be playing Christmas songs. If children wish to write a letter to Santa, W
will have premade letters to
Senior Moments Luncheon
First Church Ephrata, 68 North Church Street, Ephrata, will hold its monthly Senior Moments Luncheon on Thursday, December 11 at 11:45 a.m. (eat at 12:00 noon – there is a small cost) followed with music and song by Gary Pike and Lynne Kline. They are bringing them back to entertain again, so come and enjoy them!
Gary & Lynne, both lifelong Ephrata residents, have been singing together for almost 45 years. They have and continue to sing in the choir at Hopeland Church. While mostly singing for church groups, they have expanded to sing at weddings, funerals, retirement homes, local social groups and other special occasions. Their programs feature easy listening with today and yesterday’s hits, or popular Christian music with a message. Christmas season is their “most favorite time of the year.”
For more information, call 7177382465.
A live DJ will
Open House on Sunday, December 7, from 1:00
Shown in the photo, from left to right, are Akron Mayor Elect Sue Davidson, Tonya Haynes (council member and event chair), Sue Martin (tree lighting committee) and Santa (Greg Brock).
Donuts
The Historical Society of Cocalico Valley invites you to their Christmas at the Connell Mansion
p.m.
Santa, cocoa, cookies, crafts
cards. The mansion is located at 237 West Main Street in Ephrata.
Shown putting the finishing touches on the Christmas tree at the Historical Society, are, from left to right, Brenda Wangman and Delores Neuber.
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Santa that the children can fill out and sign. These premade letters will also be available at W Donuts from now through Saturday, December 6.
To add to the festivities, free hot chocolate and free cookies (while they last) are provided by local businesses.
Additionally, Akron Grace E.C. Church volunteers will
be positioned under tents, ready to play games with the children. A live nativity will also be set up with storytelling every half hour.
The first 100 people who attend the event will be given a Dub chip, good for one free donut. Look for Mr. Dave on the porch to receive your chip. W Donuts will be open all day and throughout the event time for people to purchase additional items.
Under the direction of art teacher Angela Hershey, 300 Christmas ornaments were created by Akron Elementary students. The ornaments will be placed on Akron’s tree.
Mayor John McBeth is scheduled to light the Christmas tree at 7:45 p.m.
The Akron Volunteer Fire Company is providing a rescue truck to help with tree lighting, and the West Earl Police Department will be available to help the community for safe street crossing.
The event is also dog friendly! Tonya Haynes is grateful to her committee members, Sue Davidson, Jill Martin and Dave Heisler, and to the many local contributors and businesses.
“Five years ago, Katrina and Kleon Zimmerman began a wreath project sponsored by local businesses,” Haynes said. “Every year the wreaths represent our community and beyond and they help to fund the Christmas tree lighting.”
The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley, located at 237249 West Main Street (Route 322), Ephrata, needs your help! They are hoping that Shopping News readers can provide information regarding this photo. Shown in the photo is an unknown group of people at an unknown location and occasion. One person is identified: Marie Whitman (19092007, of Ephrata), seated third from left.
If you are able to provide
Lititz Moravian Christmas Vigil
Lititz Moravian Congregation, 8 Church Square, Lititz, will hold five traditional Christmas Vigil services this year. The public services for 2025 that require admission tickets are:
more details about this picture or identify the individuals shown, call The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley at 7177331616 or email cjmarquet@ gmail.com. Future “Do You Know…” photos will be published in upcoming Shopping News issues.
The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley is dedicated to discovering, gathering and preserving materials and data relative to the community known as the
• Saturday, December 20, at 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday, December 21, at 5:00 p.m.
• Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24, at 5:00 p.m. (this service will be live streamed on their website) and 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are free but are required to make certain that all who wish to attend are seated safely and comfortably. Ticket requests for the public opened on Monday, December 1.
Tickets may be obtained in one of two ways: Mailin paper ticket and eticketing. There will no longer be a public distribution event.
Cocalico Valley. For more information on the Museum and the Library, please visit their website at www. cocalicovalleyhs.org or call 7177331616.
To see all published “Do You Know” photos, please like our Facebook page (The Shopping News of Lancaster County) and view the album titled “Do You Know?” Photos will be updated with information as it is received.
contact information (name and phone number). Nonmembers can mail SASE ticket requests at any time to the church office; however, the office will return the tickets in the prestamped envelope after Monday, December 1.
• Mailin/paper ticket: Send a selfaddressed stamped envelope to the church office at: Lititz Moravian Church, 8 Church Square, Lititz. Include a note with your first and second vigil choice, along with
• ETicketing: Eticketing will be available through the website, eventbrite.com. The public can access the direct link to Vigils on Eventbrite through the website, www.lititz moravian.org, which will be open to request etickets on Monday, December 1. Tickets can be printed at home or simply show your cell phone at the door when entering the Vigil service. Please do not make requests by phone. They do not have sufficient staff to process phone requests. The nursery will not be available during Vigil services.
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East Cocalico Lions Honor Student Of The Month
OBITUARIES
Due to press deadlines, some obituaries may appear in Section B. View obituaries at www.snews.com/obituaries.
