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Creative Collaboration

Kevin Lehman’s creative talents paired with Stacy Martin’s horticultural expertise make for a magical garden that only eight years ago was an expanse of green grass.

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8. Event-Full

May is blooming with events!

Uptown & Down

Michael Upton visits Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, where Lancaster resident, Kirk Trasborg, serves as the CFO.

32. Life of a Party

Jill Brown takes you to a Fasching Party, Lancaster-style. The party’s hosts shared Karneval traditions through décor, the menu and a fiery conclusion.

46. Foodographer

Jordan Bush visits Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. The museum is home to the Heirloom Seed Project, whose volunteers have been busy preparing for May’s annual Herb & Garden Faire.

50. Table for Two

Rochelle Shenk visits 401 Prime, where Happy Hour exemplifies the comeback this tradition has made since being discontinued due to the pandemic.

56. Neighbors

It’s prom season! George Deibel visited Solanco High School, where nine students took part in the “Mr. Solanco” pageant to raise money for the school’s post-prom party.

12. Explore Lititz

Lititz is not only a great place to visit, but it’s also a wonderful place to live!

Summer

Embrace

Fish sculpture by John Morrow

Jordan Bush photographed the clay-and-glass tree that Kevin Lehman began creating when he

a student at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. It’s

the focal point of an area of the backyard at the home Kevin shares with Stacy Martin.

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Event-full MAY IS in Bloom

It’s that glorious time of the year! The weather is perfect, gardens are blooming with spring flowers, rhubarb and strawberries are in season, the school year is in its final stretch and Memorial Day is just around the corner. If that’s not enough to keep you busy, events fill the calendar (visit lancastercountymag.com for a full list). June’s events will appear online later in May.

PA Family Travel Fair

May 3

Spooky Nook

It came as a surprise to the staff at the publication, Where & When Pennsylvania, that many local residents aren’t aware of the many great places there are to visit in their own state. So they decided to bring the state to Lancaster! The PA Family Travel Fair is a free, family-friendly event designed to bring Pennsylvania destinations and attractions together in one location so that families can learn about the amazing vacation and getaway opportunities there are in the Keystone state! Come and meet representatives of fantastic destinations, pick up lots of free information and, there’s fun and entertainment for the kids, too. Exhibitors will have raffle drawings for passes to attractions, family getaways and more! 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 75 Champ Blvd., Manheim. Information: Pafamilytravel.com

Spring Artwalk

May 3 & 4

Downtown Lancaster

Experience the vibrant art scene in Downtown Lancaster, as galleries, studios and open-air exhibits bloom with creativity. Meet local artists, enjoy live demonstrations and discover the stories behind stunning works of art. Whether you’re an art lover or just curious, this event provides inspiration and discovery. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, 12-4 p.m. Information: lancastercityart.com

United Disability Services

Diamond Jubilee Gala

May 8

Lancaster County Convention Center

The UDS Annual Gala raises critically needed funds to support UDS’s mission to provide personal care and support

services for people with physical and age-related disabilities and mobility issues. Services enhance clients’ independence and enrich their lives, along with the lives of their families, caregivers and the community. The event will include a cocktail reception, a Fireside Chat with special guests Saquon Barkley and Dave Spadero of the Philadelphia Eagles, a seated dinner, auctions and a wine pull. 5:30 p.m. 25 S. Queen St., Lancaster. Information: UDservices.org

Bird Walk for Beginners

May 10

Flory Park

The Lancaster County Bird Club invites fledgling bird watchers to learn about bird identification and using binoculars and mobile apps as you delve into one of the most popular hobbies in America. 8 a.m. Clark Pavilion off Greenland Dr. Other birding opportunities include:

Warbler Walks (open to the public) on May 3 at Chickies Rock County Park, 7 a.m.; Middle Creek, 7 a.m.; and Pumping Station Rd., 8 a.m. May 4 at Northwest River Trail, 7:30 a.m. Field Trips will be held May 10 at Muddy Run, 7 a.m. May 11 at Millport Conservancy, 7 a.m. May 17 at Susquehannock State Park, 7 a.m. Information: Lancasterbirdclub.org

Make-A-Wish Mother’s Day Truck Convoy

May 10

Manheim Pennsylvania Auto Auction Celebrating its 36th anniversary this year,

the beloved event, which grew out of a single wish, draws hundreds of big-rig trucks and thousands of spectators, both at the family carnival and along the convoy route. The free family carnival (9 a.m.2 p.m.) features games, entertainment and local food trucks. The official start of the convoy begins at 1:30 p.m. The event celebrates current and former wish kids, while raising money to grant more wishes to children with critical illnesses. 1190 Lancaster Rd., Manheim. Note: this year’s event moves to Saturday of Mother’s Day weekend. Information: wishconvoy.org

Gyrofest

May 17

Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church

This spring event features authentic Greek food and pastries. The menu includes gyros, a platter (a gyro, two pieces of spanakopita and a Greek salad), Greek pastries and desserts. Preorder online and pick up your order in the drive-through lanes from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. A third of proceeds will be donated to various philanthropic organizations that benefit the Lancaster community. 64 Hershey Ave., Lancaster. Information: annunciationorthodox.org

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Baron Brew Fest

May 17

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May 17

Root’s Country Market & Auction

The spring edition of one of Lancaster’s favorite shows will welcome a selection of juried artists, craftspeople and vendors from Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (rain/shine) 705 Greystone Rd., Manheim. Information: Hlcshow.com

Back for its third year, this event offers something for every palate – beer, wine, mead, cider, spirits and more. Dozens of breweries, wineries and distilleries will be represented. Products can be purchased to go. Food trucks will be participating, as well. Live music will be provided. Tickets required. Must be 21+ to attend, ID required. 3-6 p.m. (rain/shine). Market Square. Information: lovemanheim.com/brewfest

Chicken BBQ

May 24

Bird-in-Hand

Cooked slowly and deliciously seasoned, this moist and tender chicken has a taste of its own! This is a take-out only event. Menu includes half a BBQ chicken with Meadowcreek seasoning, applesauce, chips, pickles, roll/butter, drink and homemade whoopie pie. Chicken-only is also an option. All proceeds benefit the Hand-in-Hand Fire Company, an all-volunteer fire company that serves East Lampeter Township. 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. (or sold out). 313 Enterprise Dr., Birdin-Hand. Information: bihfire.com

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Uptown & Down and all around

Adding Up the Azaleas

BY MICHAEL C. UPTON

Kirk Trasborg pushes numbers at Winterthur, the former home of Henry Francis du Pont. His office is literally located in du Pont’s former bedroom in a “smaller” 50-room house on the New Castle County, Delaware, estate. Upon meeting him, I had to know how a New Yorker, who lives in Lancaster, became the Chief Financial Officer of one of the country’s most prestigious properties.

Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library’s CFO, Kirk Trasborg, is pictured on the Du Pont Dining Room Porch, which overlooks the estate’s East Terrace. Winterthur photo.

Atits core, Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library is a premier museum of American decorative arts. According to Winterthur’s website, the museum, which is housed in the 175-room mansion that was the residence of du Pont and his family, is home to an unparalleled collection of 90,000 objects that range in style from the simplicity of Shaker design to the opulence of 18th-century craftsmanship. Through the museum, Winterthur carries on du Pont’s goal of creating spaces in which his visitors would be immersed in beauty, as well as history.

The collection of fine art includes works by America’s greatest early painters, as well as newly discovered objects that are understood to be the work of enslaved individuals.

Du Pont’s interest in horticulture is evidenced in the 1,000-acre estate’s protected meadows, woodlands, ponds, waterways and a 60-acre garden he designed in collaboration with Marian Cruger Coffin, who took charge of the more formal parts of the garden (Reflecting Pool, East Terrace, Glade Garden and the Sundial Garden), while du Pont oversaw the more naturalized wild-garden areas. Du Pont was awarded a Garden Club of America Medal of Honor for the project.

“I sincerely hope that the Museum will be a continuing source of inspiration and education for all time, and that the gardens and grounds will of themselves be a country place museum where visitors may enjoy, as I have, not only the flowers, trees and shrubs but also the sunlit meadows, shady wood paths, and the peace and great calm of a country place which has been loved and taken care of for three generations.”

- H. F. du Pont

The extensive research library makes Winterthur an important center for the study of American art and culture. Because of du Pont’s commitment to preserving American cultural heritage through the museum and library, he was awarded honorary degrees from Williams College (doctorate in humanities, 1957); Yale University (doctorate in humanities, 1953); and the University of Delaware (doctor of law, 1954).

“TODAY, WE HAVE graduate programs with the University of

Here: Walking paths are flanked by stunning displays of azaleas in the aptly named Azalea Woods, which happens to be Kirk’s favorite place at Winterthur. Becca Mathias photo.

Below: Kurume azaleas, Spanish bluebells and dogwoods greet visitors to Azalea Woods at this time of the year. Lois Mauro photo.

Delaware,” says Kirk of the programs that focus on art preservation and conservation, as well as the study of American objects and artifacts. He hopes to extend this educational reach into the art-centric world of Lancaster. “Lancaster is a really neat community from the arts perspective,” he observes. “Artists here have a bit of grit to them and an entrepreneurial spirit, and I would love to be able to bring that spirit over to Winterthur.”

Behind the Numbers

“My big focus is on having the money to support the mission, run the place, put on programs, and care for the estate,” Kirk says of his role as Winterthur’s CFO.

Beyond educational programs, Winterthur offers more than 100 events and special tours each year. Some past events that were well received included a year-long salute to Downton Abbey; one focused on Jacqueline Kennedy (the First lady appointed du Pont the chairman of the 12-member Fine Arts Committee for the White House); and an exhibit of fashions from Black designer, Ann Lowe.

The public is welcome to attend special presentations that range from birding to wine events and artisan workshops. Members enjoy yoga classes in the gardens, guided walks and special shopping days. Story times, seasonal and holiday gatherings, and the new Eco Explorers program allow children to be active at Winterthur.

THERE IS A LOT to do … and manage! “Would you believe, we bought a fire truck recently?” says Kirk, rather off the cuff. The proclamation took me by surprise, but when he told me Winterthur employs its own fire chief and EMT staff to cover 1,000 acres that include 25 miles of paths and trails, 10 miles of roads and 118 buildings, I understood why a fire truck is a perfectly reasonable expenditure. Also, approximately 50 people reside at Winterthur, including essential workers like an electrician and the fire chief. “We are out here in the woods, and it could be 15 to 20 minutes before we get a fire department response. We can at least keep things under control until we get some help,” he explains. In addition to the fire truck, the property is home to a fleet of 50 vehicles.

Winterthur even has its own zip code: 19735. The operation consists of 200 full-time and 200 part-time employees. Volunteers are also integral to the operation of Winterthur.

Building repairs cost an average of $2 million each year. The du Pont endowment accounts for hundreds of millions of dollars, of which only four to five percent can be utilized per year in order to ensure Winterthur’s longevity.

“Du Pont opened the property up to the public and he left a good amount of money to keep it open. My job is to manage those funds,” Kirk notes. Visitation, food and beverage sales, and more than 50 weddings and corporate retreats that take place annually provide much of the

Clockwise from left:

The Du Pont Dining Room at Winterthur. Winterthur photo. Winterthur offers many child-friendly activities, including the new Eco Explorers program. Enchanted Summer Day will be held June 14 in the Enchanted Woods area. The family-friendly event features music, crafts and historical games. Suchat Pederson photo.

Winterthur’s Artisan Market (July 18-20) will feature 100plus vendors. Bob Leitch photo.

Winterthur’s Peony Garden blooms in May. Through the garden, du Pont paid tribute to Dr. Percy A. Saunders, one of the great peony hybridizers of the 20th century. Bob Leitch photo. Next up in the Wine Through Winterthur series is Midsummer Sip & Stroll on June 21. This experience features seasonal wines and local artisanal cheese perfectly paired to enhance the beauty of June in bloom at Winterthur. Bob Leitch photo.

Almost Unknown, The AfricAmerican Picture Gallery

May 3-January 4

Inspired by an 1859 essay written by a free Black journalist and educator named William J. Wilson, Almost Unknown, The Afric-American Picture Gallery takes visitors on a tour of Wilson’s imagined gallery of drawings, paintings, sculptures and objects that represent Black life in the United States and across the Diaspora, as interpreted by curator and historian, Dr. Jonathan Michael Square, assistant professor of Black visual culture at Parsons School of Design.

Winterthur will be using objects from the collections to represent Wilson’s displays. These include a silhouette attributed to Moses Williams, the portrait of George Washington and his family painted by Edward Savage, and copies of Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin and Phillis Wheatley’s Poems on Various Subjects, among others.

