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Manheim Central

Still serving the local community

BY CATHY MOLITORIS

TheCyrus R. Peters Memorial VFW Post 5956 has a mission of honoring military service while supporting the community. Now both the post and its commander, Craig Fisher, have been recognized for their efforts.

Each year, the Veterans of Foreign Wars highlights the top-performing posts through its All-American program at the VFW National Convention. For the second year in a row, the Manheim post received this honor, Fisher said.

“The distinction of All-American is conveyed upon those posts that stand out in recruiting, retaining and mentoring a stable membership base, covering all generations of combat veterans,” Fisher said. “In addition, the posts must cultivate a membership that is wellversed in institutional knowledge and actively involved at all levels of

the organization and in the local community.”

Post 5956 was recognized at the convention in Phoenix, Ariz., earlier this summer. Fisher noted that of the 438 VFW posts in Pennsylvania, only 42 made All-American, with 10 ranking high enough to be invited to the convention.

honor,” Fisher explained, adding that the post also received a sign designating the honor to place outside its location at 149 S. Charlotte St. in Manheim.

The Manheim post actively participates in community programs, including the Patriot’s Pen essay contest for middle school students and the Voice of Democracy oratorial program for high school students. Fisher said the post was also honored for increasing its membership this past year by 10%.

“In addition to receiving the AllAmerican Commanders Cap, an award certificate and a streamer for the post flag, post members are eligibleto wear special membership caps or pins that acknowledge the

“Additionally, participation in community activities, financial support of veterans’ programs and the local community are considered,” he remarked. “In demonstration of the hashtag ‘still serving,’ the post put in over 3,631 man hours of participation in many community activities. Through multiple fundraising activities, the post provided over $165,500 in financial assistance throughout the program year to

BY JEFF FALK

Some of us are more in tune with nature than others. Cryss Stacey enjoys a direct connection to it.

A graduate of Warwick High School, Stacey is a falconer and the owner of Edged Feather Experiences. Her passion and livelihood revolve

around owning and caring for seven different species of birds of prey, but what she really is, is an advocate for nature.

“Growing up, I was always an outdoorsy kind of kid; you couldn’t get me out of the woods,” said Stacey. “But I wasn’t always allowed to have my own pets. I’ve always

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Tess Gerritsen at Council of Friends

BY CATHY MOLITORIS

When she was a child, Tess Gerritsen couldn’t resist a good mystery book. “The first mystery novels I read were Nancy Drew books,” recalled the New York Times bestselling author of more than 30 novels. “I remember thinking, ‘I want to do that. I want to tell those kinds of stories.’”

Becoming an author wasn’t a straight course for Gerritsen, who

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will headline the Council of Friends of Public Libraries’ fall author event at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 9.

“Being from a practical AsianAmerican family, my parents wanted me to do something more traditional for a career,” she said. She graduated from Stanford University and went to medical school, eventually becoming a doctor. Her desire for storytelling never faltered, however, and when she was on maternity leave after the birth of her first

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“The distinction of AllAmerican is conveyed upon those posts that stand out in recruiting, retaining and mentoring a stable membership base.”

Members of the Cyrus R. Peters Memorial VFW Post 5956 celebrate their Outstanding Community Service award at a picnic.

Cryss Stacey has developed a connection with the birds of prey she handles, including Kasai, an African augur buzzard.

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Susquehanna Soda Company opens new stand

veterans’ programs and the local community through scholarships and charitable donations.”

Post 5956 also earned the Veterans of Foreign Wars Outstanding Community Service award, which was presented to Fisher during a banquet at the national convention. The award recognized the post members’ involvement in the local community, including participating in projects that impact veterans and youths.

As post commander, Fisher has worked hard not only to increase membership, but also to raise awareness of everything the VFW does. For the second year, he was selected to represent the

Department of Pennsylvania on a special committee for legislative action. At the national convention, he participated on the National Security and Foreign Affairs Committee, working to determine veteran-related legislation at the state level.

Fisher encourages anyone who is interested in learning more to inquire about VFW membership. “If you are a veteran with qualifying service, the Cyrus R. Peters Memorial Post is looking for you and your voice,” he said. For more information, call the post at 717-665-9536, contact Fisher at 717-4050980 or stop by the post, which is open daily at noon, and ask for an application to join.

Susquehanna Soda Company recently opened a stand at Root’s Country Market and Auction in Manheim. Six core flavors of bottled soda are available for purchase: root beer, diet root beer, orange, citrus blast, vanilla cream and black cherry. Additional flavors are coming soon.

The stand, located in Area 3, will be open every Tuesday during regular market hours, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sodas can also be found at locations such as Madcap & Company in downtown Lancaster, Riverside True Value in Middletown, Coexist Gallery Steelton and at the Warwick High School concession stand

during home football games. Additional retail locations will be announced soon.

Wholesale opportunities are available. To learn more, contact info@fullservice concessions.com.

Taking its name from the body of water that flows through parts of the area, the owners of Susquehanna Soda Company hope to grow the company to the point where they can give back by helping with conservancy of the river.

Susquehanna Soda Company (formerly Soda Depot) is locally owned and operated in Lancaster County. All sodas are made with real cane sugar and are caffeine-free.

Pet health clinic goes on hiatus

Humane Pennsylvania has announced that due to the construction of its cat adoption center, the Healthy Pets WalkIn Clinic Lancaster has been temporarily suspended in

order to maintain the Affordable Spay/Neuter Clinic.

Humane Pennsylvania’s Lancaster Center for Animal LifeSaving is located at 2195 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster.

Postcard club sets meeting

The Lancaster County Postcard Club will hold its October meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 16, at the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster. The evening’s program, “Harvard’s Glass Flower Models 18861939,” will be presented by

club member Betty Beck. The postcard competition will be “Famous Interiors (and the Stories Behind Them).”

The meeting is open to the public. For more information, call 717-413-6882 or follow Lancaster County Postcard Club on Facebook.

Post commander Craig Fisher (left) with Taiwanese Vice Minister of Veterans Affairs Wu Chih-Yang at the National Convention.

Varieties include (from left) citrus blast, root beer and orange.

son, she wrote her first novel, “Call After Midnight.” It was published in 1987, and by her third book, “Harvest,” Gerritsen made her New York Times bestseller debut in 1996.

She had started following her heart, and she didn’t plan to return to medicine. “We moved from Honolulu to Maine, and I was so determined to focus on my writing, I decided not to apply for a Maine medical license,” she said.

