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IN THIS ISSUE: FESTIVAL TO SHOWCASE ARTS AND MUSIC page 5

SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954

VOL XXVIII • NO 27

GENEALOGY WORKSHOP

Oxford Area Senior Center, 12 E. Locust St., Oxford, will present a genealogy research workshop led by genealogist Kristine Parkes on Wednesday, Aug. 29, from 7 to 9 p.m.

Parkes will be available to help participants research their family history and also share some of her experiences.

The program is open to people who are advanced in the genealogy hobby as well as those who are just starting out. The class is free, but it is limited to 15 participants. To register, call 610-932-5244 or email oxsrctr@ zoominternet.net.

SIT AND KNIT

The Avon Grove Library, 117 Rosehill Ave., West Grove, offers a free Sit and Knit program on the first and third Mondays of each month from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The next session will be held on Aug. 6. Participants of any experience level should bring a project they are working on to learn tips and share ideas with other knitters.

The program is also intended for crochet and embroidery crafters. All adults, as well as children accompanied by an adult, are welcome. Registration is not required. For more information, contact the library at 610-869-2004 or lsherwood@ccls.org.

LEGO CLUB

The Oxford Public Library, 48 S. Second St., Oxford, will offer a Lego Club on Saturday, Aug. 18, from 11 a.m. to noon. The library will provide the Legos. The program is for children age 7 and older. Children under age 7 may attend if a parent or guardian remains in the Story Time Room for the duration of the program. Call 610-932-9625 or visit www.oxford publiclibrary.org.

The Calico Cutters Quilt Guild will meet on Wednesday, Aug. 8, at 9:30 a.m. at the Goshen Fire Company, 1320 Park Ave., West Chester. Cindy Grisdela will present a lecture and trunk show with examples of her work and will also give tips about color selection. Grisdela will also conduct a workshop on improvisational play with lines and curves on Tuesday, Aug. 7. As this month’s charity project, school supplies for preschoolers will be collected for the West Chester Friends Association and Head Start. The meeting is open to guests for a nominal fee.

For more information, visit www.calicocutters.com or email calicocutters@gmail.com.

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Family Hosts Visitor As Part Of Fresh Air Fund Program

By Marcella Peyre-Ferry

Tom and Shirley Herr make a practice of opening their farm each summer for a visitor from New York City. For the third year, Shyan McIntosh of the Queens area of New York has come to the Herrs’ Oxford farm for a weeklong visit through the Fresh Air Fund’s Friendly Towns Program.

Shyan, 11, arrived on July 13 and stayed with the Herr family through July 20. She fit right in with the family, which includes sons Philip and Thomas Jr. and daughters Gracie and Marybeth.

“We wanted to have a girl (visit) because the girls were at home (to) play with Shyan,” Shirley said, noting that that Philip and Thomas Jr., who are now ages 18 and 17, respectively, were away working most of the day.

The three girls are close in age, and

they have developed a deep friendship over the years. During Shyan’s visit, they rode horses, played board games, made craft projects, ate pizza and enjoyed a dairy’s company picnic, which included a fireworks display. Shyan attended church with the Herrs at Nottingham Missionary Baptist Church, and she shared in some of the chores around the dairy farm.

In past years, she has joined the Herr daughters in the church youth group and taken part in family parties. Last year, one of the most memorable moments for Shyan was getting to watch the birth of a calf that was then named after her.

Her favorite thing to do, however, was to enjoy the swing on the family’s property and relax. She also is very interested in gardening and growing flowers.

Shyan McIntosh (left) from Queens, New York City, spent a week visiting the Herr family of Oxford, including (continuing from left) Gracie, Marybeth, Shirley and Tom. Her trip was arranged through the Fresh Air Fund, a program that connects city children with suburban and rural families.

See Fresh Air Fund pg 4

Local Youth Competes At Major League Ballpark

Chester County Sets 4-H Fair

By Marcella Peyre-Ferry

Twelve-year-old Ashley Flynn of Oxford earned her way to the Team Competition level of the Pitch, Hit & Run competition, ultimately placing second in her age group at Citizens Bank Park, home stadium of the Philadelphia Phillies, on June 30.

Ashley is a member of the Oxford Diamond Divas softball team and has been playing softball since she was about 6 years old. She generally plays catcher, but she is also a utility player, filling in at different positions as needed.

Last year, Ashley entered the first Pitch, Hit & Run competition hosted by the Oxford Area Recreation Authority (OARA) at the Oxford Regional Park.

Although she did not place high enough to move on to the next level, she learned where she needed to improve.

See Pitch, Hit & Run pg 6

Textile exhibits will be among the projects on display at the upcoming Chester County 4-H Fair to be held at the Romano 4-H Center in Honey Brook from Aug. 6 to 11.

By Francine Fulton

The Chester County 4-H Fair, which gives youths an opportunity to display the many projects they have completed throughout the year, will be held at the

Ashley Flynn placed second in her age group at the Philadelphia Phillies’ Pitch, Hit & Run competition at Citizens Bank Park on June 30.

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The tabletop exhibits will open on Aug. 6 after 4 p.m. and will remain on display throughout the week. The public See 4-H Fair pg 2

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Pequea Valley Public Library (PVPL) and Salisbury Township Branch (STB) in Gap will offer a variety of activities to the public.

Programs will be held at PVPL, unless otherwise noted. For details and registration, readers may call 717-768-3160 or visit www.pvpl.org.

Basic Junkyard Drumming will be presented by Jeo Ramos of Heads Up Lancaster at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 1, at STB. Children age 8 and older will learn the basics of rhythm and make music using everyday objects.

Legos and More will offer children age 3 and older with an opportunity to build with Legos and experiment with other STEM toys and materials at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 2. Registration is required and space is limited.

Yummie’s Birthday Story Time will be held at Ten Thousand Villages, Intercourse, at noon on Saturday, Aug. 4. The program is open to the entire family. On Tuesday, Aug. 7, at 11:15 a.m., Preschool Story Time and Playtime, for children

through age 6, will share a story, and then attendees may stay and play with age appropriate toys.

Rocks are a Blast from the Past will be presented by geologist Jeri Jones at STB on Wednesday, Aug. 8, at 10 a.m.

Participants will learn about rocks, minerals, and fossils.

The program is open to children in kindergarten and older.

Let It Rain will be presented by a county park naturalist at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 9. Children in kindergarten through grade six will make a rain stick and do a rain-making activity.

Children should bring a paper towel tube for the craft.

An outdoor movie will be shown on the lawn at 8:15 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 10. Refreshments will be provided. In the case of inclement weather, the movie will be held indoors.

The Summer Reading program will end on Saturday, Aug. 11. Logs must be handed in by noon to receive reward coupons.

Community Blood Drives Scheduled Penn Medicine LG Health will sponsor community blood drives throughout Lancaster County. All blood collected during the drives will benefit patients at Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, Lancaster General Hospital, and Women and Babies Hospital.

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The Chester County 4-H Fair, to be held Aug. 6 to 11 at the Romano 4-H Center in Honey Brook, will give youths an opportunity to demonstrate their skills in the handling and care of farm animals, including sheep.

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The Lighthouse Youth Center will host its 28th annual benefit golf tournament on Friday, Aug. 10, at Tanglewood Manor Golf Club, 653 Scotland Road, Quarryville.

Registration will be from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., and a putting contest will be held until 12:15 p.m. Golfers will tee off with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. A fried chicken dinner will be held after the event, and prizes will be awarded then. The registration fee includes green fees and the use of a cart,

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is encouraged to view the many projects in various categories such as arts, crafts, service projects, plant science, rocketry, robotics, pet care, photography, sewing, citizenship/leadership, foods and nutrition, wildlife, vegetables and plants and many other general exhibits.

Ice cream, milkshakes and other refreshments will be available for sale throughout the week.

During live animal shows, 4-Hers will demonstrate their skills in the handling and care of farm animals, including beef cattle, dairy cows, breeding sheep, market lambs, swine, goats and horses.

Aug. 6 will include a public speaking and presentation contest at 1 p.m., along with goat, sheep and beef shows throughout the day.

On Tuesday, Aug. 7, starting at 10 a.m., free tours will be provided for the public and will include hands-on activities for children. Those interested in participating in a tour are asked to contact Toni Stuetz, extension educator, at 610-696-3500 to sign up in advance.

Other highlights on Aug. 7 will include a swine showmanship clinic and livestock “skillathons.” “(During the skillathon), they identify feeds, equipment and answer questions about livestock production,” said Jesse Sargent, administrative support coordinator for Penn State Extension, Chester County. “It’s basically testing their skill levels in those areas.”

The public is invited to meet 4-H staff members from the extension office in Chester County during an open house on Wednesday, Aug. 8, from 4 to 6 p.m.

The Chester County Spirit of 4-H Award will also be presented on Aug. 8 at approximately 5:30 p.m. “The (recipient of the) award will be a surprise,” Sargent noted. Last year’s winner was Katherine Toliver, a member of

the Gum Tree 4-H Horse Club.

“A slideshow will be playing during the open house that will highlight all of the programming that has been done by the (Penn State) educators throughout the year, not just 4-H,” Sargent noted.

A livestock sale of beef, sheep, goats and swine will highlight the animal events on Aug. 8 starting at 5 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 9, will feature a robotics contest, and Friday, Aug. 10, will include a dairy show.

Fair week will wrap up with the 4-H Horse Show on Aug. 11 beginning at 8 a.m. The project displays will be open until noon.

4-H is a national youth development program for children and youths ages 8 to 18. Clubs meet at local homes, schools, churches or community centers and are guided by experienced adult volunteers using educational projects designed especially for 4-H clubs.

Among the clubs are dairy clubs that focus on teaching members about dairy cattle; dairy goat clubs; horse clubs, where members do not have to own their own horse to participate; small animal clubs; robotics/engineering science clubs and Junior Master Gardening clubs. There are also special interest programs that are available during the summer months.

More than 5,000 young people take part in the Chester County youth leadership 4-H program, which stands for Head, Heart, Hand and Health.

For more information about the 4-H Fair, including a complete schedule of events, readers may visit w w w. e x t e n s i o n . p s u . e d u / programs/4-h/counties/chester /4-h-fair-chester-county.

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Worshipful Wednesdays, a weekly program that features dinner, outdoor worship and a time of fellowship, will continue through Aug. 29 at Calvary Lutheran Church, 730 S. New St., West Chester.

The outdoor worship events, which began on June 6, are held in a field located next to the church. The area is shaded, and chairs are provided for visitors.

In the event of rainy weather, the

service is moved indoors. “Attendance has been great,� said Kara Butler, a member of the church’s hospitality committee. “It’s been a good mix of (congregation) members and visitors.