Mildred A. “Arlene” Shank
Mildred A. “Arlene” Shank, 95, of Myerstown, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at Myerstown Nursing and Rehab.
She was born in Brecknock Township, daughter of the late Frank Lesher and Anna Mary (Kiefer) Kring and was the wife of the late Harold Shank, who passed away in 2003.
She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Adamstown, where she sang in the choir. She also sang in The Ephrata Cloister Choir. She adored her cats and enjoyed gardening.
Mildred is survived by 2
Richard E. Gingrich, 90, husband of Carolyn (Bowman) Gingrich, Brethren Village, Lititz, passed away on Tuesday, July 29.
James J. Bock, 74, husband of Sandy, Lititz, passed away on Friday, October 31.
Besides his wife, he is survived by three sons: Chris, husband of Cari; Ryan; and Jamie, husband of Dana; seven grandchildren; three brothers: Brian, husband of Linda; William, husband of Deb; and Charles, husband of Patti; and a sister, Elizabeth.
Nino Rosario Pesce, 90, husband of Elizabeth M. “Betty” (Knuettel) Pesce,
brothers, Harold Kring, Carl Kring, husband of Judy.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Margaret Gress.
A graveside service was held on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at the Bowmansville Union Cemetery, Narvon, with Pastor Sandra Gideon officiating.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/ Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradling funeralhome.com.
Lititz, passed away on Wednesday, November 12.
Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters: Tina McCloskey, wife of James, and Anita Butz, wife of Andy; a stepson, Joseph Fries, husband of Carina; three stepdaughters: Teresa Wiley, wife of Robert; Christine Basile, wife of Agostino; and Donna Faccenda, wife of Mark; 17 grandchildren; and ten greatgrandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a grandchild.
Helen L. Hoover, 93, Ephrata, passed away on Thursday, November 13.
She was the wife of the late Kenneth Hoover.
Each month, the East Cocalico Lions Club honors a Cocalico High School student for their achievements and for being one of the High Schools and the community’s finest. Each student is presented with a certificate and a monetary gift along with a gift from the Adamstown Public Library.
Recently, at a club meeting that he and his parents attended, Aidan McCurdy was honored as the Club’s Student of the Month by the members of the East Cocalico Lions Club. Some of his school activities include Marching Band (Drumline Captain), Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Theater Tech, and TriM Music Honor Society. Besides being Honored as the Club’s Student of the Month, other awards Aidan has received include being recognized as a Science, English, and Music Student of the Month. His future plans include attending either Millersville or Penn State for Meteorology.
She is survived by three sons: Kent, husband of Zihmin Hoover; Kevin, husband of Marina Hoover; and Kurt Hoover, companion of Donna Greiner; four grandchildren; seven greatgrandchildren; and a brother, Richard, husband of Darlene Hufford.
Shown in the photo, from left to right, are Lion Chuck Blattenberger, Student of the Month Chairperson, congratulating Aidan and his parents Shannon and Tom.
Awarding a Student of the Month is just one of many
ways in which the East Cocalico Lions serve the youth of their community. The members of the East Cocalico Lions Club congratulate Aidan on this and all his achievements and wish him the best of luck in the future.
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Richard W. Getz Jr., 82, husband of Janet C. (Worley) Getz, Ephrata, passed away on Friday, November 14.
Besides his wife, he is
survived by two daughters: Candice Wall, wife of Ronny, Lititz, and Wendy Kralick, Ephrata; four grandchildren; six greatgrandchildren; and a sister, Margaret Ann Hershey, San Antonio, Texas.
He was preceded in death by a grandchild.
Nelson Mumma Sr., husband of Donna (Singer) Mumma, Lititz, passed away on Saturday, November 15. Besides his wife, he is
survived by three sons: Ron Stief, husband of Jayne; Rocky Stief, husband of Esther; and Nelson Mumma Jr., husband of Katie; a daughter, Jennifer Stewart,
Ephrata Library Programs
The Ephrata Public Library, located at 550 South Reading Road, Ephrata, has announced their programs for December. Programs are open to the public and free of charge. Registration is required for programs and can be made by visiting the events calendar on the library’s website (www. ephratapubliclibrary.org), by calling the library at 7177389291 or stopping into the library during normal business hours.
• Tuesdays, December 2, 9 & 16, 10:00 a.m. – Toddler Time! This winter they will be reading seasonal stories. They will read 23 winter themed books, make art and include sensory each session. Story time will be from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. with the option to “Stay and Play” afterwards for 15 minutes. Ages 14.
• Tuesdays, December 2, 9 & 16, 12:30 p.m. – Mahjong Club. Matching tiles has never been this much fun! Learn and play American Mahjong right here at the library. All skill levels welcome. Ages 18+.
• Tuesdays, December 2, 9, 16 & 23, 3:30 p.m. – Teen Gamers Club. Join them for some relaxation and video games on their Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 1318.
Join Old Zion Church At Their Upcoming Annual Carol Sing
Join Old Zion Church, 187 Reifsnyder Road, Lititz (Brickerville), on Saturday, December 13 at 2:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m., for their annual Carol Sing. Old Zion Church will be filled with the warmth and spirit of the Christmas season, the glow of candlelight, the smell of greens freshly hung, delightfully crisp air, and the sounds of Christmas carols. Built in 1813, Old Zion Church has been maintained close to its original state without modern conveniences of heat, electricity, or indoor plumbing.
