Manheim Central /townlively
DECEMBER 2, 2020
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL LXI • NO 46
Spreading Joy, One Light At A Time BY CATHY MOLITORIS
on Krasley loves Christmas, and it shows. For the past 14 years, he has set up a Christmas display in his yard at 525 Woodland Drive, Manheim, and has invited the public to stop by and watch a light show set to music. His display will run every night from Thursday, Nov. 26, through Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021. The hours are 5:30 to 10 p.m. on Sundays
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through Thursdays, and from 5:30 to 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Krasley Christmas, which is what he calls his display, started as a joke between Krasley and his brother, who sent him a video of a commercial showing an elaborate display. “He was like, ‘Is this your house?’ as a joke, but it lit a fire in me,” Krasley recalled. “I said, ‘I can do that.’ And I did.” He was influenced by his See Krasley Christmas pg 8
The annual Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration will be held in Market Square in Manheim and will feature entertainment, food and more.
Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration To Usher In The Season BY CATHY MOLITORIS
ick off the holiday season at the 20th annual Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration in Market Square in Manheim. The event will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 5. The rain date is Sunday, Dec. 6. Originated by the Manheim Lions Club and the Manheim Downtown Development Group, the tree lighting celebration is now organized by Manheim Brethren in Christ (BIC) Church. “We’re excited to continue the tradition of hosting the celebration as a way to share love, joy and hope with our community as we usher in the holiday season,” said Anna Horst, communications director for Manheim BIC. Attendees can expect a fun evening full of entertainment, she
Central High School Four Diamonds Mini-THON to support childhood cancer research.” Steps will be taken to ensure the event is safe and follows COVID-19 protocols, Horst said, adding that mask-wearing is recommended and that the outdoor setting will allow for adequate social distancing. “The welfare of our neighbors and community is a priority,” Horst stated, “so we will be taking precautions and following recommended guidelines to ensure the safety of everyone involved.” She noted that the square will be closed to traffic from 2 to 8 p.m. on the day of the event. For more information on the event, readers may visit https://manheimbic.org/ event/tree-lighting/ or follow Manheim BIC’s Facebook page, www.facebook.com/manheimbic.
The Holidays Will Have An Old-Fashioned Feel At Mount Hope BY CATHY MOLITORIS
Christmas spirit will be in the air during Holidays at Mount Hope. Holiday activities at the Mount Hope Estate and Winery, 2775 Lebanon Road, Manheim, will include the annual Holiday Dinner Theater and the Holiday Open House. This is the 37th year for the dinner theater, said Candace Smith, director of sales and communications for Mount Hope Estate and
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Children Invited To Write To Santa . . . . . . .2 Neighbors Group Plans Meeting . . . . . . . . . .5 Business Directory . . . . . .7 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . .12 House Of Worship . . . . . .16
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stated, adding, “(It’s a) festive, family-friendly community event to celebrate and light up the square with the wonder and anticipation of the season.” The event will include performances from local dance studios, a disc jockey, caroling, an interactive photo station and a variety of food and beverages for sale. Performers will include Cricket’s Performing Arts and Balance Dance, with caroling led by the Manheim BIC worship team. Participants will also have the opportunity to purchase tickets for a chance to “flip the switch” on the tree. “The winner gets to flip the switch that lights up the Christmas tree and gets a gift bag full of fun, locally sourced items,” Horst explained. “The proceeds from ticket sales will go to the Manheim
Krasley Christmas, a display in the yard of Don Krasley, features more than 80,000 lights synchronized to Christmas music.