And we have been lucky with the weather.�

Each Worshipful Wednesday begins with dinner served by church members at 5:45 p.m. “Weather permitting, we have dinner outside,� said Butler. “It’s hot dogs and hamburgers, chips, salads and (beverages).�

Cindy Muse, associate pastor of Calvary Lutheran Church, West Chester, welcomes visitors to a Worshipful Wednesday service. The weekly program includes dinner, outdoor worship and a time of fellowship.

about that person,� Butler noted.

Live music is also featured during the worship, which is led by senior pastor Daniel Krewson and associate pastor Cindy Muse.

Butler noted that people from all religious denominations are invited to attend, as well as those who do not have a home church. “Everyone is welcome. People can follow the worship with the program,� she said. “All the lyrics of the songs are also in the program. Everyone is super welcoming. Even if you are here as a visitor, all are welcome at God’s table.�

Butler said the program gives

attendees an opportunity to worship in an outdoor setting. “It’s really lively. People are seeming to enjoy it,� she said. “I think people respond well to being outdoors. It’s different and fun. “It’s getting back to basics,� she added. “It helps you focus on the message. It feels right being in nature. It’s a beautiful setting.�

In addition to Worshipful Wednesdays, the summer Sunday worship schedule at Calvary Lutheran Church includes services at 8 and 9:30 a.m. Nursery care is provided during the 9:30 a.m. service. A Rejoicing Spirits

As fans still celebrate the championship victory of the Philadelphia Eagles, Man to Man, the men’s ministry group at Hopewell United Methodist Church (UMC), in Downingtown, will present “Tailgate With Author Josh Cooley� on Monday, Aug. 6, at 7 p.m.

Cooley is the author of “The Biggest Win,� a book that details the lives and faith of six Eagles players on the championship team, including Carson Wentz, Nick Foles, Zach Ertz, Trey Burton, Jordan Hicks and Chris Maragos.

In the book, Cooley, a freelance sports writer, author and full-time children’s minister, tackles the issues of faith in professional football and other sports. The book includes forwards by Wentz, Foles, Ertz and others.

The outdoor event will begin with tailgating in the picnic area behind the church. “We will have grills going and offer Philly food hot dogs and soft pretzels,� explained Dan Hepner, pastor of Discipleship Ministries at Hopewell UMC. After dinner and a time of fellowship, Cooley will give a talk in the church’s outdoor amphitheater, followed by a question-andanswer session. Serving as master of ceremonies of the program will be Philadelphia sports radio talk show host Chris Stigall, who will also interview Cooley during his radio program prior to the event.

Hepner said the evening is open to all, including youngsters who may be considering a career in professional sports. ‘“The Biggest Win’ is about the Eagles’ magical season, but more

Krewson, senior pastor at Calvary Lutheran Church, West Chester, distributes Holy Communion during an outdoor Worshipful Wednesday service at the church. The program will continue on Wednesdays through Aug. 29.

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Josh Cooley importantly it is about these six players whose faith transcends their talent and abilities,� said Hepner. “We want young athletes to hear (the message). The book explains that these athletes put their faith ahead of their future and give glory to God for what they are able to achieve.�

Hepner noted that the book has received praise from players and coaches alike and that it is being used by pastors and youth leaders as a study guide.

He added that the Eagles’ victory is still being celebrated by fans. “ When (Eagles radio announcer) Merrill Reese said, ‘Let the party begin,’ he did not think that it would be a yearlong party,� said Hepner.

It is recommended that people purchase tickets in advance. A link to ticket sales is available at www.hopewellumc.org/mens -ministry. A limited number of tickets will also be available at the door. “The price gets you a book, and Josh will sign that book. You (also) get a meal and a nice night with a great writer. He is exceptional,� Hepner added.

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Dinner is free for those who preregister by emailing freedinner@clcwc.org or calling the church office at 610-696-2475 by noon on the Monday prior to that Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s service. Walkins are also be welcome and will be asked to pay a nominal fee for dinner.

Individuals may also sign up for the free dinner or to volunteer at the event by visiting www.clcwc.org/worshipfulwednesdays. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People may help set up, (assist with) Communion, do a reading or bring desserts,â&#x20AC;?

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Worship follows dinner at 6:30 p.m., and dessert and fellowship begin at 7:15 p.m.

Worship is casual and contemporary, and Holy Communion, in the forms of bread and wine, is available each week. The theme of the program is â&#x20AC;&#x153;12 Weeks With Jesus and the Disciples.â&#x20AC;?

Upcoming topics will include the following: Aug. 1, Mary of Magdela; Aug. 8, Joseph of Arimathea; Aug. 15, Unsung Disciples; Aug. 22, Dorcas; and Aug. 29, Lydia. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They hand out a card about (the topic) of the week with facts and tidbits you might not know

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Art Camp Parkesburg Library, 105 West St., Parkesburg, will offer a Summer Art Camp from Monday to Thursday, Aug. 6 to 9, from 10 a.m. to noon for children ages 8 to 15. The theme will be â&#x20AC;&#x153;Inside the Art - Outside the Box.â&#x20AC;?

During the camp, sponsored by the Coatesville Area Arts Alliance, students will create their own tag or brand with paint, rocks, wood, golf balls, found objects and gardening materials.

There is a fee per student.

For more information or to register, stop by the library, call 610-857-5165 or visit http://www.parkesburglibrary. org/event/summer-art-camp.

Society Meeting The Sadsbury Township Historical Society will hold a meeting on Monday, Aug. 6, at 7 p.m. in the Sadsbury Township Municipal Building, 2920 Lincoln Highway, Sadsburyville.

Doors will open at 6:45 p.m.

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to continue to visit through the program each summer until she reaches the age limit at 18.

The connection between Shyan and the Herrs has become a strong one that lasts beyond the week of her visit. The girls stay in touch by talking on the phone and writing letters throughout the year.

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The meeting is open to the public. Admission is free. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, call 717-4429240 or search for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sadsbury Township Historical Societyâ&#x20AC;? on Facebook.

TOPS Meeting TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), a nonprofit weight-loss support group, will meet on Tuesday, Aug. 7 (and every Tuesday), at the Oxford Senior Center, 12 Locust St., Oxford.

Weigh-in will be at 6 p.m.; the meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. Visitors are welcome to attend their first TOPS meeting free of charge. For more information, contact Joyce at 410-375-5629.

National Night Out The Christiana Police Department will take part in National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. in front of the Christiana Borough Hall, 10 W. Slokom Ave., Christiana.

The Christiana Fire Company will have activities, a representative from Amtrak will discuss track safety, the Chester County Sheriff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department and K-9 Unit will be on hand and there will be free water ice. For more information, visit www.face book.com/christianaboroughpd.

Vacation Bible School Kemblesville United Methodist Church, 1772 New London Road, Kemblesville, will offer a vacation Bible school (VBS) from Tuesday, Aug. 14, through Thursday, Aug. 16, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The theme will be â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shipwrecked.â&#x20AC;?

Each session will begin with a free community dinner from 5:45 to 6:25 p.m. School supplies will be provided. To register, readers may email kemblesvilleumc@verizon.net.

Chicken Barbecue The West Grove/Avondale Rotary Club will hold a drive-up chicken barbecue on Saturday, Aug. 18, at the Avondale Fire House, 23 Firehouse Way, Avondale, located on Route 41, south of Avondale.

The menu will include a halfchicken, chips, dessert and water. Pickup will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Proceeds will support the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local charities, including The Bridge, The Garage, Project Cure, Family Promise, the Avon Grove Library, student scholarships and local parks, as well as international causes such was worldwide cleft lip and palette surgery, polio eradication and disaster relief. For more information, call Sharon at 610869-3119.

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She would like to encourage other families to host children through the program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We get the blessing; we have a really fun time. We see where we live through her eyes,â&#x20AC;? Shirley said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would highly recommend it to families. It just broadens your world.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re happy to have her here for a week,â&#x20AC;? Tom added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great opportunity for us to invest in the life of one child, one week

out of the year.â&#x20AC;?

According to www.freshair .org, the Fresh Air Fund is an independent, not-for-profit agency that has provided free summer experiences to more than 1.8 million New York City children from low-income communities since 1877. Each summer, thousands of children visit volunteer host families in rural, suburban and small-town communities along the East Coast and southern Canada. For more information about the Fresh Air Fund, visit the website.

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Avon Grove Seniors Members of the Avon Grove Seniors group will meet on Wednesday Aug. 1, at 10 a.m. in the fellowship hall at the West Grove Presbyterian Church, 139 W. Evergreen St., West Grove.

Bingo will be featured.

Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, call 610-255-4477.

Library Events Atglen Public Library, 413 Valley Ave., Atglen, will present a family movie night on Thursday, Aug. 2, at 6 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Star Wars: A New Hopeâ&#x20AC;? will be shown.

Door prizes will be given away.

Additionally, the library will present the Franklin Institute Traveling Science Show Life in

The Pennsylvania National Horse Show (PNHS), presented

by The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund, has made significant changes for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s show, including increased prize money and an improved schedule. The 73rd annual event is set to welcome back the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top horses and riders to the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center, 2300 N. Cameron St., Harrisburg, from Thursday, Oct. 11, through Saturday, Oct. 20.

With an increase of over 30 percent in prize money for the Grand Prix, a star-studded field of international horses and riders can be expected for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $132,000 Grand Prix de Penn National. Prize money has also been increased to $50,000 in The PA Big Jump speed competition.

All Open Jumper competitions will be conducted under Federation Equestre International (FEI)

rules, with four classes counting toward the Longines FEI World Jumping Rankings List.

The 2018 PNHS will continue to host three North American League (NAL) Jumper Finals and two NAL Hunter Finals - all with increased prize money of $12,500 per final. The five NAL divisions include: Adult Jumper, Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jumper, Adult Hunter, Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hunter, and Low Junior/Amateur Jumper.

This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s show will also offer a new combined Amateur and Amateur-Owner Jumper 1.35m section and increased entry numbers for the Green Hunter 3â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and Green Hunter 3â&#x20AC;&#x2122;3â&#x20AC;? Divisions.

All hunter sections, including the Green Hunter 3â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and Green Hunter 3â&#x20AC;&#x2122;3â&#x20AC;? will use USEF Points to determine acceptance.

Points will be based on a horseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best 15 shows during the qualifying year, Aug. 21, 2017, to

Sunday, Aug. 19, 2018. For qualifying purposes only, points from both the 3â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and 3â&#x20AC;&#x2122;3â&#x20AC;? sections during the qualifying year will be used and a horse may only enter one section. That section choice may not be changed after the closing date of entries.

The PNHS is a premier equestrian event attracting the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top hunters and jumpers and features many of the top names in the sport. During the 10 days of national competition, 1,400 qualified junior and adult competitors from the U.S. and abroad vie for more than $500,000 in prize money and eight national championships.