This year’s Carol Sing will be led by the Ephrata High School String Quartet under the direction of Richard Ney. Students in the quartet include: Jules Berg and Eva Ludwig on violin, Tetyana Nebelyuk on viola, and Liam Miller on cello. Richard Ney is the Orchestra Director at Ephrata High School in Ephrata. Old Zion
Board member Mike Weber will assist in leading the singing of the carols, which offers an ideal opportunity to experience the Christmas season of a bygone era.
Seating at Old Zion Church is limited. The Carol
Sing is free to attend, but participants must reserve a ticket for each person in advance, with a maximum of six tickets per request and requester. You can request virtual tickets by emailing oldzionchurch@gmail.com, and the Old Zion Board will confirm your tickets by email. Alternatively, you can mail ticket requests to Old Zion Church, P.O. Box 103, Lititz, PA 17543, and please include a selfaddressed stamped envelope with your
request.
If you plan to attend the Carol Sing, please dress warmly, and bring along a flashlight to read music and safely guide you in and around the church. For safety reasons, if there is ice or snow on the ground on Saturday, December 13, Old Zion Board will cancel the Carol Sing. You can check their website for updates. Please visit the church website at www. oldzionchurch.org.
Directions: From Lititz – take Route 501 North of Lititz, turn right at the light at Brubaker Valley Road, and turn left on Reifsnyder Road. From Ephrata – take Route 322 West of Ephrata, turn left on Reifsnyder Road as you enter Brickerville.
Shown in the photo, from left to right, are Jules Berg, violin; Eva Ludwig, violin; Tetyana Nebelyuk, viola; and Liam Miller, cello (Ephrata High School String Quartet).
• Wednesdays, December 3, 10 & 17, 10:00 a.m. –Baby Book Club. They will be teaching basic literacy skills by introducing sign language, singing songs, reciting fun rhymes and reading seasonal stories. Each week will be a different
• Tuesday, December 2, 4:30 p.m. – Writing for Tweens: Holiday Edition! Tweens are invited to join them for a fun afternoon of holiday themed creative writing. They will be challenged with silly writing prompts to help spark new ideas and play fun writing games together! Ages 1012.
winter theme! Story time will be from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. with 15 minutes at the end for parent socialization. Ages 024 months.
• Wednesday, December 3, 12:30 p.m. – Dramatic Playtime. Bring your imagination and join them at the Library for a fun, holidaythemed dramatic playtime! The program will begin with a story time followed by a themed free playtime. This engaging playtime fosters social skills, enhances language development and
ignites creativity as kids embark on their own adventures in creative, roleplay activities in a fun and
supportive environment! Ages 38.
• Wednesdays, December 3 & 17, 12:30 p.m. –
Pinochle Party. Meld, bid, marriage, trump? You’re speaking their language!
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Join them for an afternoon of pinochle. This program runs until 3 p.m. Seniors.
• Wednesday, December 3, 4:30 p.m. – Card Games Rule! They will play classic cards games such as Go Fish, Crazy Eights and Rummy while learning basic card playing skills such as shuffling and dealing. Ages 1012.
• Wednesday, December 3, 5:30 p.m. Microsoft Word: Format a Resume. Join them to learn how to use Microsoft Word and templates to create a standout resume. Funded
through a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. Ages 18+.
• Wednesday, December 3; February 4, 6:00 p.m. Keep Calm and Carry Yarn. Knitters and crocheters of all experience levels are invited to join them at the Library to work on personal projects and socialize with others. Ages 18+.
• Thursday, December 4, 2:30 p.m. – Artist Hour. Bring your creativity and curiosity to the Library to make your own masterpiece! The focus will be on making Process Art, art directed by the child over Product Art during this time. They will use different artistic tools to create, including (washable) paint. Ages 25.
• Thursday, December 4, 4:30 p.m. – Be an Artist.
Kids are invited to come explore great works of art and the artists behind them! Each class will focus on learning about one wellknown artist. They will then create their own artwork using their art and style as their inspiration. Join in as they learn about design, method, thinking and problemsolving skills using various traditional and nontraditional art materials. Ages 69.
• Thursday, December 4, 4:30 p.m. – Pokémon TCG Meetup. Join them to play Pokémon TCG! Library supplies are limited so please make sure to bring your cards along if you have them. Ages 1014.
Stories with Mrs. Claus. This holiday season, the Library will be filled with festive magic for the whole family! Mrs. Claus will delight listeners with holiday stories at 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon. Families can also enjoy holidaythemed art activities, a sweet treat, and plenty of festive fun together. This joyful, familyfriendly event is open to all ages, and they can’t wait to celebrate the season with you! All ages.
Story Hour. Join them this winter for seasonal stories at the Library! They will sing songs, make art and include sensory experiences each session. Early literacy skills, including letter identification and sound introduction, are included in each program. Story time will be from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. with the optional 15 minutes of “Stay and Play” time afterward until 11:00 a.m. Ages 37.
skills. Funded through a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. Ages 18+.
