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he’d always ask, “And, what color are they?”

We found it kind of ironic that one of my mother’s best friends was a Black woman she worked with at a local factory.

Anita was a friend to the end. I don’t know how we would have made it through those difficult final years of my mother’s life without her help.

Back to the religion thing.

I was born in 1951, which makes

me a Baby Boomer. Looking back over my life, it’s odd what I remember. It starts at the very beginning with my parents. My mother was from Cabbage Hill and my father was from North Carolina. They met during World War II, when he would travel from the Navy’s training center in Maryland to Lancaster on weekend leave. After living in Rhode Island to fulfill my father’s Naval service, they settled in Lancaster.

Did I mention she was Catholic and he was Southern Baptist? That created some fireworks around the house!

When I was little, summer vacations were often spent in North Carolina, on the farm where my father grew up. One of my earliest memories was the chain gangs that worked on the roads. Seeing men – most of them Black – wearing those black-andwhite prison uniforms and chained together with guns trained on them was frightening.

I also remember the drinking fountains that bore signs above them that I now know said, “Whites Only” and “Colored.” No explanation was ever offered … it was just the way things were.

My parents persisted in using the word “Colored” to describe African Americans all their lives. My sister and I supposed it was a generational thing. It would drive my brotherin-law – who grew up on Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia, of all places – nuts, so

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My sister and I were brought up as Catholics, although sometimes we’d go to church with my father. I attended parochial school from first through fifth grades. One thing that always bothered me was being instructed by a particular nun to not talk to the public school kids who walked past our schoolyard on their way home for lunch.

“They’re not Catholic,” she would say. I found this very confusing. After all, my father was not Catholic. I constantly worried that he was going to end up in hell.

During the summer between fifth and sixth grades, I was informed I’d be going to public school. Those first few weeks were rough. The Mennonite girls avoided me like the plague. I’d hear them whisper, “She’s that Catholic girl.” Finally, a nice Lutheran girl took me under her wing and I gained the acceptance of my classmates.

I lived for the summer. Spending

the day at the pool was my idea of perfection.

One day in the early 60s, I remember the pool suddenly got very quiet. An Asian couple walked to a spot near ours and spread out their blanket. Everyone stared.

The pool manager soon appeared. He and the couple engaged in conversation and suddenly they were packing up their things and being escorted out. Kids’ questions were met with vague parental answers.

Many years later, my mother would become friends with a Japanese co-worker who had spent part of her childhood at an internment camp on the West Coast during World War II. I saw her obituary recently and had to smile at the memory of the crane-inspired crafts she made and shared with us.

As much as we love Lancaster

County, we have to admit it has always been a very segregated community. When I was growing up, Black residents lived almost exclusively in the Southeast area – the Seventh Ward – of Lancaster. When someone simply said “the ward,” you knew

what area of town they were referring to.

The suburbs were essentially lily white. At the suburban high school I attended, there was one Black family and they moved to another district my junior year.

In the burbs, we were “segregated” in other ways. One was through the course load we took – i.e., college prep, business or general. We were kept in our own little worlds, never to mingle with the kids in the other curriculums.

Years later, you would meet classmates from outside your circle at reunions and think how nice they are and wonder why you didn’t get to know them in high school.

When it came

time to choose a college, I wanted to spread my wings.

My parents agreed to a small liberal arts college in North Carolina. As the song goes, the times they were a changin’ due to movements focused on civil rights, women’s liberation and ending the war in Vietnam.

One of my freshman suitemates was from a small town near Charlotte. The first time we (my other roomies were from New Jersey and West Virginia) went home with her, we were shocked to discover her family had a Black maid. They lived very comfortably but were in no way wealthy, which we – the Yankees – thought was the qualification for having a maid of any color. And, her mother didn’t work, so we wondered why she would even need a maid.

Allison (my roomie) adored that woman. Her name was Elizabeth and whenever we visited, she would make her specialty: shrimp creole. It was delicious!

We soon came to discover that most of our classmates from the South had Black maids. Heck, we even had maids at our disposal in the dorms. When I saw the movie, The Help, it brought back a lot of memories.

One of the best parts of attending college in the South was going to the beach – namely North Myrtle Beach, Ocean Drive – almost every weekend starting in early March. One Friday, eight of us set off for OD and about halfway through the drive, we stopped at a store/gas station in South Carolina that made Wally’s Filling Station on The Andy Griffith Show look like a palace.

Upon asking to use the rest room, we were directed to go “out back,” where we discovered two outhouses, one for whites and one for “coloreds” (despite it being more than five years since the Civil Rights

Act was signed by Lyndon Johnson and the elimination of Jim Crow laws). There we stood in the broiling sun, eight college coeds in a row waiting our turns for the white outhouse. I announced I was going to use the other outhouse. Pandemonium ensued. You would have thought I said I was going to walk down the road naked. In the end, I was the only one to break ranks. To my surprise, I wasn’t booted from the car.

Ticking an item off my dad’s bucket list – seeing the Grand Canyon.

My dad

remained a “farmer” all his life. He had the most amazing garden and grew stuff that was regarded as Southern, including collard greens, okra and yams.

He gladly shared them with his Black coworkers who also grew up in the South and liked the taste of home he provided each summer.

My dad was also devoted to his lawn.

He fertilized it on a strict schedule and mowed it at least twice a week, which drove my mother nuts.

What drove him nuts was the house across the street. It was owned by an Indian family and they weren’t picky about the way their lawn looked. On occasion, when they were away, my dad would sneak over and mow the lawn. My mother would say, “Why don’t you just go over there and give them some pointers?” He preferred to remain the mystery lawn mower.

My sister and her husband had a

time share and they often invited me, my son and our dad to go along with them to what became our favorite destination: the American West. Exploring Native American culture was fascinating.

One Sunday afternoon, my sister and I made a run to a grocery store in New Mexico. Two Native guys approached us and began asking touristy questions: where

were we from, etc. We engaged them in conversation, asking for their opinions on where to go and what to see.

Soon, the store manager swept in and said, “Ladies, I’m so sorry these men are bothering you,” and told them to be on their way. We were shocked. I told him they were not bothering us, thank you very much. As we checked out, the manager again apologized. God forbid that the locals bother the tourists!

Visiting a reservation is quite an eye-opener.

Poverty permeates them. The first time we went on the Navajo Reservation in Arizona, my father was genuinely shocked by what he saw.

After retiring from nursing several years ago, my sister became interested in Starling family genealogy. One day she called with news of her latest discovery. She was incensed that one of our Scots-Irish ancestors traveled to the New World for the sole purpose of killing Native Americans.

