DECEMBER 17, 2025
Bags, Bingo and Big Community Impact
BY CAT SHANNON
When Shayna
Sharp suggested a purse bingo as a fundraiser for the Women’s Club of Manheim, she hoped the event would draw a crowd. She was right. For the seventh year, the club will host the bingo, and although it’s not happening until February, tickets will go on sale Friday, Dec. 26.
“Tickets are available until we sell out. We will be selling a total of 275 tickets,” Sharp said. “Last year we did sell out within a week of tickets being available, so I would recommend getting them right away.”
The Designer Purse Bingo will be held on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, in
the cafeteria of Manheim Central High School, 400 E. Adele Ave. The doors will open at noon, and the first game will begin at 1 p.m.
“There will be 20 regular bingo games as well as four special games,” Sharp said, noting that people will
also have the opportunity to win a variety of prizes. “We usually have 40-plus (giveaways) ranging from event tickets to gift cards to themed baskets. There will also be a 50/50.
We will have food, including sandwiches from R&K Subs, hot dogs,
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BY CAT SHANNON
Connie Dienner, the founder and executive director of Cavod Performing Arts, knows exactly whom to credit for the success of her nonprofit, which is expanding its Manheim location.
“The Lord just opened up the doors for us,” she said. “And the community has embraced us.”
Cavod, located at 1223 Lancaster Road, is in the midst of a 6,000square-foot expansion, which will double the size of the space.
A Thousand Pounds of Kindness
BY CAT SHANNON
For 18 years, the owners of Cabal’s Lair have been hosting a party to celebrate the community and their business, located at 63 S. Main St., Manheim. While the festivities have always included food, drinks and prizes, for the past decade, the party has also featured a food drive.
This year’s celebration, held on Nov. 22 and 23, garnered 673 pounds of food for the Manheim Central Food Pantry and 346 pounds of food for the Agape Family Shelter in Lebanon.
“We had a fantastic turnout!” said Jan Marie Blouch, who owns Cabal’s Lair with her husband, Chris. She noted that the food for the Manheim pantry filled a small pickup truck, and the donations for the Lebanon shelter filled an SUV.
“It was a total of 1,019 pounds of food,” she said.
The Manheim Central Food Pantry provides food to anyone in the community who meets the requirements. At the Agape Family Shelter, the families that live on-site share the food.
For the Blouches, hosting the food drive means much more than just throwing a party.
“It’s important for me to host an event like this, because I do know what it’s like to be truly in need, down and out and need shelter/food,” Jan Marie said.
“There was a time when the Agape Shelter was there for my family, so I want to be there for them. And Manheim has always been home for our tattoo shop, so of course we take care of that community.”
At the party, people brought food for the drive and also
With some of the prizes from the Designer Purse Bingo are (from left) Shayna Sharp, Michelle Sheirer, Laura Bower, Ruth Ann Martin and Susan Ford.
Bridge of Hope Lancaster Receives Award
Receiving the award for Bridge of Hope Lancaster are (from left) Lisa Mohler, assistant program director; Caitlyn Mellinger, neighborhood resource specialist; Jessica Sisemore, program director; and Caleb Simmers, church engagement and housing director.
Bridge of Hope Lancaster was recently honored with the Division I Top Benchmark Award during the Bridge of Hope National Annual Conference, held Oct. 1 to 3 in Lancaster. The award recognizes Bridge of Hope Lancaster’s achievement in meeting or exceeding Bridge of Hope benchmarks, which aid in ending family homelessness
See Bridge of Hope pg 9
Philly Pretzel Factory soft pretzels, chips, baked goods from Amy’s Mixing Bowl and drinks.”
All of the bingo games will be played for purse prizes, including Coach, Michael Kors and Kate Spade purses.
“The event is a funfilled day where people can spend time with their friends while supporting their community,” Sharp commented. “We have many large friend groups who come each year because of what a great time they have. We have a variety of quality purse options and (giveaway) items to hopefully meet everyone’s interest.”
