Cruisin’ in Christiana
Car Show To Benefit Fire Company
BY FRANCINE FULTON
Cruisin’ in Christiana, a car show that will feature vehicles of all makes and models, will be presented by the Christiana Fire Company on Saturday, June 14, on the grounds of the William P. Brinton House, 17 Green St., Christiana. Registration will open at 9 a.m., and the show will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This year marks the third annual Cruisin’ in Christiana. The first event was held in the fall of 2023, but organizers decided to change the car show to spring to take advantage of more favorable weather conditions.
“Last year, we had almost 90 cars,” said fire company member and event organizer Shawnie Betts. “We had cars, trucks and motorcycles.”
She noted that there were also some unique vehicles featured. “There was a souped-up Amish buggy, a dragster and a train car, and we had some tractors as well,”
said Betts. “The fire company had their engine there until they got a call.”
Dash plaques will be awarded to the first 65 entrants. There will also be trophies in various categories, including Best Classic, Modern, Motorcycle and Exotic.
“One of the volunteer fire company members is making the trophies,” noted Betts. “The Best in Show will be in honor of my (late) dad, Terry Walker.”
Music will be provided by The 45 Guy, who will spin vinyl records. Christiana Fire Company members will offer food for sale, including hot dogs, sausage sandwiches and hot pork sandwiches. Ice cream will be sold by Softie Whirl.
There will also be an opportunity for visitors to win prizes through a random drawing.
Prizes will include two North Face tents, including a four-man tent and a two-man tent; four tickets to a Lancaster Stormers baseball game; and gift cards from local restaurants. The prize
drawing will be held at 1:30 p.m.
A donation fee will be collected from vehicle owners. Spectators will be admitted free of charge.
Vehicle owners who register in advance by Friday, June 13, will receive a discount. Registration forms are available at the Christiana Borough office, 10 W. Slokom Ave. A link to register is also available at www.facebook.com/ christianafirecompany in a post dated May 25. Same-day registrations will also be accepted.
All proceeds from the event will benefit the all-volunteer Christiana Fire Company, located at 214 S. Bridge St., Christiana. The fire company serves the communities of Christiana Borough, Atglen Borough and Sadsbury Township. It also provides support to neighboring companies.
More information about the fire company, including volunteer opportunities, is available at the previously mentioned Facebook page and www.christianafire.com.
In the event of rain, the car show will be held on Saturday, June 21.
Lafayette Painting To Be Unveiled at Tea
BY ANN MEAD ASH
The arrival of a re-enactor posing as American Revolutionary War hero Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette in Gap
promises to be a well-attended event. The re-enactor is following the path that Lafayette took when he completed a farewell tour in 1824-25, and he will be visiting the places Lafayette
Shop for Treasures at Thrifty Kitty Thrift Boutique
BY FRANCINE FULTON
Everything from records and books to housewares, paintings and antiques can be found at the Thrifty Kitty Thrift Boutique, a thrift shop operated by Humane Pennsylvania (Humane PA) at 2195 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster. All proceeds from sales at the store benefit the animals and programs of Humane PA. The shop is located in a
bright purple building behind Humane PA’s adoption center. The shop is volunteer operated, and it sells goods donated by community members.
“The building has been here since before the Humane League of Lancaster County and the Humane Society of Berks County merged to form Humane PA. It was a veterinary clinic,” explained Karel Minor, president and CEO of Humane PA. “The Humane
See Thrift Boutique pg 7
Last year’s event featured close to 90 vehicles.
Looking forward to the unveiling of a painting commissioned for the Lafayette Tea on July 27 at White Chimneys are (from left) painter Christopher Lanser, Historical Society of Salisbury Township (HSST) president Leona Baker, White Chimneys proprietor Jessica Meyer, and HSST vice president Brett Snyder. Photo by Ann Mead Ash
See Painting pg 4
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Golf Classic Raises Funds
Chester County United Way recently held its fourth annual Golf Classic event, which raised $130,000 to benefit its Community Impact and Innovation Fund. This fund supports innovative programs focused on financial security, youth opportunity, and community health throughout Chester County. Brumbaugh Wealth Management, the presenting sponsor of the sold-out tournament, joined Chester County United Way in hosting the event at Penn Oaks Golf Club.
