Pickleball tournament planned by the tennis team that could
BY ANN MEAD ASH
When one hears the history of the Pequea Valley boys’ tennis program since 2022, one might wonder how Pequea Valley High School (PVHS) fields a tennis team at all. However, quite the opposite is true.
Due to construction at the school, the PVHS tennis team has not had home courts for practice or to host games on since 2022, when the current senior players were freshmen. Instead, the team practices mostly at the Paradise Park courts and at the courts at the park in Gap.
“At the beginning of the last season, we had five juniors,” noted coach Lela Fredricks.
“(The boys) recruited their friends (to join the team),” added
Lori Winey, Pequea Valley Boys Tennis Boosters member.
With all that working against the 13 team members, the team
finished the 2025 season with a 13-1 record, making it to the semifinals in league playoffs.
Both singles and doubles players
advanced to District 3. At print time, the team had won its first district match against Berks Catholic High School.
“Having only two courts has not stopped them from loving the sport,” Fredricks said. “Tennis is a mental sport, and only having
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Celebrating “the joy of the journey”
BY ANN MEAD ASH
“We are all in this journey together,” stated Adam Nagle, executive director of The Factory Ministries, an organization with a mission rooted in the belief that “everyone’s journey matters.” As The Factory looks forward to this year’s gala, the importance of recognizing the contributions of community members is foremost as organizers look to celebrate dignity and accomplishment.
The Together We Rise Factory
BY JEFF FALK
World Down Syndrome Day doesn’t celebrate our differences. World Down Syndrome Day celebrates why we’re all special.
On March 21, at 2501 Oregon Pike, GiGi’s Playhouse Lancaster added its own special twists to World Down Syndrome Day.
“Down syndrome is not a condition,” said Kevin Hewitt, president of GiGi’s Playhouse Lancaster’s seven-person advisory board. “People with Down
syndrome aren’t suffering. They’re just different. They might have challenges that other people don’t have. Sometimes they’re challenged physically. They might be challenged in their cognitive abilities.”
“In the past, people with Down syndrome tended to get pushed aside,” continued Hewitt. “General acceptance is what World Down Syndrome Day is all about. (People with Down syndrome) are often misunderstood, and sometimes they’re bullied. Our mission is to
The Pequea Valley High School boys’ tennis team and coaches are preparing to hold a fundraising pickleball tournament.
Looking forward to The Factory Ministries’ annual gala at The Expo Center at Wyndham are (from left) Mike Lewis, Ellie Green, Adam Nagle, Kerri Burns, and Louise Quillen.
Thaddeus Stevens College receives donation
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology recently accepted a gift of more than $104,000 to its foundation from Mid Atlantic Machinery and its partners. The funds will provide scholarships to students in the college’s Metals Fabrication & Welding Technology associate degree program, creating pathways to high-demand careers in many industries.
Mid Atlantic Machinery, a machine tool and fabrication equipment distributor based in Lower Paxton Township, Dauphin County, has been a supporter of Thaddeus Stevens College. The company has been a longtime partner, demonstrating support through regularly hiring program graduates as well as its philanthropy.
Staff members and students accepted the donation from Mid Atlantic Machinery.
Mid Atlantic Machinery has hosted an annual golf event for the past 12 years specifically to raise funds for the college, with those dollars going directly toward the Mid Atlantic Machinery Scholarship. The company has now raised more than
$227,000 for scholarships at the college.
The company has hired graduates not only from the college’s metals fabrication and welding program, but also its electro-mechanical technology track and business administration major.
Its leadership also encourages its customers to hire graduates from Thaddeus Stevens College as well. Jeff Tankesley, the CFO at Mid Atlantic Machinery, also serves on the board of trustees for Thaddeus Stevens Foundation.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14
8AM-5PM
THURSDAY, MAY 15
8AM-8PM
FRIDAY, MAY 16
8AM-5PM
Gigi’s Playhouse
change the way the world views Down syndrome.”
That Friday in late March at the Lancaster location of GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Center, World Down Syndrome Day was celebrated from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and was marked by discovery, fellowship and inclusion. As part of the festivities, a group of GiGi’s Playhouse clients visited Lancaster County Christian School and a group of Lancaster-Lebanon IU13 students and Pennsylvania state Rep. Nikki Rivera visited GiGi’s Playhouse and toured the Manheim Township facilities.
“It was just a festive day, a day of awareness and celebration,” said Hewitt. “The playhouse was decorated with balloons and glitter. Music was playing. Different
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families were coming in. Grandparents were joining with families. It was loud, fun and exciting.”
