Calvary’s Great Giveaway To Return

Calvary Monument Bible Church (CMBC) has invited the community to its Great Giveaway nearly every summer for about 20 years now. For a long time, the event was organized by church member Joyce Lacock, but when she retired from running it a few years ago, church staff took over the event. The giveaway was successful, attracting hundreds of attendees who formed lines that extended well into the church parking lot.

Then came 2020, and COVID-19 restrictions made it impossible to hold the event. “I am so glad it’s back this year,” said Chris Lenhart, lead pastor at CMBC. This year’s giveaway, which will feature free clothing, household items, books, and more, will be held on Saturday, Aug. 7, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. inside the church, 1660 Mine Road, Paradise. The church is located at the corner where Mine and South Kinzer roads meet. Lenhart said that organizers began planning the event early this year, and that new or gently used items would start coming into the church in late July. Edie Weaver, one of the organizers oversees the process of accepting donations. “Edie wants it to be an item someone can use,” said Lenhart. “So she is pretty particular about what we will take.” Donations are sorted by volunteers the week before the giveaway. Items that will be available for free will include clothing and shoes, sorted by size and gender; toys; books; and a variety of household items. Items that are left that can be repurposed will go to neighborhood ministries and community closets. After 11 a.m., hot dogs and beverages will be given away while supplies last.

Lenhart said door prizes will be featured at this year’s giveaway. “There will be three $75 Weis Market gift cards,” said Lenhart. “We will also have six backpacks filled with school supplies (to give away).”

More information about the event may be found at www.calvarymonument.org or by searching for “Calvary Monument Bible Church” on Facebook. Specific questions may be directed to the church office at 717-442-8161.

Chris Lenhart, pastor of Calvary Monument Bible Church, is looking forward to the return of the Great Giveaway on Aug. 7.

Oxford Church To Host Events

Oxford United Methodist Church, 18 Addison St., will sponsor two community events.

An ice cream social, scheduled for Monday, Aug. 23, from 7 to 8 p.m., will include ice cream for all guests. There is no charge for this event.

An American Red Cross blood drive will be available on Fridays, Aug. 13 and Sept. 3, and Wednesdays, Aug. 25 and Sept. 29. To schedule an appointment, visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 800-733-2767. Walkins may be accepted.

Treasury Announces Unclaimed Property

Pennsyvlania residents are advised to check with the Pennsylvania Treasury’s Bureau of Unclaimed Property to see if they have property, including military decorations, waiting to be claimed.

Nearly $4 billion in collectibles, dormant bank and retirement accounts, jewelry, military medals, rebates, stocks, and uncashed checks have not yet been claimed by their rightful owners. The unclaimed property may also include items from safe deposit boxes.

Residents can search the registry by visiting www.patreasury.gov or by calling the Treasury’s Bureau of Unclaimed Property tollfree at 800-222-2046.

Veterans and families of service members can search a database of unclaimed military decorations at www.patreasury.gov/ unclaimed-property/medals/ as they may be owed Purple Hearts, Bronze Stars, and more. Currently, 650 military decorations lie unclaimed in Pennsylvania’s Treasury.

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SINGING SPRING FOODS

Specials Monday, August 2nd thru Monday, August 9th

While Supplies Last

Fresh, Juicy Cantaloupes Fresh, Juicy Cantaloupes & Watermelons & Watermelons are now here! are now here!

Frozen Foods

Edy's Strawberry Ice Cream ....................1.5 Qt. $1.99 Edy's Ghirardelli Chocolate Ice Cream 3 Gal. $14.95

Sour Apple &

Sour Watermelon Bars ....................24 Ct. $4.89 Red Baron Meat Trio Stuffed Crust Pizza ......21.4 Oz. $3.69 Tyson Crispy Chicken Strips .....................56 Oz. $8.69 Wild Caught Skinless Flounder Fish Fillets .......................32 Oz. $7.49 Tail-on Shrimp Skewers ........................Lb. $3.69

Refrigerated

Walnut Creek Salted Butter Quarters .........................Lb. $2.25

Schreiber Sliced Yellow American Cheese ..................3 Lb. $4.49

Monterey Jack Cheese ......................... 8 Oz. 99¢

Grocery Aisle

Post Honey Comb Cereal ......................12.5 Oz. $2.50 Field Harvest Mandarin Segments ............................ 11 Oz. 99¢ French's Yellow Mustard ..................................... 20 Oz. 99¢ Capri Sun 100% Juice - Berry .......................12/4 Oz. $1.29 Labara Mini Bars Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip ............................. 99¢ Cascadian Farms Organic Granola Bars - Chocolate Chip ......... 99¢

August Bulk Foods

Garden Rotini .........................................Lb. $1.59 Chocolate Covered Mini Pretzels ........Lb. $2.39

Deli Department

Sandwich Pepperoni .............................Lb. $4.99 John F. Martin Smoked Ham ..........................................Lb. $2.99

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