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Pop-up art installations and street busking will also take place throughout the festival.

Restaurants and more than 20 food trucks will offer takeout and dine-in food options.

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Borough, the Oxford Area High School, 705 Waterway Road, Oxford, will be available as an off-site parking area. Free shuttle buses will be available beginning at 9:45 a.m. The last shuttle will leave the downtown area at midnight.

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The Battle of the Bands will include BetterDucks, Chloe Likes Olivia, Half Past Seven, HourGlass, and Toney Sparks. The winner of the Battle of the Bands will open for the Connective Festival headliner, Los Angelesbased platinum recording artist Eve 6.

People of all ages may participate in activities at walk-up workshop tents.

At the Art and Nature Experience tent, a giant, interactive floor mandala will be constructed with natural materials. Attendees may also receive information about repurposing trash and participate in creative activities from Brandywine River Museum. Representatives of the Stroud Water Research Center will be present.

The Music Connection tent will feature an instrument petting zoo, musical demonstrations, and a Music and Movement workshop. Members of the Universal African Dance and Drum Ensemble will lead a walkup drum circle.

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The family-friendly event is a fundraiser hosted in partnership

by Oxford Arts Alliance (OxAA) and Oxford Mainstreet Inc. (OMI). The Connective Festival aims to bring the community together through art and music.

The festival’s Gallery Row will feature more than 20 juried artisans, including sculptors, printmakers, fine artists, potters, fiber artists, and jewelers. Art demonstrators will be set up throughout the festival to showcase how their art is made. Art vendors will include Lee Archer, Ethel Backenstose, Octoraro Art Association, Charles Emlen, and others. The demonstrators will include Maggie Creshkoff, Reenie Chase, Rob Sigafoos, Scott Gold II, Charlie Kain, and Dave Keefer. A new public art mural will also be created over the course of the event.

The Clash of the Canvases competition will feature artists Brandon Cahill, Jamie Corbett, Fred Osborne, and Will Rosen.

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The American Cancer Society (ACS) has released new recommendations for colorectal cancer screening guidelines, including the age screenings should begin for colorectal cancer. Previously, the screening age for a person at average risk was 50. The new guidelines have reduced that age to 45.

By lowering the screening age, the goal is to detect colorectal cancer earlier in patients who are at an increased risk for the disease. Even with advances in detection and treatment, colorectal cancer is the number one abdominal malignancy that affects both men and women.

Roughly 1 in 20 Americans will develop this cancer, and getting a colonoscopy can help in the detection and treatment of it.

Last year, the Journal of the National Cancer Institute found that colon cancer rates increased from 1 percent to 2.4 percent annually since the mid-1980s among adults ages 20 to 39. For the 39 years encompassed in the study, rectal cancer rates grew 3.2 percent annually for adults ages 20 to 39.

Colon and rectal cancer have, historically, affected older men and women. But the most recent research shows an increase in the number of adults in their 20s and 30s who are being diagnosed with these cancers, particularly rectal cancer.

Individuals already at an increased risk for colorectal

cancer as a result of their lifestyle or family history may need to begin screenings at an earlier age. Individuals should talk to their health care provider about risk factors and what age they should begin screenings.

People who are at high or increased risk for colorectal cancer can include those with a family or personal history of colon or rectal cancer or colorectal polyps; a family or personal history of other cancers, including ovarian, uterine, gastric, and breast; a history of inflammatory bowel disease; and a personal history of radiation to the abdomen or pelvic area as a result of cancer treatment.

The ACS’ new guidelines also issue recommendations about colorectal cancer screening methods. While colonoscopy remains the gold standard for both the detection and treatment of colorectal cancer and precancerous polyps, other options are available.

In its new guidelines, the ACS recommends choosing from six different types of screening tests. Screenings include a highly sensitive fecal immunochemical test, a highly sensitive guaiac-based fecal occult blood test, multi-targeted stool DNA tests every three years, a colonoscopy every 10 years, a virtual colonoscopy (CT colonography) every five years, and flexible sigmoidoscopy every five years.

These screening recommendations are for every patient, and it does not matter which method they choose. However, if a test is positive, people should make sure to follow up See Guidelines pg 7

Junior Grange Princess from pg 1 Cassandra “Cassy” Kehs of Cochranville was named the Pennsylvania State Junior Grange Princess on July 7. Zak Persagetti of Greenville was named the Pennsylvania State Junior Grange Prince.

Cassy is a member of the Russellville Junior Grange, located in Upper Oxford Township in Chester County. She has been a member of the Russellville Junior Grange since 2009 and has held a number of positions, including secretary, pomona, overseer and steward.

Cassy is the daughter of Thomas and Jennifer Kehs.

She attends Oxford Area High School, where she is enrolled as a sophomore. She participates in the Early College Academy program, which allows her to enroll in both high school and college classes. The program will provide her the opportunity to graduate from high school with a diploma and an associate degree.

As her first act of service as the Pennsylvania State Junior Grange Princess, Cassy visited the Heritage Valley Medical Center located in Beaver on July 7 to deliver handmade thank you cards on behalf of the Pennsylvania State Junior Grange to thank the nurses and doctors. Heritage Valley Medical Center is where Cassy’s grandfather, Richard “Bapa” Sattler, had been hospitalized and treated for pneumonia from June 30 to July 6. He was able to return home on July 6. The thank you cards were distributed as a way of expressing Cassy’s appreciation for the service the staff members provide to local communities every day and specifically to thank those

Pitch, Hit & Run from pg 1 “I didn’t even pass the first round,” she recalled. “I did a lot more practicing at home, and I went to a hitting coach.”

Ashley is helped by her father, David, who even added a batting cage to their backyard.

“Last year was the first year the Oxford Recreation Authority offered (Pitch, Hit & Run), so we didn’t really know what to expect,” David said. “We went out, we tried it, we got a feel for what it was about and started this year focusing on what (Ashley) needed to improve on.”

“She works really hard. She’s in it to win it,” added Ashley’s mother, Monna. “She’s very competitive and she’s a great team player.”

This year, Ashley placed first at the local level in the division for 11- and 12-year-old softball players. That made her eligible to compete in the sectional-level competition, held in Caln. There, she was again the winner of her division.

When the sectional scores from eastern Pennsylvania and

southern New Jersey were tallied, she was among those selected to take part in the Team Competition in Philadelphia.

Pitch, Hit & Run is a free competition sponsored by Major League Baseball (MLB) and Scotts Inc. Competition is open to boys and girls ages 7 through 14 in softball and baseball.

Entrants throw six balls at a target, run on the baseball diamond and hit from a tee for distance and accuracy.

After local and sectional levels, each MLB team holds its own Pitch, Hit & Run competition at its stadium to select representatives to go on to the finals at the MLB All-Star Game, where the national championships of the Pitch, Hit & Run are decided.

“It was fun. I liked being out on the field that the Phillies play on,” said Ashley. “ We got to warm up on the field and got to go to a game.”

Ashley made a good showing in Philadelphia. For her secondplace finish, she was awarded a plaque in the shape of home

Zak Persagetti and Cassandra “Cassy” Kehs were named the Pennsylvania State Junior Grange Prince and Princess, respectively, on July 7. individuals involved in allowing Sattler to return home.

Cassy also plans to deliver thank you cards to the Jennersville Regional Hospital and the Rehab Care Group at Jenners Pond in West Grove. She anticipates continuing to actively serve local communities across the state through various community service projects.

Pictured on front: As her first act of service as the Pennsylvania State Junior Grange Princess, Cassandra “Cassy” Kehs (center) visited the Heritage Valley Medical Center located in Beaver to deliver handmade thank you cards on behalf of the Pennsylvania State Junior Grange.

Accepting the cards were Heather Rice (left) and Cari Marker.

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Hitting has become her strongest portion of the competition. At the Philadelphia competition, she hit a distance of 112 feet. “I like hitting probably the best out of those three (parts of the event),” she said.

Just reaching the Team Competition level it is an accomplishment and a memorable experience for the ballplayers. Approximately 650,000 children competed nationwide at the local levels, with just 700 reaching the Team Competition level as Ashley did.

“It was a neat experience to see her name up on the jumbotron,” David said. “These are memories that will last a lifetime for her.”

In addition to playing softball, Ashley plays basketball; is in the school band, playing clarinet; and is a member of the choral ensemble and Student Council.

She likes math and social studies and hopes to attend West Chester University to study criminal justice. She loves animals, and her ultimate goal is to be a canine handler for law enforcement.

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Pictured on front: Jon Weaver-Kreider (left) and Joel Nofziger have helped to collect 40,000 books for the annual Bookworm Frolic, to be held at the Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society from Aug. 15 through 18.

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If individuals notice any of the symptoms of colorectal cancer, regardless of their age or health status, they should call their health care provider. Symptoms include a change in bowel habits, like diarrhea or constipation; rectal bleeding; blood in the stool; abdominal pain or cramping; weakness and fatigue; and unintended weight loss.

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When an organization collects 40,000 books for a sale and endeavors to sell all those books in four days, drastic sales measures may be employed. The Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society (LMHS) takes on such a challenge with by-the-box discounts beginning on the third day of its annual Bookworm Frolic. On the final day, the box price will be even lower.

Although LMHS provides boxes, bookworms may bring their own.

“The rule is for it to count, you have to be able to lift (the box of books) yourself,” explained Joel Nofziger, LMHS director of communications, who added jokingly, “Don’t bring a refrigerator box.”

This year’s LMHS Bookworm Frolic will take place at LMHS, 2215 Millstream Road, Lancaster, from Wednesday, Aug. 15, through Saturday, Aug. 18. The Frolic will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day except for Aug. 18, when the sale will close at 4 p.m.

According to Jon WeaverKreider, used book manager for LMHS, who is helming this year’s sale, books that have been collected for the Frolic fit into more than 20 categories. “We have a lot of theology and religion,

history and politics,” said Weaver-Kreider, who added that he had counted 113 boxes of children’s books. Weaver-Kreider listed cookbooks, fiction, novels, and Christian fiction among the other categories that will be well represented at the sale. A number of foreign language books in German were also donated for the Frolic. While most of the books available for purchase will be set up outside the LMHS building under a tent, the music section and new books, which will be sold at special discount prices during the sale, will be located inside.

Weaver-Kreider noted that food at this year’s sale will be provided by food trucks. “On Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, we will have Italian sandwiches, breakfast sandwiches, and hot dogs, and on Saturday, we will have breakfast burritos, burgers, sandwiches, saffron and jasmine rice, kabobs, and Costa Rican chicken sandwiches,” said Weaver-Kreider, who added that the food trucks were selected for the diverse menus they offer.