The Longs become part of an Arabic family.

My son works

at a big food distribution center in Allentown. The past year has been a whirlwind. A year ago, he was tasked with learning all he could about the spotted lanternfly. In March, he had to become coronavirus-literate. In the beginning, he was working 24/7 just to keep stores supplied. Then, when the virus began to affect the workforce, he had to

keep employees updated on the everevolving policies of the state. Now, it falls to him to don a hazmat suit every two hours and take everyone’s temperature.

One particularly busy night, he admitted a truck driver to the office. He instructed him to put on a mask. The driver (who was Black) asked why the other person (who was white) in the office wasn’t wearing one. Charlie explained he had a medical excuse. The debate went back and forth. Finally, the guy apologized, put on a mask and said, “You don’t know what it’s like to be Black.” Charlie responded with, “I have an inkling; my wife is Arabic. Everyone assumes her family are terrorists.”

It’s been quite an education becoming part of a Syrian family. They celebrate Thanksgiving in a huge way. The hors d’ oeuvre course features Arabic food and then, out comes the All-American smorgasbord of turkeys (done several ways), ham, veggies, salads, casseroles and bread. Fruit is their idea of dessert.

They love American whiskey. The men sit around and discuss politics (in English) and football (in Arabic). Go figure.

They don’t like the American custom of shaking hands. Their preferred greeting is a kiss on each cheek. If you’re at a party, you must greet each person with a kiss-kiss. It takes forever for everyone to say hello.

The biggest thing I’ve noticed – and appreciated – is that they go out of their way to make the “white” in-laws (which they jokingly call us) feel welcome. If I make a mistake, I laugh and ask for their forgiveness, explaining I’m just an “uptight Pennsylvania Dutch woman from Lancaster County.”

What’s the point of all this?

Perhaps it’s due time that we acknowledge our awareness of the prejudice and social injustice that have existed in the world since the beginning of time. As for Lancaster County Magazine, we pledge to work harder to be a better neighbor and be more inclusive of everyone who calls Lancaster home.

– Suzanne Starling-Long

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Contents

AUGUST 2020 | VOLUME 34 | NUMBER 4

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FEATURES

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Food Trucks

ON THE COVER:

Catering to neighborhoods has become the focus of food trucks that specialize in comfort food, tacos, burgers, barbecue, cupcakes, ice cream and more.

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Nick Gould photographed Keisha Finnie’s mural that is part of Lancaster Public Art’s COVID-19 awareness program.

Keisha’s mural – Nurture Your Mind – can be seen at George Ross Elementary School on North Queen Street in Lancaster.

Cherry Crest Adventure Farm

Looking for a family-friendly outing? Cherry Crest is celebrating its 25th anniversary!

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Nurture Your Mind

The title of Keisha Finnie’s COVID-19-inspired mural conveys the attitude Lancaster artists have adopted during the pandemic. As you will see, they’ve been busy!

Be Scene!

Visit our website, lancastercountymag.com, to learn of events planned and rescheduled for the coming months.

DEPARTMENTS

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The Long & Short of It

Life as I remember it.

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Foodographer

Jordan Bush recalls a delicious night at Chilango’s Authentic Mexican Restaurante in Lititz.

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Table for Two

Rochelle Shenk visits the newly expanded Black Forest Brewery in Ephrata.

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Backyard Tourist

Seth Dochter delves into the phenomenon known as “COVID dreams.”

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Food Trucks

Are “Catering” to Neighborhoods As seen at a recent pop-up event at Wyndridge Farm in Dallastown, food trucks from Baron Von Schwein and York-based Roadside Grille, which specializes in quesadillas and burgers, set up shop. Wyndridge is sponsoring a Pop-up Beer Garden every weekend through September 29 at Kissel Valley Farm in Lititz. Photo by Sean Kennedy.

Food trucks have been bringing their tasty bites to neighborhoods across Lancaster County for the past few months. Many are now booking fall dates. Check out these local food trucks and their social media to see where they will be popping up next! If they aren’t coming anywhere near you, some take neighborhood requests if you get enough families to join.

MAD DASH CONCESSIONS specializes in artisan grilled cheeses, including macand-cheese stuffed, spinach artichoke and buffalo chicken. Maddashgrilledcheese. com or find them on Facebook or Instagram @maddashc.

SUGAR WHIPPED BAKERY has been taking their cupcakes and macarons to the streets with their Neighborhood Quarantine Sugar Rush food truck visits.

Vegan and gluten-free options are available.

Sugarwhippedbakery.com or find them on Facebook or Instagram @sugarwhippedbakery.

WYNDRIDGE FARM BREWING, which is based in York County, is now bringing their craft beverages to neighborhoods in Lancaster. They are also hosting a Pop-up Beer Garden every weekend through September 29 at Kissel Valley Farm (645 E. Oregon Rd., Lititz) that features their craft brews/ciders, outdoor entertainment and food trucks.

Wyndridge.com or find them on Facebook or Instagram @wyndridgefarm.

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DOUGH HEADS STUFFED WAFFLES offers “wockets,” which are waffles stuffed with sweet and savory options. From bananas foster to buffalo chicken, they have something for every mood. Dough Heads are offering neighborhood pick up pre-orders. Order on their website and choose their upcoming location that works best for you. Then just wait until they send you a notification that your order is ready.

Doughheadswaffles.com or find them on Facebook or Instagram @doughheadswaffles.

GRAPE LEAF CAFÉ serves authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. During COVID-19, they are doing neighborhood pop-ups. Find them on Facebook or Instagram @grapeleafcafe.

SAVORY’S PUMPKIN FUNNEL CAKES, which is based in York, is making neighborhood visits in Lancaster County.

Find them on Facebook for their latest pop-ups.

LANCASTER BURGER serves the classic combo of burger and fries, along with yummy varieties like mushroom-swiss and jalapeño. Their burgers are made with beef raised right here in Lancaster, but they also offer black bean and veggie burgers.

Lancasterburger.com or find them on Facebook or Instagram @lancaster_burger.

BARON VON SCHWEIN, which is a fixture at community events, has been rolling though neighborhoods for the last few months. Their specialty is comfort food – smoked meats, mac & cheese, cornbread, etc. Find them on Facebook and Instagram @baronvonschwein.

GRANDVIEW VINEYARDS may not have a food truck, but they are traveling the county for QuarantWine Rescues where they bring wine and wine slushies right to your neighborhood.

They can also coordinate with local food trucks for a wine-and-dine combination.