Gillan, and Rob Dollfus); Team 3: RKL (Christopher Perillo, Nate Pfeiffer, Kyle Shuman, and Staci Kimock); Closest to the Hole 3, Men: Christopher Perillo; Closest to the Hole 3, Women: Kathy Wileczek; Longest Drive 18, Men: Sean Scull; and Longest Drive 18, Women: Holly Graver.
Supporting the event were platinum lead sponsors Penn Oaks Golf Club, CCRES, CTDI, Greater Philadelphia Business Coalition on Health, PECO, Truist, and Rayze. Gold sponsors were Di and Dallas Krapf, Hankin Group, Abel Brothers Towing, QVC, Lamb McErlane, and Bentley Systems. Silver sponsors included State Farm - Will Anderson; First National Bank; Link Bank; Meridian Bank;
NextGen Security; RKL; SL Commercial; and Umbreit, Wileczek, & Associates PC.
To learn more or become a sponsor for next year’s tournament, visit www .LiveUnitedInGolf.org or call 610-429-9400.
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The day brought together a group of golfers, sponsors, and community leaders for an afternoon of friendly competition, connection, and purpose. Guests enjoyed a full schedule of on-course contests, refreshment stations, a luncheon, a cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres, dinner, and an awards ceremony. The winners for the outing are as follows: Team 1: Abel Brothers Towing (Walter Mahowsky, Sean Scull, Justin Scull, and Matt Brooks); Team 2: Arthur J. Gallagher & Company Inc. (Tim Gillan, Mark Gentilotti, Ernest
VisionCorps Plans
Eye Drop Fundraiser
VisionCorps will hold its Eye Drop 2025 fundraiser on Friday, June 6, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Participants will rappel 10 stories - 120 feet - from the roof to the ground of the Holiday Inn Lancaster, 26 E. Chestnut St., Lancaster.
The event will raise money for services for people who are blind or vision impaired in Adams, Chester, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York counties. This year, VisionCorps hopes to bring the total amount of funds raised over the six years of the event to $1 million.
To reserve a rappel spot, contact Carol Gifford at cgifford@visioncorps .net or 215-872-9239. For more information about VisionCorps, visit https:// visioncorps.net/.
Representing the presenting sponsor, Brumbaugh Wealth Management, at the Golf Classic were (from left) Sue Casso Rogers, Kim Brumbaugh, Amy Arbegast, and Nancy Threlfall.
Community Calendar
June 4. Kacie’s Cause Support Group
Parkesburg Baptist Church
103 West St., Parkesburg, 7 to 8 p.m. www.facebook.com/KaciesCauseParkesburg
June 5. Narcotics Anonymous
IMPACT Church
101 E. First Ave., Parkesburg, 5 p.m.
June 7. Free Community Meal
Middle Octorara Presbyterian Church 1199 Valley Road, Quarryville, 4 to 6 p.m. Any donations received at the meal will be given to Solanco Meals on Wheels.
June 8. Church Services
Safe Harbor Baptist Church
478 Daleville Road, Cochranville. Sunday school is held at 10 a.m. followed by Sunday services at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. The service features the King James version of the Bible and traditional hymns. A Wednesday night prayer and Bible study is offered at 7 p.m. www.safeharborcochranville.org
June 9. Monday Mile Walking Group
Atglen Public Library
121 Main St., Atglen, 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. The group meets at the library and then sets out on a relaxed walk around the neighborhood. The walk is held every Monday, weather permitting. Registration is required on the program calendar at www.atglenpubliclibrary.org.
June 14. Book and Bake Sale
Parkesburg Free Library
105 West St., Parkesburg, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Donations of adult fiction and children’s books may be dropped off during regular business hours. To sign up to donate baked goods, stop in at the circulation desk at the library, call 610-857-5165 or send a Facebook message.
June 25. Benefit Chicken Barbecue
Andrews Bridge Christian Fellowship
1873 Georgetown Road, Christiana, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The following menu options will be available by donation: leg/thigh only; one-half chicken only; or make it a meal by adding homemade macaroni and cheese, applesauce, a homemade dessert and a beverage. Preorders are requested. Call or text 717-572-0010 to place an order. All donations will benefit the youth group’s summer mission trip to North Carolina.