• Monday, December 8, 4:30 p.m. – Board Games for Tweens. Make your Monday less boring. Come play fun board games with your friends at the Library! Ages 1012.
• Monday, December 8, 1:00 p.m. – Daytime Crafts for Adults: Holiday Cards. This month they will be making Holiday cards! Ages 18+.
• Monday, December 8, 4:30 p.m. – Holiday STEAMtacular! Kids are invited to the Library for a festive holiday STEAM program where they blend science, technology, engineering, art and math with the magic of the season! Through handson activities and fun experiments, children will explore fun holidaythemed projects. Celebrate the holidays with a dash of imagination and a sprinkle of STEAM fun! Ages 69.
• Friday, December 5, 10:00 a.m. – Community Blood Drive. Please call 1800RED CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter “Ephrata Library” to schedule an appointment. Ages 18+.
• Saturday, December 6, 11:00 a.m. – Snacks &
• Saturday, December 6, 6:00 p.m. – Late Night at the Library. Join them afterhours for video games, board games, flashlight tag, laser tag and more! Please keep in mind each Late Night they rotate different activities, so laser tag doesn’t happen at every session. Attendees are invited to bring their favorite multiplayer games for Nintendo Switch. Library doors lock at 5:00 p.m. Ages 1318.
• Mondays, December 8 & 15, 10:00 a.m. – Preschool
• Monday, December 8, 1:00 p.m. LinkedIn. LinkedIn is a business and employment focused social media platform. Learn how to create your profile, update your resume online and make connections. Learn to use LinkedIn to job search and research companies you are interested in and find positions suited to your
• Monday, December 8, 6:30 p.m. – Read & Escape: Virtual Book Discussion. Read exciting new books! Join them online for a book discussion of “The Book Club Hotel” by Sarah Morgan. A link to this virtual program will be emailed to participants the day of the event. Ages 18+.
• Tuesday, December 9, 1:00 p.m. – Holiday Games and Crafts for Homeschoolers. Come play some fun holiday games like Dreidel and make a holiday inspired craft! Ages 1014.
• Tuesday, December 9, 4:30 p.m. – Tea and Crafts for Tweens. Come hang out, drink some tea and make a cute craft! Ages 1012.
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• Tuesday, December 9, 5:30 p.m. – Word: Mail Merge. This class will focus on what mail merge is, how it works and why it is a useful skill. Participants will be able to understand the three parts of the process including the main document, the data source and the merged document. There will be extensive practice for this concept as it can be a pitfall for many employees in a professional setting. Funded through a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. Ages 18+.
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minisized outfits! Sketch your designs and recreate them using fabric, felt and accessories. Each meeting they will have a new challenge. Ages 1012.
• Wednesday, December 10, 4:30 p.m. – Polar Express Storytime. ALL ABOARD!!! Where are they going, you ask? Why, to the North Pole, of course! Join them for a magical Storytime featuring the holiday classic, “The Polar Express” by Chris Van Allsburg. Cozy up with popcorn and hot cocoa while you listen to this heartwarming tale of adventure, friendship and the spirit of believing. Warm pajamas and blankets encouraged (it’s chilly at the North Pole!). After the story, the magic continues with festive crafts and activities. Don’t miss this unforgettable holiday adventure! All ages welcome!
• Wednesday, December 10, 6:00 p.m. – Board Games for Adults. Tired of the same old Wednesday evening routine? Here’s your chance to go from bored to BOARD! Come enjoy an evening of board games with your friends at the Library. Ages 18+.
• Thursday, December 11, 10:00 a.m. Mahjong at W Donuts. Join them at W Donuts in Akron for a morning of Mahjong— whether you’re an experienced player or just curious to learn! New to Mahjong? Helpers will be there to share their time and skills, so you can watch, learn, and give it a try. Please bring your own set if you have one. No registration necessary. Ages 18+.
• Thursday, December 11, 2:30 p.m. – Tiny Tinkers. For one hour you will have access to all ageappropriate STEAM activities the library has to offer! STEAM focuses on science, technology, engineering, art and math. They will be building, crafting, puzzling and creating. As Miss Frizzle from The Magic School Bus says, “Take chances, make mistakes and have fun!” Ages 25.
• Thursday, December 11, 4:00 p.m. – Tween Gamers Club. Join them for some relaxation and video games on their Nintendo Switch! They will be playing a different game each session. Ages 1012.
• Thursday, December 11. 4:30 p.m. – I Can Cook! Everyone can cook! Young children, along with an adult, can join them at the Library to make simple but yummy recipes! Proper use of kitchen tools and simple
cooking techniques will be introduced. Ages 69.
• Thursday, December 11, 5:30 p.m. Social Media and
various games like Mario Kart and board games. Feel free to bring your Pokémon cards to battle! Ages 1012.
• Saturday, December 13, 3:00 p.m. – Strategy Board Games for Adults. If you’re looking for more of a challenge than party games, join them for this new program focused on strategy games! They will play various genres such as war games, citybuilding and hidden identity games, including Catan, The Quacks of Quedlinburg, Smash Up and more! Ages 18+.