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Clockwise from top: Mista Twista specializes in soft-serve ice cream and other sweet treats.

Lancaster Burger’s tasty burgers are made from locally raised beef.

Photo by Katie Sandoe.

From 22 BBQ: pork barbecue sandwich, cole slaw and mac & cheese.

Mad Dash Concessions is known for its artisan grilled cheese sandwiches.

Walk-o Taco: the name says it all!

Chester County-based 22 BBQ appears in neighborhoods and at events throughout Central PA.

WALK-O TACO serves tacos in a portable bag known as a “walking taco,” along with street tacos and sides. Find them on Facebook or Instagram @walkotacolanc.

22 BBQ specializes in Southern-style barbecue (and all the fixings). Based in West Grove, Chester County, pitmaster Art Ianni and his wife, Dor, take their truck all over South Central Pennsylvania and beyond to share their “slow & low” creations with barbecue fans. 22-bbq.com or find them on Facebook and Instagram @22bbqtruck.

MISTA TWISTA is a new soft-serve ice cream truck in the Lancaster foodie scene.

Their menu features ice cream (cones or cups), fresh-baked dessert sundaes, affogatos (espresso poured over ice cream with rolled wafer and chocolate shavings) and floats.

Find them on Facebook or Instagram @mista.twista.lanc.

LANCASTER CUPCAKE is taking their famous cupcakes to the streets.

Lancastercupcake.com or find them on Facebook or Instagram @lancastercupcake.

Note: Many food trucks and neighborhood pop-ups post about their schedules on Nextdoor.com. Sign up for the latest happening in your neighborhood.

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C H E R RY C R E S T A DV E N T U R E FA R M 25 Years and Acres of Agri-tainment

Donna and Jack Coleman moved to Lancaster County from New Jersey in 1987 with the intent of becoming dairy farmers. They not only realized that goal but they also became leaders in the agri-tainment arm of tourism.

With staycations setting the trend for Summer 2020, the challenge is to find something to do that is family-friendly. Fortunately, you don’t have to look far to discover what draws an average of 100,000 visitors from around the globe to our own backyard.

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BY SUE LONG wners Jack and Donna Coleman didn’t move from New Jersey to Lancaster with the idea of becoming maze masters. Married in 1972, the first-generation farmers made the move to Ronks in 1987 to start a dairy operation. Their first herd of seven Cherry Crest Holsteins soon grew by leaps and bounds. The 200-acre farm has since moved into beef cows, broiler chickens, soybeans and corn.

Realizing they’d have to supplement their income, the two began offering lodging. When that venture stalled, they

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became intrigued by an article they read about a small-scale cornfield maze that had been installed at Lebanon Valley College.

Designed by Don Frantz, who co-owned the American Maze Company, it attracted attention from near and far.

The Colemans saw such a maze becoming an instant draw not only for their farm but for Lancaster County. Little did they know that they would become leaders in a new aspect of tourism called agri-tainment and come to own what is now regarded as America’s longest-running corn maze.

They contacted Frantz and by 1996, a maze in the shape of a locomotive – in honor of nearby Strasburg Rail Road – took over several acres of the farm. Since then, the maze has employed such themes as Noah’s Ark, the Liberty Bell, the solar system, a horse and buggy and man’s first walk on the moon. This year’s maze, which takes the shape of the world’s largest pickup truck, covers more than 2.5 miles of pathways. The ever-popular Flashlight Maze kicks off weekends beginning September 18 and continues through November 7.

As for the astounding number of visitors, that can be attributed to exposure on the morning news shows, cable news outlets, countless newspaper and magazine stories and social media.

WHILE THE MAZE is still the major draw, the Colemans have expanded their agri-tainment venue in numerous ways.

Educating young minds on the workings of a farm has become an important part of the enterprise. For example, the Discovery Barn is home to the popular baby chicks hatchery and other interactive farm displays. An outdoor stage provides space for live demonstrations and entertainment. The Farm Animal Center and Animal Grove are filled with farm animals that visitors can pet and learn about. Visitors can truly revel in farm life by hopping aboard the Farm Tour Wagon that provides a close-up view of the cattle, poultry and farming operations.

For more action-oriented visitors, The Country Pig Races & Show is hosted in an arena-like area that features actors and a cast of racing piglets. There’s also the Shootin’ Gallery, which features a Paintball Range, Apple Blasters and Battle Zone.

The maze’s biggest competition probably comes from Cherry Crest’s Sproutsville Village, which made its debut two years ago and this year has expanded to include eight new attractions: a fire house, police station, theater, diner, farm house, bait & tackle shop, a camper and a faux lake. Kids love the pretend village that allows their imaginations to soar and social skills to expand.

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Located on Gallery Row, Gallery Grow is a plant boutique designed for you to walk in and create a living project — no appointment needed!

All the “rides” at Cherry Crest have a subtle tie-in to agriculture.

Educating visitors – especially youngsters – about agriculture is one of Cherry Crest’s goals.

The 25th anniversary maze was inspired by the farm’s beloved vintage pick-up truck.

This year’s new attraction, Lil’ Farmers Playland, is equipped with swings, a corn crib, sand boxes and a giant slide that was crafted from a farm combine.

A DAY ON THE FARM is sure to make you hungry and Cherry Crest has that covered, too. Visitors have access to nine different food corrals, wagons and cafés (including the Corn Café that is located inside the maze). Menus include burgers, fresh-picked sweet corn (roasted in husks), salads, hot dogs, wraps, cider donuts, kettle corn and fresh-squeezed lemonade. The School House Sweet Shop is home to 30 flavors of fudge.

JUST AS CHERRY CREST has grown in size, so has family involvement. The Colemans’ daughter, Shelly Coleman Temple, is CFO of the adventure farm. Her sister, Sherri Coleman Groff, serves as COO.

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• Use our complimentary planting bar with purchase of plant and container.

• Houseplants, succulents, air plants, pottery, and décor available.

• BYO friendly!

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There are plenty of activities for actionoriented visitors.

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Sherri’s husband, Brian Groff, is the food and special projects manager.

On the farm side, their son, Jared Coleman, works alongside Jack in farm management and is actively involved in the farm’s broiler operation. Their other son, Dylan Coleman, who has a degree in business, is assisting his father in the sale and application of their dust-control product – Dustkill – that is made from soy bean oil.

A third generation is learning the ropes – three of the Colemans’ grandchildren work on the farm on a seasonal basis.

WHILE CHERRY CREST’S Early Season was suspended due to COVID-19, the farm’s Summer Season activities, including the maze, opened July 3, just as Lancaster County moved into its green phase of reopening. The Colemans used the time to develop policies that will ensure health safety for visitors and employees alike.