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stopped at on the dates that correspond to Lafayette’s journey.
Brett Snyder, vice president of the Historical Society of Salisbury Township (HSST), reported that when the real Lafayette arrived at the Mount Vernon Inn, which once stood at the top of Gap Hill near the Chester County and Lancaster County line, 1,000 people were waiting to see him. “He was like a rock star,” stated Snyder.
To celebrate the arrival of the re-enactor, HSST commissioned a painting, which has now been completed by artist Christopher Lanser of Narvon. The framed painting will be available for viewing at the annual Living History Day and Lafayette Day on Saturday, July 26, at White Chimneys, 5117 Lincoln Highway, Gap, beginning at 10 a.m. The day will feature Civil War re-enactments, house tours, open-hearth cooking, food trucks, and more. More information about the event may be found by searching for “White Chimneys” on Facebook and clicking on the
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“Living History Celebration” tab. A High Tea for General Lafayette will be held from noon to 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 27, at White Chimneys. The painting will be auctioned off directly following the High Tea. Funds raised from the sale of the painting will benefit HSST. More information may be found at https://lafayette200.org.
Lafayette was not yet 20 when he came to America from France in 1777 with some military training and a passion for equality. The teenager offered his services and resources to the Americans, becoming a major general at the tender age of 19. Lafayette eventually convinced the French government to join in the war effort by sending the French Navy to America’s aid. After the war, he returned to France, where he became involved in the French Revolution. At the age of 66, he returned to the United States and spent 13 months traveling 6,000 miles and visiting each of the 24 states in existence at the time.
HSST president Leona Baker felt it was necessary to have a painting to commemorate the event, and she remembered Lanser, who had given a presentation to HSST that included some of his paintings. “We had knowledge of the fact that when Lafayette came back in 1825, he stopped near the Mount Vernon Inn before he came to White Chimneys and moved on to Lancaster,” reported Baker, who worked with Lanser to develop the idea for the painting. Baker pointed out that in the completed piece, the Mount Vernon Inn is in the background on the hill.
In the foreground, Lafayette is reviewing his former regiment. Route 30 - then known as the Lincoln Highway - runs through the right side of the painting.
Lanser pointed out some of the details in the painting that he added, including a Conestoga wagon. “It’s so Lancaster County,” he noted. There is also a carriage similar to what Lafayette would have traveled in that was suggested by Baker.
Lanser painted a replica of the French flag at the time of the event hanging on the Mount Vernon Inn. He also included the American flag, the Pennsylvania state flag, and the flag of the regiment from southern Lancaster County that stands before Lafayette for review. Lanser made sure to feature a few older soldiers - one with a wooden leg - and a few African American gentlemen. He pointed out that African Americans were among the soldiers who fought in the Revolutionary War. He also added a bald eagle in the sky. A young boy in uniform stands in front of the regiment and salutes Lafayette.
“I added the little fellow for a bit of whimsey,” stated Lanser, who first took up the art of painting in 2006. “It’s the best job I’ve ever had,” he noted. Lanser is now retired after teaching history at Conestoga Christian School for a number of years. “I love history,” he added.
A nationwide organization called Friends of Lafayette is organizing and publicizing events. More information, including videos; a schedule of events; tickets; and educational resources for libraries, schools, and homeschoolers, may be found at https:// lafayette200pa.org.
HSST has been in existence for 25 years. The organization meets each year from September through May at the Salisbury Township Building, 5581 Old Philadelphia Pike, Gap, on the third Thursday at 7 p.m. The next HSST meeting, which will be open to the public, will be a potluck picnic on Thursday, June 19, at 6 p.m. in the Salisbury Township Park in Gap. Readers who would like more information about HSST may call 717-442-4071.
New Program Aims To Help Domestic Abuse Victims
The Chester County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), Chester County District Attorney’s Office (DAO), and the Domestic Violence Center of Chester County (DVCCC) have partnered to launch Shear Hope - a proactive educational initiative aimed
at supporting survivors of domestic violence by connecting them with trained professionals in the cosmetology field. The Shear Hope program equips cosmetologists, barbers, and other related professionals with
See Shear Hope pg 12
Coast Guard Urges People To Practice Boating Safety
In connection with National Safe Boating Week - which was May 17 to 23 - the Coast Guard urges all Americans to familiarize themselves with best practices for a safe boating experience.