She took what she knew from the medical field and put it into her books, which have been published in 40 countries and often have a tie to medicine. Publisher’s Weekly dubbed Gerritsen the “medical suspense queen,” but she also made a name for herself in the industry for creating the “Rizzoli & Isles”

series, focused on a partnership between two crime-solving women. The book series became a global hit and inspired the long-running TNT series of the same name.

Gerritsen will discuss her latest book, “The Spy Coast,” at her November talk, where she’ll be joined on stage by WITF’s Scott LaMar.

“I don’t do book readings, because I think they’re kind of boring,” she said with a laugh.

“What I like to talk about is, ‘Where do ideas come from? What is my process of approaching writing a new book? How do I develop characters? How do I keep going when I hit a wall?’”

Proceeds from Gerritsen’s appearance will benefit all of the public libraries in Lancaster County, said Mary Ann Steinhauer, leader of the

Council of Friends.

“When I read Tess’ bio, I realized how unbelievable she is,” Steinhauer said. “It just goes to show you that her early passion manifested itself as an adult, and she was able to put that passion, along with her education and training as a doctor, into doing something she loves.”

Gerritsen said she hopes her story will inspire others to follow their dreams, noting that she often hears from readers, many of whom have done just that. Sometimes, however, the stories she hears are sadder.

One reader told her he’d been an engineer all his life, but he had wanted to become a fashion designer. “He told me he really regretted his career choice,” she said. “I like to tell people, ‘Find a way to make what you want to do

Broadway actress to perform at Ware Center

The Arts at Millersville University will present Ali Stroker in concert on Thursday, Oct. 12, at 7:30 p.m. at the Ware Center, 42 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Stroker has taken her one-woman show all over the country with a mission to improve the lives of others through the arts. Her personal motto centers on “turning your limitations into your opportunities.”

Stroker won the 2019 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical and the

Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical for her role as “Ado Annie” in “Oklahoma!” She made history as the first performer in a wheelchair to appear on Broadway, doing so in Deaf West’s 2015 revival of “Spring Awakening.” As a television star, Stroker was a cast member in the final season of “Ozark” and is a recurring character in Netflix’s “Echoes” and in Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building.” She co-wrote the 2021 novel “The Chance

to Fly” and co-authored the 2022 children’s book “Ali and the Sea Stars.” Recently, she played Lady Anne in the Shakespeare in the Park production of “Richard III,” which was featured on PBS’ “Great Performances.”

To purchase tickets, visit www.ArtsMU.com, call the box office at 717-871-7600 or visit box office at the Ware Center or at the Student Memorial Center on the Millersville University campus.

work for your own family circumstances. Carve out some time to do it.’”

The Council of Friends event will be held at Calvary Church, 1051 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster. Tickets will include a copy of “The Spy Coast” and may be purchased at https://lancaster libraries.org/fall-author -event.

been drawn to them; I’ve always wanted to work with them. I didn’t even know birds of prey was a thing. When I first saw it, I was consumed by it.”

Edged Feather Experiences is one of the many unique attractions currently appearing at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire at Mount Hope Estate & Winery, 2775 Lebanon Road, Manheim. Stacey stages three 30-minute shows each weekend day on the Ren Faire’s joust field, each featuring a different bird of prey or combination of birds.

The entertaining and educational shows are designed to display each species’ skills and talents as hunters, and the last five minutes of each show are used for audience questions and photos. When Stacey’s birds aren’t performing, they can be viewed on the grounds of Mount Hope Estate & Winery.

“I try to get the audience as close to the birds as possible, within reason,” said Stacey. “My goal is to give (members of the audience) a better

appreciation of the world around us. All of the birds are very much individuals. One of my birds gets so excited before shows. I’ve got another bird that just loves to be around people; he thrives on attention. They are absolutely performers. They know their jobs really well.”

Stacey’s flock of hunters consists of Titus, a red-tailed hawk; Kasai, an African augur buzzard; Skyler, an African lanner falcon; Goose, an African tide crow; Wicket, a barred owl; Jack, a Harris’s hawk; and Sir Dante, a Eurasian eagle-owl.

“It is a very one-sided relationship,” said Stacey. “If I were to drop dead, they’d eat all the food and fly off. There would be no mourning. But I care deeply for the birds. I can’t tell you how much I’ve dedicated to them. Their care requires a well-trained hand.”

“It’s my job to give them as natural a life as I can - that they get to be birds,” added Stacey. “It’s also my job to make sure they’re well exercised and flown regularly. We rehearse with them, and when they’re done, they get their food as a reward.”

After being involved in

“Haunted Manheim” program set

Manheim Historical Society will host a presentation, “Haunted Manheim: Journey Through the Spirits of the Past,” on Sunday, Oct. 15, at 2 p.m. at the railroad station, 210 S. Charlotte St. The presenter will be Dr. Robert Kreider. Additionally, from 1 to 4 p.m., visitors may explore the Fasig and Keath Log Homes Museum, 30-32 E. High St., and the Railroad Station Museum.

For more details, visit www.manheimhistoricalsociety.org. Information about the historical society is available on the organization’s Facebook page.

wildlife education for 12 years, Stacey founded Edged Feather Experiences in the spring of this year. Stacey and her birds mainly perform at Renaissance fairs, but they’ve also been featured at Girl Scout gatherings, weddings and birthday parties.

“I want to share my passion with other people,” said Stacey. “When you have a spark inside, you can set it ablaze with dedication. I’m proud of where I come from, where I am now and what the future holds for me going forward.”

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Keeping the faith

BY ANN MEAD ASH

Since the fall of 2022, David Kieffer, president of the FaithfulGive board, has been preparing for the organization’s first online giving event to benefit organizations with a Christian mission that are active in Lancaster County. “We prayed and thought and designed and listened for a year,” said Kieffer of FaithfulGive’s five-member board and its organizational team. “Mostly we listened to what would serve various nonprofit leaders.”

The result is a three-day online giving event, which will take place in October. More than 40 local organizations have signed on to take part in the fundraiser, which will open just after midnight on Sunday, Oct. 15, and close at the end of the day on Tuesday, Oct. 17.

To introduce the event, a breakfast will be held on Monday, Oct. 16, at Westminister Presbyterian Church, 2151 Oregon Pike, Lancaster, beginning at 7:30 a.m. In addition, a short celebration picnic will be held on Oct. 17 at 5 p.m. at Long’s Park. “There will be worship, celebration, and announcing prizes,” explained Kieffer. There is no cost to attend either event, but donations will be welcomed. Those

wishing to attend either event may register at www.faithfulgive.org.

