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Farm Markets Go To Green (Phase) By Ann Mead Ash
Because they provide food, farm markets were considered essential businesses when businesses were closed under COVID-19 restrictions, but that does not mean that the organizations
were not affected by changes in shopping patterns in the economy that resulted from the shutdown. “The pandemic has changed the typical summer landscape for many, and that includes our local farmers and small businesses,” said Dani Decker, manager of
communications for Lancaster’s Central Market Trust. Located at 23 N. Market St., Lancaster, the local icon remained open throughout the coronavirus pandemic. “ We have been actively providing updates to the community online on See Farm Markets pg 4
Local vegetables and fruits line the shelves of Harvest Lane Farm Market (far left and far right photos). Alana Burkholder (left in center photo) and Hunter Rohrer display seasonal items sold at Brook Lawn Farm Market. Farm markets have taken steps to keep customers safe in the green phase.
MHALC Offers CMAP By Ann Mead Ash
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During the COVID-19 shutdown, the Steinman Foundation wanted to respond to the needs of the community.
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Coin Auction Will Support MCC By Ann Mead Ash
The Pennsylvania Relief Sale, which supports the work of Mennonite Central Committee (MCC), is an institution in the state. Held yearly at the Pennsylvania Farm Show building in Harrisburg, the event has been known to feature close to 400 handcrafted quilts, wall hangings, and comforters, along with opportunities to shop for handmade items and gifts and to bid on unique items during the Country Auction, Silent Auction, and Children’s Auction. The event is also known for homemade food and family-friendly activities. This year, however, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the auction was canceled. Steven Stoltzfus of Leola, who has long been involved with the relief sale, along with a group of See Coin Auction pg 2
Making Masks For Those Who Read Lips
One way the organization chose to do that was to focus on mental health, with a goal of making sure community residents felt supported in unprecedented times. The foundation reached out to Mental Health America of Lancaster County (MHALC) to bring a Community Mental Health Assistance Plan (CMAP) to local workers. “They partnered with us because we had relationships with service providers and we’re able to support individuals beyond the project,” said Kim McDevitt, executive director of MHALC. MHALC turned to Philhaven/WellSpan as a consultant. “WellSpan runs an Employee Assistance Program (EAP),” explained McDevitt, who added that the organization See MHALC pg 5
Essential workers in Lancaster County who are struggling with the emotional effects of COVID-19 may be eligible for a new program that provides three free sessions with a therapist. The program is funded by the Steinman Foundation and administered by Mental Health America of Lancaster County.
By Ann Mead Ash
When COVID-19 restrictions meant that Elizabeth Martin of Gap, a student in Janice Beitzel’s Lancaster-Lebanon IU13 deaf and hard of hearing class located at Warwick High School, was no longer being bused to Lititz from Pequea Valley School District each weekday, she grew a little bored. Although distance learning began in April, by the end of that month, Elizabeth was looking for more activity, specifically activity that allowed her to make a contribution. “I normally sew or crochet,” said Elizabeth. “Since (the virus) was happening, I thought I should help (in some way). I started making the regular masks.” Using her grandmother Betty Risser’s sewing machine, Elizabeth could See Making Masks pg 2 Elizabeth Martin models one of the masks she makes for those who read lips. Elizabeth, who is a student in the IU13 deaf and hard of hearing class that meets at Warwick High School, was inspired by her teacher to make the masks.
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