Everyone in the boat should always wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket appropriate for the water activity. People should file a float plan with someone they trust; the plan should detail where boaters
are going and when they expect to return.
Those enjoying an outing on a boat should have a reliable means of communication for their area, be it a marine radio or a cell phone. Alcohol is the leading contributing factor in fatal boating accidents, so it is recommended that people do not consume alcohol while boating.
Anyone who would like to obtain a boat operation
See Boating pg 9
ENCOUNTER CHURCH: 300 Hideaway Drive, Quarryville, PA 17566
Sunday Service & Kid's Church held at 8:30 am and 10:45 am. Church e-mail: office@encounterchurchpa.org www.encounterchuchpa.org Church phone: 717-786-2756
FAITH BIBLE CHAPEL: “Ordinary People
Serving An Extraordinary God.” Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. (Children’s Service during Pastor’s Message). Wednesday Prayer Meeting at 6:30 p.m. We are located at 140 Bernard Ave., Cochranville. Pastor Scott Althouse 610-593-6333 fbchapel@zoominternet.net
GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH: Dedicated to the serious preaching & teaching of God’s Word. Traditional hymns & praise songs accompanied by guitar. Sunday Service 10:40am. 53 Hurley Rd, Parkesburg, PA 19365. 610-593-7123. www. gracecommunitychurch-parkesburg.com for messages, ministries and directions
HIGHLAND BAPTIST CHURCH: 1 EAST HIGHLAND RD., PARKESBURG PA 19365 610-857-1670 www.highland-bc.org
Sunday Services: Sunday School for all ages 9:30 am, Morning Service 10:45 am (nursery is available), Prayer Service 4 pm Wednesday Youth programs 6:30-8:00 pm. Thursday Ladies Bible Study 10:00 am
IMPACT CHURCH: IMPACTING lives with the Hope of Jesus Christ. Sunday Gatherings at 9 am & 10:30 am. 101 East 1st Ave., Parkesburg. Pastor Mike Bailey. 610-857-3887. Visit us online at WWW.IMPACTPA.CHURCH
LITTLE BRITAIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
255 Little Britain Church Rd., Peach Bottom (between 222 and 272). Sunday School Classes all ages 9:15 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Youth Groups for Elementary, Jr. High and Sr. High, Choir, Bell Choir, Small Groups. Rev. Thomas Milligan, 717-548-2266. Web site: www.littlebritainchurch.org E-mail: lbpc1732@gmail.com
MANOR PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA)
“Come find spiritual life in Christ for your family.” Cochranville: Rte. 926, halfway between Rte. 41 & Rte. 10. Rev. Daniel Henderson, Pastor. Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 am. Fellowship & Refreshments from 10:15-10:35 am. Worship with classes for infantsPre-K at 10:45 am Kidsworship for K5th is held during the sermon time. Youth Group for 6th-12th grades twice a month at 6:30 pm 610-869-2402. www.manorpresbyterian.com
Free Produce Available to Seniors
Eligible Chester County seniors may apply to receive coupons for free locally grown fruits and vegetables through the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. Each senior in the program will receive five small
checks that can be used to purchase fresh Pennsylvania-grown fruits and vegetables at approved farmers markets. Checks must be redeemed between Sunday, June 1, and Sunday, Nov. 30. To qualify, seniors must
be age 60 or older by Wednesday, Dec. 31, and meet household income eligibility requirements. Total income for a one-person household cannot exceed $28,953, and total income for a two-person household cannot exceed $39,128.
Interested seniors may apply by visiting www .chesco.org/5537/Farmers -Market-Program or by calling Sen. Carolyn Comitta’s district office at 610-6922112. Completed applications may be emailed to mwebb@chesco.org.
OVERNIGHT CAMP BLAST DAY CAMP
For rising 2nd-12th graders
• Various weeks from mid-June to mid-August
• 2025 Theme: True That!