• Monday, December 15, 1:00 p.m. – Letter Writing for Homeschoolers. Practice writing letters with a senior penpal from the community. Participants will write, send, receive and respond to letters. Ages 1018.
• Monday, December 15, 1:00 p.m. – Monday Matinee: Holiday Edition. Join them to watch a classic holiday film starring James Stewart. Not THAT film, no angels will be getting their wings, but another fun, holiday romantic comedy. Bring some of your favorite holiday treats to share, and they’ll have coffee, tea and hot chocolate to help get you into that holiday spirit! Ages 18+.
• Monday, December 15, 3:30 p.m. – Teen Cuisine: Holiday Baking. Join them for an afternoon of making & decorating holiday cookies to get in the holiday spirit! Ages 1318.
the Workplace. Join them for a class that will review social media etiquette for job seekers. Learn the dos and don’ts of social media while job searching. Funded through a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. Ages 18+.
• Saturday, December 13, 1:00 p.m. – Saturday Gaming for Tweens. They’ll play
• Monday, December 15, 6:00 p.m. – Video Game Night for Adults. Adults like to have fun, too! Play multiplayer games on the library Nintendo Switch and make some friends (or enemies)! Ages 18+.
• Monday, December 15, 6:00 p.m. Whip It Up: Holiday Goodies. Bring your favorite holiday goodies to share, be it a dish, cookie, pie or other holiday delight. They’ll have tea, coffee and hot chocolate and celebrate a year of cooking, baking and camaraderie. Ages 18+.
• Tuesday, December 16, 1:00 p.m. – Typing for Homeschoolers. Come practice basic typing skills! They will be going slowly and introducing only a few letters at a time. They’ll even do some fun typing challenges! Ages 1014.
• Tuesday, December 16, 4:30 p.m. – Christmas Reader’s Theater. Join them at the Library for a fun Christmas themed reader’s theater! This is not a formal performance and is meant to be a fun way to practice reading out loud. Ages 1012.
• Tuesday, December 16, 5:30 p.m. – Word: Formatting Tables & Lists. Participants will understand, format and evaluate the use of tables in documents. This
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IN DIE SCHTADT GEH
By Ivan I. Miller
Der Fritz Klein un sei Fraa gehn heit in die Schtadt; Sie hen Sache zu kaafe.
Mit Geil un Wegli faahre sie; Sie misse net datt anne laafe.
Der Willie is schier zwelf Yaahr alt:
“Witt du mit uns geh?”
“Ya,” saagt der Willie, “Ach ya!” So gschwind as A B C!
Der Willie geht net oft in die Schtadt:
“Sehnscht du all die Gebeier?
Ach, guck, wie viel un sie gross! So hoch wie unser Scheier!”
Do is en Hardware Schtohr; Ach, so viel Sach un Wese. Bolts, Naeglin, Droht un Schrauwe, Kochsach, Schaare un WelschkannBese.
Sie laafe darich en anner Schtroos,
Do is en Gleeder Schapp.
Der Willie braucht en paar Schuh, En Schtrohhut un en Zibbelkapp.
Do is en Mann as gehe uns kummt; Er guckt zu uns bekannt
“Ich glaab er is en alder Freind Vun LengeschderKaundiLand!”
Der Fritz saagt zu ihm recht laut, “Wie bischt du heit Freind Yoel?”
Der Yoel schtoppt, is gaar verschtatzt, Un saagt, “Beim Beddel nochemohl!”
Die Zeit is do fer die Tax bezaahle; Sie misse ins Courthaus geh.
Die Taxe sin ganz zu hoch; Ach, es dutt em Geldsack weh!
Am Middaag sin sie hungerich; Die Restaurant is yuscht en Schritt. En Sandwich, Supp, Kaffee un Boi; Ach, es gebt ihne an guder Abbeditt.
No kummt sie zu der Movie Blatz; Die Leit gehn nei un naus. Die Musik kenne sie heere Im dunkle Pickderhaus.
En Western Movie is am schpiele; Sie schiesse wie net recht gscheit. Mir laafe gschwind verbei: “Es is net fer unser Leit!”
S naegscht gehn sie ins Moyers Drug Schtohr, Ihr Medezien daheem is gnapps. Die Memm kaaft en Boddel Lydia Pinkham’s; Der Fritz en Boddel Schnapps.
No kummt der Grocerie Schtohr; Die Memm will Zucker un Mehl, Satz, Salz, Tee un Kaffee, Un en guder Supply Kohleel.
Es is gehe Owedzeit, sie gehn heem; Der Daag is schier verbei. Der Gaul, er wees der Weg recht gut; Die Leen er geht noch weider nei.
Am Marye waar em Fritz Seim Geldsack yetz ganz schwer.
Wu er die Schtadt verlasse hot, Der Sack is schier gaar leer!
Der Willie vergesst net die Schtadt, “Ich will widder geh dahin. Es sin Sach as ich sehne will, Wann ich wennich elder bin!” July, 1988 *** GOING INTO TOWN
Fritz Klein and his wife go to town; They have things to purchase. They go by horse and buggy; They don’t have to walk there.
Willie is almost 12: “Do you want to come along?”
