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Trading spaces
BY ANN MEAD ASH
In 2024, employees of The Factory Ministries and Pequea Valley School District (PVSD) were working to solve a problem. The Pequea Valley Early Learning Center (PVELC), located in the Pequea Valley Intermediate School (PVIS), needed a new home. PVELC includes three preschool classrooms, space for child care for infants and toddlers, and before- and after-school care. With the current PVIS building due to be demolished in the near
future, plans were underway to move the classrooms and offices to the west wing of The Factory Ministries building, formerly Paradise Elementary School. However, the expense of adding HVAC to the rooms available at 3293 Lincoln Highway East, Paradise, came with a price tag, estimated at $750,000 to $800,000. With the new center needing to be open by Thursday, July 31, 2025, the problem sent representatives of PVSD and The Factory into a brainstorming session. “(It was) going to cost $1 million to get
(PVELC) in there,” recalled Adam Nagle, executive director of The Factory. “That was a steep ask.” Looking for a more cost-effective way to make room for PVELC led to some asking a few “what if?” questions. According to Nagle, Community Action Partnership (CAP), which oversees the PVELC classrooms, needed offices in the building. “So we needed to take one of (the available west wing) rooms and break it into offices,” explained Nagle. At this point in the brainstorming session, Lisa Eckert, senior director of
youth services with The Factory, pointed out that a room in the west wing was already serving as offices for herself; Karla Beiler, elementary program and family outreach coordinator; Cherie Oswald, early learning program and family outreach coordinator; and Hannah Hoffman, youth center program and teen outreach coordinator. “Lisa said, ‘What if our team came to the east side of the building, and we did shared space?’” By trading spaces, CAP would get the necessary offices and classrooms - some of which
Celebrating local artists
BY ANN MEAD ASH
As part of the Intercourse Library’s 50th anniversary celebration, the month of May will be dedicated to “Authors and Artists,” and the library will kick off the month by honoring two local artists - Dolores Hackenberger, who lived for many years in Gordonville, and Milton E. Denlinger of Gap. On Friday, May 2, and Saturday, May 3, Denlinger’s artwork will be on display in the Perella Schoolhouse section of the library, 31 Center St., Intercourse, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 5 p.m. on May 2 and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 3. Sherry Denlinger Groff, who is Denlinger’s granddaughter, will speak about his art on May 3, at 11 a.m. at the library. Denlinger, who lived from 1909 to 1991, was born and raised in Gap. He attended art schools in Coatesville and Philadelphia. Denlinger painted murals for five churches in the Lancaster County area. He also completed three 12-by-4-foot murals commissioned by Noah E. Martin in 1953 to depict seasonal scenes of Lancaster County. In addition to painting, he had an engraving business and did lettering on signs, vehicles, and mailboxes.
On May 3 at 2 p.m., Alan Emerick, owner of Dutchland Galleries in Kitchen Kettle Village, will give a talk at the
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The Factory Ministries’ youth services team members are (from left) Cherie Oswald, Karla Beiler, Hannah Hoffman, and Lisa Eckert.
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had previously served as Headstart rooms and did not need remodeling or added HVAC systems. Likewise, two rooms in the east wing were remodeled to become the new Braves Learning Center, an educational area for programs overseen by Eckert and her staff, and shared office space with the necessary HVAC systems already in place. A door was added for easy access between the offices and the center.
The new Braves Learning Center East has been painted in bright colors and sports new kitchen cupboards and a counter donated completely by Paradise Custom Kitchens. A space is available for a refrigerator to be donated. The room has its own outside entrance now, as well. “The cool thing is that this room now has a bathroom, which for safety is a huge deal,” noted Nagle.
Nagle said the east wing changes cost about $100,000. “With the new playground, we are at just over $400,000,” said Nagle. “(Trading spaces) saved a bunch of money, most of which was grant money. Funds that have been dedicated to the project include two High Foundation grants totaling $250,000 and a CAP grant of $100,000 for the playground. “The rest will be individual donor money,” noted Nagle.
The Factory Ministries focuses on six areas of resources that individuals need to function positively: intellectual, emotional,
relational, financial, physical, and spiritual. “As we define poverty, it’s not just those who can’t put food on the table,” said Nagle. “Being under-resourced (can mean a lack of) intellectual resources and social/emotional resources for children.” The work of both The Factory Ministries youth programs, which include a number of early learning outreaches, and PVELC is important because they are aimed at the very root of poverty. “What’s so important about this work,” noted Nagle, “is that more than 60% (of PVSD students) are on free and reducedcost lunches. There’s a poverty threshold that is pretty substantial.”
Nagle went on to explain that tackling the early education piece of fighting poverty is crucial. He pointed out that the PVSD kindergarten readiness score has risen more than 30 percentage points over the last five or six years.