The policies include screening employees before the start of their shifts, following local COVID-19 procedures and ramping up their already vigorous cleaning procedures. Hand sanitizer stations are situated around the farm and cashless transactions are handled with as little contact as possible. In addition, the number of guests in each building is monitored and overall visitation is being kept to 50% of capacity. With access to 25 acres, visitors should easily be able to practice social distancing.

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There is an old adage that art cannot be made in a vacuum; however, Lancaster’s art community has been proving that it can, in fact, be made in both quarantine and protest. In an era imprinted by both solitude and solidarity, many makers have been finding solace and connection through the work of creating.

PRODUCED BY ASHLEY KENDRICK KENNEDY.

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at least for me, to become stoic and focused on pragmatism in times of stress or struggle. However, I also believe it’s important to keep connecting, creating and communicating through art, especially now.

Art should not be viewed as a frill but as a necessity for the human spirit, a part of life – whether in creating, viewership or patronage. Picking up a brush, pencil, camera, pen or sewing needle in times of struggle is both a time-honored artistic tradition as well as a newfound outlet for many folks.

Those who make a living through the creative arts have been especially challenged over the past five months. With classes, shows, festivals, exhibits and special events such as Spring Art Walk

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canceled, they have lost the personal connection and feedback that a live audience provides. They’ve also been deprived of that special Friday magic that exists in Lancaster, Lititz, Columbia, Elizabethtown and Mount Joy each month.

The pandemic will no doubt have a rippling effect throughout the coming months and years.

However, that’s not to say a void exists. In a show of resiliency, career artists, hobbyists and novices alike have come together digitally in this time of social dichotomies – distancing and camaraderie – to share their work with their communities. Thanks to their efforts, they are making the world look a bit brighter and keeping us connected through trying times.

1. KEISHA FINNIE “Nurture Your Mind” – PSA Temporary Mural for Lancaster Public Art

Photo by Lunga Bechtel

The purpose of public art is to express community values, enhance the environment, transform landscapes, heighten our awareness or question our assumptions. Placed in public sites, such art is made available to everyone and serves as a form of collective community expression.

Public art is a reflection of how we see the world – the artist’s response to our time and place combined with our own sense of who we are. (Source: Association of Public Art).

The art we see around Lancaster City fits this criteria and exists because Lancaster saw fit to develop the Office of Public Art, which is headed by Joanna Davis and includes an advisory board of diverse talents who are passionate about art and culture.

When it became evident that Lancaster would be impacted by COVID-19, Lancaster Public Art, in partnership with Two Dudes Painting Company, formulated an ambitious project that would deliver healthrelated messages to neighborhoods across the city via art. Ten artists were chosen to create murals that would convey COVID-19 messages. From the initial planning stage to the installation of the murals, the challenge was to complete the project in a matter of 30 days.

Keisha Finnie was one of the artists selected for the project. Her mural, which addresses the mental health aspect of coping with the coronavirus, features the legend, “Nurture Your Mind.” It’s accompanied by the image of a Black woman whose head is encircled with a vivid display of flowers.

The mural essentially captures Keisha’s interests and view of life. She says the inspiration for her art comes from “living life and being a woman of color.” It’s also borne out of “a love for nature, vibrant color, texture and the female form.”

Keisha is proud of the fact that her mural is displayed on fencing on the grounds of George Ross Elementary School on North Queen Street.

The school is where her artistic talents took wing as a kindergarten student and progressed through art classes at J.P. McCaskey High School. Now, she experiments in all media, with henna being a newfound talent. Her bold art also decorates T-shirts and baseball caps.

She says the mural is her largest piece of art to date. In order to meet the tight timeline, she often painted through the night. To capture the vivid colors, she mixed her own paint. She views the mural as a “reminder to nurture your mind and take care of yourself during these times. With all of the things that are taking place, we can forget to relax and take a day to really ask ourselves how our hearts and minds are. Suffering from mental health myself, I wanted to remind others that they are not alone.”

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For more information, visit lancasterpublicart.com and keishafinnie.bigcartel.com. Follow Keisha on Instagram @KeishaFinnie

2. STEPHEN GAMBONE “HOPE FOR TOMORROW” www.ETSY.com/shop/FusionARToriginals Instagram.com/Stephen_Gambone_artist Facebook.com/FusionArtOriginals

3. DAVID BERK Facebook.com/stuffdavesaw Instagram: @dave_berk & @dave.berk.portrait Email: daveberk50@gmail.com

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4. GODZILLA BUT WITH WIZARD POWERS Note from the artist: This image is made through a series of targeted corruptions, within the confines of a Samsung smartphone. Photo captured and manipulated with a smartphone.

Instagram.com/godzillabutwithwizardpowers

5. APRIL JARUNAS “When the Light Breaks” – Oil on panel Instagram.com/apriljarunas

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6. JAMES HECKER Note from the Artist: Sunflowers and trees are both signature styles for me, but especially meaningful during this pandemic – trees represent strength and being grounded/rooted in the face of whatever comes (one of the reasons I include the roots in my trees), and sunflowers … well, most people realize they always face the sun. What is less known is that on cloudy days, they turn to face one another! A reminder that we’re in this together!

Instagram.com/paintntexture

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7. ROD GRAYBILL Rod, who normally would be hard at work at The Ant Farm doing tattoos, has been spending his time since quarantine doing commissioned family and pet portraits. To see more of Rod’s work or book a commission, visit his Instagram or Facebook.

Instagram.com/theloniusprime Facebook.com/rod.graybill

8. BRIAN EVANS Brian, a member of Can’t Confine My Mind, says, “I guess I’m participating in the group to keep my mind active beyond helping the kids with their studies and keeping the household running. It gives me a creative outlet and some time to think something through the creation process, which is generally something I need on a daily basis.”

He also explains, “For photography, I get to focus on multiple aspects of a shot; the idea, the setup, the technical aspects of the photo, and the post processing. From lighting to Photoshop, there’s time to work on it now, so why not?

I’m not sure what I do is art, but I do strongly believe in the importance of the role of the arts in our culture.”

9. GERRI MCCRITTY, PAVAA GALLERY "The Day We Paused" Instagram.com/gerrimccrittycreations For more art from the PAVAA Gallery in Lancaster, visit Pavaagallery.com or Facebook.com/pavaagallery.

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10. CYNTHIA L. SPERKO Note from the artist: This image is from a fun, in-home food photography self-assignment that I captured during the pandemic. My medium is digital SLR photography.