While the event provides a fun afternoon out, it also gives back.
“One hundred percent of everything we raise will go back into the Manheim community,” Sharp said. “In 2025, due to this event doing so well, we were able to give $15,000 in community grants to 21 different applicants. Each year we also award $8,000 in scholarships to senior girls at Manheim Central High School.”
Additionally, the club provides Christmas gifts for more than 30 children within the school district.
“We would not be able to do everything we are able to do without the success of fundraising events like this bingo,” Sharp remarked.
She noted that the event’s success can be credited to numerous supporters.
“I suggested that we try this event originally because bingos were something my mom and I enjoyed going to,” she said. “I would have never imagined how successful this event would be for our organization. This event is truly only successful because of all of the amazing businesses and community members who sponsor purses and/ or donate (giveaway) items. We have been so fortunate to receive the level of community support that we do each year.”
Among the businesses providing sponsorships this year are Buchmoyer Electric LLC, Witman Auctioneers, CPRS Physical Therapy and Buch Funeral Homes.
“We have also received (giveaway) donations from Grocery Outlet, Molly’s Convenience, China One, Harrington Hoists Inc, Laserdome, Manheim Twin Kiss, Tony’s Mining Company and Tiny Town,” Sharp said.
Students from the Interact Club from Manheim Central High School have also been helping with the event for many years, and the club members appreciate the help.
Sharp emphasized the mission of the Women’s Club of Manheim is to serve.
“If you are a woman and are interested in giving back to the Manheim community, then the Women’s Club is a great option for you,” she said. “We have a variety of activities to get involved in, but most importantly, everything we do gives back to our community. Our main fundraisers include our mac and cheese stand at the Manheim Farm Show, our homemade Christmas cookie sale and the Designer Purse Bingo.”
Anyone interested in joining the club may contact the membership chair, Karen Lewis, at klewis1835@yahoo.com.
Nonprofit organizations serving the Manheim community are invited to apply for grants of up to $1,000 awarded by the club. To request an application, email to wcmanheimgrants@ gmail.com.
The club will also award $2,000 each to four senior girls at Manheim Central who are interested in continuing their education after high school. Interested senior girls can get the application in the high school guidance office or request the application by sending an email to womensclubeducation @gmail.com.
Donations and sponsorships are still being accepted for the purse bingo. Any business or individual interested in donating or sponsoring may contact Sharp at shaynaesharp @gmail.com.
To purchase tickets for the Designer Purse Bingo, visit https://womens -club-of-manheim.square
Tickets will go
Giant Gives to Local Hunger Relief Efforts
In celebration of Giving Tuesday, the Giant Company recently announced that it donated $60,000 to local Salvation Army Corps and provided 3,000 hams to area hunger relief organizations.
The Giant Company is supporting the Salvation Army’s holiday hunger relief programs by donating $5,000 to 12 Salvation Army locations for a total donation of $60,000. Recipient Salvation Army locations include Boyertown, Carlisle, Chambersburg, East Stroudsburg, Harrisburg, Lancaster, Lebanon, Levittown, Norristown, Philadelphia, and Sunbury in Pennsylvania, as well as the Winchester, Va. location.
In addition, to ensure families have a centerpiece dish at their holiday table, the Giant Company is donating 3,000 hams to 20 food banks and pantries across its operating area this month, including the following local hunger relief partners: Central Pennsylvania Food Bank, Harrisburg; Chester County Food Bank, Exton; Helping Harvest Food Bank, Reading; and
Lancaster County Food Hub, Lancaster. Customers can also join the Giant Company to make a difference this holiday season. Through Wednesday, Dec. 24, customers at any Giant, Martin or Giant Heirloom Market store can donate free ham certificates at the register in-store to a local food bank. In addition, customers can round up their purchases to the nearest dollar at checkout to benefit their local hunger relief organization.