“(That increase is) because of the collaborative work and the work we do in this space,” said Nagle of the Braves Learning Center and PVELC rooms. “It is life altering for a young person to have the resources (and for us) to be able to support the school district and support families.”
Individuals who have questions about how to support the work of PVELC and The Factory may contact Nagle at 717-6879594 or adam@thefactory ministries.com. Readers who would like to learn more about The Factory may visit https://the factoryministries.com.
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Thomas E. Strauss Inc. and Miller’s Smorgasbord recently announced that team member Sabruna Jean Michele has been named a 2024 “Employee of Distinction” by the Pennsylvania Bus Association (PBA), an honor awarded to outstanding individuals in the motorcoach and tourism industries who exemplify excellence in service, leadership and community impact.
The award was presented at the PBA’s annual Marketplace Networking Reception held on March 24 at Spooky Nook Sports in Manheim. The program
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recognizes employees from member companies across the state who go above and beyond in serving passengers, supporting their company’s mission and contributing positively to their communities.
Michele has been employed with Thomas E. Strauss Inc. at Miller’s Smorgasbord since April 2023. She began in a thirdshift janitorial position and quickly stood out for her strong work ethic, initiative and eagerness to grow. Within a short time, Michele was crosstrained into multiple roles, including cooking, dishwashing, supervising and translating.
Originally from Haiti, Michele legally immigrated
to the United States several years ago. Her native language is French Creole, but she has since learned English, Spanish and Portuguese. She regularly assists with meetings, interviews, training sessions and communication across departments, serving as a trusted advocate for her peers.
Michele was honored internally as Miller’s Employee of the Month in 2024 and was named the 2024 Employee of the Year this past January by her colleagues and management team.
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Mentors are sought for the First Choice Discovery program at Pequea Valley High School. Mentors will engage with 11th-grade students at breakfast events from 8 to 9 a.m. on Fridays, Sept. 19, Oct. 31, Nov. 21, and Dec. 19, as well as April 17, 2026. To learn more, call 717-314-4269, email jared_erb@pequeavalley .org, or visit https://sites .google.com/pequea valley.net/first-choice -discovery-program/ home.
Groups to host panel discussion
Lampeter Strasburg Area Woman’s Club and the Strasburg Area Senior Citizens invite the community to a program on Tuesday, April 22, at Wesley United Methodist Church (UMC), 40 W. Main St., Strasburg. The discussion will begin at 6:30 p.m., with light refreshments and fellowship to follow.
The program will be “Living Your Best Life,” and it will feature discussion of the novel “The Collected Regrets of Clover” by Mikki Brammer. Mary Lawhead,
Caring Hospice volunteer coordinator, will lead a reflection and discussion with a panel of local professionals representing the legal field; palliative, hospice, and restorative care; social work; nursing; and assistance with end-of-life arrangements. There will be time for questions. The program was rescheduled from February.
The Lampeter-Strasburg Area Woman’s Club is a nonprofit organization that meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at
Wesley UMC. The gatherings usually begin at 7 p.m. with a short business meeting followed by a special interest program and light refreshments. In addition, the club sponsors two scholarships for graduating Lampeter-Strasburg High School seniors; provides support to civic organizations, such as veterans’ groups, animal shelters, local fire companies, and the Strasburg-Heisler Library; and helps people who have experienced an unexpected hardship or
CASA plans breakfast events
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Lancaster and Lebanon Counties will host Community Awareness Breakfasts. Attendees will learn how to participate in the advocacy work that CASA provides for children who have experienced abuse and neglect and are placed in the foster care system.
The Lancaster event will be held on Thursday, April 24, from 8 to 9 a.m. at the Cork Factory Hotel, 480 New Holland Ave. The Lebanon event will be held on Thursday, May 15, from 8 to 9 a.m. at Iron Valley Golf Club, 201 Iron Valley Drive. CASA’s mission is to provide a qualified and
compassionate court-appointed volunteer advocate to every child who is abused and neglected to ensure that children have a safe, nurturing, and permanent home.
In 2024, 216 children were served by CASA’s volunteer advocates. Of those children, 69 were new to CASA, and 48 are now in their permanent homes.
A total of 5,843 advocacy hours were provided by 125 volunteer advocates.
The breakfasts are open to anyone who wants to learn more about becoming a CASA volunteer or supporter. Attendees will hear from CASA staff members and supporters about the
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life-changing impact CASA volunteers have on the lives of children. Guests will have the opportunity to make a contribution.
The event’s title sponsor is Joyland Roofing, and the coffee sponsor is Regupol America.
