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Dutchland Derby Rollers put new spin on old favorite

BY JEFF FALK

Partsport, part entertainment, roller derby is a pursuit like few others. With all due respect to its popular past, a group of local women have resurrected roller derby in Manheim Township and have firmly placed their own updated stamp on it.

They call themselves the Dutchland Derby Rollers. And they play their home bouts at the Overlook Activities Center’s roller skating rink, 301 Golf Drive, Lancaster.

For spectators and participants alike, it’s about as much fun as anyone can have on roller skates.

“It is a sport, but just like any other sport, there’s a level of entertainment to it,” said Miranda Boyd, a Roller who also serves as the marketing director for the team. “It’s physically demanding and wildly entertaining.”

“People will say, ‘I saw this in

the ’60s and ’70s when it was on TV,’” Boyd continued. “They have a concept of what it is, but they don’t know it exists, that it’s still happening, that it’s still a lively sport.”

An organization of about 30 mainly Lancaster County residents, the Dutchland Derby Rollers compete in eight bouts a year against similar teams from the Northeast region of the country. Games are played by five players from each team on the rink or track at one time - a jammer and four blockers.

Points are scored for each time a jammer laps an opposing blocker. Roller derby allows for a certain degree of physical contact, but rulebreakers are relegated to a penalty box, providing opponents with a strategic advantage on the track.

“It’s huge, and the sport is definitely in a revival period in Lancaster,” said Boyd. “We’re seeing a lot of new See Dutchland Rollers pg 4

Turning houses into homes

BY CATHY MOLITORIS

“This isn’t a handout,” said Amanda Reilly-Sokoli, executive director of the Pennsylvania Furniture Mission. “It’s a hand up. Our goal is to fill a hole and a need in the community. We work with existing organizations, and we support the whole family.”

Pennsylvania Furniture Mission opened in June in a warehouse off of Chestnut Street in Columbia.

“We provide a full household of furniture to people who need it,” said Pashk Sokoli, chief operating

Stauffer Park provides residents with multiple recreational choices

officer and Amanda’s husband.

“People get to choose what they want. We have couches, tables, chairs, dressers, mattresses, beds, lamps, small appliances. We give them the dignity of choice. Our goal is to convert a house into a home.”

Although the 501(c)(3) organization is new to the region, its operating concept is well-established.

Prior to relocating to central Pennsylvania, Pashk served as director of operations for the Chicago Furniture Bank, the largest furniture bank in the nation.

An Albanian immigrant, he grew See Houses into homes pg 2

BY JEFF FALK

The purpose of a public park is to ...

A. Create recreational opportunities for citizens.

B. Provide practice and participation facilities for local athletic teams.

C. Host and maintain historically significant structures.

When the park in question is Stauffer Park, the answer is D. All of the above.

With its long history, flexibility and convenience, Stauffer Park plays an important role in the See Stauffer Park pg 3

One of the keys to the Dutchland Derby Rollers’ success is working as a team.

Tennis is one of many activities enjoyed by visitors to Stauffer Park.

“We love what we do. It gives a lot of us a feeling of confidence and it gives us a sense of community.”

up in a family that at times experienced homelessness. He met Berks Countynative Amanda when she was doing mission work in Albania, and they ultimately decided to launch their own furniture mission in Amanda’s home state.

“We wanted to work in a place where the help was most needed,” Pashk said, of the decision to start the organization in Columbia. From its warehouse, the Pennsylvania Furniture Mission can serve clients in five counties - Lancaster, York, Dauphin, Lebanon and Berks.

The organization relies on donations for its inventory, accepting gently used furniture from individuals as well as from companies and organizations who are closing or transitioning to new items.

“We have standards for the furniture we accept,” Pashk said. “We won’t take anything with stains, rips

or tears. If we don’t think we can use it in our home, we don’t take it.”

All items are thoroughly cleaned with high-grade sanitizer, and many pieces are refurbished or refinished at the warehouse before they go out to a client’s home.

Pennsylvania Furniture Mission clients are referred to the organization by various community nonprofit organizations. Clients are able to come in person to shop for furniture in the warehouse, or they can set up a virtual appointment.

The organization delivers the furniture to the client’s home, and Amanda and Pashk recently took out a loan to purchase a 16-foot box truck for deliveries, which is saving them time and money now that they don’t have to rent delivery trucks. They are looking for sponsors to help offset the cost of the new truck, and sponsors will be able to

place a sticker with their logo on the truck.