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“Deitsch Eck” columns from past issues of e Shopping News honoring the late C. Richard Beam.
Es Pennsilfaanisch Deitsch Eck
By: e Late C. Richard Beam
collection of “Deitsch
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As quickly as A B C!
Willie doesn’t get to town often: “Do you sell all those buildings? Oh, look, how many and how big! As high as our barn!”
Here is a hardware store; Oh, so many things and activities. Bolts, nails, wire and screws, Utensils, plowshares and corn brooms.
They walk through another street, Here’s a clothing store.
Willie needs a pair of shoes, A straw hat and a cap.
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SHOPPING NEWS
Below is a list of convenient locations where you can pick up your weekly issue if you are not in our regular hand-delivered area. of Lancaster County
• Horst Outdoor Power Equip.
• The Olive Branch Family Diner
• Daniel’s Farm Store
• Deer Country
• Red Roof Inn
• Tru by Hilton
• Weaver Markets (Adamstown)
• Willow Creek Discount Grocery EAST EARL
• Good’s Store
• Horst Farm Market
• Martin’s Trailside Express
• Shady Maple Smorgasbord
• Shady Maple Farm Market ELM
• Elm Post Office EPHRATA
• A.B. Martin Roofing Supply • Ebenezer Groceries
• Glenwood Foods
• Good’s Store
• Green Dragon
• Gus’s Keystone Family Restaurant
• Key Aid/Ace Hardware
• Redner’s Warehouse Markets
• Sharp Shopper
• Turkey Hill (4 Hahnstown Road)
• Turkey Hill (1010 Sharp Avenue)
• Turkey Hill (3585 Rothsville Road)
• Wawa
Weis Markets FIVEPOINTVILLE
There a man approaches us; He looks quite familiar. “I think he’s an old friend From Lancaster County!”
Fritz says to him quite loud, “How are you today Yoel?” Yoel stops, is quite perplexed, And says, “What do you know!???”
It’s time to pay our taxes; They must go to the courthouse. The taxes are much too high; Oh, how it pains our purse!
By noon they’re hungry; The restaurant is just a step away. A sandwich, soup, coffee and pie; Oh, that gives them a good appetite.
Then they come by a movie house; People are going in and out. The music they can hear From the inside of the darkened theater.
A Western is playing; They’re shooting like mad. We quickly pass by:
“This isn’t for our sort of people!”
Next they go to Moyer’s Drug Store, Their supply of medicine at home is low.
Mom buys a bottle of Lydia Pinkham’s; Dad buys a bottle of schnapps.
Then come the grocery store; Mom wants sugar and flour, Yeast, salt, tea and coffee, And a good supply of coal oil.
It’s going toward evening, they go home; The day is almost over.
The horse knows the way right well; He goes right down the lane.
In the morning Fritz’s purse
Was quite heavy.
When he left town,
The money was almost all gone.
Willie can’t forget the town, “I want to go back.
There are things I want to see,
When I’m a bit older.” ***
This most recent Dutch poem from the pen of Ivan I. Miller of Elkhart, Indiana was written in July and mailed to us in an envelope postmarked on July 25 in South Bend, Indiana.
Ivan writes that he “tried to visualize a Pennsylvania Dutch, very, very rural family of 60 years ago going to a larger city, perhaps once a year.” Ivan also reports that he has often heard “Beim Beddel nochamohl!” among the Pennsylvania Dutch. We quite agree that it defies an exact translation, for it appears to be a mild expletive in the context of being surprised or nonplussed.
With Ivan’s permission, we have supplied a Dutch word or two and ironed a bit around the edges where necessary. We hope he will see fit to continue to share his earlier memories with us in der Mudderschprooch.
In the letter which he appends, Ivan asks about our own PENNSYLVANIA GERMAN DICTIONARY: English to Pennsylvania Dutch. It was published by Brookshire Publishers, 200 Hazel Street, Lancaster, PA, the publishers of DIE BOTSCHAFT. Some of the Provident Bookstores carry it. It can also be ordered directly from Brookshire Publishers in Lancaster. It is now in its second printing.
Eck” columns from past issues of e Shopping News honoring the late C. Richard Beam.
THINGS TO DO... AND PLACES TO GO
Ave., Schaefferstown, will hold a Holiday Haus Bazaar, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Proceeds to benefit missions.
SAT., DECEMBER 6
Wiest Church, 48 S. King St., Schoeneck, will hold a Christmas Cookie Sale, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
SAT., DECEMBER 6
United Zion Retirement Community, 722/724 Furnace Hills Pike, Lititz, will hold its 4th annual Holiday Bazaar, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. All proceeds benefit the UZRC’s benevolent care. For more info., call 7176262071.
SAT., DECEMBER 6City Gate, 100 E. Main St., Ephrata, will hold a Free Community Lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or while supplies last.
SAT., DECEMBER 6Zion United Methodist Church, 1279 Heidelberg
SAT., DECEMBER 6The Bareville Fire Company, 211 E. Main St., Leola., will hold an All You Can Eat Breakfast, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. There is a cost.
SAT., DECEMBER 6Vinemont Community Lutheran Church, 1278 Fritztown Rd., Reinholds, will be selling takeout Chicken Pot Pie by the quart and pint. They will also have pepper cabbage and desserts available. There is a cost. For more info., call 7173270858.