Both events are free and open to the public, but due to limited seating, preregistration is required. For more information or to register, visit www.casalancleb.org, email raquel@casalancleb. org or call 717-208-3280.
who have a specific need. Strasburg Seniors is a nonprofit organization for the recreation and benefit of area residents age 50 and older. Meetings are generally held on the third Wednesday of every month at the Strasburg Fire Hall, and the club also holds a summer picnic and yearly Christmas party as well as outings and trips.
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library about his long association with Hackenberger, who died in December 2024. Emerick first met Hackenberger through Kitchen Kettle founder Pat Burnly, who felt Hackenberger’s artwork should be represented at Kitchen Kettle. “Dolores and Pat had been friends for many years,” relayed Emerick. “Dolores’ work was some of the first outsider art that I had the opportunity to study in depth.” Emerick explained that “outsider art” is art that is produced by an artist who is largely self taught. “Fifty years ago, academics, museums and collectors began to appreciate the earnest quality of self-taught artists’ work and other attributes they possess that is not found in contemporary ‘mainstream’ works of art,” he noted.
Hackenberger’s work is
also known for her depiction of members of the Plain community. “Dolores had many Amish neighbors and friends. Her knowledge of the Plain sects in the area was significant,” reported Emerick. Emerick knew Hackenberger for nearly 40 years, and he describes her character through the lens of that friendship. “She was truly one of a kind, unable to be categorized, a wild card with a heart bigger than can be imagined,” he said. “She maintained a lifelong commitment to her family and those principles she believed in.” Emerick went on to point out that somehow “that commitment is communicated in her paintings.”
Following Emerick’s talk, a tour of Osceola Mill House, a bed-and-breakfast located at 313 Osceola Mill
Road, Gordonville, will be available. The tour will include an opportunity to see several pieces of Hackenberger’s art in the house where she lived for many years.
Erica and Christopher Adams, current innkeepers and self-proclaimed stewards of the property, are looking forward to showing interested individuals around and serving up light refreshments along with tidbits of history of the house, which was home to Hackenberger from the 1960s until 1981. “Dolores started painting again when she lived here,” noted Erica.
Erica and Christopher met Hackenberger quite accidentally a few months before she died. “Erica was trying to find a piece of décor on (Facebook) Marketplace,” Christopher recalled. “She messaged someone about something, and that person turned out to be Denise (Archer)Dolores’ daughter.”
“I got a long message (from Archer, who said), ‘I know that house, and my room is the room you named the Hackenberger Studio,’” said Erica. “She invited us to her home.” When they met Hackenberger, she was able to confirm that the frames on their paintings were made by either her husband or her son. She also gave them details about the house where they now live. “She told us that her dad put the paneling in the Gathering Room, which was originally the kitchen,” said Erica.
During their visit with the artist, Hackenberger also dropped names about some of her famous clients.
“She told us a story about Rod Stewart in a white suit carrying a painting out of this house,” recalled Christopher. Erica remembers that Hackenberger said that Dick Van Dyke also showed up to make a purchase. The idea to include a tour of Osceola Mill House as part of an event honoring Hackenberger came about when Intercourse Library board of trustees members Tammy McCauley and Michele Lichty visited the bed-and-breakfast as part of the Intercourse Merchants Association Lodging Christmas Cookie Tour. Lichty had recently inherited some Hackenberger pieces, and both women thought the history of the local artist who once lived in the house would make an interesting subject for a library event.
Readers who wish to attend the free event should register at https:// intercourselib.org by Thursday, April 24.
Christopher (left) and Erica Adams are the current innkeepers at Osceola Mill House.
Dolores Hackenberger painting of Osceola Mill House and the surrounding area
homespring improvement Benefit bingo event planned
Kathy’s Circle of Friends’ fourth annual Benefit Bingo will be held from 6 to 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, at the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster. Doors will open at 4 p.m.
The event will offer 20 games of regular bingo with the winners’ choice of Primitives By Kathythemed baskets, along with four special games, giveaway drawings, and 50 door prizes. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
All attendees must pay the ticket fee. Bingo winners must be at least age 18.
The price will be discounted until Wednesday, April 23. To purchase tickets, visit www.eventbrite .com and search for “Kathy’s Circle Of Friends 4th Annual Benefit Bingo.” All proceeds will benefit Kathy’s Circle of Friends.
Postcard club sets meeting
The Lancaster County Postcard Club will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 21, at the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster.
Sue Hostetter will present “Mount Gretna: A History in Postcards.” The postcard competition will be “Easter Peeps.”
The meeting is open to the public. For more details, call 717-413-6882.
Information about the club is available by searching for “Lancaster County Postcard Club” on Facebook.