The exhibition extends beyond the gallery walls and features books that will be displayed in the library and an exclusive tour of selected objects in the house. Through this multifaceted presentation, the exhibition not only brings Wilson’s envisioned gallery to life, but also sheds light on stories that have long been overlooked in American museums and history.

income for Winterthur. Another big moneymaker is the annual Pointto-Point Steeplechase event, which will take place May 4 and features steeplechase racing, tailgating, food and fashion. Other signature events include the Artisan Market (July 1820, with 100-plus vendors), and the Delaware Antiques Show (November 7-9, at the Chase Center, Wilmington). Other operating revenue is made possible through the generosity of corporations, foundations and individual donors who help support education, expanded programming, and key environmental and landscape stewardship initiatives.

Surprisingly, only about 150,000 visitors make their way to Winterthur every year – opposed to the millionplus who visit another nearby du Pont property, Longwood Gardens. “It’s really a hidden gem. We are not just a garden, there are so many different things, including a certified old growth forest,” Kirk comments.

Roots

“I GREW UP IN a part of New York City that many New York City residents

do not consider part of New York City, Staten Island. I’m from the part of the city where Pete Davidson and the Wu-Tang Clan are from,” Kirk points out. An academic scholarship to York College of Pennsylvania brought him to this area. “Staten Island is a little mix of city and country, so I felt very comfortable here [in Pennsylvania],” he notes.

After graduating with degrees in accounting, behavioral science, and information systems, Kirk stayed in York for over a decade. He made the move across the Susquehanna when his wife became an administrator in the Conestoga Valley School District. When the Winterthur opening “popped up” on Kirk’s LinkedIn feed, he submitted his résumé for what he viewed as a new and exciting opportunity.

“There are so many things going on at Winterthur, with some really great people,” Kirk reports. His commute to work is a little over an hour’s drive each day, but he takes scenic Route 896

most of the way. Nearly every morning he makes a stop at Crossroads Café in Quarryville. “I’ll stop and pick up doughnuts and bring them into the office,” he says, but admits there is one thing Lancaster County has yet to satisfy in his life: pizza. So, his dining habits in Lancaster City center around visits to Lombardo’s (Italian language classes were standard at his Staten Island grade school) and chasing down great burgers at Cabalar and Double C. On Wednesdays he is throwing axes in a league at Meduseld Meadery.

As for his favorite part of Winterthur, it is definitely the Azalea Woods, which date back to du Pont’s 1917 purchase of Japanese Kurume azaleas. “It is just a beautiful place to visit … and work,” he says.

Winterthur is located at 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur, Delaware. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m., TuesdaySunday. For more information, visit Winterthur.org.

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BYSUELONG|PHOTOGRAPHY

BY JORDAN BUSH

What had been a catchall space that was defined by an expanse of grass and a cutting garden has been transformed into a shady sitting area that features a stone patio, a water garden, a firepit, a greenhouse, a revolving display of floral color and Kevin’s art that ranges from a large installation to the side table and plant containers.

Kevin Lehman, the founder and director of the Lancaster Creative Factory, has always enjoyed the creative process, most notably the way it evolves. That’s especially evident at the home he shares with Stacy Martin, where his creativity is a perfect match with her horticultural expertise.

Kevin recognized his creative calling early on. As a sixth grader in the Eastern Lancaster County School District, he was given the opportunity to work on a pottery wheel by his art teacher, Steve Lewis. “Well, I’m doing that!” he remembers of making the instantaneous decision about the direction his life would take from a career perspective. He furthered those plans by taking art classes at Garden Spot High School, where any spare moments he had during the school day would be spent working on pottery projects. Kevin’s next stop was Millersville University, followed by the University of the Arts (Philadelphia), where he earned his Master of Fine Arts degree. In 2002, he leased the former Posey Iron Works facility from Lancaster City and launched Kevin Lehman Pottery.

Lancaster Creative Factory

Kevin’s ever-expanding creative pursuits and a growing connection to the community prompted him to refocus the mission of Kevin Lehman Pottery, which relaunched in 2009 as Lancaster Creative Factory. The goal was to “cultivate creativity” and utilize it to “encourage problem-solving, connection, and transformation” with the ultimate goal being “a happy, healthy community.” The repertoire of classes extended to pottery, ceramics, glass and painting. A gallery showcases the work of on-site artisans.

Community connections are established on the local level as well as further afield. For example, in April, Lancaster Creative Factory once

again was the site of the Empty Bowls event for which area artisans create hundreds of bowls that are then selected (as keepsakes) by guests to hold soup and other items donated by local restaurants. The international initiative, whose goal is to fight hunger issues, operates on a local level through events such as the one that was held at Lancaster Creative Factory, with proceeds benefiting Meals on Wheels of Lancaster.

Workshops bring in creative talents from other areas. Next month, Sarah Wells Rolland, of Ashville, North Carolina, will be in Lancaster to conduct workshops on June 7 and 8. She is the owner of Village Pottery, which was destroyed by Hurricane Helene last fall. Proceeds from the workshops will help to support ongoing relief efforts in western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee.

KEVIN IS PARTICULARLY PROUD of the work Lancaster Creative Factory carries out with the Lancaster County Youth Intervention Center, which oversees detention and shelter programs as part of the youth justice system. The Center’s mission to provide detainees and unsheltered youths with a secure, safe and structured environment extends to programs such as Lancaster Creative Factory’s award-winning ArtSmart. “We’ve been working with them since 2011,” says Kevin. “We’re there twice a week.” From a personal perspective, Kevin says it’s rewarding to work with underserved kids who, at the outset, tend to be withdrawn and untrusting but once their creative juices are flowing, experience breakthroughs that are evidenced by enthusiasm for what they are accomplishing. One project is ongoing and entails a mural. “It’s a transient population,” Kevin notes. “So, we came up with the idea that the mural would never be finished. Instead, it’s always evolving, as different people bring in new ideas and dynamics.”

Other projects challenge students to handle the entire process – design, redesign and execution. “It’s exciting to watch,” Kevin says of the problemsolving lessons the students learn

through the creative process. Residents of the facility’s shelter take part in individualized field trips to Lancaster Creative Factory, where they can engage in art projects. “Art leads to bigger ideas,” Kevin says of exposing his charges to possibilities they never dreamed of pursuing.

Lancaster Creative Factory also works with the population at the other end of the age spectrum. “We go to the eight centers that are operated by the Office of the Aging,” Kevin notes. “We have also been providing them with online classes since 2021. It’s been popular with older people. Some of them are doing really nice work,” he adds.

Kevin is also expanding Lancaster Creative Factory’s reach beyond the city. Lancaster Creative Factory now maintains a presence in Columbia, where the second floor of Kettle Works is home to the Switchboard Studios & Gallery, which is described as a “place for artists, wordsmiths and musicians to collaborate.” It’s also becoming a hub for community organizations. Monthly/themed gallery

exhibits operate on an open-call basis.