Awards given at the picnic will include prizes that participating organizations will compete for from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day of the event.

Prize categories are the Engaged Donor prize to benefit smaller organizations; the Show Me the Money prize for the largest unique donation; a prize package from Masterpiece Marketing, which will be awarded based on a written submission; and the Just Keep Swimming award, which will be awarded by the board based on nominations by donors who submit a paragraph about why an organization has demonstrated wisdom, love, and persistent courage in challenging circumstances. Nominations for the Just Keep Swimming award are open at https://faithfulgive.org/ prizes/.

Kieffer pointed out that the first day of the event will not be focused on giving, although the platform will be available. “It’s really a day of prayer,” he said, noting that prayer guides will be distributed to various churches that are helping FaithfulGive to spread the word. “(The guide) will enable people to learn about the organizations and

pray for them,” Kieffer said. Kieffer said that the decision to start FaithfulGive was motivated by the many Kingdom-minded organizations located in the county. “This is really a movement of people who live locally who recognize that Lancaster has a rich heritage of biblically faithful nonprofit organizations founded to reflect and live out biblical convictions in every area of life,” he said. “This was started by those who want to celebrate those organizations, nurture their vision, and guard it for the next generation.”

Looking ahead, Kieffer noted that he would love to see the giving event raise $500,000 or more. “Our goal is to bless this community,” he said. “This is really a labor of love,” he noted, adding that

LCSWMA encourages proper

battery disposal

Rechargeable batteries containing metals such as lithium and nickel can spark and explode when damaged. To combat the growing risk of battery fires, the Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority (LCSWMA) has announced the launch of a public education campaign to encourage proper disposal of rechargeable batteries.

Rechargeable batteries are in many common household items, including power tools, toys, cellphones, laptops, watches, vape devices and electric toothbrushes. If the rechargeable battery becomes damaged, it can cause a chemical reaction that creates a spark or explosion. Rechargeable batteries in the waste stream are prone to damage due to the impact from equipment and machinery during the waste management process.

According to Robert Zor-

baugh, chief executive officer of LCSWMA, the improper disposal of rechargeable batteries is putting trash haulers, waste disposal and recycling facilities, employees and the community at risk. Countless fires have started in the back of trash trucks and at waste disposal facilities.

Karen Gross, LCSWMA communications manager, would like the community to know that there are many free and convenient drop-off locations for end-of-life rechargeable batteries. In Lancaster County, residents

neither he nor the other board members - who include vice president Lynette Morales, secretary Jim Adams, treasurer Steve Bucklen, and member at large Kurt Weaver - are salaried. Readers who would like more information about the first FaithfulGive event may visit the aforementioned website.

can use LCSWMA’s drivethrough Household Hazardous Waste Facility to dropoff both alkaline and rechargeable batteries.

For more details and to learn about other collection locations, visit www.Safe BatteryDisposal.com. The webpage, available in English and Spanish, includes information regarding specialty batteries such as e-bike and electric vehicle batteries as well as battery handling tips.

More information about LCSWMA is available at www.lcswma.org.

Gift card bingo slated

Loyal Christian Benefit Association (LCBA) will hold a gift card bingo on Sunday, Oct. 15, at the Ephrata Elks, 170 Akron Road, Ephrata. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m., and bingo will start at

1 p.m. The event will also include food, door prizes, and a giveaway drawing.

To purchase tickets and for more information, call Barbara Liley at 717-7381913 or 717-471-7290.

The FaithfulGive organizational team includes (from left) Kelley Waller, Jim Adams, Kurt Weaver, David Kieffer, Lynette Morales, Elaine High, and (not pictured) Sharon Tschudy.

Beck scores game winner against Elizabethtown

Photos by Thom Swarr & Cheri Sine

Manheim’s Peter Burkhart advances the ball ahead of E-town’s Ben Myers in the Barons’ 1-0, Section Two victory at home on September 28.

Gabe Redcay takes control of the ball in front of E-town’s Bennett Kreider in Manheim’s 1-0, Section Two win over the visiting Bears on September 28.

The Barons’ Aiden Beck beats E-town’s Bennett Kreider to the ball during Manheim’s 1-0 victory in a Section Two contest in Manheim on September 28.

Luke Horst wins a head ball over the Bears’ Bennett Kreider during Manheim’s 1-0, Section Two victory over visiting E-town on September 28.

Manheim’s Peyton Snyder stretches to kick the ball away from E-town’s Katie Keeports during the Barons’ 2-1, Section Two win over the host Bears on September 28.

Lexi Wettig makes the easy save for the Barons during their 2-1, Section Two victory at E-town on September 28.

Orchestra to offer Link Up program

In collaboration with Carnegie Hall, the Lancaster Symphony Orchestra is participating in Link Up: The Orchestra Swings, a music education program provided by Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute (WMI), during the 2023-24 season.

Lancaster County public and private elementary schools and homeschool families are invited to register to take part in the free Link Up program and attend a culminating concert on Tuesday and Wednesday, May 14 and 15, 2024 at J. P. McCaskey High School, where they will sing and

play the recorder with the orchestra from their seats. This experience often serves as a student’s first concert and allows them to apply the musical concepts they have studied. Registration information and further details about the program can be found at www.

lancastersymphony.org/ carnegie-hall-link-up

For more than 35 years, Link Up has paired orchestras with students in grades three to five at schools in their local communities to explore orchestral repertoire and fundamental musical skills, including creative work

and composition, through a hands-on music curriculum.

Link Up addresses the need for music instruction and resources by providing a free, year-long curriculum that teachers can implement, along with printed and digital classroom materials, online video and audio resources and the professional development and support necessary to make the program an engaging experience for students.

The Lancaster Symphony Orchestra is one of more than 100 national and international organizations chosen for this program. Since

2003, Carnegie Hall has partnered with professional, community and university orchestras across the U.S. and around the world to support their existing education programs and strengthen their partnerships with local schools. In 2023-24, Link Up will partner with sites in the U.S., as well as in Canada, China, the Dominican Republic, Spain, Kenya, New Zealand and Japan, to serve more than 300,000 students and teachers globally.

Zachary Hahn and Emma Adair have been selected as the Seniors of the Month for September at Manheim Central High School. The Manheim Women’s Club sponsors the Girls of the Month, and the Rotary Club of Manheim sponsors the Boys of the Month. Seniors of the Month are chosen by the professional staff of the high school based on academic achievement, character, and involvement within the school and community.