According to Nofziger, nothing donated for the sale will end up in the trash. “At the very end of the sale, we allow organizations to bid by category,” Nofziger explained. “On Saturday, if there’s a category an

at the Suburban Pavilion, 2104 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, by calling 717-544-0170 and choosing option 1, or by visiting www.lghealth.org/giveblood. The Blood Donor Center hours are Mondays from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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organization is interested in, they can make a bid to buy all the books in that category that do not sell, and they just have to come and collect them.” Organizations that have an interest in buying a lot of books may contact Weaver-Kreider at 717-3939745. Items that are not purchased are recycled to raise funds for Mennonite Central Committee Relief and Development projects.

A number of volunteers help make the Bookworm Frolic a success. Weaver-Kreider calculated that 20 volunteers are needed daily to help during the sale, and that about 100 volunteers are involved in the overall event. During the year, up to 30 volunteers help sort incoming book donations.

The sale attracts about 4,000 visitors annually, raising up to $40,000 for the organization. All funds raised by the event become part of the general operating budget of the historical society.

Readers who would like to learn more about the historical society may visit www.lmhs.org.

Hymns formed more than four years ago. “My husband is our lead guitarist, and he co-wrote some of the songs with me as well. He and I played in a previous band together,” she noted.

“We met everybody else along the way. Cindy has been playing since the 1970s. The keyboardist was friends with my husband, and he played in another band.

The drummer is very new to the band, but he is friends with our keyboardist.

“We are feeling really good about our (current) lineup,” she added.

Megan noted that this is the first time that the band has been part of the Honey Brook concert series. “We are looking forward to playing in Honey Brook. We have a lot of fun,” she said.

For more information about the band and to view videos of past performances, readers may visit the website or www.facebook.com/thewildhymns.

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The third concert in the Honey Brook Summer Concert Series will feature The Wild Hymns and will take place on Aug. 5 in Honey Brook Borough Park. The band includes (from left) Robert Shuckle, Megan Woodland Hewitt, Cindy David, Jeff Hewitt and (not pictured) Alex White.

the guitar. Also featured in the band are Megan’s husband, Jeff Hewitt, who plays lead guitar; Alex White on drums; Robert Shuckle on keyboards; and Cindy David, who plays bass and sings harmony vocals.

During the upcoming concert, audience members can expect to hear a mix of modern folk and Americana with touches of jazz, pop and improvisational rock ’n’ roll. “We occasionally do a few classic cover songs from the ’60s and ’70s, but for the most part we sing originals, which are folksy with jazz and mellow rock ’n’ roll influences,” said Megan.

According to www.thewildhymns.com, the group has performed at venues such as Bethlehem Musikfest, Kable House Presents in York and the Long’s Park amphitheater in Lancaster. The group released its second album of original music, “This Burning Love,” in November 2016 and is currently completing the recording of its third album of original music.

“We play a lot of festivals. We like playing outside, and it’s fun,” said Megan. “ We don’t play (clubs) because our music is more mellow.”

Megan said attendees will enjoy clapping and dancing along to the music. “We call it folk, but it has a pop element,” she stated.

“It is catchy, and we have a good rhythm. We (perform) some songs with an old-timey jazz feel, so it’s fun to dance to for sure.”

Megan said that she has been playing her original music for about 10 years and that The Wild

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Chicken Thighs & Drums ................................ 40 lb. case 59¢ lb.

Lean Ground Beef or Burgers .................... 22.5 lb. case $2.49 lb.

Sliced Canadian Bacon................................... 6 lb. case $1.29 lb.

Shredded Mozzarella or Cheddar Cheese .... 30 lb. case $2.19 lb.

All Beef Salami or Beef Bologna .................. 10 lb. case 99¢ lb.

Mozzarella Cheese ....................................... 12 lb. case $1.69 lb.

Kellogg’s Rice Krispies or Bran Flakes ...........14 count $2.49 ea.

Pure Orange Juice ............................6 count, 59 oz. $5.99 case Large 16” Cheese Pizzas .............................. 8 count case $14.99 Kunzler Pulled Pork BBQ ............................. 2-5 lb. tubs $1.99 lb.

Lots of Nice Yogurt ...........................3 cases or more $2.49 case Martin’s Chips ..........................................8 count case $2.49 ea.

Spiral Sliced Hams ........................................... 30 lb. avg. 99¢ lb.

Fully Cooked Sliced Turkey Breast ................ 9 lb. case $1.89 lb.

Post Honey Comb Cereal ................................ 12/14 oz. $1.49 ea.

Nice Sliced Chicken Steaks for Sandwiches 10 lb. case $1.59 lb.

Breaded, Chicken Thigh Nuggets .................... 10 lb. case 99¢ lb.

Boneless, Skinless Chicken Legs & Thighs . 40 lb. case $1.29 lb.

Corn Flakes .............................................. 8 count / 18 oz. $1.99 ea.

Hatfield Pure Lard ......................................5 gallon pail $1.69 lb.

Nice Quality Paper Towels ........................... 30 in a case 99¢ ea.

Sliced American Cheese ............................. 20 lb. case $2.09 lb.

Land O’Lakes Shredded Yellow Amer. Cheese .... 4/5 lb. bags $1.29 lb.

Nice Sliced Bacon Ends ................................ 12 lb. case $1.29 lb.

Nitrate Free 15 Lb. Bulk Sliced Bacon ............................ $1.59 lb.

Sweet Bologna Rolls .................................... 20 lb. case $1.99 lb.

Cream Cheese ............................... 8 oz. bar; 12 lb. case $1.99 lb.

Whipped Topping ......................................... 18/8 oz. $19.99 case Jumbo Cut Chicken Wings ........................ 40 lb. case $1.59 lb.

Boneless Smoked Hams ...................... 25 lb. avg. case $1.29 lb.

Nice Breaded Fish Sticks .............................. 10 lb. case $1.99 lb.

Very Nice Smoked Ham Steaks Indv. Wrapped, 21 lb. avg. ....$1.19 lb.

Nice Boneless Pork Butts ............................ 60 lb. case $1.59 Lb. Good Quality Mayonnaise ..............................................gal. $9.99 Chipped Steak............................................. 6-5 lb. bags $1.99 lb.

Toilet Tissue ................................................................... $1.89 lb.

Nice Ham & Cheese Sandwiches .......................24 count 25¢ ea.

Turkey Ham ...................................... 12 count 14.11 oz. $1.89 ea.

Sliced Applewood Bacon........................... 13.5 lb. case $1.99 lb.

Farmers, Longhorn, Muenster or Swiss Cheese ............$2.89 lb.

Lean Ground Turkey ........................3 lb. rolls/18 lb. case 99¢ lb.

Vanilla Ice Cream Sandwiches ....................... 72 ct. $15.89 case

We Stock Bulk Flour, Sugar, Oatmeal, Oreos, Ritz & Premium Saltines

EPHRATA 322 GENERAL STORE WAREHOUSE CALL TO ORDER 717-368-5964 • Hours 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.

*Prices Good through August 7, 2018 or While Supplies Last.

Payment Expected On Delivery.

DELIVERY ONLY! (CASE LOT SALES ONLY)

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The Wild Hymns To Perform In Concert

August 1, 2018 - 7

Park is located in the borough of Honey Brook on Pequea Avenue (Route 10), directly behind the Honey Brook Post Office. For additional information, readers may call the Honey Brook Borough Office, email Jeanne Jenzano at jjenzano@hbboro.net or visit www.honeybrook borough.net and click on Concerts in the Park under Public Information in the left-hand column.

the Pete Kilpatrick Band.

During all of the concerts, food will be available for sale by the Honey Brook Lions Club. Visitors should bring chairs and blankets for seating.

In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be canceled by 1 p.m. on the day of the show. There will be a recorded message on the borough office line at 610-273-2020.

The Honey Brook Borough

8 - COMMUNITYCOURIER - Oxford Edition - August 1, 2018

A total of 64 students graduated from Pope John Paul II (PJP II) Regional Catholic Elementary School on June 5 during a Mass at St. Peter Church in West Brandywine. The theme for this year’s eighth-grade Eucharistic celebration and commencement ceremony was “Go Make a Difference.” Father Fitzpatrick, pastor of St. Peter Church, was the primary celebrant.

Following the Mass, students were commended for academic achievements and awarded more than $27,000 in scholarship money Pope John Paul II Regional Catholic Elementary School graduSee Graduates pg 9 ated 64 eighth-graders on June 5.

Come To Our House Of Worship AVONDALE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: “Joined Together as a Lifeline Between Christ & Community.” Sunday Worship at 9:15 am. My Special Worship at 11 am. Nursery for 5 & younger available.

Youth Group (grades 6-12) Sundays 68:30 pm. Handbells & Choir on Thursday eves. Small Groups. Pastor Dave Bergstrom, 420 Pennsylvania Ave., Avondale. www.avondalepc.org; avondale.pc@verizon.net Office 610-268-2919 BELLEVUE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: (A member congregation of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church): 810 Newport Ave, Gap, PA. Sunday Worship Services 8am & 10:45am, Sunday Schl (for all ages) 9:30am. Nursery provided for both worship Services & Sunday Schl. Youth grps meet Sunday evenings at 6:30pm.

Wednesday eve- Kingdom Kids (ages K5th grade); children, youth & adult vocal choirs & three bell choirs; Sr. High boys & girls Bible Studies. J.T. Holderman, Pastor. Brad Moger, Asst Pastor www.bellevueepc.org 717-442-4077 BETHANY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA) 2483 Baltimore Pk., Oxford. 610-9323962 Dr. Mark D. Mathews, Pastor.

A family of believers called by God to love one another. Come and worship the risen Savior. Sunday Life Groups all ages 9:30am; Worship 10:45am with Jr. Church & Nursery Provided. Celebrate Recovery: Tuesdays 6:30pm-9pm (free meal). Wednesday Eves: 6pm-7:30pm: FROG Youth Mtg for preschool-5th grade, also Jr. High. http://www.bethanypca.org secretary@bethanypca.org CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE: Sunday Worship Service 9am. Sunday School 10:30am. GEMS for girls (Sundays) & CSB for boys (Wednesdays). 101 E. First Ave., Parkesburg; Pastor Gary Becker. 610-857-3887 cotobible.org COMMUNITY OF LOVE LUTHERAN CHURCH “Sharing God’s Abundant Love”.

117 N. 4th St., Oxford, 610-998-0282.

Sunday Worship 9:30 am www.collutheranchurch.org FAITH BIBLE CHAPEL: “Ordinary People Serving An Extraordinary God.” Sunday Services: Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m. (infant nursery and children’s church available). Wed. Services: Prayer Mtg. 7:00 p.m. 140 Bernard Ave., Cochranville. Pastor Scott Althouse 610-593-6333, fbchapel@zoominternet.net FREEDOM LIFE: We’re all about loving God, loving people & loving life! Join us on Sundays at 10am at Octorara High School for the best 75min of your week!