Historical society posts meeting
The Historical Society of Salisbury Township will meet on Thursday, April 17, at 7 p.m. at the Salisbury Township Building, 5581 Old Philadelphia Pike, Gap. Author Bruce Mowday will present “An Adopted Son of America: Perspectives on the Marquis de Lafayette.”
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4, Pequea Valley’s Colston Temple slides into second base.
Pequea Valley’s catcher Elisah Smucker adjusts his helmet during the 19-7 loss against Tulpehocken on Friday, April 4.
Braves starting pitcher Logan Zynn had five strikeouts against Tulpehocken in a 19-7 loss on Friday, April 4.
Third baseman Sam Chapell makes the throw to first for the out during a tough 19-7 loss on Friday, April 4, against Tulpehocken.
Friday afternoon, April 4, Pequea Valley’s shortstop Stephen Smucker throws to first during a 19-7 loss against visiting Tulpehocken.
Trevor Vollmer makes contact with the ball in the Braves 13-7 loss against Tulpehocken on Friday, April 4.
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 758 Spruce Rd., New Holland 717-354-8428. “Building Community with Christ, to Impact a World without Christ” Pastor: Dr. Doug Bozung. Please go to cfcnewholland.org/visit for information concerning worship services, adult ministries, youth & children’s ministries.
LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH (AG): Located at 1279 Main St., East Earl, invites you to join us for a time of contemporary worship and biblical preaching at our 9am service on Sunday mornings and 7pm service on Wednesday evenings. Kids ministry for birth through 5th grade and youth ministry for 6th through 12th grade is available. Lead Pastor: Stephen Ritchey. For more information on our services and programs, visit us online at Lighthouseag.com
MIDDLE OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 1199 Valley Road Quarryville. Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 AM; Blended Worship 10:30 AM. 717-786-3402 Visit us online at www.middleoctorara.org
MT. EDEN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH: 1241 May Post Office Rd., Quarryville, (5 mi. South of Strasburg, 3 mi. North of 372). Rev. Margaret Rohnacher, Pastor. Sunday worship service 9:30 am. Limited handicap accessibility. 717-786-7565 mtedenlutheranchurch@gmail.com
OUR LADY OF LOURDES Catholic Church: 150 Water Street, New Holland, PA 17557 Father Steven Fauser, Pastor. Visit us online at www.ourladyoflourdesnh.com Sunday 8am & 10:30am. Saturday 5pm. Weekday Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9am.
PARKESBURG WORD OF FAITH CHURCH Sunday Service 10 am & Wednesday prayer at 7:30 pm - at 501 Lenover Rd., Parkesburg, PA 19365. Call 610-593-2277 www.parkesburgwordoffaith.org
ROCK CHURCH: A Spirit-filled, Full Gospel Church Family. 32 E. State St in Quarryville. Sunday service at 10am. More info at RockChurchLC.org Phone: 717-847-6872
SALEM EVANGELICAL REFORMED CHURCH HELLERS (founded 1725 / Independent / Reformed / Member of Evangelical Assoc. EARCCC), 2555 Horseshoe Rd. Lancaster. Sunday Worship 9:25 AM, Sunday School for all ages 10:45 AM. Children Welcome! Communion 1st Sunday of the month. 717-656-9249 www.salemhellers.com
ST. STEPHEN REFORMED CHURCH
(Presbyterian Church In America): “A Beacon on the Hill.” The Word of God is central to our worship. Sunday worship at 8:15 and 10:30am with Kingdom’s kids and nursery provided for the 10:30 service. Sunday school for all ages at 9:30am. Choir sings the last Sunday of each month. Youth group on Sundays at 6:00 pm for grades 6th-12th. Lead Pastor: Rev. Dr. Andrew DiNardo. 249 East Main Street, New Holland. 717-354-7871. http://ststephenpca.org
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Scholarship and tuition waiver programs posted
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) is accepting student applications for the 2025-26 Grow Pennsylvania Scholarship Grant Program, more commonly known as the Grow PA Grant.
The Grow PA Grant Program was authorized under Act 89 of 2024 to help reverse the trend of young Pennsylvanians seeking education and job opportunities in other states. The program offers grants of up to $5,000 per year for in-state students who attend college in Pennsylvania, pursue a degree in
an in-demand occupation, and agree to work in that occupation in Pennsylvania after graduation.
Grant recipients will be required to work in Pennsylvania for 12 months for each year they receive the grant; failure to meet this requirement will result in the grant’s being converted to a loan that must be repaid.
PHEAA will administer the program for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, working with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry (L&I), the Independent Fiscal Office, and other stakeholders.
The application and a list of eligible programs of study or majors can be found at www.pheaa.org/ growpa.