• Weekly overnight
MAPLE GROVE MENNONITE CHURCH: 549 Swan Rd., Atglen. 610-593-6658, Lead Pastor: Mike Clemmer, Music Minister: Matt Chambers. Sunday School 9am, Sunday Worship 10am, Children’s Church, Nursery. Youth Group Wed., 7pm. Christian Preschool. Visit us online at: www.maplegrovemc.com
MIDDLE OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 1199 Valley Road Quarryville. Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 AM; Blended Worship 10:30 AM. 717-786-3402 Visit us online at www.middleoctorara.org
MT. VERNON CHRISTIAN CHURCH: Growing Deeper, Reaching Farther. 1 Lighthouse Dr, Kirkwood. Pastor Tony Murrin. Sunday School- all ages 9am, Worship 10:00am. Handicap Access. Phone: 717-529-4102. Visit us online at mtvernonchristianchurch.com
PARKESBURG WORD OF FAITH CHURCH Sunday Service 10 am & Wednesday prayer at 7:30 pm - at 501 Lenover Rd., Parkesburg, PA 19365. Call 610-593-2277 www.parkesburgwordoffaith.org
ROCK CHURCH: A Spirit-filled, Full Gospel Church Family. 32 E. State St in Quarryville. Sunday service at 10am. More info at RockChurchLC.org Phone: 717-847-6872
ST. CHRISTOPHER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Where everyone can find a place to belong! 116 Lancaster Pike, Oxford (Rt. 472 at the Rt. 1 bypass ramps). Sunday inperson Holy Communion Service at 10:00 AM, also live-streamed. When people warmly welcome you, you will know you have found a church home where you can come just as you are. The Episcopal Church is Catholic in the way we worship and Protestant in the way we think. You’ll find beautiful music, good preaching, and an inclusive community in which to worship God. YOU BELONG HERE! Check out St. Christopher’s website, YouTube, or Facebook for updates and links. Rev. Dr. Mary Ann Mertz rector@stchrisoxford.org 610-932-8134 www.stchrisoxford.org
UPPER OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (EPC): 1121 Octorara Trail (on Rt. 10 a mile south of Rt. 30), Parkesburg. Christ-centered, Handicapped accessible. Sunday School all ages 9:30 am (Sept-May). Sunday Worship (Blended style) 10:30 am. Youth Group & a variety of adult groups. Dana J. Smith, Pastor. (610)857-5787 www.uopc-epc.org Find us on Facebook. Christian Preschool: (610)857-0236
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
“It’s a good place to learn about God, and you can swim every day.” -6th grader
SURGE LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS
For rising 7th-12th graders
• Helping behind the scenes
• Shadowing summer staff
• Studying the Bible
• Teambuilding, adventures & activities
“I was more sacrificial in the way that I put others before -SURGEmyself.” camper
For rising 1st-6th graders
• Various weeks from mid-June to mid-August
• Daily, 8:30am-5pm
• Unique weekly themes that tie into True That!
“Thank you for letting us come this week. Thank you for letting us learn about you guys, God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. I had lots of fun here at Black Rock!” -3rd grader at Day Camp
SOCCER CAMP
For rising 3rd-10th graders
• Skills sessions & scrimmages
• June 30th-July 4th
Submitted by Leona Baker, The Historical Society of Salisbury Township
At the bottom of Gap Hill, across from Phil’s Barber Shop, is a home built at least 250 years ago. While the deed chain is broken, there is enough to establish that the house was built in the 1700s. There is speculation that it may have been yet another tavern in the valley.
In the early 1700s, William Penn’s agents
5411 Lincoln Highway
were selling property rights in the lush Pequea Valley. Thomas Johnson may have been one of the buyers. Property lines involved wording such as “such-and-such feet from the property of Thomas McIlvaine” and “so many feet from the red oak tree.”
A 1731 deed abstract of Thomas Cowan mentions “so many feet from the property line of Thomas Johnson” and mentions the Philadelphia-Lancaster
Pike as part of that section of the property.
The present owners have discovered that Samuel Johnson the elder inherited the farm upon the death of his father, Thomas Johnson, in 1757. Samuel Johnson the younger, in turn, inherited it from his father. The very word “farm” indicates there was, of necessity, a barn. Presumably, there was also a house, since three generations are mentioned.