It’s a place where the smiles are warm, the music is upbeat & the coffee is free.

Lead Pastors: Sam & Michele Masteller. www.freedomlife.tv

ENCOUNTER CHURCH: 300 Hideaway Drive Quarryville, PA 17566 Sunday Service & Kid’s Church 9:30am. office@encounterchurchpa.org www.encounterchurchpa.org 717-786-2756

MT. VERNON CHRISTIAN CHURCH: Neighbors Multiplying God’s Kindness, 1 Lighthouse Dr, Kirkwood.Pastor Mervin Charles, Asst. Pastor Al Stoltzfus. Sunday School-all ages 9am, Worship 10:15am. Handicap Access. 717-5294102 mtvernonchristianchurch.com

GAP COMMUNITY CHURCH: “Connecting People To Christ For The Journey Of A Lifetime” “The Sunday Experience” starts with the Community Corner Cafe located off of the upper level parking lot opens at 8:30am. Worship Service starts at 10am in the lower level auditorium. During the 10am Worship service both Summit Kids children’s ministry and Anchor Youth junior high ministry are providing an age appropriate Worship service for ages K-5 & grades 6th 8th. Lead Pastor is Cody Hall. Located at 835 Houston Run - Gap Pa 17527 or visit http://gapcommunity.church

PARKESBURG BAPTIST CHURCH: 103 West St., (next to Parkesburg Library & Minich Park). 610-857-9135 or Email: info@parkesburgbaptist.org. Pastor: Rev. Mary C. Lewis. Sunday School for infants-adults 9:15 am. Worship 10:30 am Nursery Care & Jr. Church provided.

Youth Grp (6th-12th grade) Sunday eves 5-7 pm. Bible Quizzing also, contact church for times. Thursday Bible Study 7 pm. For more info contact the church or www.parkesburgbaptist.org

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 KELTON CHURCH OF CHRIST. 335 S. Jennersville Rd., West Grove, PA 19390, 610-345-5059. Minister Chuck Wyeth Cell 806-928-8218. Sunday Worship 10am-12pm; Sunday 6pm-7pm; Weds 7pm-8pm- Old Testament Bible Study. Facebook: keltonchurchofchrist www.keltoncofc.org 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. www.littlebritainchuch.org lbpc@littlebritainchurch.org Hearing assistance devices.

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH: This vibrant & vital Catholic church is always looking for & welcoming new people to our parish. Rev. Michael F. Hennelly, Pastor. 203 Church Rd, Oxford, PA 19363 610-932-5040. www.sacredheart.us Mass schedule: Sat. 5pm; Sun 7:45am, 9am, 10:30am & 12pm. Daily Mass: Mon, Wed & Thurs 8am; Tues 7pm; Fri 8:30am. Confession: Sat. 44:40pm. Our School: Pre-K-8th grade.

Religious Education grades 1-6th.

ST. CHRISTOPHER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Welcomes You! 116 Lancaster Pike, Oxford (Rt. 472 just East of Rt. 1 bypass ramps.) Sunday Holy Communion Services at 8:30am quiet & reflective & at 10:30am with Festive Music. Christian Formation & Education for all ages occurs btwn the services at 9:30. Nursery available. Join us for a beautiful Liturgy & warm Community. Check our website for updates. Rev. Dr. Mary Ann Mertz Rector@stchrisoxford.org 610-932-8134. www.stchrisoxford.org

MANOR PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA) “Come find spiritual life in Christ for your family.” Cochranville: Rte. 926, halfway between Rte. 41 & Rte. 10. Sunday: Worship at 9:30 a.m. with Sunday School for Pre-K & Kids Worship for K5th grade. 11 a.m. - Sunday School for Youth & Adults with child care. 6:30 p.m. - Youth Group for 6th-12th grades twice a month. 610-869-2402. www.manorpresbyterian.com

UPPER OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 1121 Octorara Trail (on Rt. 10 a mile south of Rt. 30), Parkesburg, PA. Sunday worship services at 9:30am. (contemporary) & 11am. (traditional).

The last Sunday of each month we have a combined service at 9:30am. Adult Sunday School classes during both worship services. Children’s Sunday School at 9:45am. Youth Group meets at 10:45am. Children’s choirs, adult choir, Youth Grp & a variety of adult groups & home grps. Upper Octorara is a member of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church. 610-857-5787, www.uopcepc.org Bill Kelly, Pastor. Bill Cliff, Assist Pastor Discipleship & Outreach.

MAPLE GROVE MENNONITE CHURCH: 549 Swan Rd., Atglen. 610-593-6658, info@maplegrove-atglen.org Mike Lusby, Lead Pastor; Matt Chambers, Minister of Worship & Music. Sunday School 9am, Sunday Worship 10am, Children’s Church, Nursery provided. Youth Group Wed., 7pm. Christian Preschool. www.maplegrove-atglen.org

WEST GROVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 300 N. Guernsey Rd. West Grove.

610-869-9334. On Sundays, July and August, blended worship (both contemporary and traditional) at 9:30am. Also, Nursery and Children’s Worship. On Wednesday evenings, 6-8pm, fellowship w/free hot dogs, games & fun for all. www.westgroveumc.org

Church Listing Information, Call 717-492-2524.

Church Listing changes email to: asheaffer@engleonline.com

Harvest Tours Of Queen Details Historic Wanted Sites The new Solanco Fair Queen Program Committee is reaching out to the community for information about past pageants, including photographs, yearbooks, newspaper clippings, programs, or other memorabilia, to showcase at the new 2018 Solanco Fair Queen Competition. The Solanco Harvest Queen was the original program and was last held sometime in the late 1960s to early 1970s.

Committee members would also like to speak with past Solanco Harvest Queens and contestants. Readers interested in sharing information may contact the program chairperson at 717-847-3742.

Posted The Old Caln Historical Society has posted its next open house, which will take place on Sunday, Aug. 5, from 1 to 3 p.m.

Guided tours of the circa 1726 Old Caln Meetinghouse, located on Route 340 in Thorndale, and the circa 1837 Hexagonal Schoolhouse, located on Municipal Drive in Thorndale, will be conducted by members of the historical society and the Caln Township Historical Commission.

The public is invited to attend. For more information, call 610-384-8153.

Women In The Wild Event Set West Caln Sportsmen’s Club, 1271 Telegraph Road, Coatesville, will host its annual Women in the Wild event on Saturday, Aug. 11, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., rain or shine. Women age 18 and over may choose from 10 introductory sessions that range from kayaking and orienteering to self-defense and situational awareness to archery and shooting.

Preregistration per person will be discounted. The registration fee will include a continental breakfast, up to four sessions, and lunch.

For session descriptions, the list of vendors, and registration, visit www.sites.google.com/view/witw.

“Since 1948”

Gap Relief Auction Friday and Saturday, August 10 & 11, 2018 Solanco Fairgrounds (Quarryville) PA. At Lancaster take Rt. 222 south to Quarryville, then Rt. 472 till you see the Solanco Fairgrounds on right. See SIGN “Gap Relief Auction”

to be sold Sat. 12-12:30pm

to be sold Sat. 12-12:30pm

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Tower: 4 x 4, 5’ Deck Height Vinyl Roof • Trapeze Entrance Ladder 3-Position Single Beam 2 Belt Swings Wonder Wave Slide

If you would like to make a donation, please contact Levi at 717-529-6178 or Ammon at 717-786-0879

Friday, August 10, 2018 4-7 p.m.

Pork Roast Dinner. Eat-in or take-out.

Invite your friends for dinner! Pork by the quart!

4-9 p.m.

Preview Auction Items. Stroll through the quilt displays. Inspect items to be sold on Sat. 6:30-7:15 p.m. Special Singing 7:15 p.m.

MCC Speaker/Offering NOTICE: 7:30 p.m.

Auction Begins 2019 Auction Date, Fresh Produce Stand In Auction Barn

Saturday, August 11, 2018 6:00 a.m.

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Country breakfast begins. Pancakes, sausage, eggs.

Auction Begins Block #1 Household Items, Large Collection of Crafts, Fresh Produce Stand In Auction Barn, etc.

Farm Items - Hardware, Tools. Block #2 Children’s Auction - Items for children and sold to children Shrubbery - followed by Outdoor Lawn Furniture Block #2 Large Furniture: Oak, Cherry, Pine, & Maple.

Special Items - Includes Spring Wagon Sheds, Gazebos, Swing Set, Etc. Quilt Auction. Quilts and quilted wall hangings.

Anabaptist Churches Supporting Mennonite Central Committee For World Relief.

Visa & Mastercard will be accepted. No out-of-state checks please.

Food All Day - Soft Ice Cream made while you wait.

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Hunter Travels To Costa Rica Tracy Hunter of Oxford traveled to Costa Rica from May 12 to 21 as part of an interdisciplinary course called Coffee Culture and the Environment in Costa Rica. Hunter is a senior biochemistry and environmental science major at Widener University, Chester.

During the spring semester, Hunter learned about the three dimensions of sustainable development - environmental, economic and social - through an examination of coffee production in Central America. The course culminated in the study abroad trip in May.

Graduates from pg 8 for high school. Following the ceremony, graduates returned to PJP II School for a dance to celebrate their accomplishments.

Pope John Paul II Regional Catholic Elementary School, located in West Brandywine, is a coeducational parochial school offering

prekindergarten for children age 3 through eighth grade. Little Saints Academy Child Care at Pope John Paul II School serves infants and children ages 3 to 36 months. For more information or to request a tour, readers may call 610-384-5961 or visit www.popejohnpaul2sch.org.

PUBLIC AUCTION +/- 53 ACRE FARM PARKESBURG AREA

SAT., SEPT. 8, 2018 - 12:00 P.M.

PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE AT WWW.EPCCLASSIFIEDS.COM

Auction held for: Paul T. Mann Estate Property located at: 51 E. Highland Rd., Parkesburg, PA 19365 Chester County

YOUR ATTENTION

NOTICE

Directions: From Gap, PA take Rt. 41 S 9.0 M to Highland Rd. L 3.0 to property on L. From Oxford, PA take Rt. 10 N 12.0 M to Highland Rd. R 0.8 M to property on L. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Real Estate: 3 BR, 1.5 BA farmhouse w/front & side porches consisting of 3 BRs & full bath on 2nd flr., walkup attic, spacious kitchen, living & dining rms. & half bath on first flr.