First Sunday after Christmas, Dec. 28th
Giving Back Is Part of Patrick Trimble’s DNA
BY JEFF FALK
When it begins at home, generosity is a learned behavior.
In some ways, Patrick Trimble’s story reflects the overall generosity of Lancaster County residents. But it also possesses the power to inspire others and create social awareness.
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7:00pm Family Service
9:00pm Holy Communion
“My parents were a tremendous influence on me,” said Trimble. “My parents weren’t people of means, but they did the right things. They taught me how to do the right things. They were simple, hard-working people who raised six children. The value system they instilled in me has helped form who I am today.”
Who Trimble is is an altruist. Over the last few years, the 65-yearold resident of Manheim Township has donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to local charitable causes. But to no Lancaster County nonprofit has he donated more money than Aaron’s Acres.
“I’m a Christian. I believe in God,” said Trimble, who works as a Realtor for Berkshire Hathaway in Lancaster. “Maybe that’s a part of it. I don’t think of it as ‘It’s not mine.’ I look at it as ‘I have it, and I want to give back.’”
has donated more than $250,000 of his earnings to Aaron’s Acres over the last 13 years. In addition, Trimble has participated in fundraisers in support of Aaron’s Acres, a nonprofit located at 1861 Charter Lane, Suite 114, Lancaster, that assists families with disabilities through recreational activities like summer camps.
“The work they do with the kids is fantastic,” said Trimble. “These kids have disabilities, and (Aaron’s Acres) runs summer camps. The kids are there, they’re playing and it’s heart-warming. They’re assisting the kids, but they’re also supporting the parents. Some of these parents never get a break. (Aaron’s Acres is) expanding their programs, and they’re giving something to kids and parents. I have friends who have kids with disabilities, so I see the other side of it. I know the money is being used wisely, I like that it’s a local organization and that it’s flowing to an end result.”
A Christmas Table Open to All
BY CAT SHANNON
The members of Cross Roads Church have a message for the community. “You don’t have to be alone on Christmas,” said Clare Funck. “Come and fellowship with us.”
Funck is one of the many volunteers who invite people to a free Christmas meal on Thursday, Dec. 25, at the church, 800 Donegal Springs Road, Mount Joy. The meal is available for dine-in and will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
meal on Christmas Eve. The first meal was held on Dec. 24, with about 50 people attending.
The next year, Joe pushed for a Christmas Day meal, noting that it was important to him to have the meal on the holiday.
“It’s been that way ever since,” he said. “We’ve never had an issue with volunteers. In fact, we’ve even had to turn some volunteers away, because we had enough.”
The menu will feature all of the traditional holiday fare - turkey, stuffing, gourmet potatoes, green beans and a variety of desserts. Everything is donated and prepared by volunteers.
Although volunteers start as early as 6 a.m. and the day does not conclude until late afternoon, it’s become a tradition at the church, Joe said.
Humble, unassuming and empathetic, Trimble
Trimble initially became better acquainted with Aaron’s Acres’ mission through a fundraising golf outing in 2012. To help Aaron’s Acres, Trimble began pledging $100 donations to the organization for every home he sold, and then he padded See DNA pg 8
“The original purpose of this meal was for our community to enjoy fellowship on Christmas,” he said, noting that his family, including his wife, Ruth, have also helped with the event since the start. “It’s about sharing Christ’s love on such a special day.”
“When you come in the door, you’ll be greeted by a church member who will welcome you in,” said Kendric Bert, who is chairing the event. “You’ll go into the gym, and we’ll seat you for the meal.”
As Funck explained, people will be seated with others to encourage camaraderie.
He’s also noticed that the meal has connected people far beyond a one-time experience.
“We try to fill the tables up,” she said. “That way, everyone has some fellowship. That’s really the goal of this meal, to encourage fellowship.”
Church member Joe McFarland originated the meal almost 30 years ago.
“There were a lot of places that did Thanksgiving meals, but at the time, there was nobody that had Christmas meals,” he recalled. “It’s such a special day, and there should be something for people who might be alone.”