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Christmas Bazaar will be held at Brethren Village, 3001 Lititz Pike, Lititz, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For more info., call 7175692657.
SAT., DECEMBER 6Ebenezer Evangelical Congregational Church, 23 S. State St., Brownstown, will hold a free movie night showing “I Heard the Bells” at 6:00 p.m. Popcorn, candy and water will be provided.
SAT., DECEMBER 6Reinholds Station Trinity Chapel, 114 E. Main St., Reinholds, will host a free Afternoon Concert in the Chapel with the Swamp Lutheran Church Handbell Choir, at 2:00 p.m. For more info., call 7173366846.
SAT., DECEMBER 6The Upper Leacock Township War Memorial Association will hold an indoor Flea Market/Garage Sale at 54 W. Main St., Leola, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. No admission charge. For more info., call 7176566154. Proceeds benefit the Veterans.
SAT., DECEMBER 6 A Craft Show will be held at Peace U.C.C., 37 E. Swartzville Rd., Denver, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Food will be available for purchase. Children can also visit with Santa!
SAT., DECEMBER 6The Reinholds Fire Company, 156 W. Main St., Reinholds, will host a Farm Country Shindig featuring “Danny Paisley & The Southern Grass.” Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Music starts at 6:00 p.m. There is a cost. For more info., call 6105730797. Food available to purchase from the fire company.
SAT., DECEMBER 6Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, will hold their Village Christmas Market, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For more info., call 7173556157.
SAT., DECEMBER 6 & SUN., DECEMBER 7The European Train Club is holding an Open House at the Science Press Building, 217 Terrace Ave., Ephrata, from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. For more info., call Chris at 7175752808 or Atle at 7173143777.
SAT., DECEMBER 6Brickerville United Lutheran Church, 340 E. 28th Div. Highway, Brickerville, will hold their Annual Christmas Bazaar, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. For more info., call 7176272202.
SUN., DECEMBER 7
Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church, 320 Church Ave., Ephrata, will hold an Open House and Tour, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for their 30th anniversary.
SUN., DECEMBER 7Lancaster Church of the Brethren, 1601 Sunset Ave., Lancaster, will host Jonathan Kuttab speaking on “The Church’s Message of Peacemaking for the World and Gaza” at 3:00 p.m. For more info., call John Stoner at 7178036020.
WED., DECEMBER 10
Young at Heart will meet at Faith United Evangelical Lutheran Church, 357 Walnut St., Denver, at 9:00 a.m. For adults 60+. Program is run by REAL Life Community Services. For more info., call 7173367797.
THURS., DECEMBER
11 First Church Ephrata, 68 N. Church St., Ephrata, will holds its monthly Senior Moments luncheon at 11:45 a.m. (eat at 12:00 noon, small charge), followed with entertainment of Christmas music and songs by Gary Pike and Lynn Kline. Come and join them. For more info., call 7177382465.
THURS., DECEMBER
11 Ephrata Community Meals will be held at Holy
Trinity Lutheran Church, 167 E. Main St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal at 6:00 p.m. Dinein only. For more info., call Tina at 4847980155.
FRI., DECEMBER 12, SAT., DECEMBER 13 & FRI., DECEMBER 19, SAT., DECMBER 20
Woodcrest Retreat, 225 Woodcrest Dr., Ephrata, will hold Journey to Bethlehem, a walkthrough nativity with over 70 actors and animals on Fridays, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:50 p.m., and Saturdays, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:50 p.m. There is a cost. For more info. or reservations, call 7177382233.
FRI., DECEMBER 12
Christmas Caroling will be held at City Gate, 100 E. Main St., Ephrata, at 6:30 p.m. Sing Christmas carols followed by sweet treats and hot drinks. All are welcome.
SAT., DECEMBER 13
St. John’s Center Church, 432 Reading Rd., East Earl, will hold their 15th Annual Santa’s Workshop, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. They will be accepting nonperishable food items for the Terre Hill Food Bank.
SAT., DECEMBER 13
Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue will hold its monthly Open House, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00
noon at 60 Vera Cruz Rd., Reinholds. Food is available to purchase. No admission charge. For more info., call 7174844799.
SAT., DECEMBER 13
City Gate, 100 E. Main St., Ephrata, will hold a Free Community Lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or while supplies last.
SUN., DECEMBER 14
Muddy Creek Lutheran Church, 11 South Muddy Creek Rd., Denver, will hold their First Service of Lessons and Carols, at 2:30 p.m. There is no cost to attend. Refreshments will follow the service.
SUN., DECEMBER 14
Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1331 W. Main St., Ephrata, is holding its Annual Open House at 7:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served following the music.
SUN., DECEMBER 14
Reinholds VFW, 250 Brunners Grove Rd., Reinholds, will hold a Kids’
Community Christmas Party at 1:00 p.m. For ages 0 to 12. Children must be signed up by calling 7173369918.
WED., DECEMBER 17
Young at Heart will meet at the Adamstown Area Library, 110 W. Main St., Adamstown, at 9:00 a.m. For adults 60+. Program is run by REAL Life Community Services. For more info., call 7173367797.