So far, both Amanda and Pashk are volunteering in their positions with the Pennsylvania Furniture Mission. Their goal is to be able to not only provide employment for people to drive the delivery truck and help with deliveries, but also earn a salary themselves.

For now, however, they are content with the strides they’ve made in a short

LBC plans homecoming and golf tournament

Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School (LBC), 901 Eden Road, Lancaster, will host its Homecoming and Family Weekend on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 29 and 30. The event will help to kick off LBC’s yearlong 90th anniversary celebration.

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“We believe in empowering people,” Amanda said, noting that their clientele includes anyone experiencing financial hardship, including people coming out of homelessness or incarceration. “Our goal is to get them established for future success.”

For more information on Pennsylvania Furniture Mission, visit https:// pennsylvaniafurniture mission.org.

Tent revival posted

The Exodus by Timothy Dixon Ministries will be presented from Friday, Oct. 6, through Friday, Oct. 13, at 275 Shultz Road, Lancaster. The tent revival will begin at 7 p.m. each weeknight, with a daylong event scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 7 and 8.

Admission is free and all are welcome. To register, visit www.timothyvdixonministry .org/events. Participants are asked to list the nights that they plan to attend upon submitting their registration. For additional information, contact angelazionassembly@ gmail.com.

The festivities will start in the evening on Sept. 29 with athletic events, food and fireworks. On Sept. 30, attendees may return to the campus for LBC’s first-ever car show, activities for kids, athletic events, food trucks, the crowning of the 2023 homecoming king and queen and arts and culture events. Additionally, classes whose graduation years end in 3 and 8 will hold reunions.

There is no admission fee. For more details, visit www.lbc.edu/alumni/home coming/, call 717-560-8206 or email alumni@lbc.edu.

LBC has also planned the

2023 Charger Challenge Golf Tournament, which was rescheduled from a date in June. The event will take place on Monday, Oct. 9, at Bent Creek Country Club, 620 Bent Creek Drive, Lititz. It will begin with registration at 10:30 a.m., followed by lunch at 11 a.m. The scramble-style tournament will begin with a shotgun start at noon.

Proceeds from this event will benefit LBC’s Community Scholarship Fund. With a 2023 fundraising goal of nearly $2 million, the Community Scholarship Fund aids in providing funding to students to help make their educational dreams possible.

The Charger Challenge will include meals and snacks throughout the day, as well as both tournament and door prizes. To register by Monday, Oct. 2, or for sponsorship details, visit www.lbc.edu/ golf.

MTEF announces fall grant deadline

The Manheim Township Educational Foundation (MTEF) supports grants for innovative educational programs that benefit Manheim Township students. Educators, staff members, student groups and PTOs can apply for grants.

Grant proposals include a wide variety of projects intended to enhance the curriculum or learning environment. In the 2022-23 school year, 24 grants were awarded, ranging from $200 to $20,000

and totaling more than $128,000.

For guidelines and to complete an application, visit www.mtef.net/grants/generalgrants. Grant applications must be submitted by Wednesday, Oct 4.

In addition, Student Impact Grants up to $1,000 are available. Applications may be submitted at any time during the school year. Learn more at www.mtef.net/grants/ student-impact-grants.

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Stauffer Park

health and well-being of residents of Manheim Township. In other words, it makes the locale a better place to live.

“We live in an age of technology,” said Manheim Township recreation director Matt Stopa. “Having any opportunity to get outside is a positive. We want to make parks available for community use. You can walk here. You can bike here.”

Located at 1241 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, Stauffer Park is Manheim Township’s signature park, according to the township’s website. The 18-acre park is home to four tennis courts, three basketball courts, a volleyball court, a soccer field, a lighted softball field, lighted walking/biking paths, playgrounds, formal gardens and trees.

Stauffer Park also hosts Stauffer Mansion, which the Manheim Township Parks and Recreation Department utilizes as its main office; a restored carriage house; a caretaker’s house;

and even a designated pet cemetery. A variety of regular events are held at Stauffer Park each year.

“That area is a pretty highdensity area,” said Nick Gard, who sits on the Stauffer Park board of trustees. “It’s a nice park, it’s an oasis where people can enjoy outdoor activities. The public really has a great location there. It’s a quiet space for people to enjoy.”

“It borders the city, and you’re getting a variety of people using it,” said Stopa. “Some just want to know the history and walk around. I think we’re going to get a lot more usage out of the park in the future.”