In addition, PHEAA joins Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) in administering the Grow PA Tuition Waiver Program, which allows eligible nonresident PASSHE students pursuing in-demand occupations to pay tuition at an in-state rate rather than an out-ofstate rate.
Students selected for the Grow PA Tuition Waiver Program are required to work in Pennsylvania for 12 months of each academic year for which they received a tuition waiver; failure to meet this requirement will result in the tuition waiver’s being converted to a loan that must be repaid.
More information on this program is forthcoming.
Women’s club plans meeting
The Lancaster Christian Women’s Club will hold a “Sweet Confections” buffet luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 7, at Casa di Fiori at The Inn at Leola Village, 38 Deborah Drive, Leola. Doors will open at 11 a.m.
The program will feature Evans Candy, a family-owned business.
Norma Dougherty from Prince Edward Island, Canada, will present her life story, “Overcoming Identity Crisis.” Dougherty is a former contestant in the Miss Universe, Miss World, and Queen of the
Pacific contests, as well as a semifinalist in Miss International. She is the award-winning author of “Island Girl: A Triumph of the Spirit” and the adapted screenplay, “Chasing Eden.” All women are invited to attend. There is a cost per person. Reservations and payments are required by Wednesday, April 23. Those registering are asked to note the names of their guests and others they wish to sit with. Any cancellations must be made by April 23. For more details and reservations, call 717-799-0088.
Webinar to focus on new program
Penn State Extension will offer a live webinar about the Pennsylvania Invasive “Replace-ive” Program on Monday, April 21, at noon.
The Pennsylvania Invasive “Replace-ive” Program encourages homeowners to replace non-native trees and shrubs - such as Callery pear, tree of heaven, and burning bush - with native species. Webinar viewers will learn about the ecological and economic harm that invasive plants cause and
how Pennsylvania property owners can receive up to five free native trees through this new initiative. Topics will include eligibility requirements for program participation, program location and dates, and how to participate. The webinar is free of charge, but registration is required by visiting https:// extension.psu.edu and searching for “Community Trees: Pennsylvania Invasive ‘Replace-ive’ Program.”
Richardson announces retirement from YMCA
The YMCA of the Roses has announced that after 31 years of service, Larry Richardson, CEO and president, will retire on Thursday, July 31. Richardson first joined the organization in October 1994, when it was still known as the YMCA of York and York County, and he has since played a pivotal role in shaping its growth, impact, and mission.
Throughout his tenure, Richardson worked closely with the board, donors, stakeholders, members, and staff members to expand the organization’s reach and deepen its community impact. His leadership was instrumental in the development and expansion of the W. Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA in Shrewsbury and the opening of the Graham Aquatic Center, an aquatic center and recreation pool. Under his guidance, the York campus, Arthur J. Glatfelter YMCA, grew to include a community park and a state-ofthe-art tech center to help increase access to education and recreation.
Passionate about investing in the next generation, Richardson played a key role in bringing youth programs to the YMCA of the Roses. Programs such as Temple Guard and Young Thinkers of York continue to provide young people with mentorship, leadership development, and the skills to create meaningful change in their communities.
Under Richardson’s leadership, the Y strengthened the relationship between York and Lancaster counties, fostering collaboration and expanding services across the region. Richardson played a key role in guiding the organization through its merger with Lancaster Family YMCA, which led to the formation of the YMCA of the Roses. This merger expanded the Y’s reach, allowing the organization to enhance the programs and resources available to those in need.
Through his leadership, Richardson played a key role in fostering relationships with donors and strengthening the Roses Society. His commitment to stew -
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ardship has helped inspire individuals to consider legacy gifts to help ensure the long-term sustainability of the Y’s mission.
Throughout his career, Richardson was committed to addressing housing insecurity and homelessness in the region. He helped implement the Y Community Development Corporation (YCDC) to provide affordable housing in York, expanded the Arthur J. Glatfelter YMCA to include more than 100 rooms for homeless men, and played a key role in advocating for the Y to operate a low-barrier homeless shelter in Lancaster. His leadership ensured that these initiatives provided support and resources to those in need.
Richardson also championed the construction plan of a new branch in Spring Grove, set to open later this year.
To ensure a smooth transition, the board of directors has established a transition committee to guide the organization through its next chapter.
To learn more about the YMCA of the Roses, visit www.rosesymca.org.
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Beiler Insurance Agency Inc. of Gap is one of 18 independent insurance agencies that has received Mutual Benefit Group’s Inner Circle honor based on 2024 business results.
This is the eighth time overall and fifth consecutive year that Beiler Insurance Agency Inc. has qualified for this honor.
Mutual Benefit Group is a multiline property and casualty insurance company based in Huntingdon. It is represented by approximately 300 independent agents in both Pennsylvania and Maryland. Every year, the company celebrates the independent agents who have provided superior customer satisfaction while establishing a consistent record of profitable growth for the company.