He took the idea to the church members, who worried he’d have trouble finding volunteers on Christmas Day and instead encouraged him to hold the
“It’s about building relationships,” he said. “We have people that come back year after year after year. We look forward to seeing each other every year. That’s the neat part.”
For Bert, the meal provides an opportunity to bless others while counting his own blessings.
“It makes me thankful for what I do have,” he said. “I do have family that’s close and can have a meal, but there are people that can’t do that, so this is a way to give back.”
Funck has participated as a volunteer for more than 20 years.
“I moved from New York, and my family was not in PA,” she said. “Joe approached me and asked if I’d like to
Inviting people to a free Christmas Day meal at Cross Roads Church are (from left) Kendric Bert, Clare Funck and Joe McFarland. Photo by Cat Shannon
“We are pouring concrete now, and then we’ll start our construction in January,” Dienner said. “We are doing everything carefully and slowly. We’re not going to officially open the space until Aug. 1. We need time to raise funds for it, since we’re a nonprofit.”
She estimates the cost of the project to be about $800,000.
To help fund the build, Cavod will kick off an expansion campaign toward the end of January.
“We are really excited about this,” Dienner said of the expansion. “We are bursting at the seams now in our space there.”
Cavod began in New Holland in 2004. For years, Dienner had considered expanding to a second location in Manheim.
From 2021 to 2023, Cavod’s Manheim home was in Supply, located on South Oak Street.
“We rented one studio there and used the common space,” Dienner said. “They invited us in and really opened the doors for us.”
Although she loved the space, she needed more room for her ever-expanding roster of students.
One day, a construction detour took her to New Holland past the shopping center in Manheim where Cavod’s second location now stands.
“There was a sign that said, ‘For rent,’ so I pulled into the parking lot, and I thought, ‘This would be perfect,’” Dienner recalled of the gravel lot. “It was a God moment.”
Cavod built a new studio space on the site and opened in 2023.
Soon, however, Dienner realized the nonprofit could use even more room for its programs, which include classes in dance, theater, acrobatics and music.
“We are going to have two private lesson rooms in the new space, as well
as a playroom for the kids, which we’re modeling on and expanding on what we have in New Holland,” she said. “When siblings are taking classes, parents can hang out with their other children in the playroom.”
The new site will also feature a large, professional dance studio for classes as well as another studio space set up blackbox-theater style, with seating for 120 people.
“We’re putting seating on three sides for that space,” Dienner said, noting that the seating is movable so the space can be converted to any layout needed. “We’ll have professional sound and lighting, and we’ll be able to do things like cabarets, piano recitals, one-act plays. We’re planning on making it available for the community to rent out as well.”
During the week, the black box space will be used as a studio for acrobatics classes.
The expansion will also feature a separate entrance with a foyer as well as additional restrooms.
Between both locations, Cavod provides 120 classes a week for 1,300 students from age 3 through adult.
“We have really good teachers that truly care,” Dienner said. “We offer a safe space for the community in a godly environment. We are Christ-centered, but everyone is welcome.”
Over the 20 years that she’s been directing Cavod, Dienner noted she’s always impressed by how her organization has been embraced by the community and by the connections her students and families make with each other.
“This is a family,” she said. “Cavod is a community.”
For more information on Cavod, visit https:// cavod.org.
PennDOT Provides Tips for Wintry Weather
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) recently offered ways the public can prepare for the winter season. Members of the public can access travel information on nearly 40,000 state-maintained roadway miles year-round at www.511PA.com, and during the winter, they can find plow-truck locations and details of when state-maintained roadways were last plowed. The information is provided via PennDOT’s Automated Vehicle Location technology, which uses units in the department-owned and rented plow trucks to send a cellular signal showing a truck’s location.
