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There are competitive sports, participatory sports and spectator sports. For the most part, polo is a spectator sport. Nowhere do they view polo like they do in Lititz. “You’re disconnected from technology,” said Elizabeth Beck, the president of the Lancaster Polo Club’s six-member board of directors. “You can really unplug and reset. It’s very much a respite, but there’s also some excitement. It’s

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olan Rucci is a very goaloriented young man. He sets goals, plans, executes and follows through on the process before he achieves them. Right now, Rucci is focused on one very difficult but attainable goal - becoming a professional football player. “Focusing on that one thing is important,” said Rucci. “Getting better at football is another goal. As a rookie, it’s almost like being a freshman in college; you’re the low man on the totem pole. I’ve been enjoying the process of getting better. Eventually, that leads to success on the field and ultimately making the team. “You might show up one day and After a successful college career at Penn State, Warwick product Nolan

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At Stevens & Smith Center, History Teaches Important Lessons In the area of equal rights, our country has made great strides. But the process continues; there is still much work to be done. The brand-new Stevens & Smith Center sheds a wider, more colorful light on the issues of equality. “ T he center explores the ongoing struggle to expand freedom, equality and democracy in America,” said Jason Traverse, the director of marketing and communications for the Stevens & Smith Center. “Through the stories of Stevens, Smith and countless others, visitors are invited to consider how ordinary and extraordinary people alike have worked to advance these ideals, and how that work continues in America today. “ W h at m a kes the center special is that it doesn’t simply present history as something that happened long ago,” continued Traverse. “It asks visitors to consider how the questions t h at de f i ne d S te ve n s ’ a nd Smith’s lives - questions about citizenship, equality, justice and democracy - continue to shape our lives today.” Recently, the Thaddeus Stevens & Lydia Hamilton Smith Center for Histor y and Democracy opened its doors at 13-15 E. Vine St., Lancaster, to visitors. The new museum, which is located on the site of Stevens’ home and law offices, is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Stevens & Smith Center is associated with and a part of LancasterHistory.

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16- to 18-match season began on June 14 and will run through the end of September. The matches, which are made up of four or six 7.5-minute periods or ‘chuckers,’ feature competitors in male, female, children, beginner and advanced categories, as well as some combination of all of those. The matches, some of which are sponsored by local businesses and community members, are open to the public, and there are fees associated with admission. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. “I want to convey a sense of openness to that curiosity,” said Beck. “I want people to come and experience it. It’s very welcoming. W hen s ome one ’s ne w, that’s where the friendship starts. It starts with coming to your first match. It really is a wonderful sport, a wonderful community. You really can only experience it by being there.” Once known as “ the Sport of Kings,” polo is played by two teams of four players, each on horseback.

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Each side uses teamwork, strategy, riding skills and a long mallet to advance the ball down the field and ultimately through the other team’s goal posts. “You kind of don’t know until you do know,” said Beck, who was introduced to polo by her parents more than 30 years ago. “It’s kind of one of Lancaster County’s best-kept secrets. It’s the oldest team sport in the world. It’s a fascinating sport. It’s an intense sport. It’s a Sunday afternoon tradition. It’s really the embodiment of community.” T his year marks the Lancaster Polo Club’s 86th season. Currently, the club boasts more than 80 members, only six of whom are players. “We get people traveling in,” said Beck. “There are no set (player) rosters. Sometimes players will go to other clubs and play. It’s kind of like, ‘Who’s available?’ Each player is assigned a handicap, and teams are structured by those handicaps. Polo is a migrator y spor t. It’s played in the winter down south. About this time in the south, it’s getting too hot for the horses and the players. “Over the last three years, we’ve made a concerted effort to spread the word,” concluded Beck. “ We’ve b een more thou g htful about the types of events we’re pushing out.” For additional information, go to https://lancaster poloclub.com.