In all, about 150 people visited GiGi’s Playhouse Lancaster on World Down Syndrome Day. The only Down syndrome achievement center in Pennsylvania, GiGi’s Playhouse Lancaster currently serves about 530 families from Lancaster County and beyond.
Operated through the work of one paid staff member and more than 100 volunteers, GiGi’s Playhouse Lancaster offers services like career development, tutoring and therapeutic and educational programs free of charge to participants.
“We have new families coming in all the time, and they’re not sure how they’re going to fit in,” said Hewitt. “It’s encouraging for parents and grandparents to know there’s a place like GiGi’s Playhouse. Some parents just sit and talk about what they’re going through.”
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of 700 babies in the United States is born with Down syndrome. About 6,000 babies are born with Down syndrome in the United States each year.
Down syndrome is named for British physician John Langdon Down, who first
described the condition in 1866.
“The general public really doesn’t understand people with Down syndrome,” said Hewitt. “What they’re seeing is someone who looks somewhat different.
Our people with Down syndrome are out in the community. They work at all kinds of places. We don’t facilitate them getting jobs, but we prepare them. They’re becoming members of the community. I think there’s some misunderstanding about the capabilities of people with Down syndrome.”
One of 62 GiGi’s Playhouses across the country, the Lancaster location opened in 2020, serving 100 families affected by Down syndrome. Now, GiGi’s Playhouse Lancaster offers 18 programs to families.
GiGi’s Playhouse Lan -
caster, which moved into its current more spacious building in April of 2024, is financed through four major fundraisers throughout the year and some individual donations. The organization is currently exploring the grant application process.
“That growth trend is continuing,” said Hewitt. “Lots of generous people and generous businesses believe in what we do. Every week another new family comes into the playhouse. They see all the programs, and we tell them, ‘We’re here for you.’ We’re always accepting donations, and we always want people to volunteer. We love to give tours of our playhouse. We also love to give presentations to businesses about what we do.”
For additional information, go to www.gigisplay house.org/lancaster.
Individuals celebrate World Down Syndrome Day at GiGi’s Playhouse Lancaster.
River Discovery boat tours planned
Susquehanna National Heritage Area (SNHA) will offer one-hour River Discovery boat tours on Thursdays to Sundays from June through September. SNHA will welcome guests aboard the Chief Uncas, a historic electric-powered boat, for tours on the Lake Clarke reach of the Susquehanna River. Tours will embark from the dock at SNHA’s Zimmerman Center for Heritage, 1706 Long Level Road, Wrightsville.
On the tours, guides will share stories of the Susquehanna River’s history and heritage. Up to 22 passengers may participate in each outing. In addition, themed boat tours will be offered throughout the
tour season, highlighting stories of the river’s Civil War, Native American, and haunted heritage.
There is a fee, with discounts for youths age 17 and under and for seniors.
To purchase tickets, visit https://susqnha.org/ programs/boat-tours/.
The Chief Uncas was built in 1912 for Adolphus Busch, who used it for cruises at his summer estate on Otsego Lake in Cooperstown, N.Y., the headwaters of the Susquehanna River.
SNHA purchased the Chief Uncas in 2021. To learn more about the history of the boat, visit https:// susqnha.org/wp-content /uploads/2024/02/Chief -Uncas-Brochure-2-24.pdf.
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two courts, they could have thought they would (not have a good season), but tennis is all about how your thoughts impact your actions.”
“It’s not recommended that a team play on only two courts, but they have survived and thrived,” stated Winey.
To help fund costs associated with travel and gear for the team, the booster club has organized a pickleball tournament fundraiser on Saturday, May 31, beginning at 7:30 a.m. in Salis -
bury Township Community Park, commonly known as Gap Park, 750 White Horse Road, Gap. The tournament will be for doubles only, and there is a cost to take part. Area residents who wish to play in the tournament are encouraged to register by Tuesday, May 27, by calling 717-875-3048. More information may be found on the home page at https:// pvhs.pequeavalley.org.
Winey said the idea of a pickleball fundraiser had been discussed for some time. “When we got talking
about it, I asked the coach, ‘Can we do it?’” recalled Winey, who said that team member Nolan Stoltzfus and his father, Darryl, who have competed in pickleball events, stepped up immediately and offered to run the tournament. PVHS tennis team members will help to facilitate the tournament, and some may play if they are needed. Winey added that pickleball is popular with senior citizens. “Darryl was thinking there are a lot of avid players that will come out,” she reported. Pickleball is a sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and pingpong. It is played on a court the same size as a badminton court with a modified tennis net. Equipment includes a paddle and a plastic ball with holes in it.