Zachary, 18, is the son of David and Michelle Hahn of Manheim. Zachary is on the football, basketball, and track and field teams. He has

received All-State and AllLeague football honors.

Zachary is a district qualifier for javelin in track and field. In the community, Zachary has been involved in the cleanup of the Manheim Square and volunteering with MAA football, spring flag football, and the Manheim Community Library spring book sale.

Zachary plans to attend college to study business and sports management and play football.

Emma, 17, is the daughter of Amy Adair and Josh Adair of Manheim. Emma has played field hockey for six years. She is also involved in Interact Club, video yearbook club,

Spanish club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Baron Nation Network, and the STN/Broadcasting Convention. At Manheim Brethren in Christ Church, she is a student leader for middle-schoolers in the youth group, a volunteer speaker for the youth group, an intern, and a Core Team member. She is also a Quest Kids Ministry helper and has participated in mission trips to West Virginia, New York City, and Costa Rica. Emma has been a math tutor as well as a coach for a youth field hockey camp. Emma plans to attend college to study early childhood education.

Zachary Hahn

Emma Adair

Church to offer Neighbors group

The 36th year of Neighbors Sharing and Caring will begin at Chiques Church, 4045 Sunnyside Road, Manheim, on Tuesday, Oct. 17. Women of all ages and preschool children are invited to attend from 9 to 10:45 a.m. The morning will include devotions, music, brunch and fellowship.

The theme for the year will be Truth. Topics will include What is truth? Is it

relative or absolute? Is it living or inanimate? Is it the same today as it was in the past? And what or who is the standard by which truth is measured?

Classes will be provided for children from infants through prekindergartners. Readers may contact Bonnie at 717361-2613 or Veronica at 6267603 for more information and a copy of this year’s schedule.

Hikes planned at Mount Gretna park

Governor Dick Environmental Center, 3283 Pinch Road, Mount Gretna, has scheduled two hikes.

A fall foliage hike will step off at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14. Attendees are invited to bring a warm drink. A faster paced, 4- to 6-mile fitness hike will be offered on

Sunday, Oct. 15, at 10 a.m. Attendees should wear proper footwear and bring water.

The programs are free, but preregistration is required by contacting 717-964-3808 or governordick@hotmail.com and providing a name and phone number in case the program is canceled.

Historical society to meet

The Mount Joy Area Historical Society will host Robert Phoenix as guest speaker at its monthly meeting to be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 16, at the Cemetery Road Schoolhouse,

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120 Fairview St., Mount Joy.

Phoenix, known as “The Powwow Guy,” will present a program about Powwowing, which is a Pennsylvania-born tradition of Christian faith healing and folk magic as developed within the Pennsylvania Dutch culture. The program will include a brief history of the tradition along with an approachable discussion of what Powwowers do and how they do it. The discussion will allow an opportunity for attendees to relate their own personal experiences with Powwowing, and a few Powwow rituals will be demonstrated.

A Powwower of Austrian/German ancestry, Phoenix has, for the past 20 years, endeavored to share information about the tradition of Powwow freely in an effort to dispel misinformation. In 2008, he initiated his website, www.PAGermanPowwow.com, where he shares his experiences and knowledge.

Mount Joy’s monthly historical society meetings include a brief business session, followed by guest speakers from throughout the region presenting a variety of historic topics. Refreshments follow the program. The meetings are free and open to the public.

The society building is open every Sunday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. The community is welcome to stop by to do research and see the many displays of Mount Joy memorabilia. For more information, visit www.mountjoyhistory.com.

Tapas

BY JEFF FALK

The battle against human trafficking is difficult and continual. North Star Initiative is seeking help to carry on the fight.

It is that mission that is really at the heart of North Star Initiative’s annual Tapas

Shindig. This year’s fundraising, awareness raising and relationship building event will be presented on Friday, Oct. 20, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Foundry48, 100 W. Millport Road, Lititz.

The event will begin with networking, a silent auction, tapas and mocktails, followed by a program and live auction, before concluding with dessert and coffee.

The theme for the event is “Light Up the Night.Together we can illuminate the path to a brighter future for survivors of sex trafficking.”

“A lot of people ask me, ‘What can I do? I want to get involved,’” said North Star Initiative executive director Melinda Clark. “This is the time to come and get involved. It’s also partnering together to form a community where trafficking is unimaginable, where trafficking doesn’t exist. We encourage people to find their place in the battle. It’s a massive battle, but the battle is winnable. Want to know where to start? This is it.”

Tapas is a food trend that originated in Spain and involves serving a variety of appetizers and small servings. The evening’s ambiance will be enhanced by live music.

“The food is delicious, and it’s just one of the fun

aspects of the evening,” said Clark. “We’re gathering with good people over good food for a good cause. It’s a feel of friends getting together to enjoy each other’s company. ... It builds its own synergy when people connect around the cause.”

Clark is expected to address the gathering about North Star Initiative’s purpose, the work it has already accomplished and the struggles that lie ahead.

“I’ll have a chance to share North Star’s mission and vision to end trafficking and supporting those lives that have been affected by it,” said Clark. “I want to talk about how our common experiences can help the challenges our survivors face. People think it’s happening just overseas, but it’s

not. It’s also happening here in Lancaster County. It’s the perfect opportunity to get an update on the state of it.”

North Star Initiative is planning for 200 people to attend Tapas Shindig. This year’s goal is to raise $200,000 for the mission, $25,000 more than was donated in 2022.

This year will mark North Star Initiative’s fifth edition of Tapas Shindig. Last year’s event was conducted at The Junction Center in Manheim.

Located in Lititz, North Star Initiative was founded in 2010. It began through an undercover collaboration with law enforcement.

To register for the Tapas Shindig go to www.north starinitiative.org/upcoming -events.

Members of the Sierra Club - Lancaster Group invite the public to join

them for an easy to moderate scenic hike through the Nolde Forest at 9 a.m. on

Saturday, Oct, 14. The hike was scheduled for last spring but was postponed because of threatening weather.

The 725-acre Nolde Forest with its Environmental Education Center, 3025 New Holland Road, Reading, features deciduous woodlands and coniferous plantations, which are laced with networks of trails that meander along streams and ponds and through diverse habitats. In addition to being treated to a scenic walk beside a stream, hikers will be able to view colorful autumn leaves, which should be at their prime.

Registration is required by visiting www.lancaster sierraclub.org and clicking on the event link on the calendar. For more details, call 717-575-8705 or 717-4750586 or email Sierra ClubEvent@gmail.com.