Perhaps the years of political unrest leading up to and including the Revolutionary War were what sank the younger Samuel and his family into debt. The next deed record is dated 1787, during the early days of the fledgling United States. It lists James (Samuel the younger’s son) and Margaret Johnson transferring ”168 acres to James Hopkins, esq. in payment of Samuel Johnson’s estate debt for 1052 English pounds, to be paid in gold.” Hopkins apparently did not trust the newly instituted United States monetary system, which had been partially funded by the French.
The deed chain is lost until 70 years later, when the property is advertised in a sheriff’s sale due to ”failure to pay taxes.” At that time, Nathaniel Ellmaker and Samuel Slocum, next-door neighbors, are the purchasers. A “large two-story house, Swisser barn,” plus several outbuildings are listed, indicating a well-established farm, years in the making.
Within two years, Ellmaker unburdened his share of the property to Slocum. That deed includes a sentence stating, “the same as the indenture” and mentioning ”142 acres (more or less)” and listing it as “adjoining,” mentioning by name many of the same neighbors listed in previous deeds. A search of those neighboring deed histories might reveal ownership during those missing 60 years. Slocum farmed there for 20 years, selling those 142 acres to Bernard Lechler of New York, N.Y., in 1880.
When Jennie Potts, wealthy Lancaster County business owner, acquired the acreage is unclear. But when she died in 1923, her will stated this Gap property, then called The Locusts, was to be used as a home for “indigent gentlemen.” Whether this actually materialized is not certain; research was unsuccessful.
The company managing the property took advantage of the housing market high in 1948 to sell the farm to the grandparents of the present owners, starting a three-generation family of dedicated farmers who have made this grand old property their much-loved home.
Information gathered from deed abstracts in Lancaster County archives and deed search by historical society members as well as the memoir of Jenny Potts, who lived on the property in the early 1900s.
The home at 5411 Lincoln Highway, which has since been restored, was built in the 1700s.
League had moved the vet clinic, and (the building) was just being used for storage or whatever we needed it for.”
Prior to opening the shop, Minor visited similar facilities in Florida.
“There are two very large (stores operated by the) Vero Beach Humane Society, and they have 20,000 square feet between the two stores and they (raise) half of their budget,” he noted. “I checked out their stores and talked to their managers.”
He said that the key to operating a successful thrift store is to sell only donated goods and to operate using only a volunteer staff.
“When we were looking at the economics of having donated stuff and (using) all or mostly volunteer staff, it’s all profit,” he said. “If you have to buy things and if they don’t sell, you are wasting money. “
Renovations were made to the facility, primarily by volunteers along with some Humane PA staff members who worked during their free time. Shelving was purchased at a discount from a pharmacy that went out of business.
“We did paint; we added lighting to make it better and drywall. We had a soft opening after Thanksgiving in 2024, and it was actively open after New Year’s,” Minor said. “We had our official grand opening in April.”
There are various rooms in the shop, including a kitchen where glassware, dishes and household
goods are located. There is also a room for fine china and an area where records, books and other media are displayed. There are shelves filled with vases donated by a local florist, and several valuable paintings on display.
“(The building) was already broken up into the rooms; we just opened it up so you could see into them,” Minor noted.
The store is open on Thursdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., but more days will be added if volunteers step up.
Volunteer duties include cleaning, pricing and sorting incoming donations.
“If people are unable or don’t want volunteer directly with the animals, this is the way they can help the animals,” Minor noted.
“We ask people to do one shift a month which is four hours.”
In addition to volunteers, donations are welcome.
Needed items are vintage goods and antiques of all types; books, comic books and magazines; glassware, kitchenware and cookware; records, CDs, tapes and other recorded media; toys, games and puzzles; and artwork. All items must be clean and in good condition. Items that are not accepted include furniture, mattresses, televisions, electronics and clothing.
For more details or to complete a volunteer application, visit www .humanepa.org/the-thrifty -kitty-thrift-boutique. Those with questions may call 717-393-6551.
Karel Minor invites shoppers to visit the Thrifty Kitty Thrift Boutique. Photo by Francine Fulton
The Thrift Kitty Thrift Boutique features several rooms, including a kitchen, where household items are displayed.