The PV Boys Tennis Booster Club has been providing meals and lunches for team members as they travel to away games. They also purchased windbreakers for the boys to wear during this windy tennis season. “We had to outfit them, and we wanted them to be uniform,” reported Winey. “We didn’t have a home court advantage.” In addition, the team will lose seven seniors to graduation this spring. “We don’t want to leave the team with the funds depleted,”
explained Winey. “They will need windbreakers and food. We like to keep them hydrated because sometimes matches go very long.” Fredricks added that she does not expect the team to have home courts until fall of 2026 at the earliest.
As the boosters look to build funds for future teams, Fredricks would like to see younger boys come out for tennis in the next year. She hopes the news about this year’s success will appeal to underclassmen. Calling the team “amazing,” Fredricks shared that outlook has been as important as chalking up wins. “(The team) has had such a phenomenal year,” she shared. “Their attitude has been more impressive than their 13-1 record.”
Assistant coach Jason Graybill agreed, noting that the team members are willing to take part in any fundraiser that is suggested. “It’s something to say about the guys that they want to do fundraising,” he stated. “You don’t have to twist their arms because they want to support (the team).”
Looking ahead, Winey said the team members hope to leave a legacy for future teams. “They really want to see the next generation,” she said. “That’s their heart.”
The Factory Ministries
Ministries Gala Fundraiser will be held on Tuesday, June 10, beginning at 5 p.m. at The Expo Center at Wyndham, 2300 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster. A number of activities are planned for the event, including time to network, bid on silent auction items, enjoy a dinner buffet, and visit a cash bar. At 7:30 p.m., a program featuring a speaker, live auction, and donation appeal will be held. The live appeal will be presented by auctioneer Tim Keller with the Fundraising Auction Team of Keller Auctioneers. Following that, attendees will have a chance to enjoy dessert. Live music for the gala will be provided by the Vivace String Quartet,
known for playing contemporary music on a variety of string instruments. The dinner buffet will include chicken, pasta, and roasted vegetables.
Christine Schneider with Alegre Events is helping to plan the gala. She noted that organizers are hoping for a comfortable evening where guests may venture outside the main room to mingle near a water wall and around fire pits.
“People will be able to enjoy desserts and coffee outside,” she noted.
The silent auction will feature more than 100 items. According to Ellie Green, communications director with The Factory Ministries, the silent auction will include a fourweek billboard advertise -
ment - valued at more than $2,400 - branded dispensers, and other products from Bevanda, local gift baskets, and experiences.
Larger items will be sold at live auction.
The evening is billed as an opportunity to “hear stories of the lives transformed through the empowerment, resources, and community provided by our donors. Nagle noted that the vision is to acknowledge and celebrate how major donors have contributed to reaching Factory goals of connecting people with resources.
“We are together in this work,” said Nagle. “The heart of it is that things we accomplish are things (our guests at the gala) accomplish.” Among the things The Factory could not make happen without area donors are a crisis housing facility at The Factory, the Pequea Valley Early Learning Center and Braves Learning Center, and the Workforce Advocacy program.
how another county service provider had recently complimented the organization. “He said, ‘As a whole, the way you interact and treat people is dignified,’” reported Nagle. “I think that’s what we’re celebrating. Our staff and the community bring a dignity to the underresourced. There’s a love and appreciation of the humanness.” Nagle added that The Factory believes there are six primary resources - relational, emotional, financial, spiritual, physical, and intellectual. “We are built on that,” he said, noting that a state of poverty is defined as the degree to which someone is going without resources.
Green said that the plan is to hold a fundraiser while conveying appreciation for the good work that has been done. “It’s a celebration that will raise money for the mission,” she noted.
“It’s the joy of journeying together,” added Nagle.
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.
IMPACT CHURCH: IMPACTING lives with the Hope of Jesus Christ. Sunday Gatherings at 9 am & 10:30 am. 101 East 1st Ave., Parkesburg. Pastor Mike Bailey. 610-857-3887. Visit us online at WWW.IMPACTPA.CHURCH
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
Please Note: Updates can be made to your church’s listing for 1st issue date of each month only. (Changes must be submitted by the previous Wednesday.) For More Information On Church Listings And Rates, Call Justin at 717-492-2533
The attitude and outlook with which The Factory staff members have delivered services is another source of celebration. “I am proud of our team,” noted Nagle, who relayed
A number of table sponsorship packages are available. Individual tickets may be purchased at www .thefactoryministries.com by clicking on the “Gala Fundraiser” button or by calling 717-847-9982.