CHIQUES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH:

1215 E. Main St., Mount Joy. Pastor Doug Paglia. Traditional Service at 9-10 am Communion held once a month. 5th Sunday of the month: One service only at 9:30 am. Children’s Sunday School 9 am.

Adult Sunday School 10:15 am. Kids’ Church 10:30 am Contemporary Service 10:30 am. Nursery provided at all services. Handicapped accessible. Church office: 717653-5175.

COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH: Welcomes you to Love God, Love Others, & Reach Out with us! 331 Anderson Ferry Rd (off Rt. 441 on Rt. 772), Marietta, PA 17547, 717-426-1345, cbcpa.org. Service times are Sundays at 9:00 & 10:45am. The Livestream service is at 10:45am at cbcpa.org.

GRACE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH OF MANHEIM: 1483 N. Colebrook Rd., Manheim. SUNDAYS: Adult Bible Class at 9:30am and Worship Service at 10:30am. Wednesday Evening Prayer is held from 6:30pm-7:15pm For more details, please visit http://www.gcfmanheim.org or call 717-665-7222.

HOSANNA! A FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIANS

29 Green Acre Rd., Lititz (717) 626-2560

Worship with us in person @ 9:30am, online or livestream @ www.hosannalititz.org

Children & Youth Ministries

MARY MOTHER OF THE CHURCH(A

Roman Catholic Parish): 625 Union School Rd., Mount Joy. Pastor: Rev. Ted Keating. Mass Times: Saturday Vigil 4:30pm, Sunday 8:30 & 11 am; Monday thru Friday 8:30 am. Confessions: Sat 3:30pm. 717-653-4903, visit us online at www.marymotherparish.org

NEWPORT CHURCH: 656W. Newport Road, Elm, www.newportchurch.net

We are a vibrant family- oriented contemporary church that meets for Sunday “celebration” service at 9:30 a.m. and throughout the week in home groups, including junior-high and senior-high groups. Children love our Kids Town ministry every Sunday morning! Our mission is to share God’s Love generously and lead people to new life in Jesus. For info. or directions, see our Website or call 717-664-2635. Lead Pastor: Merle Shenk.

RUHL’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: A growing church committed to Christ. Worship on Sunday morning at 8 am for a traditional feel. Sunday School for all ages at 9:15 am., 10:30 am. Worship led by praise band. (Nursery available. Handicap accessible.) For more information, please call 717-665-3400 or visit www.ruhlschurch.org Located at 4810 Elizabethtown Rd, Manheim.

SALEM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: 140 North Penn Street, Manheim. Please join us for 9 am Sunday Worship: In-person and online at our website www.salemanheim.org Sunday School for all ages at 10 am. Free Community Meal on Wednesdays @ 5:30 pm (Sept. thru May).

Rev. Dr. John A. Laughlin, Pastor. 717-665-2331

ST. JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH: 505 Woodcrest Ave., Lititz Ph:717-626-5580

Rev. Ryan M. Fischer, Pastor Confessions: Sat. 3:30 pm- 4:30 pm and anytime on request

Daily Masses: Mon.-Sat. 9 am Saturday Vigil Mass: 5 pm Sunday Masses: 7:30, 9 & 11 am Visit www.stjameslititz.org for livestream Masses

ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN : Located at 1258 Newport Road, Penryn. Phone: (717) 665-6093. Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Angela Hammer.

PUBLIC AUCTION

95 ACRE DAIRY FARM - POND - STREAM

2½ STY. 5 BDRM. FARMHOUSE

BANK BARN - COW STABLE - HEIFER BARN

GARAGE - SHOP - TOBACCO/EQUIP. BARN

MASTERSONVILLE/MILTON

2059 Sunnyside Rd., Manheim. Rt. 72 N. from Manheim. Left Elizabethtown Rd. Left Wisgarner Rd. Left Sunnyside Rd. Farm immediately on right.

2½ sty. farmhouse w/3616 SF, eat-in kitchen w/oak cabinets, pantry & appliances, living rm., family rm., rec rm., laundry, mud rm., 5 bdrms., 3½ baths, attic, bsmt. oil HW BB heat, 40x136 bank barn w/dairy cow addition, 60 tie stalls, milkhouse w/Girton tank & pipe line, Cornell cleaner, (2) 60’ stave silos, 26x72 barn w/large heifer stable, 36x46 tob/equip. bldg., garage, 2 car gar., 1 car gar., 95 ACRES m/l w/72 acres tillable, pasture, woods, spring-fed pond & 2 streams. Ideal bldgs. setting in middle of the farm. Zoned Ag. Enrolled in Clean & Green (not in Ag Preserve).

After 45 years, owner downsizing & serious to sell. Farm selling w/milk tank & pipe line. Personal inspection by appointment or Open House Sat., Oct. 14, 21 & 28 from 1 to 4 P.M. For brochure or land plotting visit www.klinekreidergood.com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006. (Lender NMLS ID #834368)

Randal V. Kline

Roy E. Good, Jr.

Aaron Z. Nolt Curvin M. Horning 717-733-1006

Lic. #499, 2116, 5064, 3956

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH: 596 West Newport Rd., Lititz. Are you looking for a Church that preaches from the King James Bible? Helps your family grow spiritually? Enjoys the old-time hymns? Look no further! Sunday School 10am, Sunday Morning Worship 11am, and Sunday Evening Worship 6pm. Wednesday Evening Prayer & Bible Study 6:30 pm. Pastor Wiliam Hamm, Jr. (717) 575-0292.

TRINITY EC CHURCH

48 Market Sq., Manheim

Sunday School 9:15/Worship 10:25 Livestream www.trinitymanheim.com Stop by on First Thursday 717-665-3633

TRINITY UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST:

2340 State St., East Petersburg. Rev. Dr. Christopher Rankin, Pastor. Phone: (717) 569-1632. Sunday Schedule: 7:45 am Worship with Holy Communion; 9:00 am Sunday School for all ages; 10:00 am Koinonia (Fellowship Time); 10:30 am Worship (Holy Communion twice a month) Online service is available by visiting www.trinityeastpete.org “Catch the Vision, Share the Joy!”

WAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 600 Stony Battery Rd., Landisville (near Hempfield High School). Rev. Dr. Stephen P. Fritz, Pastor. Wayside offers two services: 9:00 am Traditional with choir, 10:00 Fellowship, & 10:30 am Contemporary with band & Children’s Ministry. An unstaffed nursery is available at all services for parents’ use. For more info, visit www.waysidepc.org or (717) 898-1551.