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When it comes to the agenda for the community picnic hosted by Ruhl’s Church, one word sums it up. “Simply put, we hold this yearly event because it is fun. It is fun for those who attend and fun for those who help make it such a success year after year,” said Gail Ruhl, community picnic committee member. “Many people who help and attend c a n re m e m b e r w h e n they were ver y young and came to the annual picnic with their families. It was, and is, an event that is looked forward to. Without the annual community picnic, something would be missing from our usual summer schedule of events.” T he R u h l ’s C h u rch annual Community Picnic at the Grove will be held on Saturday, July 18. It will start at 9 a.m. with takeout chicken corn soup, pies, cake and other homemade desserts available for purchase, and it will conclude at 2 p.m. or when all food items are sold out. The picnic will be held at the church’s grove, 2766 Newpor t Road, Manheim. “Not only will there be an opportunity to take home some of our famous chicken corn soup - bring your own containers or

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summer with the Lancaster Polo Club is more of an outing or social gathering than it is a sporting event. Sure, the players, the equines, the sportsmanship, the horsemanship and the action are the main focus of attention. But there’s just as much going on off the massive grassy playing field as there is on it. “ The vast majority of the members of our club are spectators,” said Beck. “ We have made a more concerted effort to tr y to bring people into the sport. Sometimes it can feel unattainable because it’s so niche. There’s a lot of education. It’s a complicated sport. We’re trying to bridge that gap.” The Lancaster Polo Club hosts home matches on every summer Sunday in Rothsville, at the tree-lined Forney Field, 70 Church St., Lititz. The two-hour matches begin at 2:30 p.m., but gates open at 1 p.m., allowing plenty of time for pregame festivities like tailgating, socializing and food trucks. The Lancaster Polo Club’s

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buy it by the quart - but you can stay awhile and taste some of the other lunch items from our menu,” Ruhl said. “We will be serving soup, hot dogs, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hot sausage sandwiches, homemade desserts, hand-dipped ice cream and assorted beverages.” Although the star of the show is the food, that’s not the only reason to attend the old-fashioned picnic, she noted. “Our church picnic grove has a wonderful play area for children to enjoy and is equipped with swings, slides and lots of space to run,” Ruhl shared, noting that the event is very family friendly. “Beautiful shade trees to sit and relax under, plenty of picnic tables outside and tables inside the building as well provide a great place to sit and talk with old friends and make some new friends too.” The picnic is a low-key opportunity for fun and friendship, Ruhl said. “Our hope is that attendees would feel welcomed and at home when they come to the picnic,” she added. “We try hard to create a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere for folks to gather and fellowship together. This informal gathering is also another way for attendees to get to know us better and to see what our church is all about.” While the picnic is just one day, it takes a lot of advance preparation to pull

off a successful event, Ruhl said. “I often think of the classic proverb ‘many hands make light work’ when talking about our church’s community picnic,” she explained. “It takes lots of effort, a willing group of people and teamwork.” A cleanup crew begins preparing the site for cooking and for the event during the week leading up to the picnic. Deliveries are made to the grove throughout the week, and as the picnic date approaches, the men of the church come out early to cook the chicken that will later be deboned by a group of volunteers. “ This year we will be cook ing and deboning ne arl y 6 0 0 p o u nd s o f chicken to make 13 large kettles of chicken corn soup following our church’s unique recipe that has been perfected over many years,” Ruhl said. “We are actually making an extra kettle of soup this year, because we sold out early last year and don’t want to run out again.” On the day of the picnic, volunteers begin very early in the morning to get ready for the day and wait for the crowd to arrive. “People come early with their own containers to take home the soup we have prepared,” Ruhl said. “It is satisfying to see so many happy and familiar faces year after year. All the planning and See Picnic pg 3

