BY ANN MEAD ASH
AFamily Oriented
Music Event Will Help Fund Adoption
ccording to Matthew Waltman, adopting children was a “staple” with his family of origin. “My sister is adopted from China,” he said. “(We were part of) a community with other families adopting internationally, and there were play groups and get-togethers specifically to celebrate adoption and make (the adoptees) feel special for what made them different,” Matthew shared.
children, there is no insurance that covers part of the cost. To offset the expenses, Matthew and Nicole have organized a night of music featuring food and help from family members. The event will be open to the public.
With that background, it was only natural for Matthew and his wife, Nicole, to opt for adoption with their own family. “I knew that was something I wanted to do for sure,” said Matthew. With Nicole and their 4-year-old daughter on board, the Waltmans decided to pursue private adoption, and they are currently working through that process. Adoption is not an inexpensive endeavor. Unlike with biological
Music at The Homestead will be held at 3700 Holly Drive, Gordonville, on Sunday, Aug. 10, from 5 to 9 p.m. There is an admission charge to enjoy the live music of three acts. Food trucks will be present selling a variety of items. Yard games will be set up for attendees to enjoy, and beverages will be available by donation. A silent auction will be held as well.
“Music is something that I love,” shared Nicole, who has lined up bands of different genres to play at the event. “I have a lot of family members and friends who are musicians.”
The Peach Bottom Boys is a bluegrass group made up of Nicole’s
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Riding for The Haft
BY ANN MEAD ASH
Back in 2010, when Drew and Cindy Metcalf began their ministry to children in orphanages in Guatemala, they held a fundraiser called “Walk to Guatemala.” Fast forward to 2021, and the Metcalfs’ ministry moved to The Haft, a 105-acre converted sheep farm in Bradford County where Drew and Cindy help families find restoration and healing from trauma. “When we were in Guatemala, we realized one of the best ways to help children is to help their parents heal,” shared Cindy.
“We provide counseling and ministry services for free as part of our Christian ministry,” added Drew.
To help support the Metcalfs’ work at The Haft, a 100-mile bicycle ride around Lancaster County is being planned for Saturday, Aug. 16, beginning at Petra Church, 565 Airport Road, New Holland. Slower riders may choose to start at 6 a.m., and faster riders may start at 7 a.m. A family and friends ride to Weaverland Anabaptist Faith Community in East Earl and back to Petra will begin at 1 p.m. A color ride for children will
BY JEFF FALK
Knowing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is kind of like having insurance. You hope you never have to use it, but there’s a peace of mind associated with knowing it’s there if you ever do.
The act of CPR is also one of the highest forms of respect and empathy that one human being can display for another.
“Because the investment of time and energy that it takes
Waltman family members (from left) Matthew, Joanna, and Nicole will benefit from an adoption fundraiser to help add to their family.
Samuel Metcalf is looking forward to the
to learn it is very small, everyone should know it,” said Ken Brennan, an emergency medical technician (EMT), a CPR and first aid instructor and the owner of Lancaster CPR.
“Everyone knows someone who’s going to need CPR. I think a lot of people feel if they need 911, they’re going to get help in seconds. But that’s not true. If a patient doesn’t survive
long enough, emergency medical services can’t do their job.”
Located at 1248 W. Main St., Suite L-1, Ephrata, Lancaster CPR offers instruction in the life-changing and life-altering practices of advanced cardiac support, pediatric advanced life support, first aid and CPR. In association with the American Heart Association, Lancaster CPR primarily trains health care professionals, but it also offers instruction to groups, churches, businesses, organizations and individuals.
training for corporations or nonprofits.
Typically, Lancaster CPR’s class sizes range from six to 30 individuals.
“We predominantly provide the training that health care workers need to do their jobs,” said Ken. “They need to be recertified every two years. Obviously, if you work in health care, the odds are much higher that you’re going to use it. Depending on what you do, you’ll probably use it twice in your life. For the general public, I’d say the odds are one in 100 that you’re going to use it. But when you’re dealing with a large group of people, heart attacks are going to be more common.”
Lancaster CPR offers first aid training at its full classroom facility three days a week. The organization also offers on-site
“Let’s say you find someone on the ground,” said Ken. “The first thing you have to do is make sure it’s safe for you. Then you tap the person on the shoulder, and if they don’t respond, you call for help, get someone to call 911 and try to get an AED (automated external defibrillator). You might check their breathing, and you might check their pulse. If you have to, start doing compressions on their chest, and decide if you want to give breaths.”