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Thinking outside the box during this crisis had me coming up of different ways to continue to make a living as a pro photographer. Ordering a cupcake kit from Julia Nikolaus Cupcakery & Co. gave me a chance to hone into my past cake decorating skills from back in my college days. (I interviewed her recently for my Creative Heart Blog.)

I hope that you will enjoy viewing these images and that they will not make you raid the cookie jar.

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11. METTLE_FLECHE_ “star dreams” – a mix of analog and digital collage Note from the artist: Personally, the two edges of this COVID-shaped sword are that I have lost some opportunities I’ll never get back; however, due to being unemployed, I’ve gained the time and energy to create something new. My collage work is on Instagram as @mettle_fleche_ and I’m so excited to see where this creative outlet takes me.

Follow them on Instagram to see more of their work.

High-quality prints are available for sale.

Instagram.com/mettle_fleche_

12. ANTOINETTE SAPONE-MCMILLAN Note from the artist: This piece is 10×20 acrylic on canvas, titled “Wild Daisies of Inishbofin.” I spent two weeks in Ireland last summer, a lot of my current pieces are inspired from the trip. I also did two series on paper based on my interpretation of the stones that appear all along the shore of Inishbofin Island, Ireland. Those can be found on my Facebook and Instagram pages.

Facebook: Facebook.com/AESMArtWork Instagram: Instagram.com/a_sapone_mcmillan

13. NICK STEHMAN Note from the artist: This is one of my 3D modeling projects. I started a deep dive into 3D modeling at the start of the COVID-19 shutdown. My goal is to create my own cartoon/game/toy collection. Prior to the shutdown, I hadn’t had much extra time to learn this software, so progress was slow. Now that I’m getting the hang of it, I’m learning in leaps and bounds. I use a free software called BLENDER. It is a cutting-edge tool that is free and accessible to anyone with a computer. I’m having lots of fun and learning a lot and my goal is to submit some animated shorts to some film festivals this fall. I hope you enjoy.

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14. LOURDES E. TORRESSHEPARD “Great Expectations” – Mixed Media Collage Facebook.com/LULISART

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15. HOLLACE KUTAY Note from the artist: During the pandemic I have been working from my home studio, a studio that also houses the space of the Ceramic Art and Culture Institute, a 501c3 which I founded. The hope of the Institute is that, once it is safe to have students back in session, we will be able to get high school students back on track with the in-class ceramic time they missed.

Personally, I have been able to continue my art practice and have been busy creating new and exciting pieces. I recently opened an Etsy shop and am excited for the opportunity to share my work with the public. www.etsy.com/shop/HollaceKutayCreation Hollacekutay.com Ceramicartandcultureinstitute.org

16. THOMAS VALENTINE Note from the artist: I’m really enjoying seeing work from artists who normally don’t have the time to create as often as they would like to.

Instagram.com/kingdomofwhat Facebook.com/artbythomasvalentine

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17. BRUCE GARRABRANDT Note from the artist: “Social Distancing Exclusions” is my latest colored pencil drawing, featuring my friends Jack and Buddy – who refuse to abide by the six-foot distancing guidelines.

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Artbybruce.com/the-art/collection-of-cats.

18. MICHELLE JOHNSEN In addition to Michelle’s creative photography, she has also been working on her online photojournalism gallery, which is an ongoing documentation of Lancaster during this time.

Lancasterphotocollective.com/ michellejohnsenphotography

19. MEGAN WHITNEY “Praying in a Graveyard” - Digital Photo Note from the artist: My name is Megan Whitney and I teach 5th and 6th grade art. For the past several years I have spent most of my time guiding my students through the process of creating. When the pandemic hit, I was suddenly aware of how little time I had given myself to make anything on my own. Drawing and photography very quickly became a coping mechanism for me. I transferred all of my fear and anxiety into my pen, pencil and camera.

Allowing my emotions to guide my creation process gave them a place to go instead of them staying cooped up in isolation with me. Looking at my work I know it reads as dark and hopeless but at this point in time, who isn’t?

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Shopping local is more than just keeping more of your hardearned money in the community. It’s about knowing that you have a resource to help you and take an interest in your needs. They also promise to go the extra mile to provide you with the help you need.

For over 50 years, GR MITCHELL has been your local building material and hardware store. Through the challenges we’ve faced so far in 2020, they did their best to provide customers with a safe, dependable and affordable place to find home-maintenance and repair supplies. And, after spending more time than you’re used to at home, they know home-improvement projects are likely on your mind. From a quick facelift with a new coat of paint to replacement windows and doors or even an entirely new kitchen, GR Mitchell is ready to be the starting point for your next project.

For over 50 years, MERVIN ZIMMERMAN, INC. has provided quality plumbing, heating and air-conditioning services to residential customers in the local area. Along with great service, they have also become a leader in custom bath remodeling with the addition of the BATH BARN showroom. The showroom has a large display of baths, showers, vanities, toilets and more with designers that help in creating the perfect bath.

Office and Showroom Manager Bonnie Hoover shares, “Our goal when someone walks through our door is to show them the possibilities that they could have in a bath designed for their style.

We guide them through all the choices, colors and designs that fit in their budget.”

Two trends that Bonnie is noticing are “gold and black finishes for faucets and LED lighted mirrors or medicine cabinets. Clean and simple lines are still trending with gray and white colors mixed with wood grain to add a natural look and feel to their bath.”

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The streets are silent; downtown Lititz appears to be asleep. In the quiet, I start to question what piece of crucial information I had missed. Suddenly, something in the cool evening air catches my attention: the delicious aroma of cooking food. It is the only hint of Chilango’s Taco Night at 9:50 p.m. on this particular Friday night in

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July 2019, and it confirms my hunger. ith the windows rolled down, I sit in my parked car on North Broad Street, just across from the dark restaurant that appears to be closed for the night. At 10 p.m., as though on cue, a car pulls up and drops off a few people. Then another car appears. People start arriving in droves, heading around the back of

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Chilango’s to their outdoor seating area.

Feeling like I’m about to crash a party, I follow in kind. The patio is already filled with people sitting around tables, enjoying conversation, sipping on drinks, cracking open their BYOB bottles of Modelo and Corona beer. The sounds of laughter and relaxed chatter combine with the sizzle of food in the background. A few moments

later, families and folks of all ages line up to place their taco orders from underneath the canopy in the back. A selection of four tacos – chorizo, tripe, al pastor and carnitas – makes up tonight’s menu.