This group of agents is referred to as Mutual
Benefit’s Inner Circle. As part of this group, Beiler Insurance Agency Inc. will be presented with a gift and a cash award at the annual Inner Circle celebratory event.
Since opening its doors in 1978, Beiler Insurance Agency Inc. has served Lancaster and Chester counties in Pennsylvania, providing home, auto, life, business, umbrella and farm insurance. President Chris Beiler and vice president Andrew Beiler, first cousins, are continuing the family business from their fathers - previous agency principals Rob Beiler and Clair Beiler.
Chris and Rob are actively involved in their local volunteer fire department.
To learn more about Beiler Insurance Agency Inc., visit www.beilerinsurance.com or www.facebook.com/ BeilerInsuranceAgencyInc.
Garden club sets meeting
The Women’s Garden Club of Lancaster County will present “19th-Century Family Kitchen Garden” on Thursday, April 24, from 1 to 3 p.m. at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 301 St. Thomas Road, Lancaster.
Patrick Clarke, director of President James Buchanan’s Wheatland, will share how American family gardens in the 19th century were influenced by European cultures. Both urban and rural Americans were taught the value of a well-
planned garden to provide a healthy diet and a source of medicinal remedies for their family. Clarke will share aspects of historical gardening and how they may be relevant in today’s gardens.
Refreshments will be served following the meeting. Guests are welcome to attend by donation. For more details, email Kathy at KRASgardener@yahoo.com.
To learn more about the club, search for “Women’s Garden Club of Lancaster County” on Facebook.
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Spread joy as a Make-A-Wish clown
BY CAT SHANNON
Each year, the Make-AWish Mother’s Day Truck Convoy travels through the county, bringing smiles to the faces of people along the route and raising funds for children facing life-threatening illnesses. You can be part of the fun by joining the event as a Make-A-Wish clown.
Participating as a clown is a fun and easy way to support the effort, said Amy Nolt, whose clown name is hArMonY.
“Pretty much anybody
can be a clown,” she said. “I used to be very introverted, but I love doing this.”
To help people get into clown character, Amy holds classes at her Lititz home.
“We teach people how to put on makeup, how to choose their clown name and outfit,” she said. “We teach them clown etiquette and give pointers on how to interact with people.”
Clown opportunities are available for people of all ages, she said, and no special skills are required.
“Some people do magic tricks as they walk around. Some people do balloons. We had an acrobat last year, but you don’t have to be able to do anything other than be available to walk around, talk to the kids, take pictures with the Wish kids,” she said. “Some people like to hand out stickers or little items to give away.”
This year’s Make-AWish Mother’s Day Truck Convoy will be held on Saturday, May 10, at the Manheim Pennsylvania Auto Auction, 1190 Lancaster Road, Manheim. A family fest will begin at 9 a.m., and the truck convoy will kick off at 1:30 p.m. Since 1990, almost 12,000 trucks have driven in the convoy, and the event has raised more than $9.2 million, granting wishes to more than 900 children in the Susquehanna Valley.
Amy and her husband, Mark, have been organizing the clowns for about 10 years. Amy has been involved with Make-AWish for almost 30 years.
“I started in college as part of a clown ministry,” she said, noting that when the previous clown organizer found out Amy had clowned in college, he invited her to help out with the convoy.
For her character, Amy dresses in a rainbow-striped outfit covered in music notes. Her husband, whose clown name is Teed Off, dresses as a golfer.
The clowns entertain the crowd before the truck convoy departs from the Manheim Auto Auction and then walk along the convoy route, spreading joy as they go.
“We try to cover the entire 26-mile route, but we need help to do that,” Amy said. “We had 14 clowns last year, and that was a big number for recent years. In the past, we’ve had as many as 40 clowns. Trying to cover 26 miles with a few people is a little daunting.”
When she says people of all ages can participate as clowns, she means it. “We take any age,” she said. “Our oldest clown last year was 85. Anyone under 13 must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult.”
If people are interested in supporting the fundraiser but don’t want to dress up as clowns, there are opportunities to walk the route as a non-clown as well, she said.
Clown classes are held on an as-needed basis, and Amy said she’s available to teach a class on any Saturday or Sunday in April, except for Easter Sunday, April 20.
“I invite anyone who is interested to come to a clown class and learn more,” she said. “The clowns just add a little more fun to the convoy.”
For more information on volunteering as a clown, call or text Amy at 717-587-9841.
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COUNTRY 2 STY. 3 BDRM. COLONIAL 2 CAR GARAGE – 4/10 ACRE LOT INTERCOURSE/VINTAGE AREA
THURSDAY, MAY 8 • 5 P.M.