“It’s easy to learn,” continued Ken. “What it comes down to is doing compressions on the chest. If you’re doing something that resembles compressions, the person’s chances are better than zero. If you’re learning the basics of CPR, it only takes a half hour. But not everyone wants to learn to do this.”
One of the keys to successfully administering CPR is immediacy and a sense of urgency.
“There’s a very short window of opportunity, usually two to three minutes when someone goes
into cardiac arrest,” said Ken. “The more people who know CPR, the more likely we’re going to be able to save lives. It should take less than 20 seconds to determine if CPR is necessary.”
“Among the general public, about one in 500 people have taken a course,” added Ken. “But if someone has been trained in CPR in high school, they don’t really know anything now. That’s why it’s important to update it.”
Ken originally started teaching CPR at Lancaster General Hospital. After he left the hospital, he began offering CPR instruction on his own, before he and his wife, Ashley Brennan, founded Lancaster CPR in 2015.
“There was a lot of demand not being met, and that’s sort of how we got started,” said Ken. “I started doing it myself on the side. The classes were relatively successful, and we just went from there. The business success hasn’t changed because we were in the right place, at the right time, at the right location, under the right circumstances.”
For additional information, go to www.lancaster cpr.com.
“Anastasia: The Musical”
Performances Set
Popovsky Performing Arts Studio (PPAS) and The Protagonist Project will present “Anastasia: The Musical” on Friday to Sunday, Aug. 1 to 3, at the Gardner Theatre at Lancaster Country Day School, 725 Hamilton Road, Lancaster.
The show will transport audiences from the twilight of the Russian Empire to Paris in the 1920s, following a young woman who sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a con man and an ex-aristocrat. They embark on an adventure to help her
find home, love, and family. The musical is directed by Jonathan Walker-VanKuren, an instructor of voice and music theater at Lebanon Valley College, as well as a private voice instructor at Popovsky Performing Arts.
A sensory-friendly performance will be held on Saturday, Aug. 2, at 2 p.m. Modifications during this performance will include lowered sound levels, reduced lighting effects, and the freedom to take breaks as needed. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.ticketleap .events/tickets/ppas-7/ anastasia-the-musical#.
Central Pennsylvania Bicycling Trifecta Set
The Central Pennsylvania Bicycling Trifecta will combine three events in central Pennsylvania to offer cyclists a riding challenge close to home.
Tiffany’s Pink Pedal Ride will be held on Saturday, Aug. 9, beginning at the Penn State Health Breast Center in Hershey. The route distance options are 15, 32, or 62 miles. The event was started in 2024 and raises funds to support metastatic breast cancer research. Participants are encouraged to wear pink. For more information, visit https://pinkpedal .org/about/.
The Covered Bridge Classic will take place on Sunday, Aug. 17. The
event will offer routes of 25, 50, 65, or 100 miles that will go through several historic covered bridges in Lancaster County. The ride draws more than 1,000 participants each year, and proceeds will benefit the Lancaster Bicycle Club grant program, which funds covered bridge restoration and bike-related initiatives. More than $590,000 has been raised since 1999. For more information, visit https://coveredbridge classic.com/.
The Harrisburg Bicycle Club’s Three Creek Century will take place on Sunday, Sept. 21. The ride will offer low-traffic
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Lancaster’s Forgotten Major League Legacy
BY CAT SHANNON
In the heart of Lancaster city, land at the junction of Juliette and Frances avenues hides a secret, and it’s one that local resident Jeremy Raff is determined to bring back into the light. Nearly a century ago, the site housed Rossmere Base Ball Park, where some of baseball’s greatest talents played, but their stories have long gone untold.
In the 1920s, Rossmere hosted the Harrisburg Giants, an Eastern Colored
League team led by center fielder and player-manager Oscar Charleston, whom historians rank among the greatest baseball players of all time.
Alongside him were teammates like Rap Dixon, a talented outfielder and all-around powerhouse, and Clarence “Fats” Jenkins, a dynamic leadoff hitter who later starred in basketball and earned a spot in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
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Carla Kinard (left), granddaughter of a Harrisburg Giants player, and Jeremy Raff at the marker.