To help the public prepare for the season and share information about winter services, PennDOT offers operational information and traveler resources at www.pa.gov/agencies/ penndot/traveling-in-pa/ winter. The site also has a complete winter guide with
Ephrata Cloister to Offer Lantern Tours
Historic Ephrata Cloister will host its annual Lantern Tours on Fridays, Dec. 26 and Jan. 2, and Saturdays, Dec. 27 and Jan. 3. Tours, led by the Cloister’s Student Historians, will run every half hour beginning at 6 p.m. Each tour will last approximately 45 minutes to an hour and is limited to 25 participants.
This year’s experience, “1777: When War Came to Ephrata,” will explore the winter when Ephrata’s peaceful community was
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Wednesday, December 24 • 7:00 P.M.
as well as a candle
service. Any questions or for more information, call Mike J. Hess (717) 305-8767
detailed information about winter services in each of PennDOT’s 11 engineering districts.
Motorists should prepare for potential wintry weather by ensuring they have supplies in their cars before heading out, including food, water, blankets, extra gloves and hats, a cellphone charger, hand or foot warmers, a windshield brush and scraper, and any specialized items like medications or baby and pet supplies.
If motorists encounter snow- or ice-covered roads, they should slow down, increase their following distance, and avoid distractions.
work, based on a hymn tune by the late Nevin W. Fisher, long-time Music professor and Chairman, Department of Music Elizabethtown College
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help on Christmas Day, and with no family in the area, I felt like it was serving me as much as I was serving them. And that’s what Christmas is all about - helping others.”
While there is no charge for the meal, people may bring an item to donate to the Mount Joy Food Bank if they would like to, Joe said.
“There is no obligation to do that. This meal is our gift
to the community,” he said. “We want to tell people, ‘Come join us on Christmas. Don’t stay home.’” Reservations are requested but not required for the meal. To make a reservation, visit https:// crossroadsbic.com/ christmas. Takeout meals may be available under special circumstances. To arrange for takeout, call the church at 717-653-1616.
CHIQUES METHODIST CHURCH:
1215 E. Main St., Mount Joy. Doug Paglia, Pastor. Worship Service at 9-10 am Children’s Sunday School: 9-10 am. Refreshments & Fellowship: 10-10:30 am. Adult Sunday School at 10:30-11:30 am. Nursery Provided, Handicapped Accessible. For more information, call: 717-653-5175.
COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH: welcomes you to Love God, Love Others, and Reach Out with us! Join us for worship on Sundays at 8:00, 9:30, or 11:00 a.m. We’re located at 331 Anderson Ferry Road in Marietta (off Rt 441 on Rt 772). Learn more 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-7:30pm 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: 656 W. 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 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.
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH:
505 Woodcrest Ave., Lititz
Ph:717-626-5580
Rev. Stephen D. Weitzel
Confessions: Sat. 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm and anytime on request Daily Masses: Tues.-Fri. 9 am Saturday Vigil Mass: 4 pm Sunday Masses: 8:30 am & 10:30 am www.stjameslititz.org for livestream Masses
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 Joshua Freeland (717) 575-0292.
TRINITY EC CHURCH
48 Market Sq., Manheim Sunday School 9:15am/Worship 10:25am Livestream www.trinitymanheim.com 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!””
WATER'S EDGE MINISTRIES: Learn and grow in your relationship with God at WEM. Come visit our service and join us in fellowship immediately following. We meet at 15 S. Wolf St, Manheim on Saturdays at 6:00 pm and Wednesdays at 6:30 PM. (watersedgemin.com) Hope to see you there!
WAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 600 Stony Battery Rd., Landisville (near Hempfield High School). Rev. Dr. Stephen P. Fritz, Pastor. Sunday morning Worship with Nursery: 9am Traditional, 10am Fellowship, 10:30am Contemporary with Children & Youth classes. www.waysidepc.org or call: (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).