ASPIE artists plan spring
2 sty. Colonial w/1768 SF, eat-in kitchen w/Krown cabinets & appliances, formal dining rm., 1st floor family rm. w/brick FP w/gas insert, 20x10½ screened-in porch, 1st floor laundry w/washer & dryer, 3 bdrms., 1½ baths, bsmt. w/future rec rm. area, heat pump, central AC, country 4/10 acre lot w/farmland boundary. Pequea Valley schs.
After 39 years, owners relocating to retirement facility & serious to sell. Economical & move in condition. Minutes to Intercourse, Paradise, Vintage & Kinzers w/easy access to Rt. 30 & Rt. 772. Personal inspection by appointment or Open House Sat., April 19, 26 & May 3 from 1 to 4 P.M. For brochure or land plotting visit www.klinekreidergood.com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368)
Randal V. Kline
Roy E. Good, Jr.
Aaron Z. Nolt
Curvin M. Horning
717-733-1006
Lic. #499, 2116, 5064, 3956
Naaman W. & Dorothy Stoltzfus 717-442-9738
R116086 www.klinekreidergood.com
31 Ocola Dr., Paradise. Rt. 30 E. from Paradise to Vintage. Left N. Vintage Rd. Left Harristown Rd. Right Osceola Mill Rd. House on left corner of Osceola Mill Rd. & Ocola Dr. Find Your Next Job In The Classifieds bit.ly/epcclassifieds.com
VALUABLE CHESTER CO. REAL ESTATE
Immaculate 1½ Story Home with Attached 1 Car Garage on a .317 Ac +/- 2 Lot. Adjacent .284 Ac +/Level Building Lot Sold Separate. Quality Furniture, Glassware & HH Goods 45 Reel St., Coatesville, PA 19320
Sadsbury Twp. - Coatesville Area Schools May 28, 2025 ∙ 4:00pm - Real Estate at 6:00pm
ASPIE, a nonprofit dedicated to creating supplemental income for adult artisans with disabilities, will hold its annual spring gallery show on Saturday, April 19, at a new venue: the Booth Ferris Room at the Steinman College Center on the campus of Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster. Steinman College Center is located off College Avenue. The show will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The event is made possible by cooperative work between ASPIE and the college’s Best Buddies chapter. Best Buddies is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing a volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
As ASPIE enters its second decade of operation in 2025, its member artisans generate income through donations for their original artwork via the online ASPIE Gallery at www.aspieartists.com and the more recently opened in-person gallery at 1905 Barton Drive, Lancaster. Donors make it possible for artists with disabilities to show their work and grow more independent.
Artists who will be highlighted in the April
19 show include Jesse Buckwalter, a photographer from Lancaster; Jonathan Whitlock, a painter from Lancaster; Dorrin Gingrich, a painter from Macon, Ga.; JP Henry, a photographer from Earleville, Md.; Kate Manners, a pour painter from Lancaster; Steven Georges, a metal artist from Mount Joy; and Malcolm Corley, a painter from Lancaster.
Several of these artists will attend a portion of the gallery show. In addition, a musical presentation by the Harmonic Crooners will occur from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The Harmonic Crooners is an ensemble from the Adult Enrichment chorus led by Annette Whitlock, an ASPIE board member. Adult Enrichment is a day program for adults with disabilities operated by United Disabilities Services.
For more information, call Jerry Buckwalter at 207-412-8090.
9’x22’ rear Trex style deck, Generac whole house generator, invisible pet fence.
Total Taxes: House - $4,198 Lot - $1,034
Open for Inspection: 5/1/25 - 3-5pm & 5/4/25 - 1-3pm
TERMS: Real Estate - 10% Down at auction. Bal. by 7/8/25. Buyer pays all realty transfer tax. Personal Prop. - No Buyer’s premium for cash, PA checks, or out of state checks w/bank guarantee letter. 4% buyer’s premium for credit card purchases.
FOR: Paula Diobilda
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Applying epoxy floors in garages, basements & commercial. No exp. necessary. Valid DL & clean language req. Duramax Concrete Coatings, Narvon 717-271-2852
is looking for a DRIVER for employee transportation to and from New Holland, Mon.-Fri. for 3-4 men in the Gordonville/Kinzers areas. Shop hrs. 6am-4:30pm. Please call 717-355-9179 or email info@commercecoating.com
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FOR SALE
Bldg. Materials
ASPHALT MILLINGS AND CRUSHED CONCRETE FOR SALE. Call PAVWORX® at 610-929-9971 pavworx.com/millings.html
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Lawn & Garden
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HOLLAND BALER 276, NEW HOLLAND HAYBINE 488, 16 ft. HAY ELEVATOR. Call
2YO BREEDING RAM All white mixed breed $50.00. Highpoint Rd., Cochranville. U pickup 610-593-5703
ACA WELSH CORGI PUPPIES, blue merle & tricolor, Ready on Mother’s Day. $350.00. 223-289-0906.