Stauffer Park is one of 13 parks maintained by Manheim Township, but it is the only one governed by a board of trustees.

“What’s interesting about this park is its history,” said Stopa. “It definitely complements the other parks in our system. Overall, we try to hold

our parks to a high standard. We’re always looking at how to improve them.”

“It’s hard to replicate what’s there,” said Gard, referring to the historical significance of the buildings on the grounds. “We want to keep all the buildings there in good working condition. We continue to look forward to what’s next, but these old buildings are tough to keep in good repair.”

Upon her death in July of 1975, Elizabeth Ludgate’s will directed that her then $2 million estate be donated to the residents of Manheim Township for use as a public park and that it be named in honor of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. B. Grant Stauffer. Formed in 1969, the Manheim Township Parks and Recreation Department moved its main offices into Stauffer

Circle Legacy Center begins Native American program series

BY ADRIAN ESCHENWALD

For the first time in more than three years, Circle Legacy Center is offering a series of programs on the second Friday of every month. The goal of the series is to educate the community on the culture, history and traditions of Native Americans, as well as to raise awareness of modern issues. Each program will be hosted from 6 to 9 p.m. at Community Mennonite Church of Lancaster, 328 W. Orange St., and participants are encouraged to bring a food item to share during a potluck dinner. Utensils, plates and cups will be provided.

Each program will highlight a different topic that pertains to Native American communities. The series kicked off with a meeting on Sept. 8 to welcome new participants and returning members, and Circle Legacy Center shared updates about its upcoming projects and plans for the remainder of the year. The organization also provided information on Every Child Matters, a movement that seeks to raise awareness of the abuse of Native American children in residential schools. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also referred to as Orange Shirt Day, will be observed on Saturday, Sept. 30. Every year, observers of the holiday don orange clothing to represent the forced assimilation of indigenous peoples.

On Oct. 13, Circle Legacy Center will discuss Indigenous Peoples Day, which is observed by many communities on Oct. 9 instead of Columbus Day. The meeting will feature a presentation on past and present Native American groups in Lancaster. Circle Legacy Center’s program on Nov. 10 will offer Native American dishes for participants to enjoy as they discuss current economic, social and health issues of indigenous people. The meeting will also include a discussion on National Native American Heritage Month, which is annually designated as the month of November. On Dec. 8, Circle Legacy Center will host guest speaker Dave Costarella, who will share information on his project to help people experiencing homelessness in Lancaster city.

Circle Legacy Center was founded in 2007 by Victoria Valentine of Millersville, who also serves as the organization’s executive director. “I started out as an environmentalist, and

Mansion in 1976.

“Who knows what Elizabeth was thinking in the ’70s?” said Gard. “Maybe she had this foresight. She was big on outdoor activity, and she wanted it to be used as a park. I think its purpose is consistent with that. We’ve got to honor that.”

For additional information on Stauffer Park, go to www.manheimtownship.org/ 1241/Stauffer-Park.

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I was always interested in Native American culture,” Valentine said. “As I learned more about it, I had a vision to make a bridge between the community and the Native American people, not only to educate people but to raise awareness of their needs.”

Although Circle Legacy Center has no physical headquarters, it remains actively involved with various local organizations. The nonprofit frequently participates in events at Blue Rock Heritage Center in Washington Boro and the Conestoga Area Historical Society. Some Circle Legacy Center board members are also active in similar groups such as the Carlisle Indian School Project, another nonprofit based in Conestoga. The project aims to build a heritage center and museum near the site of the original boarding school in Carlisle.

For more information, search for “Circle Legacy Center” on Facebook.

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Dutchland Rollers

players joining roller derby. A lot of us are newer to the sport. I think in general this sport continues to evolve.”

The members of the Dutchland Derby Rollers weren’t around during the sport’s heyday in the 1970s, when it was aired on television. Back then, part of roller derby’s entertainment value was linked to the drama and story lines surrounding the actual playing of bouts, as well as some of the players’ colorful pseudonyms.

Through their contrived names like Reaper Cussions, Bangarang Banshee, Terror

Swift and Dash Katchum, the Dutchland Derby Rollers are paying tribute to the sport’s past.

“(Pseudonyms are) something that’s always kind of been part of the sport,” said Boyd. “It’s kind of like a normal person by day and a roller derby personality at night. I think people would be shocked to learn who plays roller derby. It’s a little bit of an alternative lifestyle, but it can be anybody. It’s all kinds of people from all walks of life.”