The studio known as Columbia Creative Factory is overseen by Mychal LaVia, who also teaches at Lancaster Creative Factory and is part of the faculty for the Youth Intervention Center projects. Classes are held in Columbia, as well (a recent clay class was devoted to creating Spirit Houses). Switchboard is open during Kettle Works’ regular hours. Switchboardstudiosandgallery.com

Speaking of Columbia, Kevin worked with children to design some installations that can be seen along the Northwest Lancaster County River Trail. “They provided the ideas, and we took them and created installations,” he recalls.

As for the Garden …

You might equate Kevin and Stacy’s garden to the mural at the Youth Intervention Center, as it’s always evolving. Over the course of eight years, what had been a sea of green grass and a few trees has been transformed into a natural palette that blooms with color from early spring

to late fall. “I plant through the season to ensure that something’s always in bloom,” says Stacy, who puts a greenhouse to use to get a jumpstart on the growing season. “It’s definitely not a planned look,” she says.

Pathways lead to gallery-like displays of creativity. Kevin has been creating art for his and Stacy’s garden for as long as he can remember … even before they became a twosome.

“I’ll start something and before I know it, I’m on to something else,” he explains. “It may take me some time, but I always come back to a project.”

Such was the case with the clay-andglass tree that now creates a wow effect in a part of the backyard that, according to Stacy, was in need of something special. “I started working on that in Philadelphia,” Kevin recalls.

“My dad and I hauled it back to Lancaster,” where it was put out of sight and out of mind at the studio.

When Kevin became adept at creating glass art, the tree benefited.

So, what happened to it between then and now? Along the way (2010) Kevin made the acquaintance of

Stacy’s She Shed solved another problem area in which nothing would grow. Inspired by English Summer Houses, Kevin built the structure while Stacy found repurposed items (opposite) such as the windows, doors and furnishings.

More of Kevin’s handiwork: Here, glass pond balls that float in the water gardens and (below), containers he made to hold plants, herbs and trees.

Jim Showers, whose gardens in Elizabethtown exuded creativity and attracted visitors by the busloads. “Jim had a cool garden, so I asked if I could install the tree there,” Kevin says. Soon, the two were collaborating on other items, with Jim creating an outdoor gallery to which Kevin could send interested clients. They also hosted several special “By the Light of the Moon” events to demonstrate how art can take a garden to another level. When Jim unexpectedly passed away three years ago, Kevin was faced with the task of removing everything he had created from the property.

Most of the pieces found a home on Kevin and Stacy’s property. The tree was updated with more glass, as well as metal leaves that were provided by Jim and Kevin’s good friend, metal artist John Morrow.

Another addition to the garden that was 10 years in the making is the arched lighting fixture whose design was inspired by the plant, Solomon’s seal. “I’d work on it and then walk away from it,” Kevin says. “I knew what I wanted to achieve but I wasn’t sure how to do it.” Fortunately, John Morrow provided the missing link with large metal leaves that travel the length of the “stem.” It was installed last spring. Kevin calls the results “functional and fun” and loves how it gracefully frames the view looking west.

STACY HAS GOTTEN to know Kevin’s work habits all too well. When she needs something for the garden, Stacy knows she can go to Lancaster Creative Factory, poke around and leave with a find. “I can usually find something,” she says of Kevin’s propensity to make something, forget about it and move on to something else.

Kevin continues to dabble in creating art for gardens. The glass balls that float in the ponds are his work, as are the containers that hold flowers, herbs and trees. He also provides containers to a senior living community that contracted him for such services. “I’d like to do more garden-related art,” he says of finding the time to pursue it. He also shares

that because his work and interests vary, boredom is never an issue. “My mind is always working,” he says.

Problem Solving

Over the past two years, Stacy and Kevin have been tweaking their outdoor spaces in order to find solutions for problem areas and put them to better use. The clay-and-glass tree solved the issue of a long and narrow area that is framed by trees, arborvitae and berry vines. “There was nothing to focus on, it was just a tunnel-like expanse. Now, when you come up the driveway, your eye is drawn to it,” Stacy says of the 12-foothigh installation.

An area behind the garage had been used as a sort of catchall, as it held a cutting garden, a greenhouse and a small grassy sitting area. “It was just kind of a dead area,” Stacy comments. “But it had shade going for it.” Her vision was to transform it into a secret garden. “It needed to provide us with a reason to go back there,” she explains. She began by replacing the grass and cutting garden with a stone patio. She also created a small pond (thus, providing a soothing sound) and added a fire pit. It’s surrounded by plants, trees and Kevin’s art. “It’s just a nice place to sit and enjoy nature,” she says.

The latest project Stacy and Kevin tackled is a She Shed, a term that seems to have evolved lately into such descriptives as a Reading Shed, Outdoor Library and other variations. Stacy’s shed makes its home in another “dead spot” in the garden. “That area of the yard is bordered by a huge maple tree that sucks up all the water,” Stacy notes. “Nothing would grow there.” Just when she admitted defeat, the idea of installing a She Shed occurred to Stacy.

She knew exactly what it would look like. A devoted fan of English horticulturist, Monty Don, whose television shows can be viewed/ streamed in the U.S., she became enamored of the English tradition of Summer Houses, which no doubt helped to inspire the She Shed on this

side of the pond. The small structures became fashionable on estate properties during the 16th and 17th centuries. By the 18th century they were being installed in the backyards of city properties and eventually became required additions to middle class homes. Modern Summer Houses essentially provide a restful place from which to enjoy the garden or entertain guests. Designs range from utilitarian to classic architectural styles.

Stacy decided to keep the design of her shed rather simple, hence it’s devoid of electric and water.

Flooring is composed of pavers, which Stacy installed. Kevin built the shed. Repurposing came into play, as Stacy found old windows at Cornfields Primitives & Décor in New Holland, which she had repaired and repainted. The inclusion of double entry doors materialized when she was visiting her friend, Carolyn Hess, and shared she was looking for doors. Carolyn had an idea: she had doors from an old church in Leola that had been languishing in her basement for 40 years (they are estimated to date from the late 1880s, early 1900s). They were perfect! Jason Lichty of Leola Stained Glass took on the job of replacing glass that was missing. The door was also in need of a handle, and Stacy located the solution at Renninger’s in Adamstown. “I needed something with impact, and this was perfect, plus it was made by a company in Reading,” she reports.

Inside, the shed is furnished with finds from sources such as Wayfair, Cornfields Primitives & Décor and Vintage & Co. in Silver Spring. She also did some DIY projects including creating the daybed.