WHITE OAK CHURCH : 1211 N. Penryn Rd, Manheim, PA. You are invited to our Sunday services: Sunday School for all ages at 8:45am; Worship at 9:45am; scheduled evening services at 7:15pm and Wednesday evening Bible Study at 7:15pm. (1st Wednesday of month).

Leather, tattoos, bikes, heartand toys

BY JEFF FALK

From the outside looking in, the annual Lancaster County Toy Ride may look like just another group of bikers out for a day on the road. But it’s more than that. The event seeks to help fund Christmas gifts for children who may not otherwise receive many presents.

The 2023 Lancaster County Toy Ride will be conducted on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will begin and end at American Legion Post 34, 1388 Arcadia Road, Lancaster.

A monetary donation or a donation of a toy with a set minimum value is suggested. All proceeds from the event will go to Lancaster County Toys for Tots.

“Sometimes people just see the (tattoos) and the leather,” said Jimmy Emig, the ride director and an elder for the tri-state chapter of Bikers for Christ. “I think some bikers get labeled just by the look. But you can’t judge a book by a cover. Open the book. If you do, you’re going to see a big heart. It’s one big heart on two wheels. That’s what a real biker is.”

At 1 p.m., kickstands will go up, and the participants in the Lancaster County Toy Ride will hit the road to

(Brickerville & Speedwell Area)

HYBRID PUBLIC AUCTION

COMMERCIAL ZONED 3-BR BRICK RANCHER

.39-ACRE LEVEL LOT * OFFICE SPACE & LIVING AREA HOME BUSINESS * CAR-LOT & OTHER POTENTIAL

THURSDAY, OCT. 26 • 5:00 P.M.

LOCATED AT: 1375 Furnace Hills Pike, Lititz, PA 17543 - Elizabeth Twp.

DIRECTIONS: From Lititz, travel North on Rt. 501 for 2 miles to property on right. Just before the traffic light at Brubaker Valley Rd.

REAL ESTATE: A 3-bedroom Ranch style house w/ 2 full bathrooms & attached 3-garage spots situated on .39-acre level lot zoned Highway Commercial. House was built in 1962; has approx. 2,200sq. ft. on main level plus un-improved basement area; eat-in kitchen w/ new counter tops & patio door to rear wooden deck; front living room w/ bay window; 3-bedrooms w/ closets; 2-full bathrooms; large front office room w/ private entrance; rear private office; conference room; 1-car attached garage; 2-car garage in lower level; 2-unimproved rooms in lower level. On-site well & septic; oil heat; central A/C; Warwick S.D.; taxes $4,589. Attorney Tony Schimaneck

AUCTIONEER NOTE: A wonderful opportunity for your in-home business. Come to look and bring your dreams for your situation. Currently is living area and office space for a car-lot, second macadam driveway for parking. High traffic count (Rt. 501) and only 15-minute from both “Manheim Auto Auction” & “Garden Spot Auto Auction”.

OPEN HOUSE DATES: Saturdays Oct. 14 & 21, from 1-3 PM. Call/Text Auctioneer 717-587-8906. Website @ www.martinandutt.com * Online Bidding Available

Karen J. Heisey 717-665-2284

AUCTION BY: Martin & Rutt Auctioneers Ephrata & New Holland, PA John J. Rutt II, 717-587-8906

Rutt AY-2189-L

Participants in the Lancaster County Toy Ride come up with creative ways to raise money for Lancaster County Toys for Tots, on and off their bikes.

Columbia, Marietta, Elizabethtown and back again.

“It’s a brotherhood,” said

Emig. “There is nothing bigger than when you’re riding along with another biker. You may

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Auction For: Mary Jane Merris Estate Janice A. Sahd Ext.

See Toy Ride pg 12

Toy Ride

not know his name, but you know his purpose. It’s inspiring. It’s coming together for one cause.”

That brotherhood is extensive and far-reaching. Between 500 and 1,000 bikers are expected to participate in the Lancaster County Toy Ride.

“It’s the biker community,” said Emig. “Over half of them who come out are from the Lancaster area. It’s motorcycle clubs coming together. This is the biggest ride in our biker community. We average 80 to 100 riding events each year

PUBLIC AUCTION

• Picturesque, Nearly All Tillable Farm

• 3 Bedroom Farmhouse

• Tradi onal Bank Barn • Large Pole Shed

• Spacious Heated Shop w/ Overhead Doors

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and this is the biggest one put together for a cause. This is the one that everyone circles on their calendars.”

Emig said that the Lancaster County chapter of Toys for Tots’ operating budget for this year is $80,000. The purpose of the ride is to help provide some of those funds.

“$80,000 is a pretty big number,” said Emig. “There’s no goal besides trying to help offset the costs for Toys for Tots. I think bikers can lead by example and show what happens when people come together. We need to start coming together.”

The Lancaster County Toy Ride was first established 25 years ago. In the past, toys and funds were donated directly to local children in hospitals or children who were homeless.

This year marks the first time that the ride has been associated with Lancaster County Toys for Tots.

“It’s almost all the time that we’re looking to help out children,” said Emig. “W hen we first started this, we just wanted

Hillside Dr. Lancaster, PA 17603

4 BEDROOM TUDOR STYLE HOME – 0.31 Acres

– School District of Lancaster OPEN HOUSES: SAT. OCT. 14, 10AM-12PM & MON. OCT. 16, 5PM-6:30PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT

Auction For: Joyce E. McClure, John W. Metzger, Financial Advisor

SAT. OCT. 28, 2023 – 1pm Real Estate

8 Fisher Terrace Willow Street, PA 17584

4 BEDROOM HOME ON LARGE LOT

– 0.81 Acres – Pequea Valley SD

OPEN HOUSES: SAT. OCT. 14, 1PM-3PM & TUES. OCT. 17, 5PM-6:30PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT

Auction For: Mary Ellen Griesmeyer

THURS. NOV. 2, 2023 – 6pm Real Estate 215 Falmouth Rd. Bainbridge, PA 17502

3 BEDROOM CONOY TWP. INVESTMENT PROPERTY

– 0.34 Acres – Elizabethtown Area SD

OPEN HOUSES: SAT. OCT. 21, 10AM-12PM & MON. OCT. 23, 5PM-6:30PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT Auction For: Conoy Township

SAT. NOV. 18, 2023 – 10am Real Estate 2093 Camp Rd. Manheim, PA 17545

13 ACRE MANHEIM/E-TOWN AREA FARMETTE –13.1 Acres – Elizabethtown Area SD

OPEN HOUSES: SAT. NOV. 4, 10AM-12PM & SAT. NOV. 11, 10AM-12PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT Auction For: Ira F. Landis

to help local children have a good Christmas. We’re always looking for ways to help more children. We want to keep serving the community as a

brotherhood.”