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be held on the Petra campus at 2 p.m. There is a cost to take part in the ride. Riders who intend to do the 100-mile route and register by Friday, Aug. 1, will receive a free T-shirts. T-shirts will be available for purchase on the day of the ride. A discount will be offered to riders signing up in groups of five or more. To register for the ride, readers may visit www .bike4charity.com.
According to Drew and Cindy, this new fundraiser is loosely based on a ride that was once held from Lancaster to The Haft.
“That was over 100 miles,” noted Cindy.
“It was out of reach for most people,” stated Drew. “There were mountains.”
To make the fundraiser accessible to more people, the ride was moved to the greater New Holland area.
“We want it to be for all Lancaster County to want to ride the loop around Lancaster,” stated Drew, who added that the variety of rides being offered is
meant to open the event to more people. Organizers hope to have all the riders back at Petra for the color ride. “So everyone can ride through the color stations,” explained Drew. Those taking part in the color ride are encouraged to wear white T-shirts to the event.
“It’s like a color (5K), but for bikers,” said Drew.
According to Drew, The Haft is busy. “It’s full,” he stated. “We have individuals and families coming, and people come for rest, retreat, and restoration.” In addition to counseling, The Haft offers an opportunity to take part in equine therapy, as well as spending time with a number of other therapy animals, including goats, chickens, and guinea hens. The grounds feature a 10-acre pond for kayaks, canoes, and fishing, as well as trails for hiking.
“We have a prayer trail,” said Cindy, who noted that Daniel Kolb, a member of the wood shop at Garden Spot Village, has created signs with Bible verses on
MCCL Plans Auditions
The Mennonite Children’s Choir of Lancaster (MCCL) invites children and youths entering second through 12th grades to join its choral community.
MCCL provides choral education for students in kindergarten through 12th grade, with both auditioned and non-auditioned options.
Auditions for the 202526 choir year will take place on Thursday, Aug. 7, and interested families can learn more and sign up at www.mennonitechildrens choir.org/join/register/.
MCCL’s performing choirs include Carol Choir for grades two to five,
Concert Choir for grades six to eight, and Chamber Choir for grades nine to 12. These choirs rehearse Tuesday evenings from late August through early May and present concerts in December and in the spring. The middle and high school choirs also travel each June on a choral tour. The choirs are directed by Rosemary Blessing and Sarah Wingard.
In addition to the auditioned choirs, MCCL offers two non-auditioned programs that foster foundational vocal skills. Prelude Music is for children in kindergarten through first
them to station along the trail.
Over the years, Cindy has been known for her music ministry, and she said that music is still part of many evenings at The Haft. “Our son Isaiah has gotten into that, and now I join in with him,” she said. Cindy shared that Isaiah was about 3 years old when the family headed to Guatemala. “I used to do the leading (in the music ministry), but now he is leading,” said Cindy. “We love to worship and play guitars around the fire.”
A new addition this year are two cabins on the lake for rent, which will offer a new income source to help support the work of The Haft. “We are hoping to have people come and stay,” said Cindy, who added that the spot by the lake is great for getting away.
“There isn’t even much cell service here, so put your cellphone away and focus on whatever God is bringing up inside you,” pointed out Drew.
The mission of The Haft is close to both Drew and Cindy’s hearts. “We want to help the whole family be stable and able to raise kids in an environment where they can really flourish,” said Cindy. “So many are in traumatic situations so if we can help the whole family to heal from their own traumas and be a strong family together that is the support system that God designed,” she stated.
Drew noted that those who take part in the fundraiser are helping to make that mission a reality. “We are incredibly thankful for everyone who can come out that day and bring their friends and family,” he said.
To learn more about the Metcalfs’ ministry at The Haft, readers may visit www.family-refresh.com or call 570-363-2189.
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grade, and Choristers is open to grades two through eight. These classes meet Tuesday evenings for eight weeks in the fall and spring.
MCCL serves more than 160 children and youths representing over 55 schools, 45 congregations, and 15 denominations. Rooted in the mission of “training children and youth to glorify Jesus Christ through excellent choral singing,” MCCL is a program of Lancaster Mennonite School and welcomes all children and youths in the community.
To learn more, visit www.mennonitechildrens choir.org.