Everyone from Chilango’s is hard at work. Andrea Suárez, who invited me to check out Taco Night and is the daughter of co-owner Leticia Martinez, handles checkouts with her sister, Jennifer Suárez, at the start of a massive line.

Their brother, co-owner and chef Erik Suárez, orchestrates food like a symphony conductor, taking orders on the fly as patrons line up. Tortillas swoosh around on a hot, oiled griddle, while pineapple juice drips over pork in a vertical broiler.

Al pastor (pineapple pork) cooks on a vertical broiler with savory pineapple juice marinating the slowroasting pork.

Tamara Donoso grills tortillas on a hot griddle ahead of a long line of hungry customers.

All four varieties of tacos are available with spring onions, lime, tangy grilled cactus and an ice-cold bottle of Coca-Cola.

Chorizo sizzles nearby. Chilango’s will be slammed until at least 1 a.m., when Taco Night ends or whenever they run out of food, whichever comes first. Based on the line of folks waiting to order, my money is on the latter.

Jennifer Suárez, chef Erik Suárez, and Tamara Donoso cook and fill orders for a long line of patrons at Chilango’s Taco Night.

CASH (ONLY) IN HAND, I order one of each variety of taco, opting for the sensational fried cactus and spring onions topped with fresh lime, cilantro and diced onions. There are two salsas to choose from – tangy pickled jalapeño salsa verde and smoky habanero roja salsa with just the right amount of heat on it. Rounding out the meal: a glass bottle of ice-cold Coca-Cola (complete with real sugar) with

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a pop-off cap. For a brief moment, I forget where I am. It occurs to me that I could be in Mexico City on a summer evening, having waited for the burning sun to rest and the world to stir. This is the most authentic food experience I’ve had in a while and I was anxious to learn more.

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The word Chilango means to be from Mexico City, and for Leticia, the restaurant that bears that name represents her dream, the American dream. A dream to open a restaurant and bring authentic Mexican food to the Lititz community she now calls home.

Leticia remembers being seven years old and cooking food with her mother to sell in Mexico City. Initially, she detested the chore of cooking. Years later, when her son, Erik, was born, food became a language of love. Cooking became Leticia’s way of expressing love to her family and eventually, everyone in her life.

Upon that realization, her relationship with cooking changed.

Leticia’s mantra: Whatever your mindset when you cook, that is what you will produce. If you cook with stress, your food will reflect that sentiment. If you cook with love, mmm, yes, it will be the best, and that’s true for almost anything one sets out to accomplish.

Coming to the United States 13 years ago, Leticia cooked in another restaurant for nearly a decade. Her cooking was revered and she was encouraged by many to open a restaurant herself.

It was Erik’s confidence and a joint partnership that led them to open Chilango’s Authentic Mexican Restaurante. Along with Leticia’s daughters, Andrea and Jennifer, and daughter-in-law, Tamara Donoso, the restaurant not only had the support of family, but it would provide a way for the family to make a living.

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Cooking out of passion, it’s easy to overlook business operations. The restaurant needed an urgent boost and that’s where chef Jose Malvaez comes in. While Leticia’s family had a dream to come to America, Jose, who is married to Jennifer, had a dream to become a chef in Spain. (The two met in Mexico.)

By all accounts, both Jose and Jennifer were actively realizing their dreams. Separated by an ocean, Jennifer helped to support her family’s restaurant in downtown Lititz, while Jose cooked in Spain. There, he worked at three-star Michelin-rated El Celler de Can Roca in Girona, two-star rated Mugaritz in Errenteria, and two-star Ricard Camarena in València. In case you lost count, that’s three restaurants totaling seven Michelin stars, perhaps the highest-regarded industry accolade worldwide.

Early in 2020, Jose faced a difficult decision: keep his old dream alive or follow a new one and help rescue the family business. Just one month before the pandemic started its march across the world, he chose the latter. Chilango’s brought him and Jennifer together and you can bet his cooking will be full of love.

Citing a chance to help the family and the family business, chef Jose brings operational experience to the restaurant. Both his professionalism and passion for high-quality food is obvious.

Operationally, the restaurant’s sustainability has improved during the pandemic and is better off than it was prior. The restaurant balances using local ingredients with importing food

From left to right:, Andrea Suárez, Chilango’s co-owner Leticia Martinez, chef Jose Malvaez and Jennifer Suárez are pictured in front of their restaurant in downtown Lititz, Chilango’s Authentic Mexican Restaurante.

products from Mexico, so recipes stay true to their roots. Looking to the future, Chef Jose plans to add true Mexican gastronomy to the menu.

TA K E C O M F O R T I N T R A D I T I O N If you’re new to Mexican cuisine (Tex-Mex, hard shell tacos and sour cream don’t count), simply ask for guidance. You’ll discover that Mexican food is not that spicy so much as the flavors are complex, as with the legendary Mexican sauce, the mole. Jennifer and Andrea recommend a meal with a combination of items to learn what you like and experience more food. The rice recipe is their mother’s and the bean recipe is their grandmother’s. Of course, both are made with love.

D I Y TA C O N I G H T Prior to the pandemic, one of Chilango’s signature events was Taco Night. Typically held on a designated Friday night from May through October, the pandemic caused its indefinite postponement

due to state guidelines in the red and yellow phases of reopening the economy. Even the green phase has its limitations.

The work that goes into Chilango’s Taco Night is meritorious and makes the occasion all the more exceptional. Food prep commences on Thursday. Two-hundred pieces of cactus need to be peeled, with their sharp spines removed, a task taking four hours to complete just for one optional (recommended) topping.

On the day of Taco Night, the restaurant operates as normal, while meat prep for the evening event concurrently takes place, removing chef Erik from the roster all day long. Preparation of slow-cooked meats starts around 5 p.m., with the rotisserie heating up around 7:30 p.m. At 10 p.m., the line outside starts to form. For the next three hours, as many as 200 taco fans embrace the tastes of Mexico City. Clean-up concludes by 3 a.m. With no rest for the weary, the staff will be back to work the next morning at 10 a.m.

THIS SUMMER, you can host your own Taco Night at home, free of all the work. Chilango’s offers takeout and catering service, with Taco Tuesday and Thursdays being the best days of the week.

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Jennifer Suárez joins hands with her husband, chef Jose (Pepe) Malvaez. Jennifer dreamed of coming to America, while Jose dreamed of becoming a chef in Spain. Cooking at Michelin-rated restaurants in Spain and separated by an entire ocean, Chilango’s brought them together.