Photo by Francine Fulton
The Thrift Kitty Thrift Boutique is located in a purple building at the Humane PA Lancaster Campus. Photo by Francine Fulton
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A detailed study of the Battle of Brandywine that has been conducted over the last 12 years is now complete. The three-phase
study revealed the routes, roads, skirmish sites, and historic buildings and landscapes connected with the Battle of Brandywine,
a Revolutionary War battle that took place on Sept. 11, 1777, in Chester County and the surrounding region and spanned approximately 35,000 acres. The study also examined the events of the battle, uncovered French and German journal entries about the battle, and created 1777-era property mapping.
The project was led by the Chester County Planning Commission and the Delaware County Planning Department, with assistance from the Brandywine
Battlefield Task Force. All three portions of the study are chronicled in the Brandywine Battlefield Phased Study, a compendium that covers the battlefield’s northern, southern, and eastern areas, which also includes land in Delaware County and New Castle County, Del.
The study was funded through multiple grants awarded by the National Park Service’s American Battlefield Protection Program.
Standing in front of the Birmingham Township Brandywine Battlefield marker are (from left) Wade Catts of South River Heritage, Jeannine Speirs of the Chester County Planning Commission, and Peter Adams of PA Society of Sons of the Revolution.
Pollinator Garden Planted at Justice Center
Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe joined staff members from the county’s Department of Facilities; Keep Chester County Beautiful; Chester County’s Go Green Committee, an employee sustainability committee; and the West Chester Green
Team in breaking ground on a new pollinator garden at the Chester County Justice Center. The groundbreaking event, which took place on Earth Day, April 22, was the first step in preparing a garden to be planted with more than 400 native perennials, trees, and shrubs. Volunteers were scheduled to
join county staff members in planting the new pollinator garden on May 3.
The pollinator garden aligns with the county’s intention to implement more sustainable landscaping practices at its facilities. This goal is a part of the Chester County Climate Action Plan.
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certificate or who wants to brush up on his or her skills may consider taking a boating skills course. Local Coast Guard Auxiliary flotillas conduct Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission-approved boating safety courses throughout the year.
People are also encouraged to schedule a vessel safety check. Coast Guard Auxiliary flotillas conduct these checks free of charge at any time throughout the year.
The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is the uniformed volunteer component of the United States Coast Guard created by an act of Congress in 1939. The Auxiliary supports the Coast Guard in nearly all its missions except law enforcement and military operations. For more information, visit www.cgaux.org.
Breaking ground for the new pollinator garden were (from left) Carrie Avery and Andrew Wiegand from the ChesCo Go Green Committee; Ryan Mawhinney, Keep Chester County Beautiful; Chris Pugliese, West Chester Green Team; Commissioners Eric Roe, Josh Maxwell, and Marian Moskowitz; and Chester County sustainability director Rachael Griffith.
Camping Options Available
The Pennsylvania Campground Owners Association (PCOA) encourages members of the public to experience the great outdoors through camping in 2025. Although some federally operated campgrounds are closed this season due to staffing
shortages, plenty of campsites across the state are open for reservations. PCOA’s 220 independently owned campgrounds offer more than 37,000 campsites featuring amenities and outdoor activities. The campgrounds have a variety of camping options, including
PUBLIC AUCTION
18 ACRE FARMETTE w/CREEK 2½ STY. 3 BDRM. FARM HOUSE 7 STALL HORSE BARN - 2 CAR GAR.
Country farmette farm house w/1664 SF, eat-in kitchen, family/living rm. w/ stone walk-in fireplace, updated 32x7 sun porch, laundry, 3 bdrms., 2 baths, master bdrm. w/cathedral ceiling, attic, bsmt., horse barn 36x50 w/7 stalls, wash rm., separate tack bldg., 2 car gar. 32x36 run-in shed, 100x200 outdoor ring. 18 ACRE m/l w/12 acres fenced pasture, bal. woodland & Brandywine Creek frontage. Zoned R-1 Ag/Residential.
After 19 years, owner downsizing & serious to sell. Convenient rural location. Abundant deer. Minutes to Honey Brook, Morgantown & Elverson. Personal inspection by appointment or open house May 31, June 7 & 14 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
tent sites, big rig friendly campsites, and unique outdoor lodging units. Many have weekday availability and offer lower rates during non-peak times. A full list of PCOA parks is available at www.pacamping.com, where people may also request a free copy of the printed “Pennsylvania Campground Directory.” For information about outdoor lodging options, visit www .paoutdoorlodging.com.