Ware Center Plans First Friday Events
Millersville University will present a free performance by LUNA Dance Company on We the People First Friday on Aug. 1 at the Ware Center, 42 N. Prince St., Lancaster. The performance will take place at 6:30 p.m. in Steinman Hall. LUNA Dance is a contemporary dance studio with choreography
designed to push boundaries and dancers who radiate both technical brilliance and expressive power. An exhibit in the Regitz Gallery will also be featured from 5 to 8 p.m. A reception will celebrate the opening of “Gateway to the Unknown II” by artist Ron Ettelman. Ettelman’s
art takes found objects and liberates them from their traditional functions, reconfiguring them in a combination of whimsy, concept, and symbol. The exhibit will be on display until Friday, Aug. 29. The events are free and open to the public. No tickets are required.
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cousins. Ryan and Alyssa Mayersky will play country music at the event. “(Alyssa is) my sister, and my brotherin-law (is Ryan),” said Nicole. “He is an up-and-coming country musician.” Members of the third band are related to Matthew. “30 East is Matthew’s cousin’s band,” explained Nicole. “They all do gigs on the side.”
Food at the event will be offered for purchase by Nano Burger, The Eggroll Lady, and Joe on the Go Coffee Co. For dessert, Penny’s Ice Cream will be onsite. “Penny’s is a favorite at The Homestead,” shared Nicole.
The silent auction will feature a variety of donated items. “We will have a large
gift basket from the Speckled Hen,” shared Matthew. Other items that will be up for bids will include artwork, pottery, and a professional photography session. Nicole shared that a spa package from Darla’s Hair Care and Spa and a consult and adjustment by a local chiropractor will be auctioned off, as will a massage.
More information about the event may be found at https://tinyurl .com/bp64cv3w. Organizers request that those planning to attend register ahead.
The Waltmans hope to raise $10,000 from the event. They noted that The Homestead is a family-owned business and that family members will be playing the music and family and friends will donate items for the auction. “It’s family, and it’s personal,” explained Nicole. “But I want the community to come out and support us and enjoy an evening of music and for it to be an enjoyable time for everybody.”
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Harrisburg Giants
Though Jackie Robinson broke Major League Baseball’s color barrier in 1947, Lancaster had hosted major league-level Black baseball decades earlier - a fact often forgotten until Major League Baseball officially recognized Negro League statistics as major league records in 2020.
Also largely forgotten was the role Lancaster city played in promoting Negro League games. From 192527, the Giants played 20 exhibitions at Rossmere and several league games with thousands of fans in attendance. The players thrilled crowds with feats like their triple steal in the eighth inning of their first league game at Rossmere on April 26, 1925 - a play involving Jenkins, Dixon and Charleston - but the field was lost when the baseball park was demolished to make way for Lancaster Catholic High School.
That history might have remained buried if not for Raff, a Lancaster native who discovered Charleston’s connection to the city while reading Jeremy Beer’s biography of the Hall of Famer in 2021.
“I grew up in Lancaster, and I’ve played baseball my whole life, and I did not know this connection,” Raff said. “If this had been the Phillies playing here, we’d never stop talking about it.”
What started as a curiosity became a mission. Raff spent two years researching the Harrisburg Giants’ time in Lancaster, partnering with Negro League historian and Lancaster
Catholic graduate Ted Knorr to gather details and raise awareness.
His work culminated in the dedication of a historic marker outside Lancaster Catholic High School in June, celebrating Rossmere’s place in baseball history and marking the 100th anniversary of the first Negro League game.
Descendants of Giants players attended the unveiling, a powerful moment that connected Lancaster’s present with its overlooked past.
“I had a desire to elevate this story,” Raff said. “The more people I talked to about the Negro League players who played here, the more they said, ‘Really? I didn’t know.’ We had major league games here, and that adds a sense of pride. It’s a feather in our cap and another way we are a great, welcoming community. This is something we should celebrate.”
Raff noted that while the field was demolished in 1929, its site is now also commemorated with a plaque on the ground inside Lancaster Catholic High School marking the approximate spot of home plate. The outside plaque is located on Frances Avenue where the firstbase grandstands would have stood.
Raff’s project has also included community partnerships to spread the word creatively.
Spring House Brewing Co. launched “Fence Bustin’,” a commemorative pilsner honoring the Giants, with proceeds benefiting Com -
munity Action Partnership (CAP) of Lancaster County’s Crispus Attucks Community Center, which celebrates African American history. The Lancaster Stormers hosted a Negro Leagues Night in June, donning Giants replica jerseys later auctioned to support CAP.