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to schedule an order (last call for pickup is 30 minutes before close). The selection of meats may vary but typically includes pollo (chicken), chorizo (Mexican sausage), carne enchilada (seasoned pork), al pastor (pineapple pork), carne asada (grilled beef tenderloin) and lengua (beef tongue). I have yet to land on a single favorite. Don’t forget cold sodas, fresh limes, cilantro, onions and your choice of salsas.

Chilango’s is located at 56 N. Broad Street in Lititz. For details, visit chilangosinlititz.com or Facebook.

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Begin your visit with a cocktail or other beverage at our lavish bar.

Enjoy fine Asian-fusion cuisine in our dining room or at the sushi bar, where talented chefs will use the freshest ingredients. Blue Pacific also accommodates private parties on-site.

Online ordering and take-out are available. Open for lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday. Closed on Sunday.

LOMBARDO’S RESTAURANT 216 Harrisburg Ave, Lancaster. 717-394-3749. Lombardosrestaurant.com.

Family owned and operated since 1946, Lombardo’s serves beloved Italian recipes and warm hospitality. Newly renovated, Lombardo’s includes a wine room, piano lounge, renovated décor, and good things cooking in the kitchen – including fresh pasta made daily, pizza, and other delicious Italian favorites. See the menu at lombardosrestaurant.com. Group dining facilities are available for business meetings, celebrations, and more.

HONG KONG GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT 1807 Columbia Avenue, Wheatland Shopping Center, Lancaster.

717-394-4336.

Our chefs have been serving Lancaster Countians their favorite entrées for 40 years. To add variety, they are always creating new and exciting specials. Vegetable entrées and children’s menu available. Hours: Sun., 11:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m; closed Mon.; Tues.-Thurs., 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri., 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat., 12-10 p.m.

JOHN WRIGHT RESTAURANT 234 North Front Street, Wrightsville. 717-252-0416.

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John Wright Restaurant is the perfect setting for an intimate date night, family celebration or just getting lost in the view. We welcome wedding ceremonies and receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, birthday parties or any other reason to celebrate. Come in and enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner or our Sunday brunch buffet!

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B L AC K FO R E S T B R E W E RY On the menu: Grilled Vegetable Grain Bowl with an option of adding shrimp, steak tips, pork belly or chicken.

Black Forest Brewery quickly adhered to the takeout and outdoor dining-only phases of reopening earlier this summer. Fortunately, because they share a beautifully landscaped property with the 1777 Americana Bed & Breakfast, there was plenty of space for social distancing.

ROOM WITH a Brew The Black Forest Brewery has become part of the fabric of Ephrata. Located along West Main Street, it’s owned by Bob and Denise Harter, who also operate the 1777 Americana Inn Bed & Breakfast.

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he idea for a craft brewery was conceived when Bob and his sons, Ryan, Ross and Reese, would go backpacking on the Black Forest Trail in Tiadaghton State Forest.

Beer was a favorite topic of discussion among the foursome. Aided by a homebrew kit, Bob and Ryan ultimately began crafting beer in the Harters’ Berks County kitchen.

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her next move after she retired from teaching. Bob, who was a project manager for a financial firm, was also ready for a change.

They envisioned buying a property through which Denise could operate a bed & breakfast and Bob could open a brewery.

Their plans came to fruition in 2014, when the Harters took over a historical property in Ephrata – built in 1777, it was originally owned by tall-case clockmaker Jacob Gorgas – that had been part of the Doneckers community.

ALTHOUGH Black Forest Brewery is housed in a building that was constructed after the Harters purchased the property, its architecture complements the inn. An expansion was completed in March. High ceilings provide the interior of the brewpub with a lofty feel; retractable patio doors deliver an indoor/outdoor connection. The décor features such reclaimed materials as pressed tin on the front of the brewpub’s two bars and “window frames” on the walls.

There’s even a large slate chalkboard from Ephrata’s Highland Elementary School.

“Everything has a bit of history and a story,” Denise says. That includes the heads of Black Forest’s 10 taps that were crafted by the couple’s son, Reese, who operates Make It Grain, a fine carpentry business.

Black Forest has ample indoor and outdoor seating for you to enjoy, including a beautifully landscaped garden patio that Denise says has been popular with guests who range from B&B patrons and local residents to bike riders from the nearby rail trail and visitors to the area. “Our slogan is ‘drink local, walk home,’” says manager Eric Sears, who points out that Black Forest Brewery is only one of two breweries in the state that has a B&B attached to it.

BLACK FOREST’S name and logo pay homage to the place where the idea for the business was conceived. “We often get questions about the logo. It’s the shape of the 42-mile loop Black Forest Trail,” Bob explains.

The name also has an Ephrata connection – the town’s founder, Conrad Beissel, was born and raised in the Black Forest region of Germany. Additionally, Black Forest’s brews are crafted in accordance to the German Beer Purity Law, or the Reinheitsgebot, which limits the ingredients used to brew beer to water, hops, grain and yeast.

Bob is Black Forest’s brewmaster.

Flagship brews include Conrad Kolsch, 42nd Mile IPA and Americana Pale Ale. “We have a gamut of selections from Kolsch to IPA, stout and porter. We’ll also do some different styles of beer based on seasonality; saison is great for the summer,” he notes.

Black Forest has about 110 members in its mug club; their numbered mugs hang by the taps. Craft cocktails, cider from Levengood’s and wine selections from Allegro Winery are also available.

Burgers have become a signature of Black Forest’s menu.

Black Forest’s logo was inspired by one of Bob Harter and his sons’ favorite hiking trails in Tiadaghton State Forest. Beer is made according to the German Beer Purity Law that limits ingredients to water, hops, grain and yeast.

THE MENU features small plates (including fresh seasonal salad and fish and chips); large plates (filet tips, mac & cheese bowl and grilled vegetable grain bowl); shareables (such as Buffalo chicken dip, macho nachos and fried drumsticks); and handhelds (including Black Forest Brewery hot dog, BFB burritos, hot mess cheeseburger and fried chicken sandwich). Weekend specials are also offered.

Eric says the brewpub has become known for its burgers as well as its fries – an appetizer features fries topped with housemade beer cheese, caramelized onions, salsa and bacon. “Our chef, Dave Parsons, is very talented with sauces,” says Denise.

“The sauces he makes for our drumsticks [the Black Forest version of wings] are great – he’s won awards for the black cherry habanero sauce.”

DENISE POINTS out that the brewpub is involved in the community. One community effort entailed a partnership with two other Ephrata craft breweries – St. Boniface and Pour Man’s – to create a special brew, Ale for Trails, to raise funds for Ephrata’s Heatherwood Bike Park.