Full basement w/concrete flr. Outbuildings: 2-car garage & additional 20x30 shop. Acreage: Approx. 52.93 acres of land - 40+ tillable with approx. 5.5 acres of woodland & approx. 6.5 acres of pasture, balance in house & improvements. On-site water & septic. 200 amp electric service & oil forced warm air heat. Property is in Chester Co. Ag preservation program.

Auctioneer’s Note: Beautiful & secluded setting w/improvements situated in middle of the tillable acreage. Info to follow in future ads regarding sale of personal property & farm equipment immediately following sale of real estate. Additional photos & information available at our website.

Terms: Property sold as is. 10% deposit day of sale. Settlement on or before November 8, 2018.

Showings: Please call auctioneer at (717) 575-4263 to schedule showing.

ADOPTION: LOVING, secure couple hopes to adopt a baby. Expenses pd.

Denise & Nick, 1-800-401-1639

REGISTRATION IS OPEN! YORK YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE FALL 2018/SPRING 2019 REGISTRATION AGES 4-16 (CO-ED LEAGUE) U6, U8, U11, U14, U17 REGISTER ONLINE: WWW.YYSL.ORG

Kling & Diebler LLP - Attorney

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announcements sale day take precedence over public ads.

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4 FREE WEEKS OF ADVERTISING when you purchase 4 weeks in over 3 million homes in the Mid-Atlantic States of Pennsylvania, Ohio, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, West Virginia Virginia and Washington DC in publications like this one and many more. Call Engle Printing & Publishing Co. Inc., Classifieds, 1-800-428-4211 for more details.

FOR SALE

PETERSHEIM & LONGENECKER AUCTIONEERS David and Orpha Rose Longenecker AU005150 / AU003806 (717) 575-4263 www.petersheimandlongenecker.com

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PUBLIC AUCTION +/- 4 ACRE FARM

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Appliances REFRIGERATOR, STOVE, WASHER, DRYER, $150 & up; STACKABLE WASHER & DRYER, $350. Delivery available.

Call 717-392-9513

Directions: From Gap PA take Rt. 41 S 9.0 M to Highland Road L 3.2M - Highland turns into Stottsville - follow to .3M to property on L. From Oxford, PA take Rt. 10 N 12.0 M to Highland Road R 1M - Highland turns into Stottsville Rd. - follow .3M to property on L. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Real Estate: 4 BR, 2 bath stone farmhouse circa 1800 set on 4 acres with pond and fenced pasture. First floor consists of foyer, spacious living room, dining room, full bath, large eat-in kitchen which opens up to deck. Second floor consists of master bedroom w/access to adjacent stable, full bath, three additional bedrooms and room for office or storage. Full basement with concrete floor.

Outbuildings: Large 36’x36’ - 6-car garage with unfinished second floor adjacent to house off of paved driveway, springhouse, existing stone barn foundation, large storage shed, run-in sheds and small barns, attached small animal stable under roof. Utilities: On site water and septic. 200 amp electric service and propane gas, forced warm air heat, wood/coal stove, central air. Property features: Pond, 3 stall small animal stable attached to house with access to pasture, fenced pasture, storage barn, large detached shop/6 bay garage.

Auctioneer’s Note: Large historic stone home in country setting with pond, pasture, and large garage with potential for construction or in-home business.

Additional photos and information available at our website.

Terms: Property sold As-Is. 10% deposit day of sale. Buyer pays 2% State Transfer Tax. Settlement on or before November 13, 2018.

Showings: Open House Dates: Saturday, August 4 & 18, 4-6 P.M. - Property also shown by appointment.

Please call auctioneer at (717) 575-4263 to schedule private showing.

Kling & Diebler LLP - Attorney David and Orpha Rose Longenecker AU005150 / AU003806 (717) 575-4263 www.petersheimandlongenecker.com announcements sale day take precedence over public ads.

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GORDONVILLE FIRE CO. ANNUAL FALL AUCTION Quilts, Building Material, Construction Equipment, Shrubbery, Buggies And Crafts

SATURDAY, SEPT. 15 8:30 A.M. Location: Gordonville Fire Hall, Gordonville, PA Quilts and quilt tops only will be consigned at Elmer Stoltzfus 153 Maple St. Gordonville, PA 17529. Aug. 20 to Sept. 1, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday thru Friday. All other items including crafts will be consigned Thursday, Sept.

13 thru Friday, Sept. 14 at the Fire Hall. Note We will be selling all kind of small crafts at this auction. For more info., call David 717-768-3512 or Fire Hall 717-768-3869.

Good food by the Ladies Aux. TERMS BY: Gordonville Sale Committee Local Auctioneers

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Auction held for: Susan Terrey Property located at: 442 Stottsville Road, Parkesburg, PA 19365 - Chester County

Lawn & Garden

SAILBOAT (1982 FORCE5. 13 ft.) with trailer. Easy to rig and fun to sail. Price negotiable. Call Paul at 610-742-1284 or pkd216@msn.com.

• LAWN MOWING • YARD CLEAN-UP • TREE/ BRANCH CHIPPING • PRESSURE WASHING FREE EST. FULLY INS. 610-998-5767

Collectibles

PINE SHAVINGS, RAILROAD TIES, Fence Posts/ Fence Supplies. Large/ Small Quantities. Call For Prices. Holtwood Supply, 717-284-0883.

BUYING TOYS & COLLECTIBLES www.DNRCollectibles.com PA’s Largest Buyer of Toys & Collectibles 27 E Lancaster Street, Red Lion, PA Hours: 10:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday 717-329-8167 • rhoward1771@gmail.com Toys Vintage or Modern, New or Used, Hess Trucks, Barbies, Diecast, Hot Wheels & Matchbox, Action Figures, Models, Trains, Sports Cards/ Memorabilia, Movie/ Music Memorabilia, Video Games & much more!

Furniture TWIN BED NEW never used Sealy Adjustable Bed W/ remote, Tempurpedic Cloud Arima mattress, W/ 3 sheets, bedspread & pillow sham. $1300. Call 610585-1784

PARKESBURG AREA

THURS., SEPT. 20, 2018 - 6:00 P.M.

Boats

SIMPLICITY RIDING MOWER, 20HP Briggs & Stratton engine, 38” Mower Deck, Hydrostatic Transmission.

Excellent Condition. $800.00 o.b.o.

Call 484-354-4179

Livestock BROWN EGG LAYER CHICKENS? We have Barred Rocks, Rhode Island Reds & more! Open by appointment. 12558 Waughtel Road, Felton, PA 717-9276705 HORSE RETIREMENT & BOARDING, Manheim, PA .”We help your retired equine friend live the good life”. www.WillowTreeAcres.com • 717-665-0864

Lawn & Garden 5’ GREEN GIANT OR LEYLAND CYPRESS - $19 EA. A Full Selection of Shrubbery and Trees Available ROUTE 10 GARDEN CENTER N.E. Rt 1 Bypass & Rt 10 Oxford, PA 19363 610-467-1060 OPEN 7 DAYS ALL YOUR LANDSCAPING & Hardscaping Needs. (Facebook) 1-877-500-3090. PA065582 phillipsscottlandscaping.com

DALE’S LANDSCAPING:.Mulching, Trimming, Edging, Chipping, & Flower Bed Clean-up. Call 610-593-3535

FRESH START Doing free estimates for all phases of Lawn Service.

Landscaping, Clean-Up,Trimming & Mulching. Fully Insured.

610-593-2430

IT’S EASY TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD CALL 717-653-9848 or 1-800-428-4211 Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

FAX 717-492-2566 24 Hours a day Your ad will be processed on the next business day.

VISIT Our front counter Monday thru Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

1425 West Main Street Mount Joy, PA Find It In The Classified Section LANDSCAPING STONES, BOULDERS, stepping stones, building stones. Sorted to your specs.717-442-0499

ONLINE Submit your ad to us at

www.epcclassifieds.com

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Livestock

Pets

PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE AT WWW.EPCCLASSIFIEDS.COM

J&S BARR: Removal of Deceased Cows & Horses. Call 717-278-6944

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS, Shots, wormed, ready now. $400 Each. Call 717-529-6141.

FREE ITEMS

LAYING HENS. Order now for October. Also chicken crates, nesting boxes, feeders & waters.

Call Hillside Pullets, 717-529-5618

GOLDEN RETRIEVER AKC STUD SERVICE. Affordable, experienced.

717-786-8047 or mnafzig@gmail.com

HUGE PIANO SALE

www.stevespianos.com More info: 717-575-0206, Paul KAWAI MODEL KG-1C Baby Grand Piano.

Aprraised at $6500, will sell for $5000 Firm. Mint Cond. 38 yrs old. Lincoln University Area. Call 302-757-3139

Pets IN AN EFFORT to protect the lives of animals, and for the protection of our readers, we will no longer accept “PETS OR PUPPIES WANTED” classified ads. We will, however continue to accept household pet “For Sale” ads. When purchasing a pet, please make certain animal is healthy and has been properly cared for. When selling or giving away a pet please screen respondents carefully. Pets deserve a loving, caring home.

AA RIDGEWOOD KENNELS 2. Shorkie, Shichon, Pomapoo, Morkie, Cavatzupoo, Cockalier, Bichonpoo, Poodle, etc. Lifetime war. 610-873-7045 www.ridgewood2.com AKC BLACK & CHOCOLATE LAB PUPPIES, shots, wprmed, vet checked, raised on farmette, cute & friendly, 8wks old July 31. black $550, chocolate $650. 717682-3740, Quarryville AKC GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS, vet ckd, shots, wormed, good sized healthy litter, $500. Ready Now. 717-656-4786 AKC LAB PUPPIES, fox red & silver, mother is Charcoal, 1 family dog, $950. Call for newspaper discount. 717-305-0183 ALASKAN MALAMUTE GERMAN Shepherd pups. Family raised, vet checked, shots.

Very friendly. $500 obo. 717-278-2438

JACK RUSSELL PUPPY, white and brown female, playful, vet checked, shots $175. Call 717-354-0616 KITTENS, HEALTHY, PLAYFUL Calico, Siamese & Himalayan babies.

Full of constant purr, 610-869-4229 MINI SCHNAUZER/ MINI Poodle Cross Puppies, shots, wormed, vet checked, $900 each. Call 717-327-1377 PENBROKE WELSH CORGI Puppies, ready 8/16/18, family raised, vet checked, shots. $950. Call 717-442-8411 YELLOW LAB PUPPIES, ACA Reg, vet checked, shots/wormed. Come pick yours out. F - $500; M - $450. 717-284-0841

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Giving away that piece of furniture, toy, sports equipment, etc???

BBQ & VENDOR/ YARD SALE SPACE AVAILABLE. Chicken BBQ. August 4th, 8am-?

10’x10’ Outdoor Space - $10.