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Etiquette is associated with manners. Etiquette is related to words and actions and behavior. Etiquette is connected to decorum, tradition and social standards. But etiquette is also about respect for others and respect for oneself. Annie Ahm Hartley is a cer tified etiquette consultant. “It really is all about respect; respecting people’s space, experiences, opinions and comfort levels, even respecting the effort someone put into creating an experience,” said Hartley. “Something as simple as dressing appropriately for an event can be a form of respect. “Respect for ourselves m a t te r s to o ,” Ha r t l e y continued. “The way we pres ent , communicate and carry ourselves sends a message before we ever speak. I think a lot of people assume etiquette is about impressing others, but I think it’s more about knowing what to do so you can relax and be yourself.” Not only is etiquette a passion and way of life for Hartley, it’s also her business. As a certified etiquette consultant, she provides private lessons and conducts student programs and corporate trainings. As part of her instruction, Hartley teaches social confidence, listening skills, commun ic at ion sk il l s , kindness, executive presence, professional dining and international protocol. “People are usually surprised by how much of etiquette is really communication and confidence,” said Hartley, a resident of Manheim Township. “Most

people are not coming because they desperately want to master which fork to use. They want to feel comfortable in real-life situations. You can be incredibly smart and talented, but if you struggle to connect with people or communicate well, it becomes a lot harder to build relationships and opportunities.” Although it has evolved over time, etiquette is as old and traditional as human interaction. Each culture defines etiquette in its own distinctive way, but the world can never have too much of it. “Etiquette has never r e a l l y c h a n g e d ,” s a i d H a r t l e y. “ K i n d n e s s , respect, consideration, those things are timeless. W hat ’s changed is the world around us. We now have texting, social media, Zoom meetings, workplace culture - all these things previous generations never had to think about. I think modern etiquette is much less about memorizing rules and much more about understanding people and making them feel comfortable. But etiquette evolves as society evolves.” About seven years ago, Hartley became certified to teach etiquette through for mal training at the Etiquette Institute in St. L o u i s , t h e C h a r l e s to n School of Protocol and Etiquette and the International Association of Professional E tiquette Consultants. Her education has been enhanced by book s and real-life experiences. “I first learned at home,” said Hartley. “My mother was the epitome of hospitality and hosting. When I first started, I was

Picnic from pg 2 hard work that goes into this event is certainly worth it. We are glad to serve the community in this way.” Ruhl’s Church will host grove services on Sundays at 7 p.m. from July 12 through Aug. 16. Each service will be followed by an ice cream social. Speakers for the services will be the Timlin family, Rev. Brian Albert, Rev. Alan Smith, Rev. John Longmire, Rev. R ick R imer t and S e th Achey.

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HOSANNA! A FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIANS 29 Green Acre Rd., Lititz (717) 626-2560 Worship with us in person @ 9:30am, online or livestream @ www.hosannalititz.org Children & Youth Ministries NEWPORT CHURCH: 656 W. Newport Road, Elm, www.newportchurch.net We are a vibrant family- oriented contemporary church that meets for Sunday “celebration” service at 9:30 a.m. and throughout the week in home groups, including junior-high and senior-high groups. Children love our Kids Town ministry every Sunday morning! Our mission is to share God’s Love generously and lead people to new life in Jesus. For info. or directions, see our Website or call 717-664-2635. Lead Pastor: Merle Shenk. RUHL’S CHURCH: A growing church committed to Christ. Worship on Sunday morning at 8 am for a traditional feel. Sunday School for all ages at 9:15 am., 10:30 am. Worship led by praise band. (Nursery available. Handicap accessible.) For more information, please call 717-665-3400 or visit www.ruhlschurch.org Located at 4810 Elizabethtown Rd, Manheim.

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH: 596 West Newport Rd., Lititz. Are you looking for a Church that preaches from the King James Bible? Helps your family grow spiritually? Enjoys the old-time hymns? Look no further! Sunday School 10am, Sunday Morning Worship 11am, and Sunday Evening Worship 6pm. Wednesday Evening Prayer & Bible Study 6:30 pm. Pastor Joshua Freeland (717) 575-0292.

TTRINITY UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: 2340 State St., East Petersburg. Rev. Dr. Christopher Rankin, Pastor. Phone: (717) 569-1632. Summer Sunday Schedule:7:45 am Holy Communion; 9:30 am Worship with Holy Communion twice a month. Online service is available by visiting www.trinityeastpete.org “Catch the Vision, Share the Joy!”