Meanwhile, LancasterHistory unveiled “Open The Door: Baseball’s Color Line in Central Pennsylvania,” an exhibit curated by Raff highlighting not only the Giants but also stories like that of Keith Kelley, who pitched a no-hitter for the Lancaster Red Roses in his debut in 1951, only to face racist hostility from fans. The exhibit will run through Saturday, Aug. 30, at 230 N. President Ave., Lancaster.
For Raff, who works as the director of data analytics and strategy for the School District of Lancaster, the project has had a ripple effect, sparking conversations about local Black history and inspiring pride in Lancaster’s place in baseball’s story.
“Being able to highlight these stories has given me so much joy,” Raff said, noting that while he plans to take a break before diving into his next passion project, he’s not done yet. “I continue to be fascinated by the history of baseball in Lancaster, and at some point, I’d like to do even more on the subject.”
For more information on the exhibit, visit www.lancaster history.org/exhibitions/ special-exhibitions.
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road route options of 21, 30, 50, 62, 75, and 100 miles, or riders can opt to ride 18 miles on the nearby Cumberland Valley Rail Trail. All routes except the rail trail will circle back to the starting point at the Penn Township Volunteer Fire Company near Newville, offering flexibility on route distances for riders. Proceeds will benefit the Harrisburg Bicycle Club and its grant program, which supports bike-related organizations and projects. For more information, visit www .threecreekcentury.com.
Everyone who registers will receive a discounted registration to all three events plus a commemorative pint glass. Registration for the trifecta will close on Thursday, July 31. Registration for all three events can be made at the same time at https://tinyurl .com/trifectaregistration.
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Senior Expo Planned
Sen. Scott Martin has organized a Senior Expo to be held on Thursday, Aug. 14, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster. More than 50 exhibitors will be available to offer information on programs and services for older community residents.
State, county, and local agencies will be on hand to provide information on a wide variety of benefits for older Pennsylvanians, including health and wellness, assistive technologies, consumer protection, income tax assistance, veteran benefits,
traffic safety, and utility assistance. Free health screenings, door prizes, and light refreshments will be available for visitors. The American Red Cross will also host a blood drive at the event from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. by appointment. Donors can schedule an appointment by calling Martin’s office at 717397-1309 or visiting https://tinyurl.com/ martinblooddrive.
As a new feature at this year’s expo, a special Hall of Heroes exhibit will be on display to highlight the service of the region’s hometown
military veterans and active-duty military personnel. Family and friends of local veterans and military personnel can submit their loved one’s name, photo, years of service, and branch of service to be included in the exhibit at https:// senatorscottmartinpa .com/hall-of-heroes/. The deadline for nominations is Thursday, Aug. 7. Community residents can register to attend the free expo at https:// senatorscottmartin pa.com/senior-expo -constituent-reg/. Registration is encouraged but not required.
Smith Appointed as YMCA President and CEO
The YMCA of the Roses has announced the appointment of Michael A. Smith as its new president and CEO, effective Friday, Aug. 1. Smith will succeed Larry Richardson, who is retiring after 31 years of leadership.
Smith has served the YMCA of the Roses in a variety of leadership roles over the past eight years, most recently as vice president of administration, where he oversaw fundraising, human resources, marketing, and IT. Prior to this role, Smith served as director of operations in Lancaster and as branch executive director in Shrewsbury. Smith previously worked as executive
director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of York & Adams Counties and held fundraising positions within the United Way system.
Born and raised in York, Smith earned both his bachelor’s degree and MBA from York College of Pennsylvania. He is married to his wife, Alesha, and together they are raising three children. He is an active community volunteer and youth sports coach, and he has served on several local nonprofit boards. Grounded in his Christian faith, Smith views his work with the YMCA as a calling to serve others and strengthen the community.
Smith brings a steady,
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mission-focused leadership style, with a strong emphasis on team-building, operational effectiveness, and long-term sustainability.