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844-776-7620 STAY IN YOUR home longer with an American Standard Walk-in Bathtub. Receive up to $1,500 off, including a free toilet, and a lifetime warranty on the tub and installation! Call us at 1-844-374-0013 UNABLE TO WORK due to injury or illness?

Call Bill Gordon & Assoc., Social Secuirty Attorneys! FREE evaluation. Local attorneys nationwide 1-855-498-6323 [Mail: 2420 N St NW, Washington DC. Office : Broward Co. FL (TX/NM Bar.)] WERE YOU AN INDUSTRIAL TRADESMAN (machinst/ boilermaker/ pipefitter, etc) and recently diagnosed with LUNG CANCER? You may be entitled to a SIGNIFICANT CASH AWARD. Risk Free consultation! Call 1-877-781-1769

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SEASONAL COAL/ WOOD/ PELLET Stoves and Inserts, New & Refurbished. Over 300 models in stock. $100-$800 & up.

Buy/ Sell/ Trade. Call 717-577-6640 SALE: Up to $1,500 off Select Stoves.

717-872-6416. See our Clearance Page at www.drapersstoveoutlet.com

HELP WANTED General AMISH MOVING is looking for a person dependable & honest. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs, have a good driving record and be able to go out of state. 717-442-3301 Gap Area CLEANERS WANTED FOR COMMERCIAL CLEANING COMPANY • FLEXIBLE HOURS AVAILABLE • DAY, EVENING & WEEKEND TIMES AVAILABLE • THERE ARE SEVERAL POSITIONS IN THE CHESTER COUNTY AREA • TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED • VALID DRIVERS LICENSE AND BACKGROUND CHECK INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD CONTACT KEN AT (610) 384-2271 CONSTRUCTION WORKER: Fetterville Pole Buildings, East Earl, PA. Must be reliable, that means you work every day MF. Must be able to pass drug test. Must have reliable transportation to get to and from our shop. Good position for someone who wants to work and earn good money. Good driving record a plus! If you qualify call Elmer at 717-466-9732 CUSTOM FERTILIZER APPLICATOR

Timac Agro USA is a fertilizer production company located near Reading PA. We have an immediate need for an applicator.

This person will be responsible for custom application of fertilizer blends to local farms. This person will operate large application equipment. Attention to detail required. Pesticide license and agricultural or farming experience preferred but not necessary. Willingness to work OT required in season. Interested candidates call 800-545-5474 or send resume via email to HR@timacusa.com or mail to PO Box 888 Reading PA 19607 Attn: HR Dept. Applications can also be completed at our office, 153 Angstadt Lane Birdsboro, PA 19508

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ESTABLISHED SHEET METAL COMPANY has opportunity for MACHINE OPERATOR who can work to close tolerance, shipping, driving, FT day shift, Call 610-998-1369

DIRECT CARE WORKERS! WORKERS!

HELP WANTED, FT/PT Caregivers for our clients in their homes.

Home Helpers, 717-824-0939 HELP WANTED: PART-TIME summer help.

Horse farm southern Chester County. 3 mornings or afternoons a week. Must have car & valid driver’s license, experience & references. Call 610-869-3395 IF YOU ARE an energetic, reliable individual who loves children we need you to work in our in-home licensed daycare setting.

HS diploma/GED required. Experience a plus. 610-942-2465 JANITORIAL COMPANY HIRING FOR SCHOOL CLEANING IN THE EXTON AREA. STARTING WAGE RATE $12./HOUR. 484-873-3503 JANITORIAL, P/T 2nd shift, Mon.- Fri. $10.50 per hour. Kennett Square Area.

Background check, car & license req’d.

267-331-1717

KRAPF SCHOOL BUS NOW HIRING DRIVERS! Starting rates up to $20.20/HR DOE NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED PAID CDL TRAINING GREAT SCHEDULE Serving many districts in Chester County APPLY NOW: 484-879-1524 or JOBS@KRAPFBUS.COM

Great Company - Top Pay - Flexible Schedules. Relative Care is looking for Caring Individuals to join our team.

We serve Chester County!

Please call for an interview today.

Ph: 610-269-2935 EOE MEDICAL SECRETARY/MEDICAL BILLER. Full time. One person office needs someone to take charge and run all aspects of family practice medicine with knowledge of Medicare. Please call 717-768-3169 if interested.

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SERVICES RENDERED NOTICE

Ads submitted to us that begin with A-1, 1-A, AAA, etc for position purposes, will No Longer Be Accepted This Way, unless proven that it is part of your Registered Business Name.

A LOCAL HANDYMAN

NAVIGATE YOUR OWN CAREER with your CDL. 5yrs active DL required. Same day pay! Please call 1-833-43-DRIVE or visit www.pinnacledriver.com PT/FT FOR STAFF who enjoy caring for people. Phxville, Exton, WChester. Job includes a wide range of responsibilities from outings to health care. Salary based on exp. with additional benefits. Dawn 610-935-0904.

WANTED CDL DRIVER CLASS A FT, Competitive wages, Home at night.

Clean Driver record a must. Exp. w/heavy equip a plus. Recycling yard in Atglen, PA Email resume to atglenrecycling@gmail.com

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HAVE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD REACH CHESTER, LANCASTER, YORK, AND DAUPHIN COUNTIES? Reaching over 432,000 households every week with your advertising message is significant. Call 1-800-428-4211 and ask for the "360 SPECIAL" to find out how.

Management STARTING SALARY $45K Commercial Janitorial Company Seeking Area Supervisor for Philadelphia Suburbs Approx. Hours 1pm - 10pm M-F Company Fuel Card Provided

Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical Lic.& Insured. PA020006. 610-547-7789 A&L TRIMMING, Interior Triming, Cabinet Installations, Install New Flooring 717-529-9017 Leave Message AMISH MOVING COMPANY 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, Textured Ceilings & Walls. Insured.

PA 022669. 717-587-4102 BARD SERVICES. Home Repair & Renovations. Additions, Carpentry, Drywall Plumbing, Electrical. Resid/ Comm. No Job Too Small! Emergency Services.

Credit Cards Accepted. Lic. & Ins. 610-842-2065, PA026790 BOOT ROAD TREE SERVICE Expert tree removal, stump grinding & Trimming. Fully Insured 610-656-5880

MASONS, $49-$70/hr TENDERS, $38-$54.

Health insurance. Clearances required.

B & D Masonry, Inc 717-397-1689

SERVICES RENDERED

CONCRETE: STAMP, DECORATIVE, Affordable prices. Free Estimates.

Call 717-283-7764 or or www.bosscrete.net.

STUMP GRINDING SERVICE Free Estimates, Call Dave 7am-7pm, 7 Days/ Week. 717-406-7529

DEALING WITH WATER DAMAGE requires immediate action. Local professionals that respond immediately. Nationwide and 24/7. No mold calls. Call today!

1-800-730-9790.

TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL Brush Clearing - Stump Grinding.

Sunny Slope Tree Service. Family Owned & Operated Since 1996 Fully Insured PA103313 717-768-0114 www.sunnyslopetreeservice.com

E & S ELECTRIC Certified Electrician, Licensed & Insured. E. Fallowfield Area.

Reas. Rates. Senior Citizen Discount.

Will Beat or Match Any Written Estimate. Ed 484-639-3374. PA 065817

PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE AT WWW.EPCCLASSIFIEDS.COM

ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING Reasonable Rates • Licensed & Insured PA20006, 610-547-7789

GUTTER MAN AL Gutter cleaning, storm damage repair. New gutter screens installed. Small roof repairs.

Fully ins. 610-593-2299 (PA045381)

GUTTERS, GUTTERS

Clean, Repair, Gutter Guards. Property Maint. by Steve. 717-892-7411 HOMESTEAD SERVICES: Tree Removals, Tree Trimming, Stump Grinding & General Landscaping. 484-643-8524 JIM BIRD’S HOME MAINTENANCE 610-467-0554 or www.jbhm3782.com Offering 10% off deck pressure washing & staining until Labor Day JOHN’S HAULING/ REMOVAL. Appl., Lge. Screen TVs, Piano’s, Furniture, One Pc/ Truckload. 7 days, Last Min, 610-296-0560 M&M HOME IMPROVEMENTS Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling, Deck & Deck Staining, Porches & Additions, Windows, Siding, Roofing & Gutters. 717-413-8421 MAPLE SHADE LANDSCAPING LLC

Mowing, Mulching, Trimming, Spring Clean-up, New Lawns, Reseeding & Small Tree Removal. 717-517-6779 PA#118077 MARK GUSLER TREE SERVICE Snow Plowing, 30 Yrs. Exp., Free Estimates. Fully Insured. Bucket Truck Service. Parkesburg, 610-613-1885 PAINTING DONE RIGHT Interiors. Exteriors.

Detailed clean custom painting services.

Res/Com. Refs. PA126393 717-286-5464 Many other related services, just ask!

PAINTING- INT/ EXT. TJ Wilcox Painting PA18781 610-348-4436

PAINTING: PRICELESS PAINTING Interior/ Exterior. Free Estimates. Fully Insured. 717-330-1836, Ask for Bob POWER WASHING: Vinyl Fences, Houses, Patio’s, Etc. By Eli & Sam 717-517-6779 PA#118077

POWERWASHING Property Maint. by Steve, 717-892-7411

CD BEILER CONSTRUCTION ROOFING, DECKING, SCREENED PORCHES PA LIC. 112619, LIC & INSURED. 717-723-6576 AMISH OWNED AND OPERATED

PRO HOME SERVICES •Window Cleaning •Power Washing •Screen Repair •Dryer Vent Cleaning Call for Free Estimate. 610-563-5262

CLEAN OUT BASEMENTS, houses, yards, any kind of cleanout, painting, demo work.

Very reasonable prices. 717-342-9839

READ YOUR AD THE FIRST WEEK IT APPEARS. This publication will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion of any advertisement.

CLOCK DOCTOR All Fine Clocks Cleaned, Oiled, Repaired.

We Make House Calls!

Free Pick-Up & Delivery!

Call: 717-768-3844

SAM THE TREE GUY LLC. Big tree removal using cranes or extensive rigging techniques. Stump removal fully insured.

PA 103525. 717-548-0886

Call: 484-873-3503

Mechanical Trades

SERVICES RENDERED

ITEMS WANTED 1-100 ALL ANTIQUE & OLD TOOLS WANTED: Collector Paying Cash$$$ for Woodworking, Machinist, Measuring & Blacksmith Tools. Wooden & Metal Planes. Tool Chests & Boxes. Tools made

by Stanley, Etc. Call 610-363-2802

A BUYER SEEKS Old Books, Postcards, Photo’s, COSTUME JEWELRY, Pottery, Antiques, Complete Estates. Call Cara at 610-918-2528 or 484-356-3123 AMERICAN & FOREIGN CARS $$ PAYING CASH $$ for Classic & Collector Cars.