WHITE OAK CHURCH : 1211 N. Penryn Rd, Manheim, PA. You are invited to our Sunday services: Sunday School for all ages at 8:45am; Worship at 9:45am; scheduled evening services at 7:15pm and Wednesday evening Bible Study at 7:15pm. (1st Wednesday of month).

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Grants Awarded for Native Plantings The Giant Company, known locally as Giant and Martin’s, in partnership with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful, has announced the 21 recipients of its 2026 Healing the Planet grants. A total of $100,000 was g iven to suppor t projects across the company’s operating areas in Pennsylvania. Among the grant recipients were the 18th Wonder Improvement Association in Reading , the Lititz Public Library, and the York County Industrial Development Authority. Since 2021, Giant has p a r t n e re d w i t h K e e p Pennsylvania Beautiful to offer over $1.4 million in Healing the Planet grants to re c ipient s to he l p

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fund projects that connect communities with green spaces; protect and improve local waterways and water resources; prevent, reduce, and recover food waste; and support native plantings and habitat restoration. K e e p Pe n n s y l v a n i a Beautiful supports comm u n i t y i m p ro v e m e n t initiatives and encourages community leadership, responsibility, and respect for the environment. A state affiliate of Keep America Beautiful Inc., the group has more than 35 years of experience in organizing volunteer-driven community improvement events. For more information, visit www.keeppabeautiful.org.

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“The project has been many years in the making - more than a decade,” said Traverse. “It grew from painstaking research, preser vation effor ts, archaeological discovers and a growing recognition that Lancaster - and this historic landmark in particular - played an important role in some of the most consequential chapters of American history. The center represents a communitywide commitment to preserving and sharing that histor y for future generations.” Housed in a multistory building, the Stevens & Smith Center tells its tales through exhibition galleries, original artifacts, educational programs and immersive experiences. Visitors connect local history to national history through stories about the Underground R ailroad, the Civil War, Reconstruction and the Christiana Resistance. “Many people are surprised to learn that some of the most impor tant stories in the fight against s l av e r y a n d fo r e q u a l r ig hts hap p ene d r ig ht here in Lancaster,” said Traverse. “ We want visitors to understand that

Party Band to Perform in Gardens The Lititz Historical Foundation will host a concert by the BridgeTones in the Mary Oehme Gardens on Sunday, July 12, at 6:30 p.m. The gardens are located behind 145 E. Main St., Lititz. The BridgeTones is a dance and party band consisting of seasoned musicians playing hits from the ‘60s to the present. Attendees should bring their chairs and blankets, and they are encouraged to

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Lancaster’s history is not a footnote to the American story - it is American history. Lancaster County’s history is remarkably deep and diverse. Lancaster has long been a crossroads of people, ideas and movements that helped shape the nation.” An inf luential statesman from L ancaster County during the 1800s, Stevens actively assisted individuals in search of freedom through the Underground R ailroad, and many of his ideals h e l p e d fo r m n a t i o n a l laws. Steven’s longtime confidante, Smith was a successful businessperson and property owner who shared Stevens’ home. “History helps us understand how we arrived at t h e pre s e nt m om e nt ,” said Traverse. “It gives us perspective, context and a deeper understanding of the choices individuals and communities have made. Preserving history allows us to learn from the past while inspiring f u t u re g e n e ra t i o n s t o engage thoughtfully with the challenges of their own time.” For additional information, go to https://stevens andsmithcenter.org.

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Faith United Methodist Church, 1290 Fruitville Pike, Lititz, will host a Deutsche Car Show on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The show will be held rain or shine. The show is open to all German-made vehicles, regardless of year, and will feature car show awards, a People’s Choice Award, a special guest presenter, and

a variety of food trucks. Spectators will be admitted free of charge. Vehicle owners are encouraged to preregister their cars. For additional information about the event, sponsorship opportunities, or registration, visit https:// faithumc.us, call the church office at 717-5600321, or email faithumc@ hotmail.com.