Black Forest Brewery is located at 301 W. Main St., Ephrata (behind the 1777 Americana Inn Bed & Breakfast). Hours are Wednesday and Thursday, 4-9 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 12-9 p.m., and Sunday, 12-5 p.m. For more information, call 717450-7217 or visit blackforestbrewery.net, Instagram and Facebook.

The new addition merges the indoor area with the outdoors.

Pictured are (left to right): Eric Sears, bar manager, Denise Harter, owner, and Dave Parsons, chef.

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1147 Lititz Pike, Lancaster. 717-394-7975. Stockyardinn.com.

The Stockyard Inn is a Lancaster County tradition of dining excellence. Built in 1750, the original Inn was once owned by President James Buchanan.

Specializing in prime rib, steak (cut in-house) and fresh seafood. Business meetings and private party facilities available. Rts. 501 & 222 S. – 1/4 mile south of Rt. 30 By-pass.

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Founded in 1954, Brandt’s is now owned and operated by Herman and Susan Zeager. Brandt’s offers the Elizabethtown area the customer service of a simpler time, while managing the products of the future - from their line of Kalmbach feeds to the robotic automower from Husqvarna.

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Galebach’s Floor Finishing, founded in 1924, is the oldest floor finishing company in Lancaster County. We specialize in residential wood floor refinishing and have extensive experience with historic restorations. Our dust containment system keeps your home as clean as possible while our workers are on-site sanding and finishing. (#PA019030)

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Consistently voted one of the BEST consignment shops in Lancaster County year after year, Next to New Fine Clothing Consignment has something for everyone’s style, taste & budget. This one-stop shop, with more than 38 years of experience, offers women’s apparel, shoes, accessories, jewelry & more. Sizes 0-Plus. Open Mon.-Wed. & Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sunday.

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HAIR & NAIL CARE ATTITUDES HAIR & NAIL SALON 798A New Holland Avenue, Lancaster. 717-295-0836.

For over 20 years, our mission is helping you LOVE your hair and nails! We specialize in trendy and traditional hair design, refreshing color, brightening highlights and perms for added style. Rejuvenate your hands and feet with relaxing manicures and pedicures. THANK YOU for trusting us to help you look and feel your best and voting us ‘Among the Best’ salons in 2019. Call us to schedule your appointment.

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At Comfort Keepers, we have a unique way of providing in-home care called Interactive Caregiver. It is a care philosophy focused on engaging clients physically, emotionally, socially and mentally to improve one’s quality of life. “People Helping People - Where we care for our employees as much as our clients.” Owner: Jean Engard.

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P L U M B I N G & H VAC HALDEMAN MECHANICAL INC. Founded in 1939, Haldeman Mechanical Inc. has been providing plumbing, heating, cooling and water conditioning services to residential and light commercial customers for three generations. We are a certified Rheem ProPartner offering sales and 24-hour service as well as service agreements to keep your equipment running at peak efficiency.

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R E A L E S TAT E LUSK & ASSOCIATES SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY Anne Lusk represents the area’s finest properties and gives unmatched customer service for all your real estate needs from start to finish, ensuring a smooth transaction every time. Call Anne and her team at 717-291-9101, or stop by her office at 100 Foxshire Drive, Lancaster, PA 17601. Annelusk.com.

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Offering superior real estate service to anyone relocating to or moving within the garden spot of Lancaster County. The people of Mountain Realty, LLC are extremely knowledgeable about the county and would love to share their expertise. You will find them pleasant and friendly, but totally professional.

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COVID DREAMS

PHOTO AND TEXT BY SETH DOCHTER

Have you noticed a change in your dreams in 2020? If so, you are certainly not alone. The coronavirus pandemic left people with extra time on their hands and many took advantage of it by sleeping. Having extra time to sleep combined with the stress and anxiety of the situation created a rather interesting worldwide phenomenon called COVID dreams.

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these uncertain times, one Sleep Standards survey of 1,000 Americans showed more than 87% reporting an increase of vivid and unusual dreaming since the pandemic began. A quick search for #idreamofcovid on Twitter reveals a lengthy list of posts on the subject from around the globe.

In March, Assistant Professor Deirdre Barrett, Ph.D. of the Harvard Medical School, who is known for her work on nightmares and disturbing dreams affected by trauma among combat veterans, former prisoners of war and 9/11 first responders, released an online survey to collect information about the dreams of people living through the coronavirus pandemic. Among the thousands of dreams reported in Barrett’s survey, nightmares about bugs top the list.

Some believe this may be a visual metaphor connected to our use of the slang “bugs” when referring to viruses.

“Dreams can be kind of pun-like in using visual images for words” says Barrett, whose work previously revealed an increase in dreams, nightmares and other sleep disturbances in the wake of the 9/11 attacks.

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This is a common trend in times of disaster and trauma. However, in our current situation, the coronavirus has often been labeled our “invisible enemy.” As such, we lack a solid visual manifestation for the virus as we had in the aftermath of 9/11.

DREAM INTERPRETATION is woven throughout our ancient cultures as far back as the Sumerians. Thanks to modern brain-scanning technology, there is a clearer understanding of what our brains are doing while we sleep. They appear to reflect on what emotionally impacts us the most while we are awake. Neuroscientists view dreams as part of a process of reviewing and processing our short-term memories from the day to convert the most important parts into longterm memories.

All of these factors contribute to the intensity of dreams during the pandemic.

But, what is making them so vivid? Dreaming is most active during the REM (rapid eye movement) stage of sleep. This stage alternates with four non-REM stages about every 90 minutes or so. The longer you sleep, the longer the REM stages last each cycle.

If you happen to awaken during a non-

REM stage, your dreams will be lost forever.

However, during the pandemic shutdown, people were sleeping longer and waking up more naturally, without an alarm. This allowed dreamers to wake up during the longer-lasting and more intense REM cycles towards the end of their sleep. Even then, if you’re keeping a dream journal, you only have about 10 minutes to write down your dreams before they begin to fade.

THE BOTTOM LINE is if you’ve been experiencing vivid dreams or nightmares, you can take comfort in the notion that it’s just another aspect of being #AloneTogether during these trying times. Here’s hoping you have sweet dreams in the near future.

SETH DOCHTER is the owner of Dochter Digital Media and shares his images of Lancaster County through amishroadshow. com., as well as various social-media sites. He is also completing the certification process to become a Google Trusted Independent Photographer. In September 2014, he was named the winner of Lancaster’s first Instagram contest.

Seth and his family live in East Earl.

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