The updates were completed just in time for a Berks County garden club to visit last year. “We had 200 people come through,” says Stacy. “Someone told me the club has been doing tours for 30 years, and our garden was the best they’ve seen. That was very flattering to hear.”

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A project that was 10 years in the making: an arching lighting fixture inspired by the plant, Solomon’s seal. Metal artist, John Morrow, helped Kevin with the finishing touches.

Plants such as Mexican feather grass are some of the unusual plants found in the gardens.

Stacy is steadily replacing the lawn at the front of the house with gardens. Last summer, the gardens bloomed with orlaya (aka white lace flower), a low-maintenance annual that attracts pollinators.

Kevin began creating the tree while studying in Philadelphia. He later added glass branches to it. The tree stood in the late Jim Showers’ garden until three years ago, at which time Kevin updated it with more glass and placed it on his property.

Kevin Lehman and Stacy Martin have transformed a typical, grass-filled subdivision lot into an artistic and horticultural wonderland.

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FASCHINGFEST, Lancaster-style!

Two Lancaster couples with German-Austrian ancestries whisked away the winter doldrums with a nod to their European roots – and paid homage to Karneval season!

BY JILL BROWN

PHOTOS BY JULIE LIZ PHOTOGRAPHY

Justwhen cabin fever reached its peak and we couldn’t abide another cold, gray day, the Saturday before Lent offered a reason for 50 friends to gather for a unique celebration involving fasnachts, forgiveness and flames.

Seven years ago, as Paul Fulmer’s interest in his GermanAustrian ancestry grew, so did his

desire to become fluent in German. Luckily, the commercial real estate executive and broker and his wife, Liz, shared a friendship with Viki Yaeger, a Lancaster resident who spent much of her youth in Austria, attending boarding school, visiting her grandmother at her Villach vacation home in southern Austria, and eventually teaching English on a Fulbright Scholarship. The “bilingual by culture” Viki Murphy married Henry Yaeger and returned to Lancaster. But the festive sights, sounds and flavors of the pre-Lenten Karneval season in Europe remained as fond memories for Viki.

FOUR YEARS AGO, the two couples decided to share their interests in the German-Austrian

Karneval’s traditions with a Lancaster Fasching Party – a house party held at the Fulmers’ home that introduced guests to some of the unique forms of celebration in the days before Lent, culminating in what we know as Fat Tuesday, or more locally, Fasnacht Day.

The house party has now become a treasured tradition among the Fulmers’ and Yaegers’ friends.

Authentically Austrian-German in décor and food, the evening features a unique Bavarian custom – the burning of the nubbel.

Picture a straw-stuffed mannequin, dressed in a flannel shirt and jeans, seated on a wooden chair. He is the nubbel, and he represents the sins and misdeeds that have occurred

Arriving

Signage willkommened guests.

Flags bearing the crests (or wappen) of the Fulmers’ ancestral regions within Germany and Austria stood guard beside the nubbel.

The beverage offerings included German wines.

The desk at which guests could fill out “confession” slips included the story behind the tradition of burning the nubbel.

A station acquainted guests with the evening’s menu and provided a taste of bratwurst.

The colorful invitation announced the 4th annual Fasching Party.

Décor included images of traditional Fasching festivities with Paul and Liz’s faces photoshopped in.

during the previous year. Guests are asked to write their transgressions on papers during the party, which are then collected into a bag, affixed to the nubbel’s hand, and set ablaze in the backyard, thus erasing one’s misdeeds and starting anew.

The fiery focal point is the party’s version of a Rhineland tradition in which the nubbel is hung in the town’s square for days, presiding over parades, rambunctious behavior by costumed citizens and a community-

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guests were greeted by the flags of the United States, Austria, Germany and Switzerland.

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Heirloom Seeds

THE HEIRLOOM SEED PROJECT AT LANDIS VALLEY VILLAGE & FARM MUSEUM

Rooted in Heritage

TEXT AND PHOTOGRAPHS BY JORDAN BUSH

Seeds

Held annually on Mother’s Day weekend, Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum’s Herb & Garden Faire draws visitors from far and wide. The twoday event is an opportunity to buy rare and unique plants grown by the museum’s Heirloom Seed Project, as well as from outside vendors. This year is a source of pride at Landis Valley, as the museum is not only celebrating its 100th year, but also the 40th anniversary of the Heirloom Seed Project.

A Little History

It’s because of brothers George and Henry Landis that Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum exists. Descendants of German settlers who made their way to Lancaster in the early 1700s, the brothers recognized the significance of their cultural heritage and began collecting Pennsylvania German objects from the 18th and 19th centuries, eventually amassing a collection that included more than 75,000 items. They displayed their finds in a small museum they launched on the family homestead in 1925. The state acquired the museum in 1953 and, as they say, the rest is history. It is now the museum’s mission to continue the work of the Landis brothers, as it strives to “collect, conserve, exhibit and interpret Pennsylvania German material culture and heritage” relating to the period 1750-1940.

The Seed Library Mission

Not so long ago, everyone leaned on horticulture to survive, growing plants for sustenance, animal feed and fabric. Landis Valley’s Heirloom Seed Project

is part of the seed library tradition that exists worldwide, each established with a specialized mission.

One of the more famous seed libraries is maintained by the Seed Savers Exchange in Decorah, Iowa, which collects heirloom seeds and makes them available through its catalog. What started as an effort to preserve family seeds brought from Bavaria in 1870, then turned into a simple seed swap, eventually growing into a farm and print catalog for growing heirloom garden seeds. Other ventures include the USDA’s National Laboratory for Genetic Resources Preservation at Colorado State University, whose roots date to the Organic Act of 1862. Yet another is the Svalbard Global Seed Vault in Norway, which serves as a backup for food crops lost in catastrophic global events such as natural disasters, war, accidents or mismanagement.

The Heirloom Seed Project at Landis Valley was founded in 1985 as an extension of the museum’s dedication to Pennsylvania German cultural heritage. Part of a living history museum’s purpose is showcasing the processes, tools and equipment that comprised the lifestyles and foodways of a time and place.

“What they didn’t have were the seeds that were grown,” recalls Ellyn Nolt, who manages the Heirloom Seed Project. “A call was put out to the public asking, ‘What seeds have you been passing down in your family for generations? Would you give us some?’” The collection had simple beginnings. “Initially, people adopted the seeds, grew them in their garden, and returned some of them to the seed project,” Ellyn explains.

Seed Money

For reasons ranging from poor growing conditions to pest damage and seeds not being returned, the museum eventually lost several seed varieties. Vegetables are annuals, many of which need to be renewed each season to ensure seed viability.