To donate to the Lancaster County Toy Ride, email LancasterToyRide@gmail.com or call Emig at 717-575-6338.

“Horst Auction Center”

PUBLIC SALE

ANTIQUES, COLLECTS, MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, TOYS, LG. COLLECTION OF MODEL TRAINS, HH GOODS, TOOLS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14 AT 9 A.M.

PREVIEW TIMES - Fri., Oct. 13 from 2-5 P.M. and Sat., Oct. 14 from 8 A.M.

*The following is just a very general list of items to be sold. Photos representing the entire auction will be posted on our website www.horstauction.com on Fri., Oct. 13.

Sale to be held at Horst Auction Center, 50 Durlach Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522.

(The corner of Rt. 322 & Durlach Rd., approx. 2½ miles west of Ephrata.)

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES; WROUGHT & CAST-IRON; COPPER & BRASS; PEWTER; WALT DISNEY COLLECTIBLES; ELVIS PRESLEY & BETTY BOOP COLLECTIBLES; MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS; VINTAGE SUZUKI BARREL BACK MANDOLIN; CORTEZ J-8000 ACOUSTIC GUITAR; KAWAI DIGITAL SPINET PIANO & BENCH; CHRISTMAS & SEASONAL DECOR; CHINA & GLASSWARE; LG. COLLECTION OF HUMMEL FIGS; POTTERY; VINTAGE & COSTUME JEWELRY; LINENS & TEXTILES; ARTWORK & PRINTS; BOOKS & PAPER; VINTAGE COMIC BOOKS; TOYS; ANTIQUE & VINTAGE BANKS; COWBOY COLLECT; HESS & WINROSS TRUCKS; EARLY LIONEL CARS & ACCESS; AMERICAN FLYER SETS; ROLLING STOCK & ACCESS; SPORTS CARDS & MEM; DOLLS & STUFFED ANIMALS; HH GOODS; TOOLS; BOX LOTS & MANY OTHER ITEMS TO BE SOLD!

***Accepted Payments: Cash or PA Check. Visa, MasterCard & Debit Card with 3% Fee. No out-of-state checks without prior approval.

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Bikers in the Lancaster County Toy

will enjoy a trip through scenic Lancaster County.

Attorney: Dennis Hartranft, Jr.–Esquire

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Call: 1.800.428.4211 or 717.653.9848

PUBLIC AUCTION

#1: EAST PETERSBURG BOROUGH OFFICE BLDG.

2½ STY. MASONRY OFFICE BLDG. w/2952 SF

#2: EAST PETERSBURG BOROUGH OFFICE/GAR. BLDG.

2 STY. BRICK BLDG. w/2400 SF

#3: 2 STY. 3 BDRM. HOUSE - 2 CAR GAR.

ALL ZONED NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL EAST PETERSBURG AREA

SATURDAY, OCT. 14 • 10 A.M.

6040: 2½ sty. bldg. w/2952 SF, multiple offices, reception area, 3 lavatories, police dept. office, 2nd floor 22x44 open span, LP gas HW heat + 2 mini-split systems w/air, 5 parking spaces, upgraded roof & windows.

6050: 2 sty. bldg. (previously firehouse), 2 separate offices, garage, 28x28 storage area, 2nd floor w/5 separate offices w/ easy to remove partitions, lunch/conference room, 2 parking spaces & garage parking.

6060: 2 sty. house w/1553 SF, kitchen w/appliances, dining rm., living rm., family rm., laundry, 3 bdrms., bsmt., oil HW heat, level lot, parking area for approx. 10 vehicles.

After 77 years, borough office is moving & serious to sell. Zoned NC w/large variety of permitted & special exception uses & structure is non-conforming. High traffic visibility location. Properties sold separately. Personal inspection by appt. or open house Sat., Sept. 23, 30 & Oct. 7 from 1 to 4 PM. Financing deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368)

East Petersburg Borough

Karen St. Clair Manager Jeffrey Moseman Project Manager 717-569-9282

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Auction Location: 363, 440, 465 N. Colebrook Road, Manheim, PA 17545. Properties will be sold at 465 N. Colebrook Road.

Open House: Wednesday, October 11 4-6PM & Saturday, October 14 1-3PM.

Terms: 10% Down Payment Day of Auction. Balance due at Final Settlement on or before December 31, 2023.

Auctioneer Note: These properties are being sold to settle an Estate. Don’t miss a prime opportunity to purchase property that has not been on the market for many decades. Plan to view these properties at Open House. Broker Participation offered please contact John Stauffer at 717-989-3955.

Attorney: Legacy Law PLLC, 717-568-8511.

Auction For: Estate of Jay S. Hershey & Trust of Nancy A. Hershey Donna L. Bollinger Co Trustee/Executor, Jerry L. Hershey Co Trustee/ Executor

Auction By: Stauffer Auctioneers LLC, AY002148 John D Stauffer • 717-989-3955 www.staufferauctioneers.com

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Bldg. Materials

RECYCLED ASPHALT MILLINGS AND CRUSHED CONCRETE FOR SALE. For pricing, delivery, & pickup details, call Strickler Corporation 610-777-2312, M-F 8am-4pm. Visit stricklercorp.com

Collectibles

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Furniture

2 GRAY LOVE SEATS, CLEAN!! $300 EACH O.B.O. 717-361-0631

Furniture

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Pets

9-MINI BERNEDOODLE PUPS, tricolor, very cute, vet checked, shots, dewormed, ready 10/13. $950. 717-687-8252 x1.

Pets

AKC GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES, b.8/10/23. Shots, dewormed, vet-checked. 2 blacks and 3 black & tan. $450. MINI POODLES, $400. 717-548-4277

AKC SILVER LAB RETRIEVER PUPPIES, shots, dewormed, family raised, $599 obo. AKC Golden Retriever dogs, $299. Cats $5 (all sizes), 717-354-8343.

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INFLATION IS AT 40 YEAR HIGHS. Interest rates are way up. Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call National Debt Relief to find out how to pay off your debt for significantly less than what you owe! Free quote: 1-877-592-3616.

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!!OLD GUITARS WANTED!! GIBSON, FENDER, MARTIN, Etc. 1930’s to 1980’s. TOP DOLLAR PAID. CALL TOLL FREE 1-866-433-8277.