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Nolan Rucci from pg 1 your locker is cleaned out,” continued Rucci. “That’s the NFL. You’ve got to give 100% every day, whether that’s on the field or in the film room. I’m trying to get better at the things I need to get better at.” Rucci, a 2021 graduate of Warwick High School and a 2025 graduate of Penn State, is an undrafted free agent who is attempting to make the Indianapolis Colts’ roster as an offensive lineman (OL). Since May, Rucci has been put t h ro u g h a l l t h e p a ce s at the Colts’ off-season workouts, including rookie camp, organiz e d team activities and mini camp, as well as the upcoming preseason training camp from the end of July to early September. Indianapolis will open its 2026 season on Sunday, Sept. 13, at home against the Baltimore Ravens. “I’m ver y thankful to end up here in Indy,” said Rucci. “It’s a great atmosphere and a great place to learn to compete at the next level. The vets and coaches have been great resources. At the end of the day, you’re playing football, but the stakes are higher. It’s the same game I’ve been playing since high school, but it’s the big show.” C u r re n t l y, t h e C o l t s have 15 offensive linemen in camp, and they plan to keep anywhere from 10 to 12 OLs to populate their 53-man opening day roster and their practice squad. Rucci’s odds of making the team may simply be a matter of perception. “That’s definitely a way to look at it,” said Rucci.

“There’s been competition in the room, but the vets have been great. I’m very thankful for the guys in the room. They’ve been very helpful.” Following a successful career at Penn State, Rucci figured to have an outside chance of being selected in April’s NFL draft. While that did not happen, he did learn of Indianapolis’ interest in him during the staging of the draft. “It was definitely somewhat disappointing,” said Rucci. “I knew it could be a day two or day three thing. After the fourth round, I got a call from my agent, and he said, ‘The Colts want to sign you after the draft.’ It took a little bit off my shoulders. I was very excited to get the call.” After transferring from Wisconsin following his sophomore season, Rucci was part of the Nittany Lions’ offensive line rotation as a tackle during his junior and senior campaigns. He earned All-Big Ten honorable mention honors after his senior year. I n D e c e m b e r, R u c c i graduated from Penn State with a degree in geography. Overall, it was an experience - both on and off the field - which has prepared him well for the current challenge he is facing. “Obviously, it was not a straightforward journey for me,” said Rucci. “Going to Penn State was one of the best decisions I’ve made in my career. It helped me be the player I am today. I probably wouldn’t be here without it. “Growing up in Lititz,

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Mock Constitutional Convention Set The League of Women Vo t e r s o f L a n c a s t e r County (LWVLC), in partnership with local history enthusiast Matt Johnson, will host a mock Constitutional Convention on Saturday, Aug. 8, to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary. The program is also held in conjunction with the League of Women Voters’ National Day of Action, honoring the Voting Rights Act, signed into law in August 1965. The mock Constitutional Convention will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at West Ar t, 816 Buchanan Ave., L ancaster. T he LWVLC seeks Lancaster County residents from all walks of life and political backgrounds to be delegates. To apply by Friday, July 10, visit https://tinyurl .com/MockConstitutional Convention. Due to limited space, participants will be selected based on building a representative

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sample of Lancaster C o u n t y re s i d e n t s a n d amendments proposed in an effort to create lively discussion and debate. The event’s goal is to bring together people from various backgrounds and political ideology to simulate the work and process for passing an amendment

to the U.S. Constitution. Community members are also welcome to attend as observers. Powdered wigs and tri-cornered hats are not required. For more information, contact Carolyn Hernandez, LWVLC president, at Vote411lancastercounty@ gmail.com.