Ultimately, they decided it would be more advantageous to grow seeds onsite for preservation purposes. Having the project on-site would also allow staff and volunteers to track seed viability.

That tradition continues. After each growing season, seeds are gathered,

dried and maintained in the seed library. Because more seeds were being planted than could be used, the idea of selling excess plants was born.

That idea provided the inspiration for the annual Herb & Garden Faire. Months of seed preparations and timed planting culminate in 48 hours, during which plants are sold, providing “seed money” for the following year.

Each year’s batch of seeds is germination-tested before they are made available for sale in the museum’s gift shop, as well as online. Both are fully restocked around January 1.

While the museum is owned and partially operated by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, the Heirloom Seed Project is part of the nonprofit Landis Valley Associates. Aside from funds generated by the Herb & Garden Faire, the program relies on donations and volunteer support. “We’ve tried to make strategic investments, like putting up the deer fence,” says Ellyn. “We invested in better-quality tomato cages, freeing up volunteer hours from the time needed to tie tomatoes,” she reports. Through the support of a donor, they were able to install a mist irrigation system in the hoop houses. Daily watering now only “takes half an hour as opposed to four hours,” she notes.

Farm and Garden Design

Working with Ellyn is Joe Schott, manager of Landis Valley’s Farm and Gardens. Landis Valley’s preservation program focuses on farms and gardens that correlate to specific eras. Each farm showcases lifestyles and crops accurate to specific time periods, highlighting the necessity, limitations and evolution of home farms and gardens across time.

Flax drying in a greenhouse. Flax seeds can be ground into flax meal for baking or cooking, while the fibers can be woven into fabric or rope.

Before the early European settlers arrived, Native American groups in South Central Pennsylvania, such as the Susquehannock, Conoy and Conestoga, cultivated crops known as the Three Sisters: corn, beans and squash. Grown together as companion plants on mounds of soil known as hillock, corn stalks provided trellises for beans to ascend while squash leaves covered the soil. The harvest of all three could be eaten fresh or dried for preservation. Such food was grown for “sustenance and gave the appropriate vitamins and minerals,” says Joe. “You weren’t

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Dating to around 1850, the Heirloom Seed building occupies a farmhouse at Landis Valley Museum that is among the oldest original structures on the site.

Springtime at Landis Valley Museum’s Log Cabin farm.

Deer fences installed around the garden protect library seeds and plants from loss due to grazing.

are planted carefully in starter trays for the upcoming Herb & Garden Faire on Mother's Day Weekend.

cooking for taste and texture. They ate a lot of meat because that’s where they got nutrition.” Such a garden is on the wish list. “I’d love to add a Native American Three Sisters Garden here as an example,” Ellyn shares.

THE LOG FARM represents the 1750-1800s time period in which crops familiar to Europeans and adopted from Native Americans were grown. Produce would be eaten fresh, dried, pickled or overwintered in a root cellar. In the summer, melons and cucumbers grew, with beets, carrots, kohlrabi, parsnips and turnips comprising the root vegetables. Shoulder season crops included asparagus, cabbage, celery, chard, lettuce, peas, leeks and onions. Resulting heirloom seeds include the Risser Sickle Pea, which has grown in Pennsylvania since the Colonial era, while Amish Gnuttle Bean or the Corn Hill Bean is a Native American variety.

The Brick Garden represents 1800-1850, when seed catalogs made information and new varieties available. The Yellow Pear Tomato is recorded as early as the 16th century, though related to nightshade, tomatoes were initially grown ornamentally out of fear they were poisonous. Later in that era, home canning expanded the varieties of foods that could be preserved.

The next garden era has a deceptively simple name that

represents a tremendous milestone in food production: Just for Pretty.

“By the time you’re getting to the late 1800s, for the people living in this area, there had been enough innovations in terms of labor-saving devices and accessibility of inexpensive goods,” Ellyn notes. Over time, as clothing and seeds could be ordered through catalogs and foodways were better established, gardening could be enjoyed as a luxury.

“They were no longer trying to grow all their clothes or food,” Ellyn continues. “Jobs that used to take a lot longer to do manually [were being replaced by] machines that could do the work. The lady of the house had time to grow a purely ornamental garden. When someone asked, ‘What is this garden for? Why doesn’t it have any vegetables?’ the answer was, ‘Well, it’s ‘just for pretty.’”

Winds of Change

The essential ingredients of our diets have and will always continue to change. The genetic diversity of plants is essential and functions as a safeguard against catastrophic

disease, drought and climate change. For centuries, people have selected crops to suit their needs: foods with better taste and texture, offering higher yields, suited to climate and pest resistance.

Which seeds are collected from a garden, even from the same plant, is a basic type of gene editing. Continually selecting larger seeds, or those from produce that ripened earliest in the season, is a method of choosing traits. In those instances, repeatedly collecting choice seeds annually will yield larger or earlier seeds.

Nature is constantly making choices, too. Stronger plants are more likely to survive and have their seeds reproduce. Pollination is another ball of wax. If you’ve ever planted yellow cherry tomato seeds and ended up with red cherry tomatoes instead, it’s not a mix up. Previously in those seeds’ lineage, a pollinator or breeze carried pollen

Jordan Bush is a commercial photographer. His work has allowed him to discover and document cultures and food across five continents.

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Dr. Martin Lima Beans drying before the white beans are harvested for seed.

PA Red German Lima Beans drying in the pod.

Dried Dr. Martin Lima Beans cleaned and sorted for packaging.

Opposite, clockwise from top: Volunteers work alongside Ellyn Nolt in late winter to plant individual seeds in preparation for the annual Herb & Garden Faire. Left to right are Marjan DeKok, Ellyn Nolt, Alice Best, Wendy Good and Victoria Fisher.

Stored in glass jars, seeds are kept in a hutch donated by volunteer Wendy Good. Dried seeds are best preserved in a cool, dry climate.

Heirloom seeds are available for sale at Landis Valley Museum’s gift shop. Seeds can also be purchased online, with both sources restocking annually in early January.

from a red tomato flower to that of the yellow tomato. The red tomato genes expressed and were more dominant than the yellow tomato genes.

Seed developers intentionally cross varieties for unique traits, from creating elaborate roses to growing the ultimate hot peppers. After enough generations pass, hybrid seeds will eventually revert, as the dominant set of parent genes will replace weaker genes. Those hybridization processes must be repeated and are often patented, but that’s another conversation.