In addition, Pennsylvania’s public lands provide outdoor recreation with no day-use entrance fees. Visitors may access 124 state parks and 2.2 million acres of state forests open in their entirety. Pennsylvania is home to several national parks and histor-
ical sites managed by the National Park Service, all of which remain open with reduced staffing.
The Pennsylvania Campground Owners Association is a trade association dedicated to representing the interests of campground owners throughout Pennsylvania. PCOA provides resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy to help its members succeed in the outdoor hospitality industry. Through initiatives like RV shows, the PCOA promotes camping as a way to experience the beauty of Pennsylvania and encourages RV enthusiasts to explore the state’s many independent campgrounds.
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To view more information about the Brandywine Battlefield Phased Study, including an interactive map of battle movements, visit https://chescoplan ning.org/Historic/Battle Brandywine.cfm or check out the Chester County Planning Commission and Brandywine Battlefield Task Force Facebook pages.
Roy E. Good, Jr. Aaron Z. Nolt Curvin M. Horning 717-733-1006 Lic. #499, 2116, 5064, 3956 R117823 www.klinekreidergood.com
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Gap Self Storage, LLC, in order to satisfy its statutory lien pursuant to 73 P.S. 1901 et seq., will sell at PUBLIC SALE all the personal property stored in its facility, placed by:
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DRIVER/WORKER with experience in land/hardscaping & light tree work. Valid PA DL exp. w/truck/trailer. WINDYHILL PROPERTY CARE, 610-857-2169
YOUR ATTENTION
1 car
Build date circa 1740. Layout: First
mudroom; large double
- Attached
spacious
kitchen connected to family room w/gas stove which opens onto large deck area. First floor master bedroom with attached full bath and soaking tub; Living room which opens onto wraparound porch; work room currently used as sewing room; office; full bath. Second floor: 4 bedrooms, full shared hallway bath. Basement: Full partially finished basement - rec area partially finished with plenty of shelf storage. Outbuildings: Large well kept bank barn with lower level leading out to pasture/land - paved driveway access to all levels - barn includes insulated office, shop, large rec area and equipment/hay storage area with four large oversized doors. Detached over-sized 3 car garage. Utilities: Well water and on site septic, oil furnace w/HW baseboard heat - also split unit and woodstove, 200 amp electric. Taxes: To be determined after recent subdivision. Property features: Spacious and well maintained house; large bank barn, paved driveways throughout property; beautiful views from wraparound porch and decks; quiet and private setting.
Auctioneers Note: Subdivision recently completed. Beautiful and secluded farmette with spacious house and exterior decks/porches overlooking land. Large bank barn offers lots of options for this property. Approx 7 acres tillable or pasture. Broker Participation of 1% offered to successful high bidder Broker/Realtor.
Terms: Property sold As-Is. 10% deposit day of sale. Buyer pays 2% State Transfer Tax. Settlement on or before 90 days.
Open House Dates: Tuesday, June 10, 4-6 PM; Saturday, June 21, 1-3 PM; Wednesday June 25, 4-6 PM. Property also shown by appointment. Please call auctioneer at (717) 575-4263 for private showing.
128 Brandamore Rd., Honey Brook. Rt. 322 E. of Honey Brook. Right S. Birdell Rd. Left Brandamore Rd. Farmette on right. (W. Brandywine Twp., Chester Co.)
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the tools and resources to recognize the signs of domestic abuse, respond with empathy, and serve as a bridge to important resources. Participating salon professionals are trained to identify physical and behavioral indicators of abuse, communicate effectively, and connect clients with appropriate support systems and resources.
To preserve the safety and privacy of survivors, the locations of participating salons are confidential and will not be publicly disclosed. Shear Hope prioritizes discretion and trust to ensure that victims can receive support without fear of exposure or retaliation.
This initiative represents a county-wide commitment to creating safe spaces and increasing awareness through cross-agency collaboration. Cosmetologists are not expected to intervene directly but instead to serve as bridges to support and information.
The program includes informational materials, referral resources, and training sessions held on days when most salons are closed to maximize accessibility for industry professionals.
For more information about the Shear Hope program or to inquire about upcoming training opportunities, call the Chester County Sheriff’s Office at 610-344-6525.