Please Note: Updates can be made to your church’s listing for 1st issue date of each month only. (Changes must be submitted by the previous Wednesday.) For More Information On Church Listings And Rates, Call Justin at 717-492-2533
A Women’s Concern Receives Ultrasound Machine
A Woman’s Concern (AWC) recently received a new ultrasound machine, made possible through the generosity of the Knights of Columbus and the support of many donors. The fundraising campaign surpassed its goal, enabling AWC to also secure an extended warranty for the piece of equipment.
The Knights of Columbus provided the center’s first ultrasound machine in Pennsylvania 25 years ago.
Jill Hartman, executive director of AWC, empha -
sized that ultrasound technology plays an essential role in supporting women’s health. The new machine strengthens AWC’s mission to support both mothers and fathers facing unplanned pregnancies at no cost to them.
The organization’s men’s program complements this effort by reaching fathers, who often play a key role in pregnancy decisions.
A celebration and blessing of the ultrasound machine was held on Sept. 29.
those donation with even more of his funds.
At the beginning, Trimble’s intention wasn’t to donate a quarter of a million dollars to Aaron’s Acres; it just sort of accumulated that way.
“If we had a good year, I’d donate a little more,” said Trimble. “Each year we’d donate money. Over the first few years, I really didn’t really pay too much attention to it. Then it kind of became, ‘Let’s see if we can do a little better than last year.’ It’s kind of evolved. We didn’t start with a specific goal.”
tions best when more are giving back than taking. This is my way to give back to society and Lancaster County.”
As time has passed and Trimble has evolved as a person, it might be that his priorities have changed right along with his perspective. Maybe he sees things in a different light now.
“There’s no doubt about that,” said Trimble. “When you’re younger, you have a few more bills. Now I have more breathing room, and I’ve become more generous.”
In his role as a Realtor, Trimble receives a lot of requests from local schools, churches and organizations to donate money or to support fundraisers. His contributions can also serve as business marketing or as a way to promote goodwill in the community.
“I’m successful, and I want to give back,” said Trimble. “My father always told me that society func-
Aaron’s Acres was first founded in 1998 as a summer camp to provide recreational opportunities for families with disabled children. Since then, the organization has expanded its services and activities to include yearround programming and include young adults with disabilities.
For additional information, go to https://aarons acres.org.
The Trust to Host
“The Pettets Christmas”
The Trust Performing Arts Center, 37 N. Market St., Lancaster, will host “The Pettets Christmas” on Saturday, Dec. 20, at 7 p.m.
During the concert, the Pettet family will present special arrangements of Christmas favorites and invite concertgoers to join the performers in song.
Selections will include “Silver Bells,” “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Mele Kalikimaka,”
“Feliz Navidad,” “Away in a Manger,” “Silent Night,” and “White Christmas.”
Representing three gen -
erations, Denise, Ashley, and Todd Pettet have distinguished careers that brought them to Broadway, film, radio, television, the White House, and national stages. Their collaborations are featured in concert series, tours, corporate and private events, and both mainstream and digital media outlets. The Pettets work with companies, nonprofits, military and veterans organizations, and charitable and civic organizations.
To purchase tickets, visit www.lbc.edu/events or www.lancastertrust.com.
Patrick Trimble (left) and executive director Risa Paskoff display the commemorative check that represents Trimble’s accumulative donations to Aaron’s Acres over the last 13 years.
Celebrating the new ultrasound machine are (from left) Michael Thornton, board president of A Woman’s Concern (AWC); Brian Smith, state treasurer of Knights of Columbus; Fr. Lawrence W. Sherdel, Knights chaplain; Jill Hartman, executive director of AWC; Jack Rosati, state program director of Knights; and Bill Childs, district deputy of Knights.
enjoyed walking tacos, played games and entered for a chance to win prizes, including gift cards. Part of the tradition includes having guests sign a T-shirt, Jan Marie said.
“Every signature on this shirt is a part of Cabal’s Lair’s journey,” she noted, “We really appreciate the community’s support.”