At Landis Valley, Linore flax and Dr. Martin Lima Beans are two staple varieties. Flax seeds are ground for flax

meal or pressed for linseed oil, while fibers can be woven into fabric or rope.

As for the limas, they have a story behind them.

“Dr. Martin was a dentist in Philadelphia in the early 1900s,” says Ellyn. An avid botanist, Dr. Martin grew white lima beans in southern Chester County. “He bred a variety of lima beans that grew large but stayed very tender. They didn’t get mealy. It has this almost cult-like following among people in northern Delaware, southern Pennsylvania, and northern Maryland, who would have known about them,” she says. Harvested when small and still green, they’re tender and creamy when

Herb &Garden Faire, MAY 9 & 10

Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum, 2451 Kissel Hill Road, Lancaster, PA 17601

For more information, visit LandisValleyMuseum.org

boiled and served with brown butter. Alternatively, after drying, the lima beans need time to soak and soften in water before being boiled. They’re excellent in baked bean recipes, soups, stews or with ham hock.

Seed Collecting Tips

Pick mature vegetables and tomatoes to obtain the best seeds.

“We let lima seeds on until they’re dry in the pods,” says Ellyn. “The peak of freshness is not the same as the peak of seed viability,” adds Joe. When collecting tomatoes for seeds, “Pick them up off the ground,” he says.

The Resurgence of Happy Hour

Happy Hour is once again filling seats in the bars and lounges of area restaurants. As the hospitality industry struggled amid pandemic restrictions in 2020, the once-popular social event was forced to go on hiatus. Five years later, it’s made a comeback, and nowhere is its newfound popularity more evident than at 401 Prime in Lancaster.

What is Happy Hour and what are its origins? An article on Toast.com says, “Happy Hour is a popular social event typically held in bars and restaurants, where drinks and appetizers are offered at discounted prices during specific hours. Originating from the idea of providing a cheerful and affordable gathering time, Happy Hour has become a staple in the hospitality industry, attracting patrons looking to unwind after work or catch up with friends.”

BRITANNICA.COM EXPLAINS

THAT the origins of Happy Hour date to the late 19th century, “when it began as a name of community social clubs, especially those hosted by and for women. Activities that were enjoyed during these clubs’ get-togethers ranged from lectures on temperance to dancing, dining, quilting, games, and even scenic travel.”

ROCHELLE A SHENK PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICK GOULD

Left: A sampling of Happy Hour beverages includes (clockwise from left): Maker’s Manhattan (made with Maker’s Mark Bourbon, Dolin Sweet Vermouth and Angostura Bitters); Bubbles (Roederer Estate Brut); a Belgian draft beer; and a Bulleit Old Fashioned (made with Bulleit Bourbon, simple syrup and Angostura Bitters).

Below: Truffled Deviled Eggs are made with white truffle oil and parmesan tuile, and are topped with crabmeat.

Opposite: Small round tables make it easy to share food and conversation. On Fridays, bar seating is at a premium! Bartenders Andrew Discavage (left) and Ian Cummings in action.

However, the modern concept of Happy Hour has been traced to the U.S. Navy. Circa 1913, a group of sailors who called themselves the “Happy Hour Social” started hosting twice-weekly events aboard the battleship USS Arkansas. These events weren’t about imbibing alcohol, however. Instead, the focus was on entertainment and building crew morale. Eventually, the event became known as Happy Hour, and the custom was adopted on other Navy ships. It wasn’t until Prohibition that Happy Hour began to refer primarily

to the consumption and sale of alcoholic spirits. Over time, it also came to be associated with gatherings held at restaurants, bars and clubs.

Happy Hour 2025

Although pandemic restrictions are behind us, many people continue to work remotely from home. Justin Ang, a partner (along with Dean Oberholtzer, Daniel LeBoon and John Costanzo) in the Vescor Hospitality Group, which owns and operates four Downtown Lancaster restaurants – 401 Prime, The Belvedere Inn, C’est La Vie

and Josephine’s – holds the opinion that work-from-home is part of what’s fueled the resurgence of Happy Hour. “401 Prime opened two years ago, and Happy Hour there started off with a bang; we’ve been busy with Happy Hour ever since,” he says. “I think people are ready to close their laptops at the end of the workday and come downtown. They want to connect with friends and co-workers.”

401 Prime’s Happy Hour also provides guests with the opportunity to relax and enjoy a drink and lite fare before heading to the theatre, a special event or even dinner.

For those who are working in downtown offices, Happy Hour provides a way to unwind at the end of the day. “There are several co-working spaces within walking distance of the restaurant, and I think some people come from there,” Justin says. The lounge, with its 15-seat bar and comfortable seating areas, provides a “prime” place to socialize.

AT 401 PRIME , Happy Hour is held from 4 to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. It is centralized in the bar and lounge, which Justin points out is a contained space separate from the dining room. It has a separate entrance, as well. Although reservations are suggested for dining at 401 Prime, bar and lounge seating is provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

According to Justin, the pandemic also altered dining-out habits. “We’re seeing people come for Happy Hour earlier than they had in the past. There’s often a line waiting at the door when we open, especially later in the week,” Justin shares, adding that he and his partners have taken note that “dinner reservations have shifted about an hour earlier, too. I think that’s due to people working from home, as well.”

401 Prime has a special Happy Hour menu that includes items such as Buffalo Chicken Dip, Sloppy Joe Sliders, Wasabi Caesar Salad, Short Rib Horseradish Dip, and Truffled Deviled Eggs. Happy Hour libations include $5 local drafts, a $12 glass of “bubbles” (Roederer Estate Brut) and a sprinkling of specialty cocktails.

The group’s other properties also offer Happy Hour (although at Josephine’s it’s referred to as “Glamour Hour”). Check their respective websites for details such as hours, menu and drink specials.

Prime Time

401 Prime opened in November 2022 in the space that was previously the restaurant, Amorette. Justin says the design of the space was already set, so all Vescor Hospitality had to do was address behind-the-scenes items such as adding a new HVAC system and updating the electrical system. The name is derived from the restaurant’s address – 401 North Prince Street – and the fact that it’s a steakhouse (prime is the USDA’s highest grade of beef). As for the ambiance, “401 Prime has a modern, big-city feel. It’s opulent and chic,” Justin says.

In addition to the bar/lounge area, there’s a main dining room, as well as a private dining room that seats up to 18 and can also be divided into two smaller rooms. A recent renovation added another private dining area that seats up to 30. Justin says part of the new dining space uses an area that had previously been used for a chef’s table dining experience, which has

Above: Sloppy Joe Sliders are served on Hawaiian rolls.