717-577-8206 BRITISH MOTORCYCLES WANTED Triumph, Norton, BSA, etc., running or not. I pay more. 484-252-1708, anytime.

BUYING HEATING OIL at .30¢ a gallon.

Also remove heating oil tanks and furnaces. Call Ed 717-587-7315.

CLASSIC CARS WANTED Sports cars, Muscle cars, Classic cars, Pick-ups, etc. Jeff Gast 717-575-4561 GUITARS & INSTRUMENTS WANTED “LOCAL” Collector Buying Gibson, Fender, Martin & Other Brands All Types, Makes & Years Considered Top Cash Paid! - 610-363-2802 I BUY LIONEL, American Flyer, Marx Trains, Match Box, Slot Cars, Hot Wheels, Tonka, Smith Miller, Model Toys, Lead Figures. Call 610-804-6783.

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 3BR APT W/ GARAGE, must rent together, Little Britain, Solanco School Dist.

Please call for info. Call 484-929-6880

8 STALL BARN with paddocks & access to lighted riding ring, race track & turf gallop. Oxford Area.

610-563-8529 COCHRANVILLE LARGE 2BR APT, completely redone, everything included except electric, $1200/mo +sec dep. 484368-6562

For Rent

AUTOS FOR SALE

QUARRYVILLE, 1 BEDROOM Apt., 3rd floor. Water/sewer/heat included. No pets. 1st month/security. $635/month.

717-786-1502

AT LOU’S Top dollar paid for junk cars & trucks. $$ 200 & up. 484-886-1971

For Sale

TRUCKS

LOTS & ACREAGE. PRIME LAND, BEAUTIFUL VIEW OF BLUE MOUNTAINS! Tilden Township, Berks County, PA. 20.451 acres. Ideal for farmette, development. $15,000 per acre.

MountainviewDrive-Hamburg.com

2005 FORD F-650, 24ft with l/gate, 5.9 cummin, with auto. trans. under CDL $16,000. neg. ph.717-968-0151

SEAFORD, DELAWARE NEW MOVE-IN READY HOMES! Low Taxes! Close to Beaches, Gated, Olympic pool. Model Homes from the low 100’s. Brochures.

1-866-629-0770 or www.coolbranch.com

Manufactured Housing BUY DIRECT Modulars - Doublewides - Singlewides Starting at $29,900. Our prices wont be beat We Move Mobiles, Buy Homes, Sell Parts. www.superiorhomes.com 717-875-1288

“NEW” MODULAR HOMES!

AUTO PARTS & SUPPLIES $200 TO $5000 CASH PAID FOR JUNK & USED VEHICLES. FREE REMOVAL. PAPER WORK TAKEN CARE OF LEGALLY. Call 717-799-3872, 717-823-1864 GOT TOYOTA? ALL TOYOTAS Parts, Repairs, Sales, Srvc. New, Oem, Used, Aftm. Weikle’S + save 717-417-2726 JUNK CARS WANTED, TOP DOLLAR PAID FOR YOUR UNWANTED OR JUNK CARS AND TRUCKS, FREE TOWING. PLEASE CALL 484-886-0637

“Guaranteed Lowest Prices Around!”

Ranch • Bilevels • Capes • 2 Story $10,000 FACTORY DISCOUNT FREE Modular Home Brochure w/Prices!

Call TOLL FREE 1-877-456-7858

CYCLES

PEQUEA MOBILE HOME Service, Remove Old Homes, Relocate, Skirting.

Certified & Insured. 717-464-4461

1983 HARLEY DAVIDSON Wide Glide, Original with 7K mi., clean, runs good, $7500. obo. 484-756-9243

AUTOMOTIVE

AUTOS FOR SALE 2003 TOYOTA COROLLA 116.7 K miles. Runs good. $1,800 (610)-505-4255

BRITISH MOTORCYCLES WANTED Triumph, Norton, BSA, etc., running or not. I pay more. 484-252-1708, anytime.

CASH PAID FOR ATV’s, ATC’s, Motorcycles, 2, 3 or 4 Wheelers, Any Year, Running Or Not. Please Call 610-656-3158

Dumas Sapp & Son Quality Cars Since 1948 523 Lincoln St., Oxford 19363

(610) 932-8564 2017 Chevrolet Trax Premier AWD ............................................$21,900 4 Dr., 4 Cyl., Loaded, Moonroof, 1-Owner, ONLY 7,000 MI. 2017 Nissan Rogue SV AWD ......................................................$21,500 4 Dr., 4 Cyl., Loaded, 1-Owner, 20,000 Mi. 2015 Chevrolet Equinox LT AWD ...............................................$18,500 4 Dr., 6 Cyl., Loaded, PA 1-Owner, 46,000 Mi. 2015 Chevrolet Impala LS ..........................................................$17,500 4 Dr., 4 Cyl., Loaded, PA 1-Owner, ONLY 15,000 MI. 2015 Dodge Dart Limited ..........................................................$16,500 4 Dr., 4 Cyl., Loaded, Moonroof, 1-Owner, ONLY 25,000 MI. 2015 Jeep Compass Latitude 4X4 ............................................$16,500 4 Dr., 4 Cyl., Loaded, Chrome Wheels, PA 1-Owner, 51,000 Mi. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu 3LT ........................................................$12,900 4 Dr., 4 Cyl., Loaded, Moonroof, PA 1-Owner, 77,000 Mi. 2013 Chrysler 200 Touring .........................................................$11,900 4 Dr., 4 Cyl., Loaded, PA 1-Owner, ONLY 34,000 MI. 2012 Honda Crosstour EX-L 4X4 ...............................................$17,900 4 Dr., Hatch, 6 Cyl., Loaded, Pearl White, 72,000 Mi. 2012 Ford Escape XLT 4x4 .........................................................$11,900 4 Dr., 6 Cyl., Loaded, Moonroof, 1-Owner, 80,000 Mi. 2011 Subaru Legacy 3.6R Limited AWD ...................................$13,500 4 Dr., 6 Cyl., Loaded, Moonroof, Sharp Color, 76,000 Mi. 2010 Ford Ranger XLT 4x4 Super Cab Truck................. NOW $14,900 6 Cyl., Loaded, Sharp Color, PA 1-Owner, 84,000 Mi. 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT Quad Cab 4x4 Truck ...................$18,500 8 Cyl., AT, Fully Loaded, Sharp Color, Only 74,000 Mi. 2009 Mercury Milan.......................................................................$7,995 4 Dr., 4 Cyl., Loaded, Moonroof, PA 1-Owner, 70,000 Mi. 2008 Ford F-150 KING RANCH SuperCrew 4x4 Truck ........... $16,900 4 Dr., 8 Cyl., Loaded, Sharp Color, PA 1-Owner, 115,000 Mi. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer LT 4x4 ...............................................$9,895 4 Dr., 6 Cyl., Loaded, PA 1 Owner, 91,000 Mi. 2007 Toyota Camry LE ...................................................................$8,500 4 Dr., 4 Cyl., Loaded, PA 1-Owner, 90,000 Mi. 2006 Pontiac G-6 ..........................................................................$6,895 4 Dr., 6 Cyl., Loaded, PA 1-Owner, ONLY 67,000 MI. 2005 Ford Taurus SE .....................................................................$4,895 4 Dr., 6 Cyl., Loaded, Only 75,000 Mi.

70 years in the same small town!

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Two World War II Veterans Reunite

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Two United States Army veterans who served together during the Battle of the Bulge in World War II have continued their friendship for more than 70 years.

Eugene Morell, 92, was only 18 when the battle took place, and Ira Needham, 99, was 25. The pair recently met in person when Morell traveled from New York with his granddaughter and her family to meet with Needham in his home in Honey Brook.

The two spent the day together sharing snacks and beverages and reminiscing about their time together in the war.

“We were on a 105 Howitzer together,” said Needham, explaining that the large piece of artillery was brought into battle on the back of a truck. “We are the only two left from our outfit.”

“There were five us that operated the Howitzer,” said Morell.

“Ira wore earphones, and orders came down from headquarters to shoot. We fired as fast as we could. That was the very beginning of the Battle of the Bulge.”

The battle was also called the Battle of the Ardennes because it took place in the Ardennes forest region of Belgium, France and Luxembourg.

During the Battle of the Bulge, which lasted from Dec. 16, 1944, through Jan. 16, 1945, the Army was assigned to cover a 27-mile front that was being attacked by German soldiers.

The battle was a surprise attack on the Allies by the Germans, who created a “bulge” in the Allied front line. “A division normally covers a 5- or 6-mile front, but we were covering a 27mile front. Hitler surprised us, and we were not ready,” Morell explained. “They call it the Battle of the Bulge because Hitler pushed us way back along that line, creating a bulge. We lost 7,000 men in one day - as prisoners or killed (in action).”

“We were fresh from the United States,” Needham added, noting that his division had arrived in the area to relieve another outfit on Dec. 10, 1944. “They knew we were a green outfit.

That is why they waited to start the Battle of the Bulge. We were scared to death. We had never been in combat before.”

Both men remember being fired upon by German soldiers.

“They had an 88-shell gun, and it could shoot almost twice the (number) of shells that we could shoot,” Needham said. “You got to that (point where) you could hear the shells coming through the air.”

“They had a shell called the ‘Screaming Mimi,’” Morell added.

“It made so much noise coming in it would disrupt (our efforts). It was the first thing we heard at the beginning of the battle. We heard artillery, but nothing like this. It made a terrible noise. We had to pull ourselves together and keep shooting.”

At one point in the battle, Needham got separated from Morell and the others and got lost with three other men in the forest of the Ardennes mountains. “It had snowed for a week, and the snow was up to our knees,” he recalled. “We (were freezing).” Eventually, the group made it back to safety.

Morell and Needham, the latter of whom returned to his job at Lukens Steel in Coatesville, served until the end of the war because they were single. Married men with children were the first to be sent home.

“We were discharged by a point system. For a wife, you (received) five points. For kids, it was five points each,” Morell said. “We were young, single men who had to stay because we didn’t have any points. The married men were all going home.”

Both men credit their faith for helping them survive the ordeal.

“God was with us,” Needham said.

Needham’s daughter, Robin Sinapi, who resides with him in Honey Brook, said that this was the third meeting for the two friends. “They have met only twice before,” she said. “The first time was about 55 years ago. The last time was about four years ago; I took Dad to New York to visit Eugene. But they have been writing letters for years. “(Having my dad in my life) is a blessing,” she added.

Eugene Morell (left), 92, traveled from New York recently to visit with Ira Needham, 99, of Honey Brook. The two U.S. Army veterans served together during the Battle of the Bulge in World War II.