PA CareerLink Sets Education Hiring Event
PA CareerLink Lancaster County will present a twoday Back2School Education Hiring Event on Thursday, Aug. 7, and Friday, Aug. 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at
CareerLink Lancaster, 1046 Manheim Pike, Lancaster, in the upstairs Workforce Development Board Room. This event will offer a chance to connect face to
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face with recruiters from local education employers who are actively hiring for the 2025-26 school year. Job seekers will have the opportunity to speak directly with recruiters, ask questions about open roles, and participate in informal conversations or brief pre-interviews. Participating employers will include School District of Lancaster, ESS, Student Transportation of America, and several other education-focused organizations. Attendees will be able to apply for a
Music For Everyone Awards Grants
Music For Everyone (MFE) has announced that $153,003 in grants has been awarded to more than 50 schools and community organizations. Through its annual Instrument Grant Program and Well-Being Grants, MFE has provided direct financial support and will distribute over 1,000 instruments to enrich music education across Lancaster County at an event at Benchmark Construction on Thursday, July 31. The 2025 Instrument Grant recipients are Abraham Lincoln Middle School, Bear Creek School, Brecknock Elementary School, Brownstown Elementary School, Burrowes Elementary School, Carter and MacRae Elementary School, Centerville Middle School, Central Manor Elementary School, Donegal
Primary School, E.R. Martin Middle School, East Petersburg Elementary School, Elizabethtown Area High School, Elizabethtown Area Middle School, Farmdale Elementary School, Fritz Elementary School, Garden Spot High School, George Washington Elementary School, Gerald G. Huesken Middle School, Hans Herr Elementary School, Hazel I. Jackson Middle School, Hempfield High School, Highland Elementary School, John Beck Elementary School, John Bonfield Elementary School, J.P. McCaskey High School, Kissel Hill Elementary School, Lafayette Elementary School, Lampeter Elementary School, Lampeter-Strasburg High School, Landisville Intermediate School, Landisville Middle School, Lititz Elementary
School, M.L.K. Elementary School, Paradise Elementary School, Price Elementary School, Reynolds Middle School, Salisbury Elementary School, Smith Middle School, Smith-Wade-El Elementary School, Smoketown Elementary School, Taylor Middle School, Warwick High School, Warwick Middle School, Wharton Elementary School, Wheatland Middle School, and Wickersham Elementary School.
The Well-Being Grant recipients are Aaron’s Acres; African Young Men’s Program; Boys & Girls Club of Lancaster; United Disabilities Services Foundation; SWAN - Scaling Walls, A Note at a Time; Lancaster Recreation Commission; Lancaster-Lebanon IU13; and Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development. 2025 marks the 19th consecutive year that MFE
open DR; master BR & BA, lg living/family rm w/ FP, office/den, mudrm, laundry w/pantry storage. 2nd Floor: 2 BR both w/ lots of side storage. Full unfinished bsmnt; Outbuildings: 2 sty barn w/1 car garage, workshop & plenty of 2nd floor storage; Utilities: On site water & sewer, oil furnace, hot water baseboard/radiator heat, 200 amp elec service. Taxes: Approx $5,168 annual. Property features: Spacious brick patio. Paved driveway. Mature flower beds & trees. Beautiful views of valley. HH GOODS/DISHES: Lots of dishes including depression, blue and carnival glass; china sets; lots of canning jars; cookware; kitchen ut.; COLLECTABLES: 2 - Mary Bawell painted milk cans; extensive post card collection with lots of Lanc. Co cards; glass milk bottle collection - some local; stamp collection and newspaper clipping collections of Jackie Onassis, Diana and JFK; extensive Christmas collection; Gospel records collection; teacup collection; tin toys; vintage high chair: Winross trucks - some in original boxes; cookware; linens. Lots of books; toys; W.L Zimmerman plates; Family Bible; 3 paintings by Elsie Beiler; FURNITURE: Unique wagon wheel glass table; dining room table w/4 ext boards and 6 chairs; 2 China closets; Katie Lapp’s antique express wagon; settee bench; white sleigh bed frame; dry sink; crocks; 4 Ebersole chairs; 2 Mary Lapp painted chairs; wicker rocker; 4 drawer dresser w/mirror; bookcase; bedroom set w/8 & 6 drawer dressers, nightstand; baskets; cedar chest; 2 - Sue Beiler rugs; hook rugs; quilts; blankets; 2 bar stools; 2 cane chairs and 2 metal beds; wooden school desk; baskets; TOOLS/EQUIP: Honda 5000 generator; Husq. Riding mower TS 354 XD; pressure washer; air comp; routers; misc tools in boxes; Toro push mower; spreaders; Stihl blower and weedeater; wheel barrow; hand/garden tools; hedge trimmer; elec chain saw; Skil band saw; small band saw; drill press; table and rotary saw; welder; mig welder; sharpener; rad. arm saw; ext ladder, step ladders; MISC: Traeger Smoker/grill; gas cooker; turkey fryer; iron patio set; croquet set; buggy seat; cook kettle; milk can cooler; corn sheller; 2 wheel trailer w ball hitch; hay cradle; VEHICLE: 1997 Mercury Mountaineer 4 dr SUV w/V8 and approx 143K mi. - good condition - inspected.