Coast Guard urges people to practice boating safety
In connection with National Safe Boating Week - Saturday to Friday, May 17 to 23 - the Coast Guard urges all Americans to familiarize themselves with best practices for a safe boating experience. Everyone in the boat should always wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket appropriate for the water activity. People should file a float plan with someone they trust; the
plan should detail where boaters are going and when they expect to return.
Those enjoying an outing on a boat should have a reliable means of communication for their area, be it a marine radio or a cell phone.
Alcohol is the leading contributing factor in fatal boating accidents, so it is recommended that people do not consume alcohol while boating. Anyone who would like
to obtain a boat operation certificate or who wants to brush up on his or her skills may consider taking a boating skills course. Local Coast Guard Auxiliary flotillas conduct Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission-approved boating safety courses throughout the year.
People are also encouraged to schedule a vessel safety check. Coast Guard Auxiliary flotillas conduct these checks free of charge
at any time throughout the year.
The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is the uniformed volunteer component of the United States Coast Guard created by an act of Congress in 1939. The Auxiliary supports the Coast Guard in nearly all its missions except law enforcement and military operations. For more information, visit www.cgaux.org.
PUBLIC AUCTION
MONDAY, MAY 19 • 6:30 P.M. 1660 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster, PA
2-BDRM, 1-BATH, 1 ½ STORY HOUSE w/DETACHED GARAGE ON .32 ACRES • PUBLIC WATER AND SEWER • FIXER UPPER IN NEED OF REPAIR (SELLING AS IS) **MIXED USE ZONING ** House is a Fixer Upper in need of renovation. A 2-BR, 1-bath house, w/kitchen, dining room addition, and LR with fireplace and built-in corner cupboards. Approx. 1,235 SF on main floor. HW floors throughout. Large attic and approx. 850 SF unfinished basement. Detached 1-car garage with lg parking area. Public Water and Sewer. Property is .32 acres with large private backyard/garden area and mature shade trees. Built in 1935. Tax ID 310-89701-0-0000. Annual taxes are $2,872.
Attention Investors and Renovators: Located in the desirable Conestoga Valley School District, east of Lancaster along Old Philadelphia Pike w/easy access to Rt. 30, Rt. 462, and Rt. 340. Within walking distance of HACC and a public transportation bus stop and conveniently located near many stores and restaurants. This property is zoned Mixed Use and has great potential as a home or income-producing property. Consult East Lampeter Township Zoning Ordinance for permitted uses. With all its faults and charms, this property presents tremendous opportunities for a buyer with vision.
Note: Property sells AS-IS.
Brief Terms: $15,000 down payment, cash or check, on evening of auction with balance due at closing within 45 days.
Buyer will pay 2% transfer tax.
Open House: Saturday, May 17, 1:00-3:00pm Auction for the Estate of Raymond B. Leaman
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w/3 STALLS 6/10 ACRE CORNER LOT “SOUTHERN EXPOSURE” PARADISE – VINTAGE – GORDONVILLE AREA WEDNESDAY, MAY 21 • 5 P.M. 98 London Vale Rd., Gordonville,
Chicken barbecue stand to open
Abner Esh has announced that he and his family will offer barbecue chicken every Saturday from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day at 94 Peach Lane, Ronks, located between Strasburg and Georgetown. Opening day will be on Saturday, May 24, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; free coffee and whoopie pies will be offered. Legs, thighs and half-chickens will be available, as well as complete dinners that include a leg or thigh or a half-chicken with two grilled potatoes, coleslaw, a dinner roll and a whoopie pie. Beverages are
sold separately. The potatoes are grilled with the chicken for added flavor.
Esh noted that he has been offering barbecue chicken for six years, four years at other produce stands and now at the family home.
Guests can sit and eat their meals on-site; tables are available to sit outside. Takeouts are also available. During the summer months, fresh-cut flower bouquets will be offered for sale.
Those who would like to place a large order are asked to call in advance at 717-687-5122.
Accordion group to meet
The First Lancaster Accordion Group (FLAG) will meet on Sunday, May 18, at Zion Church of Millersville, 317 N. George St., Millersville. The meeting will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. For additional details, contact Miranda Hoffman at 717-940-4762.
Barbecue chicken will be available at 94 Peach Lane, Ronks, on Saturdays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day.