Cabal’s Lair - named for Chris’ childhood pet scorpion - offers tattoos and piercings and showcases the couple’s creative talents. The name also reflects its partnership, as “cabal” describes a collective of artists, perfectly matching the work the high school sweethearts do together.
Jan Marie noted that the party was a lot of fun, but the reaction from the pantry and shelter staff to the donations was even better.
“When we started unloading the truck, I told them we had a cart full of bananas, and they immediately took them inside to the patrons, because it was a needed item,” she said. “There was $180 in cash donated, which I used to buy the bananas, 20 bags of apples and eight bags of oranges.”
Jan Marie said she’s overwhelmed - but not surprised - by the community’s response to the food drive.
“I think we get a big response because it’s a tradition that people have
really enjoyed becoming a part of,” she said. “Our clients are very dedicated and loyal. They want to succeed
with us as well as see us succeed. So, I think that’s why it’s become a big part of our community relationship.”
Bridge of Hope
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through Bridge of Hope. The Lancaster branch excelled in both family and Neighboring Volunteer experiences; 100% of families reported experiencing care, friendship, or helpful connections with their Neighboring Volunteers, and 100% of Neighboring Volunteers reported an increased understanding of family homelessness, provided tangible and practical support to the family they neighbored, or developed a positive relationship with the family. These benchmark achievements exemplify this year’s Bridge of Hope National Conference theme: “Fostering Community Through Connection.”
Bridge of Hope is a national network of 20 locations across 12 states, with a mission to engage Christian faith communities in ending family homelessness through neighboring relationships that demonstrate Christ’s love. The annual conference brings together staff and board members from across the network to connect, gain innovative strategies, and celebrate the achievements made in their collective work to end family homelessness. For more information about Bridge of Hope Lancaster, visit https:// lancaster.bridgeofhope inc.org/.
Tours
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transformed into a military hospital during the Revolutionary War. Participants will follow a guide through several historic buildings, meeting various characters portrayed by the Student Historians and adult volunteers.
Space is limited. Tickets must be purchased in advance; no tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets are available at www.storepatrailsof history.com/2/#/Admis sion or in person at the Visitor Center.
Children age 2 and under will receive free admission, and discounts are available for seniors and youths.
For more information, visit www.ephrata cloister.org.
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Jan Marie Blouch with some of the food donations
Jan Marie Blouch (front, right) and Chris Blouch (back, right) with partygoers and the T-shirt people sign at the annual party
Students Invited To Enter Contest
Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful has announced the Litter Hawk Youth Award Program, a recognition program for students in kindergarten through sixth grade. Kids will complete a project specific to their grade level. They may participate individually or as part of a lesson initiated by schools, homeschooling programs, Scout troops, 4-H clubs, environmental clubs, or other groups.
The Litter Hawk Youth Award Program is a way for kids to share their hope, optimism, and concerns about litter and inspire others to care for their communities. This year’s theme is “Celebrate America250 - Keep It Beautiful!” in support of the country’s 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026.
Students in kindergarten through fourth grade will make a poster, those in fifth grade will write an essay, and those in sixth grade will make a video. The deadline for participating is Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026.
The first- and secondplace winners in each grade level will be awarded certificates. All participants will receive recognition of participation with a Litter Hawk sticker.
Winners will be announced on Saturday, April 2, 2026, in coordination with an awards ceremony at the Pennsylvania State Capitol, where all winning entries will be on display as part of the 2026 Litter Hawk Youth Award exhibit. All winners and their families, guardians, and teachers are welcome to attend. Special guests will include representatives from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and America250PA.
The Litter Hawk Youth Award Program is funded by the Pennsylvania DEP. For more information, visit www.keeppabeautiful.org/ grants-awards/awards/ litter-hawk/. Additional questions can be answered by contacting Stephanie Larson at slarson@keeppa beautiful.org or 724-8364121, ext. 104.
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HARTZ Physical Therapy (PT) recently presented a check for $17,000 to Milagro House, a local nonprofit that provides safe housing and supportive services to women and children in crisis.
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