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Selling Coins; 450 plus lots of Copper, Silver, Type Coins, Part and Complete Sets, Gold: U.S. 15 Pieces & 14 Pieces of Foreign Gold Currency; 160 Lots of Currency, Nice Run of Lancaster County National Currency, Type Notes, Colonial, Fractional, Broken Bank Notes To include Nationals Large Christiana, Terre Hill, Elizabethtown, Mountville, Small Size, Blue Ball, Brownstown, Quarryville, Type 11 Pieces Series 1917 Legal Tender in Sequence Grade Uncirculated, plus others. Coins; Bust Halves; 30 Pieces To Include 12 Certified 1803 to 1811 with 1806 R5, 1806 over inverted six R4, plus several Rarity Rated Pieces; 1796 Small Eagle Dollar, Morgan Dollars 62 Pieces, with Nine CC Dollars, Plus Much more This Auction has a 10% Buyer’s Premium. We will be accepting mail bids for this auction. Listings on my website: rvpauctions.com & auctionzip.com. Email: rvpolitoauction@aol.com. Phone 717-371-5555 Bob Polito AU 2810.

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Historic Rock Ford Posts Lectures

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PBS documentar y “ The American Revolution” produced by Ken Burns and has written several books, including “Noble Volunteers: The British Soldiers Who Fought the American R e vo l u t i o n” a n d “ T h e Revolution’s Last Men: The Soldiers Behind the Photographs.” He is also an engineer for a medical device manufacturer and writes for several syndicated cartoonists. The presentation will be approximately two hours in length. Admission is for the lecture only and does not include the Snyder Gallery. “Buff & Blue: How George Washington Fashione d the Revolution” will be offered on Sunday, July 19, at 2 p.m. Fashion designer and historian Chloe Chapin will share the history of the iconic buff and blue color scheme

and its lasting impact on American style. The color scheme was used by George Washington in designing his own military uniform, and within 15 years men across America, England, and France were copying his look. In her forthcoming book, “Suitable: The Sartorial Revolution and the Fashioning of Modern Men,” Chapin investigates the materiality, manufacture, and meaning behind men’s suits between the American Revolution and the Civil War. Chapin holds a doctorate from Harvard. Previously, she costumed rock musicals on Broadway. Visitors may park in the area located behind the barn. Prior to the lecture, attendees may visit the Snyder Gallery and the 2026 Focus Exhibit. The Snyder Gallery closes at 4 p.m.

Karin Wulf will present “Lineage: Genealogy and the Power of Connection in Early America” on Sunday, July 19, at 5 p.m. The lecture is based upon Wulf ’s book of the same name and explores how genealogy was a powerful fo rce i n 1 8 t h - ce n t u r y America, shaping society, law, and identity for all people, not just the elite. The book argues that family records, created in diverse forms from documents to artifacts, were cr ucial for individuals and institutions to claim status; define freedom, especially in relation to slavery; and navigate legal and social structures, connecting personal emotion with political power. Wulf is the director and librarian of the John Carter Brown Library and professor of history at Brown University. A historian of early America focused on gender, family, and politics, she writes widely for both public and academic audiences about history, the worlds of research and scholarship, and libraries and archives. She serves on a variety of nonprofit boards, is involved in planning for the United States’ 250th anniversary celebration, and is a vice president of the American Historical Association. Admission is for the lecture only and does not include the Snyder Gallery.

Dyslexia Center Holds Graduation The Children’s Dyslexia Center of Lancaster held its 21st annual Celebration of Achievement on June 7 at Stayer Hall, located on Millersville University’s campus. Seven graduates from the program were in attendance: Chloe Britcher-Walters, Weston Elmore, Xander Hester, Bryce Moyer, Cian Rice, Rowan Suckau, and Olivia Walburn. Heather Brown, director of the center, presented each graduate with a certificate; a personalized booklet of his or her reading journey; and an autograph bear, the mascot adopted by the Children’s Dyslexia Centers Inc., as a keepsake. Students presented words of thanks to their tutors and the board

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FULL PROPERTY CLEANOUT Appliances/Furniture/Tree/Brush Removal Demo • Rolloff Dumpster Rentals YOU NAME IT, WE DO IT! MJR LLC | Millersville  717-672-6483

Grandfather, Wall, & Mantel Clocks Cleaned, Oiled, Repaired. We Make House Calls! Free Pick-up & Delivery 717-454-7925

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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 12/27/26.) Call 1-844-826-2535.

BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com

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30¢/gal.-will pick up.  Ed 717-587-7315

Basements, garages, attics. Appls. ($20). Five Star Property Service, 717-278-1030 NO MORE CLEANING out gutters. Guaranteed! LeafFilter is backed by a no-clog guarantee and lifetime transferrable warranty. Call today 1-855-791-1626 to schedule a FREE inspection and no obligation estimate. Get 15% off your entire order. Plus, Military & Seniors get an additional 10% off. Limited time only. Restrictions apply, see representative for warranty and offer details.

BUYING UNWANTED HEATING OIL

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! GET A BREAK on your taxes! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist the blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, no-cost vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2026. Call Heritage for the Blind at 1-844-320-2804 today!

PAINTING DONE RIGHT Int/Ext. Res/Com Detailed custom painting. 33yrs. exp/Refs. All related services, etc. 717-286-5464

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Eastwood Village Homes LLC

Open House Saturday, July 11th • 10am-2pm

New Homes For Sale - First Floor Living Villages at Greenfield Manufactured Housing Lot Rent Community

Model Homes with Garages Available to Inspect! 453 Eastwood Lane, Lancaster, PA 17601 (717) 397-3138 www.eastwoodvillagehomes.com DIRECTIONS: Take Route 30 East to Greenfield Road. Turn right onto Greenfield Road. Continue past the entrance of Villages at Greenfield. Turn right onto Ben Franklin Blvd. Go over bridge and follow signs to model homes. R128655

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Faith-Based Soccer Program Award Nominations Sought Planned for Children

Community Blood Drive 2900 Oregon Pike, Lititz 17543 Register in the Restaurant Lobby & Donate in the Bloodmobile

Everyone will receive: • FREE CAR WASH from RIPTIDE Car Wash ($24 value) • Blood Donor T-Shirt • 2 Lancaster Stormers ticket vouchers, good for any 2026 regular season home game (each voucher may be redeemed for FREE online or for a $2 fee at the box office) • Certificate for a FREE Soup & Salad Bar at The Restaurant at Oregon Dairy 3 ways to schedule your donation appointment: • go to 717GiveBlood.org • call 1-800-771-0059 • scan the QR Code

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Thursday, July 16th • 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) of Lancaster County will offer a new Soccer Party Club to celebrate the World Cup coming to Philadelphia. Soccer Par ty C lub is a 90-minute program that meets for one day. It is free for children ages 5 to 12 and will be held at various locations throughout Lancaster County. The program includes soccer-themed games, a verse, songs, and a lesson. All workers are screened as required by the Child Evangelism Fellowship Child Protection Policy. The Soccer Party Club locations and dates will include WJTL/The Junction Center, 1875 Junction Road, Manheim, on Friday, July 10, from 1:30 to 3 p.m.; Christian Fellowship Church, 758 Spruce Road, New Holland, on Tuesday, July 14, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.; Mountville Mennonite Church, 205 Froelich Ave., Mountville, on Wednesday, July 15, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.; First Spanish Assembly of God, 626 S. Duke St., Lancaster, on Thursday, July 16, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.; Living Christ Church, 6067 Carpenter St., East Petersburg, on July 16 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.; and Word of Life Chapel, 139 Wickersham Road, Bainbridge, on Tuesday, July 21, from 1:30 to 3 p.m.