Indian arts event planned
The Indian Organization of Lancaster County (IOLC) will present Utsav 2025: An Indian Arts Gala on Saturday, May 17, at the Ware Center, 42 N. Prince St., Lancaster. An utsav is a festival or celebration, and the upcoming event will celebrate the rich heritage of Indian culture.
Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. A social hour will follow, featuring heavy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar in the Lyet Lobby.
A cultural program will be held in Steinman Hall. It will include dance, music, and a family-friendly fash-
ion show featuring designs by woman entrepreneurs. These businesspeople fuse tradition and modernity as they navigate challenges, embrace their roots, and seek to redefine global fashion through India’s textiles.
Afterward, dinner and dessert will be available in the atrium, including dishes from various regions of India. A cash bar will be offered.
To purchase tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/ LancasterUtsav2025.
More information about IOLC is available at www .iolcpa.org.
VALUABLE LANCASTER CO. REAL ESTATE
Circa 1850s 2 Story Home with Detached 3 Car Garage/Barn on a .5+/- Acre Quality Antiques, Collectables, Furniture, Glassware, Books, Tools, & Household Goods 2928 Lincoln Highway East Gordonville, PA 17529
East Lampeter Twp. – Conestoga Valley Schools Wed., June 11, 2025 ∙ 4:00pm Real Estate at 6:00pm
Seniors named to the honor roll were Abigail Beiler, Makenna Bradley, Noah Culp, Eloise Fickinger, Taylor Gehman, Galilea Gonzalez, Morgan Graham, Olivia Graybill, Samantha Groff, Sleiter
Harris Vargas, Jackson Hershey, Madeline Heverin, Lincoln Houck, Vanessa Jachym, Daniel Johnson, Kaitlyn Landis, Brianna Lourido, Murphy Madden, Charity Palmer, Grace Petersheim, Sydney Roye, Carissa Sensenig, Bo Smucker, Jordan Stauffer, Lillyann Stike, Katie Stoltzfus, Leah Stoltzfus, Sofia Stoltzfus, Alex Wilkinson, Lana Willenbrock, and Hayden Winey.
FIREARMS & SPORTING GOODS
SATURDAY MAY 17 • 8:00 A.M.
Location: 1141 Wea Wit Street, East Earl, PA 17519
Auction will begin at 8:00am with un-catalogued smalls. Catalogued Items start at 9:00am
Highlighted lots: Magnum Research BFR .45-70 Gov’t Revolver; “Rare” Ruger Single-Six Lightweight .22LR; IMI UZI Model-A 9mm Rifle; Remington Model 700 BDL .243 Win Rifle; U.S. Saco-Lowell Shops M37 Belt Fed 7.62x51 Rif; Winchester Mod 9422 Eagle Scout Commemorative Winchester Pre 64 Model 12 20 Gauge Shotgun; Stevens Model 555 Over Under 12 Gauge; Remington Sportsman-48 12 Gauge Shotgun; Remington Gamemaster 760 30-06 Sprg Rifle. Over 500 firearms from manufacturers to include: Remington, Ruger, Marlin, Beretta, Winchester, Sig Sauer, Colt, Glock, Smith & Wesson, Springfield, Savage, Mangum Research, IMI, Stevens, Henry, Mossberg, C. Sharps, Pietta, H&R, Taurus, Chiappa, Thompson Center, Browning, Daisy, NEF, Iver Johnson, JC Higgins, Flobert, Hopkins & Allen, Tristar, Keltec, Hamilton Rifle Co. Forehand Arms, Stoeger, Tokarev, Tisas, FN, Rock Island, CZ, Zastava, Toyo Kogyo, Tikka, Weatherby, Walther, Kimber, CVA, Glenfield, Gforce, Westernfield, Bearman, High Standard, Hi-Standard, US revolver, BSA, Palmetto State Armory, SCCY, Heritage mfg, Spikes Tactical, D-Technic ,Standard mfg, Armalite, Husqvarna, Anderson, AH Fox, Sako, W Richards, Romarm, Sears, Hi-Point, Kahr, Norinco, Bersa.
TAXIDERMY AUCTION
SATURDAY MAY 17 • 10:00 A.M.
Location: 1141 Wea Wit Street, East Earl, PA 17519
Items in this catalog will be sold at a live onsite auction with online bidding available. The items in this catalog will be sold on Saturday, 5/17/2025 starting at approximately 10AM with the first lot and selling one item at a time.