Typically, about 200 spectators attend Dutchland Derby Roller home bouts at

Overlook Activities Center.

Boyd said there are 10 similar Roller Derby organizations within two hours of Lancaster.

“I think there’s this motivation of finding something new to do,” said Boyd. “Women have kind of gotten to this point. For a lot of us, it’s finding what makes you happy in adulthood. It’s like another hobby. We love what we do. It gives a lot of us a feeling of confidence and it gives us a sense of community. We care about what we do, and we care

Concert series scheduled

Highland Presbyterian Church, 500 E. Roseville Road, Lancaster, will kick off its 2023-24 Dorothy Ross Smith Concert Series on Wednesday, Oct. 4, at 7 p.m. The first concert will feature Tyrone Whiting, an organist, pianist and conductor. Whiting has

performed at venues across the United States, the United Kingdon, France and Spain. He is currently the director of music and arts at St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Philadelphia.

The concert on Wednesday, Nov. 1, will feature Rizzetta’s Tones, a Celtic

Americana band whose repertoire includes music from Ireland, Scotland and the United States.

The Highland Chancel Choir will present its annual Christmas concert on Sunday, Dec. 10.

The final concerts in the series, which will be

Discussion group to explore novel

The Exploring Growing Together Discussion Forum will meet on Thursday, Oct. 5, 12, and 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Room 103 on the lower level of Lititz United Methodist Church, 201 E.

Market St., Lititz. Not all sessions may take place if discussion concludes earlier.

Jane Crawford will lead a discussion of “The Bridges of Madison County” by Robert James Waller. The

about one another.”

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held on Wednesdays in 2024, include the following: March 13, Highland musicians Jonathan Lefever and Paul Thorlakson; May 8, Andy Roberts’ Four Piece Quartet; and June 5, Principally Harps. All concerts will start at 7 p.m.

book is the story of Robert Kincaid, a photographer and free spirit searching for the covered bridges of Madison County, and Francesca Johnson, a farm wife waiting for the fulfillment of a girlhood dream.

Attendees may bring their lunch, if desired. Masks are optional. For more information or to obtain a series schedule, contact Linda at 717626-0745 or raven303@ ptd.net.

Some physical contact is permitted in roller derby.

Public invited to vote for favorite nonprofit

The Giant Company is inviting the public to vote for its favorite nonprofit as part of its Make a Difference Challenge. The challenge, launched as part of the company’s 100th anniversary celebration, was designed to honor Giant’s practice of giving back by supporting nonprofit organizations whose work has a direct impact on creating a future that promotes healthier people and a healthier planet.

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Voting is open now through Monday, Oct. 2, via www.go .giantfoodstores.com/make-a -difference-challenge. Additional voting information as well as information about each nonprofit organization and its Make a Difference Challenge project is featured on the voting page. The public can vote for one of 10 nonprofits, including Cocoa Packs Inc., Hershey;

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those on the list that were provided by the School District of Lancaster: socks, backpacks, pens, pencils, folders, personal-size hand sanitizers, charging cables for iPads, socks and hoodies. Several donors also included items needed for teachers in their classrooms.

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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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COAL/WOOD/PELLET STOVES & Inserts, New & Refurbished. Over 300 models in stock. $100-$800 & up. Buy/Sell/Trade. Call 717-577-6640

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GREINER FARM: FIREWOOD

Cut, split, seasoned, pick up or delivered,717-629-9069

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SERVICES

RENDERED

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

AFFORDABLE LANDSCAPE SERVICES - OUTSTANDING RESULTS!Garden maintenance, seasonal cleanup, mulch, edging, design. Email: nicolewimer.gpsllc@gmail.com or Call: 717-808-8510

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 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

B&L CARSON DISPOSAL

Houses • basements • garages • yards Junk removal, 717-696-9453 No job too big or too small!

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

CD BEILER CONSTRUCTION

WE SPECIALIZE IN COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL ROOFING. Our Goal is to serve our clients w/a high quality job PA#112619 • INSURED • 717-747-4037

CHIMNEYFALLING APART?

WALLS NEED REPOINTED on Your HOUSE, BUILDING or BARN?

WE CAN HELP YOU!

Fix Your Bricks,LLC Danny, 717-342-9039 | Lic. & Insured

CLEAN OUT BASEMENTS, houses, moving, commercial cleanout, painting/demo work. Insrd. 717-928-3017

CLOCK REPAIR - TRAGER 717-786-7053

DRYWALL & PLASTER REPAIR, warr. work; Prompt, clean, neat, prof. Satisfaction guar. 717-951-5077, MasterPlaster.