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.

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PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a GENERAC home standby generator.

$0 Down + Low Monthly Pmt. Request a free quote. Call before the next power outage: 1-855-948-6176.

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 & $1,600 off - limited time! Financing available. 1-855-417-1306.

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: $195/cord.

Delivery available, 1-10 cord loads. All oak - kept under roof.Call Warihay Enterprises 717-664-0810

GREINER FARM: FIREWOOD Cut, split, seasoned, pick up or delivered,717-629-9069

SEASONED OAK FIREWOOD for sale. $125 for half cord stacked on a skid. Pick up or delivery. $50 fee for delivery. Call: 717-587-3345

LOST & FOUND

FOUND AN ITEM? Place a FREE 15 word ad in your local issue to locate the owner of your found item. 1-800-428-4211 READ

SERVICES RENDERED

A DRYWALL REPAIR CO. KENT SAUDER, LLC Text/Call: 717-989-2069

SERVICES RENDERED

A+ AFFORDABLE LANDSCAPING!

717-208-2265 CLEANUP, MULCH, TRIMMING, PLANTING, SMALL TREE & SHRUB REMOVAL. Affordable,Sr. Disc.!

AFFORDABLE CONCRETE New • Repairs • Replacement 30+ yrs. exp. Call: 717-224-8603

AFFORDABLE PAINTING

Interior • Drywall repairs • Custom colors. Ask about our Fall &Winter Specials! Call Damien 717-940-5912 PA032157 Let us brush & roll your project away!

A A F F F F O R R D D A A B B L L E E PO PO WER WER W W ASHING ASHING & DECK SEALING/REPAIR

By Steve, 717-892-7411

ALLEGIANT TREE CARE

Free estimates, fully insured, honest pricing! 20 years exp. Call for tree/shrub pruning/removal. 717-598-9857

AMISHMOVINGCOMPANY

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

BRADY'S PAINTING WALLPAPERING SPECIALISTS.Res/Com. Painting, wood finishing, wallpaper, pressure washing, custom deck, complete remodeling. Free est. Insured. Tim, 717-653-8586

BUSHES PROFESSIONALLY TRIMMED & pruned. Hedges, shrubbery, ornamental plants aesthetically maintained. No job too small. Spring clean-up, mulching, light landscaping. 717-405-8733

SERVICES RENDERED

CLOCK REPAIR - TRAGER

717-786-7053

EXCAVATION, STUMP GRINDING, GRAVEL DRIVEWAY & LAND CLEARING. Call Carl Harper: 717-305-4799

GUTTERS,GUTTERS

Clean, Repair, Gutter Guards. Property Maint. by Steve. 717-892-7411

HANDYMAN - Painting, Powerwashing, Landscaping/Hardscaping, Seeding, Fall Clean Up, Gutters/Guards, Decks, Odd Jobs. 717-826-3680. PA#047811

HARDWOOD FLOOR REFINISHING & INSTALLATION Since 1996. Affordable. Superb work. Licensed. woodfloor.simdif.com 717-468-1164

HAUL YOUR JUNK AWAY

Home, yard waste, appliances; Whatever! Also Shed Removal. 717-669-7854

HAULING, JUNK REMOVAL. Bsmts, sheds, garages cleaned out. Tree brush. Odd jobs. We also move people. Free est. Visa/MC/ Disc/AmEx. 717-456-6051; 410-688-7569 CRASS HAULING

JUNK REMOVAL

Basements, garages, attics, appliances. Five Star Property Service 717-278-1030

KING’SSAWMILLING - Portable Sawmilling, Tree Removal, Firewood Processing. Free Est.: 717-740-0223

LAWNCARE DONE RIGHT& FOR A GOOD PRICE. Gardening, Clean Ups,Mowing, Bush Trimming, Mulching, Etc. Call Craig at 717-435-8539 for more info.

PAINTING By Triple P Int/Ext, Res/Com, 30 yrs exp. FREE ESTIMATES, Fully insured Eric, 717-615-6442 PA 116089

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.

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SERVICES RENDERED

PAINTING: INT. & EXT.

20 yrs. experience PA024610 Elmer Stoltzfus, 717-201-4104

STUMP GRINDING & SMALLTREE REMOVAL 717-989-7938, leave message.

STUMP GRINDING

Free estimates. Insured. Call or text

Mitzel’s Stump Grinding 717-858-9347

THE BATHROOM OF your dreams for as little as $149/month! BCIBath & Shower. Many options are available. Quality materials & professional installation. Senior & Military Discounts Available. Limited Time Offer - FREE virtual inhome consultation now and SAVE 15%! Call Today! 1-877-540-2780.

EARTHWISE LANDSCAPE & TREE CARE

We use modern pruning techniques for the health & safety of your trees & shrubs. Certified arborist on staff. Also removals, storm damage, & yard cleanup. 717-626-2541 (PA 088021)

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

LOOKING TO PURCHASE

Sports/Trading Card CollectionsBaseball, Football, Basketball, Hockey, Pokémon $$$ CASH PAID 717-889-9331 $$$

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

BUYING UNWANTED HEATING OIL 40¢/ga. - will pick up. Also paying up to $300 ea. for old PROPANE TANKS, must be 300 gal. or larger. 717-587-7315.

ITEMS WANTED

CORVETTES WANTED

Any Year. 1953 & Up. Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561

WANTED! MOTORCYCLES!

ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CASH$$ 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

315 S.UNION ST., MIDDLETOWN

2,170 sq.ft. - $910 / month

Commercial: Mixed Use- office, etc./ warehouse. Gated On-Site Parking. #717-689-0816

ELIZABETHTOWN

12’x28’Stg. Unit - $150+ tax/mo. On Track Storage, 717-367-5109

FOR RENT: 13'X42' STORAGE UNIT, 12'x14' overhead door, 24/7 video surveillance, & night lights. STORAGE ONLY for RV's, campers, boats, vehicles, trailers, tractors, construction equipment, household, etc. $350 monthly + security deposit. Adamstown. #717-917-2968

Free same day removal. All paperwork taken care of legally. PA licensed & insured. Call anytime 717-989-6980

$300-$1,000 CASH PAID ON ALLVEHICLES Serving York/Lancaster. 717-515-2607

WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE! Cash paid for unwanted cars, trucks. Any condition. Call Brian 717-542-1055

CYCLES

CASH PAID: ATVs, ATCs, Golf Carts, Motorcycles, 2/3/4 Wheelers, Any Year, Running Or Not. Call/Txt 610-656-3158