Here: The Wasabi Caesar Salad is composed of Romaine spears, Japanese crispy rice, crushed wasabi peas, kim chi, pickled daikon, soft-boiled eggs, purple nori and wasabi Caesar dressing.

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Jeff and Tracy Sturla treated their son, Jeff, who was visiting from Chicago in late February, to Happy Hour at 401 Prime.

Dave and Carole Simons like to frequent Happy Hour at 401 Prime if they want to make it an early evening.

The Prime Beef Chili Dog features a Wagyu hot dog, chili, cheddar cheese and a hot pepper.

been discontinued. “Our private dining areas are great for rehearsal dinners, celebrations of any kind or small company gatherings,” he points out.

401 Prime’s dining menu features A5 Wagyu beef. “A5 Wagyu beef is something you can’t find everywhere; it’s high-end Japanese beef,” Justin explains. (A5 is the highest grade of Wagyu beef.)

The menu, which was created by executive chef and Vescor partner, Daniel LeBoon, changes seasonally; steaks and proteins stay the same, but the way they’re prepared is altered. In addition to steak and beef selections, which include 6 or 9 oz. filet and dry aged ribeye, other popular items include its signature Chef Daniel’s crabcake, jumbo scallops and salmon, all of which are gluten-free.

Desserts include blueberry cheesecake, chocolate chip cookie skillet and vanilla bean crème brûlée (which is also gluten-free). There’s also a variety of wines, local craft and Belgian drafts and cocktails.

A bar menu, which is only available in the bar/lounge area, includes 401 smash burgers, lobster roll and triple cut miso bacon.

401 Prime, 401 North Prince Street, Lancaster. Hours are Monday-Friday, 4-11 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 4 p.m.-midnight. The lounge menu is available to 10 p.m. Closed Sunday. Reservations for dining can be made via the website. 717-606-1515, 401primelancaster.com, Facebook and Instagram.

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It seems other business and organizations are realizing the draw of Happy Hour! W Donuts

Luxe offers Happy Hour promotions for an abbreviated menu of massage and facial services. Happy Hour is held 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Thursday. Cider-based mimosas are served. Both Lancaster and Lititz locations participate. Information: LuxeLancaster.com

The Akron location offers DUB Happy Hour TuesdayFriday. Hours are 4:30-6:30 p.m. Promotions are offered on coffee, donuts, etc. Information: Wdonuts.com

History Happy Hour

LancasterHistory has been conducting a series of Happy Hours that are accompanied by a history lesson. Past topics have included Lancaster’s brewing tradition, brothels and the history of the Stahr Armory. History Happy Hour has been held at Our Town Brewery, Zoetropolis and Decades. All have been sell-outs. Information: LancasterHistory.org.

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It’s Prom Season

BY GEORGE DEIBEL

Across Lancaster County, high school students are taking part in a time-honored spring ritual, the prom. Many students will also be attending post-prom parties that are held with the help of very creative parents, the support of local businesses and fundraising events such as one that was held ahead of Solanco High School’s prom.

Solanco’s fundraiser took the form of a “pageant” that was held March 15 at the high school. This pageant took a different format as nine Solanco High School seniors vied for the prestigious title of “Mr. Solanco.” The contestants included Noah Bailey, Addison Beiler, Justin Natale, Austin Jarabak, Nathan Baglio, Garrett Grove, Nicholas Mohler, Braedon Bickford and Carter Galbreath.

“Mr. Solanco” served as a fundraiser for the party that will follow the prom, which is being held at the Wyndham Lancaster Resort and Conference Center on May 17. The post-prom festivities will take place at the Southern End Community Association (SECA) beginning at 11 p.m. The event will feature group games, inflatables, food and giveaways.

SOLANCO HIGH SCHOOL athletic director, Anthony Hall, served as the master of ceremonies for the “Mr. Solanco” event that began with all the participants performing a dance routine choreographed by Solanco seniors, Emileigh Kreider and Claire Graybeal. It was followed by a swimwear/beachwear

competition, talent contest, formal wear competition, and question-and-answer session. A panel of judges voted Carter Galbreath as the winner.

“The kids are putting themselves out there and having a lot of fun doing it,” said organizer, Carol Graybeal, in the days leading up to the fundraiser. “They realize what they’re doing is raising money for their post prom.”

“MR. SOLANCO” MAY have been a beauty pageant spoof, but that doesn’t mean the contestants didn’t take the event seriously. Competitors practiced two to three times a week for 30 minutes at a time in the weeks leading up to the event. “They are really investing a tremendous amount of time,” Carol reported. “They are doing a great job. The dance is going to be phenomenal.”

She was also grateful for the competitors’ commitment. “They’re dedicated,” Carol said. “Some of the students aren’t in the building that much, but they’re coming in for practices. They’re taking the dance as seriously as teenage boys can take a dance. I’m happy with my crew.”

AS FOR THE PURPOSE of the fundraiser, Carol noted, “The post prom is a safe place for kids to go after the prom. The money raised [from “Mr. Solanco”] all goes to the activities for the kids to hang out after the prom.”

The “Mr. Solanco” participants were excited to be performing in front of an audience. “I just think it’s a fun thing to do to raise money for post prom and show my personality a little bit,” Austin said. “It’s been fun hanging out with everybody and getting to know the dance we’re doing.”

Nathan said, “It’s just the group of guys who were joining. I’m friends with all of them; it’s a cool group of guys. It’s a blessing to do this my final year, and the dance we’re doing is pretty fun.”

Addison stated he is happy to be raising money for post prom. “[Being a senior] means a lot to me, and I want to go out with a bang,” he said.

“It’s been pretty fun meeting with the guys and trying to learn a dance,” Carter said. “It’s been an enjoyable few weeks. I’m not very good at dancing, but it’s fun to try.”

Braedon said, “It’s been great working with all of these people. I will probably be more nervous when I am actually doing it in front of people, but originally when I started, I was worried about it. Now I just think it’s going to be fun and I’m not really as nervous.”

“‘Mr. Solanco’ is one of biggest fundraisers,” Carol said of efforts that have included a dance held at the Lancaster County Sports Farm, a pizza promotion and other benefits.

George Deibel writes for the community newspapers – Merchandiser, Advertiser and Pennysaver – that are published by Engle Printing & Publishing, Townlively.com.

Contestants Austin Jarabak, Noah Bailey, Garrett Grove, Braedon Bickford, Nathan Baglio, Justin Natale, Addison Beiler and Nicholas Mohler with “Mr. Solanco” winner, Carter Galbreath.

Carter Galbreath was crowned “Mr. Solanco" 2025.

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