Auctioneers Note: Well built and cared for home featuring beautiful views. Real Estate to be sold @ Noon. Good food available for lunch. Parking available next door at Ridgeview Mennonite Church.
Terms: Property sold As-Is. 10% deposit day of sale. Buyer pays 2% State Transfer Tax. Settlement within 30 days of auction.
Open House Date: Wed., July 30 4-6 PM. Property also shown by appointment. Please call auctioneer at (717) 575-4263 to schedule private showing.
has awarded grants. Since its inception in 2006, the organization has invested more than $1.57 million in local music initiatives through grant awards. Grants are awarded to support programs that increase access to music, typically for underserved populations in Lancaster County as well as programs that introduce children and youths to music. Since 2006, all of Lancaster’s 16 school districts have received a portion of the grants that MFE has awarded.
Music For Everyone is a Lancaster-based charitable benefit organization that exists to cultivate the power of music as an educational and community well-being tool to transform lives, schools, and communities in Lancaster County.
For more information, visit www.musicfor everyone.org.
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wide range of school-based and support roles, such as paraprofessionals, teacher’s assistants, instructional assistants, special education aides, ESL and IEP aides, lunch and recess aides, one-to-one support staff, bus drivers, transportation aides, clerical and secretarial staff, food service workers, and
substitute and permanent support staff.
Job seekers are encouraged to bring printed résumés and references and be prepared to speak directly with recruiters. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Christine Roggenbaum at Croggenbaum@jobs4 lancaster.com.
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Property sold As-Is. 10% deposit day of sale. Buyer pays 2% State Transfer Tax. Settlement on or before 45 days. Open House Dates: Wed., August 13, 4-6 PM; Sat., September 13, 1-3 PM. Property also shown by appointment. Please call auctioneer at (717) 575-4263 for private showing.
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Collectibles
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Lawn & Garden
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Pets
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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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AFFORDABLE CONCRETE New • Repairs • Replacement 30+ yrs. exp. Call: 717-224-8603
AFFORDABLE LANDSCAPING SPRING CLEANUP MULCHING Trimming/Planting Small Tree and Shrub Removal Neglected Overgrowth Cleanup Fast, reliable service. Lic/Insd. Sr. Disc.! Free Estimates! 717-208-2265
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GUTTERS, GUTTERS
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
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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. (Offer ends 9/30/25) Call 1-844-826-2535
JUNK REMOVAL
Basements, garages, attics, appliances. Five Star Property Service, 717-278-1030
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Call Solanco Spouting & Exteriors Lic. & Insd. 717-824-2765
DONATE YOUR CAR, truck, boat, RV and more to support our veterans! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-327-0686 today!
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WANTED! MOTORCYCLES & MINI BIKES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com
REAL ESTATE
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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
BOOT ROAD TREE SERVICE
Expert tree removal, stump grinding & Trimming. Fully Insured 610-656-5880
CLOCK REPAIR - TRAGER 717-786-7053
DL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Deck/shed repairs • Landscaping • Mowing Patios • Powerwashing. 717-715-5230
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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
Tree Trimming & Removal Land/Brush Clearing • Stump Grinding Since 1996 • 717-768-0114 SUNNYSLOPETREESERVICE.COM
TRIPLE P PAINTING Int/Ext. Res/Com, 35 yrs. exp. FREE ESTIMATES, Fully insured Eric, 717-615-6442 PA116089
WE 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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BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-5778206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com
BUYING GOLD COINS, Rare Coins, Gold Bars/Ingots *American and Foreign*, Highest Prices Paid, $$PAYING CASH$$. Please call Tony 717-723-9505 or info@cabbage-coins.com
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.
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CLEAN 2BR HOMES Also 1BR 2nd flr. APT. Strasburg/Paradise/ Rothsville. Call for details: 717-768-8427