DRYWALL WORK

30 Years Experience |Kent Sauder, LLC Text/Call: 717-989-2069

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

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HANDYMAN | 425-770-3686

Local • Insured • All Types of Projects

“Making your day better.” - Robert HARDWOOD FLOOR REFINISHING & INSTALLATION Since 1996. Affordable. Superb work. Licensed. woodfloor.simdif.com 717-468-1164

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

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WE FIX AND REPLACE ALL ROOFS: Shingles • Rubber • Cedar Shake • Metal Affordable and good workmanship. Free Estimates. Fully insured. PA158434 Give us a call! 717-490-2665

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

PAINTING DONE RIGHT Interiors. Exteriors. Detailed clean custom painting services. Res/Com. Refs. PA126393. 717-286-5464

PAINTING: INT. & EXT. 20 yrs. experience PA024610 Elmer Stoltzfus, 717-201-4104

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

SUMMIT HOME IMPROVEMENT

Roofing • Siding • Decks • Interior/ Exterior Renovations • Handyman Services License & Insured | 717-371-3434 davidstoltzfus16@icloud.com

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)

V V AN’S TREES AN’S TREES: Shrub, Tree trimming. Mulching, Gardening. Senior Rates. Insured. 717-393-7729

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.

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

LEAST EXPENSIVE VACATION

RENTALON ANNAMARIAISLAND, FL. $985 total cost. From 1/13 to 1/20/24. If you rent it thru mngt. co. cost will be $1,500.Call 941-592-7764.

Serving York/Lancaster. 717-515-2607

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

CYCLES

BMW MOTORCYCLES WANTED 1955-1995, retired hobbyist, pcs. or parts, Lancaster, 603-520-1765.

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

Nonprofits

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Epilepsy Foundation Eastern Pennsylvania, Philadelphia; Martha’s Choice Marketplace at Catholic Social Services, Norristown; New Hope Ministries Inc., Dillsburg; NW Works Inc., Winchester, Va.; Penn State Health, Hershey; Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development, Lancaster; Share Food Program Inc., Philadelphia; West Chester Area Senior Center, West Chester; and York County Food Bank, York. Cash prizes will be awarded to each nonprofit in October.

BREAKOUT MINISTRIES: SeniorPastors Ron & Mary Buch; Sundays at 10am. Contemporary worship & messages of freedom, healing, deliverance and discipleship. Children’s ministry includes nursery through Sr. High. Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting 7-8pm; Check our web site for scheduled home bible studies.; JA Jesus based recovery meeting Saturday 7-8:30p. Men and Women groups meet monthly. Family Fun Night bi-monthly 6:30-9:00, Jr. and Sr. High youth group meets alternating months. Local and International outreaches. Web site: www.breakoutministries.org or Call for details. 2400 Anita Court, Leola, PA 17540. Ph.: (717)656-8366

HIGHLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 500 East Roseville Rd., Lancaster (off Rt. 272 / Oregon Pike). (717) 569-2651 Sunday 10 AM Worship Service, also available online. www.HighlandPC.org

LANDIS VALLEY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: 2420 Kissel Hill Road, Lancaster. 717589-6051. SUN. WORSHIP SERVICE 9:30am, Sunday School for all ages 10:45am.Children’s Church & Nursery. Handicap Accessible.

SAINT JOHN NEUMANN CATHOLIC CHURCH: 601 East Delp Rd., Lancaster, PA 17601 (Off the Oregon Pike - 3 miles North of Rt. 30 Exit at Oregon Pike). Phone (717) 569-8531; Website: www.sjnlancaster.org Saturday 2:30 p.m. Reconciliation. Weekend Mass Schedule: Saturday 4 p.m. Mass (Inperson & Livestream); Sunday, 7:30 a.m. (In-person), 9 a.m. & 11 a.m.(Inperson & Livestream) Rev. Daniel F.X. Powell.

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. MATTHEW LUTHERAN CHURCH: A Reconciling in Christ (Open & Affirming Congregation). Located at 700 Pleasure Rd.Lancaster. Robin Fero, Pastor. In-person worship: Sat. 5 pm & Sun. 10 am. Online Worship at www.stmatthewelc.com For more info, call (717) 394-9607, or visit our web site.

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.

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