backyard streams and creeks.
Ruhl Insurance Marks 75th Anniversary This year marks 75 years in business for Ruhl Insurance, a four-generation, locally owned and operated independent insurance agency. Started in 1943 by Jacob “Jake” H. Ruhl, Ruhl Insurance originally offered insurance, real estate, tax preparation, and notary services. Jake strongly believed that ethical responsibility exceeds legal obligation and conducted his business practices accordingly. Upon Jake’s involvement in the founding of the Manheim Auto Auction, the insurance agency was transitioned to Donald E. Ruhl in 1959. During this time, numerous relationships with both local and national insurance See Ruhl Insurance pg 10
Representing Ruhl Insurance are (from left) president and owner Nevin H. Dourte and his wife, K. Doneen Dourte, as well as past owner Janice L. Ruhl, Doneen’s mother. The agency is celebrating 75 years in business with an open house event on Aug. 14 through 16.
Flowers!
Summer Fruits • PEACHES Yellow & White • NECTARINES White & Yellow • LODI apples • PLUMS • Bi-color Bi-color SWEET CORN
PRSRT STD ECRWSS U.S. Postage Paid Engle Printing Co
& 400 Long Lane at Marticville Rd.
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The Lititz Community Band
Mount Gretna Home And Garden Tour Planned pg 12
Open M O Mon.-Sat. S 8-6, Closed Sun.
(Rt. 741 & 324) 3 Miles S. of Lancaster
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4045 Sunnyside Road, Manheim, will host a church picnic on Sunday, Aug. 5, in the pavilion behind the church. Activities for people of all ages will begin at 4 p.m. Dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. The meal will feature chicken barbecue and soft-serve ice cream. Attendees are asked bring a hot or cold dish to share and lawn chairs. After dinner, everyone is invited to a program of hymns and praise music at 7:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.