Borders Farmland to Rear. Oil hot water heat, well/cistern, public sewer, total taxes $3,450 Open for Inspection: 5/15/25∙3-5pm & 5/18/25∙1-3pm TERMS: Real Estate-10% Down at auction. Bal by 7/25/25. Buyer pays all realty transfer tax.
FOR: Louise A. Reinert
Highlights include: Shoulder Mounts: Assorted Sized Whitetail, Caribou, Kudu, 5x6 Elk, Pronghorn Antelope, Sable Antelope, Nyala, Wildebeest, Assorted Mule Deer, (2) Warthog, Whitetail Doe, Red Hartebeest, Gemsbok, Blesbok, (2) Zebra, Moose, (2) Eland, Cape Buffalo, Impala, Bushpig, Peccary, Duiker, Reedbuck, Full Body Mounts: (2) Black Bear, Black Squirrel, Wild Turkey 1/2 Mount, (2) Wild Turkey, (2) Ringneck Pheasant, Grey Fox, Jackal, Genet, Bass, Walleye, Trout, Hammer Head Shark 1/2 Mount, Salmon, Northern Pike, Blonde Bear, Caracal, African Civet, Muskellunge, (2) African Leopard, (2) Mountain Lion, Dall Sheep, African Bush Buck, Black Bear w/ King Salmon, (3) Grizzly Bear, Hyena, Lioness & Wolverine, Baboon, Raccoon, Wolf, Sable, 8’ Alligator, (2) Fox, Miscellaneous Skulls, Antlers, & More: Black Bear Hide, (10+) Bear Skulls, Mountain Lion Skulls, Elk Hoof Lamp, Shark Jaw, Jackalope, & Much more to come by sale time!
Auctioneer’s note: Visit www.paauctioncenter.com for
Football and cheerleading program posted
The United Disabilities Services Foundation (UDSF) has opened registration for the Challenger Football and Cheerleading League for the 2025-26 school year.
The league offers opportunities for people ages 8 to 21 with disabilities in Lancaster and surrounding cities to exercise while having fun. Along with teaching football and
cheerleading fundamentals, the league gives players the opportunity to participate in a group activity where they can learn skills, interact socially with other individuals, and make new friends.
The program is also looking for volunteers to be Challenger Buddies to encourage players around the field and help with pass-
REAL ESTATE AUCTION
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Sellers: Gideon & Mary Ruth Fisher Attorney: Dave Mersky
Auctioneers: Christian Stoltzfus Leon Stoltzfus
NOTICE of PUBLIC SALE
Gap Self Storage, LLC Wednesday, May 21, 2025 80 Route 41 Beginning at 10 a.m. Gap, PA 17527 717-442-3030
Gap Self Storage, LLC, in order to satisfy its statutory lien pursuant to 73 P.S. 1901 et seq., will sell at PUBLIC SALE all the personal property stored in its facility, placed by: Unit #205 stored by: Kimberly A. Harper
Intercourse Self Storage, LLC
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
2 Heritage Drive at the conclusion of 10am Gordonville, PA 17529 auction listed above 717-455-0505
Intercourse Self Storage, LLC, in order to satisfy its statutory lien pursuant to 73 P.S. 1901 et seq., will sell at PUBLIC SALE all the personal property stored in its facility, placed by:
Unit #423 stored by: Dale Ressler
Gap Self Storage, LLC Wednesday, May 21, 2025 845 Houston Run Drive at the conclusion of 10am Gap, PA 17527 auction listed above 717-442-3030
Gap Self Storage, LLC, in order to satisfy its statutory lien pursuant to 73 P.S. 1901 et seq., will sell at PUBLIC SALE all the personal property stored in its facility, placed by:
Unit #073H stored by: Jennifer Hatton
Unit #246H stored by: Jay Ford Conditions:
ing and catching. Games will take place every Saturday from Aug. 2 to Oct. 18 except Aug. 30. Volunteers over 18 must complete a criminal background check and child abuse clearance.
Sponsorships are available for businesses and individual donors.
To register before the end of June or for more information, visit https:// udservices.org/services/ enrichment-life-skills/ challenger-football-cheer leading/. Questions may also be directed to Lori Breece at lorib@udservices .org or 717-715-8753.
athletes participate in a
Postcard club sets meeting
The Lancaster County Postcard Club will hold a meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday, May 19, at the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster. The program for the evening will be a Members’ Market where attendees may buy and
sell postcards and paper items. The postcard competition will be “Springtime on the Farm.”
The meeting is open to the public. For more information, call 717-4136882 or follow “Lancaster County Postcard Club” on Facebook.
shake their pom-poms at a Challenger football game.
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