In addition, RMC Church, 601 Rohrerstown Road, Lancaster, on Thursday, July 23, from 1:30 to 3 p.m.; Snyder Community Park, 250 Clay School Road, Ephrata, hosted by Ho p e l a n d C o m m u n i t y Church, on July 23 from 1:30 to 3 p.m.; Culliton Park, 200 block of South Water Street, Lancaster, hosted by Puerta De Refugio, on Friday, July 24, from 1:30 to 3 p.m.; and Hempfield Church, 3050 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, on Monday, July 27, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Also, Village of Love Early Learning Academy, 515 Hershey Ave., Lancaster, on Tuesday, July 28, from 10:30 to noon; Woodcrest Retreat, 225 Woodcrest Drive, Ephrata, on Wednesday, July 29, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.; Victory Church, 550 Linden St., Columbia, on Thursday, July 30, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.; The Well Church, 163 W. Frederick St., Millersville, on July 30 from 1:30 to 3 p.m.; Grace Baptist Church of Millersville, 242 Bender Road, on Friday, July 31, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.; Souls Church, 312 E. Ross St., Lancaster, on July 31 from 1:30 to 3 p.m.; and Iglesia Pentecostal Peniel, 420 S. Christian St., Lancaster, on July 31 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Registration is required at www.ceflancaster.org.

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Wednesday July 15th

4pm - 7pm Rain or Shine

Christ Church UCC Parking Lot 247 S Market St. Elizabethtown, PA

A Taste of Summer in E-town • Farmers Market Vendors • DJ Jimmy Jam • Kids Craft Activity • Free Samples • Food Trucks • Family Fun

Join us for an afternoon of sunshine, fresh finds, and summer fun at our Farmers Market Summer Soirèe! Enjoy local vendors, delicious treats, activities, and a lively afternoon filled with community, color and summertime fun! Free Admission Presented By

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Children may play soccer-themed games during Soccer Party Club, offered through CEF of Lancaster County.

As community hosts in partnership with Weave: The Social Fabric Project at the Aspen Institute, the L ancaster County Community Foundation and L ancaster County Local Journalism Fund are launching a four-year effort to find, support, and celebrate ever y day neighbors who are building trust, nurturing belonging, and weaving the social fabric in the c o m m u n i t y. T h ro u g h t h i s y e a r ’s We av e r Awards, 20 local individuals or small organizations will be selected to receive $2,500 each to suppor t their work fostering connection in Lancaster County. The We ave r A w a rd s a re a way the community can amplify and support the everyday people in local neighborhoods, schools, places of worship, and jobs who are weaving threads of connection through the community. Nominations are open, and nominees must be residents of L ancaster County who are age 18 and older. While many people in Lancaster County are serving their neighbors, the Weaver A w a rd s a re i n t e n d e d for those whose proj-

ects also create lasting relationships and build t r u s t a s p e o p l e wo r k together to strengthen the ir com mu ni t y and weave a tighter social fabric. People may apply for an award themselves or recommend a neighbor at www.weavelancaster county.org. The application is intentionally simple, asking questions about the people involved, their project, and their community. L ocal nonprofit organizations with an operating budget less than $250,000 are also encouraged to apply. Nominations will close on Friday, July 24. Award winners will be announced and celebrated at a public event on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026. Investing in and catalyzing connection in the community is a fo c u s fo r b o t h t h e Lancaster County Community Foundation and the L ancaster County Local Journalism Fund. Following a national application process, they were together selected as one of 25 community host organizations across the U.S.

Webinar Series Planned Smoker & Company has announced the launch of the 2026 Insights Series, a new, live webinar program designed to equip business leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals w i th t imel y insi g ht s , practical strategies, and expert perspectives to n av i g a t e a n e v o l v i n g economic and business landscape. The program is free of charge. The series will addresses critical issues facing individuals, privately held businesses, and grow th-oriented organiz ations. Topics will include tax planning, regulatory updates, financial strateg y, risk management, and industry-specific trends. The webinars will include live question-and-answer

times with subject matter experts. All webinars will be delivered virtually. Attendees will also have access to supplementary resources and session recordings for continued learning. The series will kick off on Wednesday, July 22, at 11 a.m. with “Overpaid Income Taxes? How Individuals and Businesses Can Recover Money Through Amended Filings.” This session will explore how both individuals and businesses can identify opportunities to recover overpaid income taxes through amended filings, along with key considerations, timelines, and best practices. For more information and to re g ister, visit w w w. s m o ke rc p a . co m / classes-and-seminars/.