BOERBOEL PUPPIES
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GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES
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ICCF CANE CORSO PUPPIES
UTD vet checked, very nice built pups! 5F: $850/ea, 2M: $875/ea obo 717-654-1075
LT. GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPS Home raised. 4 girls, 3 boys. Will be vet checked at 6 wks. Ready 4/25. Mon.-Sun. appt. avail. 717-601-1558
Sporting Goods
GUNS WANTED INSTANT PAYMENT 1 gun or collection - will travel Kinsey’s Outdoors, 717-653-5524
Miscellaneous
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!!OLD GUITARS WANTED!! GIBSON, FENDER, MARTIN, Etc. 1930’s to 1980’s. TOP DOLLAR PAID. CALL TOLL FREE 1866-433-8277
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WESLEY FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC Timeshare Cancellation Experts. Over
$50,000,000 in timeshare debt & fees cancelled in 2019. Get free info package & learn how to get rid of your timeshare! Free consultations. Over 450 positive reviews. 1-833-308-1971.
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COAL/WOOD/PELLET STOVES & Inserts, New & Refurbished. Over 300 models in stock. $100-$800 & up. Buy/Sell/Trade. Call 717-577-6640
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FOUND AN ITEM? Place a FREE 15 word ad in your local issue to locate the owner of your found item. 1-800-428-4211
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A LOCAL HANDYMAN PLUMBING • ELECTRICAL CUSTOM CARPENTRY Licensed & Insured • 610-547-7789
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AFFORDABLE CONCRETE
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BOOT ROAD TREE SERVICE
Expert tree removal, stump grinding & Trimming. Fully Insured 610-656-5880
CLOCK REPAIR - TRAGER 717-786-7053
CONCRETE FLOOR COATINGS in DURALAST, EPOXY, METALLICS. We also offer Vinyl plank floor install. TRUFLOORS | 717-687-1300
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Deck/shed repairs • Landscaping • Mowing Patios • Powerwashing. 717-715-5230
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GENERAL CONTRACTOR:
Additions, Siding, Replacement Windows & Doors, Decks. 15 Yrs Exp. Sylvan Miller - 717-468-2693
Grandfather, Wall, & Mantel Clocks Cleaned, Oiled, Repaired. We Make House Calls! Free Pick-up & Delivery 717-454-7925
GUTTERS, GUTTERS
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SHEDS REPAIRS & REMOVAL Sheds Roof • New Sheds. Wyomissing Structures, 610-743-5660
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STUMP GRINDING SERVICES 717-989-7938, leave message.
TONE’S SOLID CONTRUCTION Remodel • Basements • Additions Decks Fences, etc. We do it all! Insd./PA176621 | 717-984-3865
TRANSFORM YOUR kitchen in less time, with less stress, at an amazing value. Since 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, and luxury countertop throughout the Northeast. Call today for a free estimate. 1-844-887-5145 (PA017137).
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AFFORDABLE PAINTING Drywall Instl./Repairs, Lite Carpentry. Wallpaper Removal. Cabinets. PA032157. We take the pain out of painting for you! Call Damien 717-940-5912 A A F F F F O O R R D D A A B B L L E E POWERWASHING POWERWASHING & DECK SEALING/REPAIR By Steve, 717-892-7411
AMISH MOVING COMPANY AMISH CLEANOUTS Will move households (will go out of state). Fair prices for Clean Outs of Attics, Basements. 717-442-3301 ANDY’S DRYWALL
Interior Remodeling, Hanging, Finishing, Framing, Painting, Basements, Additions, Insured. PA 022669. 717-587-4102
Clean, Repair, Gutter Guards. Property Maint. by Steve. 717-892-7411
HAULING, JUNK REMOVAL. Bsmts, sheds, garages cleaned out. Tree brush. Odd jobs. We also move people. Free est. Visa/MC/ Disc/AmEx. 717-456-6051; 410-688-7569 CRASS HAULING
JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. For a limited time, waiving ALL installation costs! Additional terms apply. Subject to change and vary by dealer. Call 1-844-826-2535
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SAFE STEP. NORTH America’s #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1,600 off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step: 1-833-356-1954.
SEAMLESS GUTTERS, ROOFING, SOFFIT, FASCIA, GUTTER GUARDS Call Solanco Spouting & Exteriors Lic. & Insd. 717-824-2765
BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-5778206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com
CORVETTES WANTED 1953 thru 2019 Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561
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