THURS., DECEMBER 18 Ephrata Community Meals will be held at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 167 E. Main St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal at 6:00 p.m. Dinein only. For more info., call Tina at 4847980155.
SAT., DECEMBER 20City Gate, 100 E. Main St., Ephrata, will hold a Free Community Lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or while supplies last.
WED., DECEMBER 24 Wiest United Methodist Church, 48 S. King St.,
Schoeneck, will hold a Christmas Concert at 2:00 p.m. Light refreshments after the concert.
SAT., DECEMBER 27City Gate, 100 E. Main St., Ephrata, will hold a Free Community Lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or while supplies last.
SAT., JANUARY 3 The Upper Leacock Township War Memorial Association will hold an indoor Flea Market/Garage Sale at 54 W. Main St., Leola, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. No admission charge. For more info., call 7176566154.
SAT., JANUARY 3 The Reinholds Fire Company, 156 W. Main St., Reinholds, will host a Farm Country Shindig featuring “The Kevin Prater Band.” Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Music starts at 6:00 p.m. There is a cost. For more info., call 6105730797. Food available to purchase from the fire company.
SAT., JANUARY 24The West Earl Fire Company, 14 School Ln., Brownstown, will hold an All You Can Eat
Breakfast, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. There is a cost.
SAT., FEBRUARY 7The Upper Leacock Township War Memorial Association will hold an indoor Flea Market/Garage Sale at 54 W. Main St., Leola, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. No admission charge. For more info., call 7176566154.
SAT., FEBRUARY 28The West Earl Fire Company, 14 School Ln., Brownstown, will hold an All You Can Eat Breakfast, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. There is a cost.
SAT., MARCH 7 The Upper Leacock Township War Memorial Association will hold an indoor Flea Market/Garage Sale at 54 W. Main St., Leola, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. No admission charge. For more info., call 7176566154.
Don’t Give Up
by Pastor John Fredericksen
Being discouraged spiritually isn’t exclusive to pastors either. All believers encounter this at one time or another. You can almost feel the sorrow of heart when you read the testimonies of God’s men of the past. David wrote: “I had fainted…” (Psa. 27:13), Jeremiah said: “When I would comfort myself against sorrow, my heart is faint in me” (Jer. 8:18), and Jonah said: “… my soul fainted within me” (Jonah 2:7). They were so discouraged and spiritually weakened that they simply felt like giving up. Thankfully, these servants of God did not give up, and there is much to learn from what carried them through.
Jonah relates to us how he found the strength to carry on: “I remembered the LORD: and my prayer came in unto Thee, into Thine holy temple” (Jonah 2:7). Coupled with obedience to God’s will, his discouragement turned when he stayed
Being in the pastorate can be discouraging. After all, you are an obvious target for criticism. The messages are always too long or too short, you use too many illustrations or not enough, the content is too deep or too shallow, you stand too strongly on biblical truth or not strongly enough, and so it goes. On one occasion, I had a Christian leader harshly dress me down in public for 45 minutes and accused me of a variety of things I simply had not done. He only thought I had done them. I left that meeting so discouraged; I just wanted to give up the ministry, and maybe even give up walking with the Lord. Thankfully, He sent me encouragement when I needed it most.
his mind on the Lord in prayer. Similarly, Isaiah proclaims: “But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength…they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint” (Isaiah 40:31). As you can see, Isaiah also found it helpful to focus his thoughts on the Lord through prayer.
The Apostle Paul had opposition from without and from within the company of believers, and had much to be discouraged about, but he didn’t quit. His testimony was: “seeing we have this ministry…we faint not” (II Cor. 4:1). He kept his heart focused on serving the Savior, with Galatians 6:9 in mind: “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” Simply put, heaven and reward from the Savior strengthened the resolve of this servant. It can for us too.
Are you discouraged spiritually? Don’t quit! Pray, focus on the importance of serving Christ, and rejoice in future reward!
Hosts Sermon Series
First Church Ephrata’s series on the Gospel of John is continuing. If you are watching on TV, are using their website streaming or are coming to their services, they hope you are getting a better understanding of what is being said in the Gospel of John. So, even if you’ve heard preaching on this Gospel before, come, listen and learn more.
First Church is on their eleventh and last group of sermons in their Gospel of John series and they’d love to have you continue to join them. First Church Ephrata is located at 68 North Church Street, Ephrata, and has a Traditional service at 8:30 a.m. and a Contemporary service at 10:30 a.m. They now have both their 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services ‘live streamed’ for those of you are wanting a morning service at home on the website https://
ephratafirst.org/. They also have TV coverage of their 8:30 a.m. service on Blue Ridge Cable Channel 11 at 12:00 noon on Sunday. If you miss a sermon, they are archived and can be easily found on their website. Any questions, please call the church office at 7177382465.
Beginning on Sunday, December 7, they will begin a new series on The Book of Acts, also known as the Acts of the Apostles. It is the fifth book of the New Testament and is a historical account of the early Christian church, beginning with Jesus’ ascension and the subsequent spread of the gospel by his apostles. It is essentially a sequel to the Gospel of Luke, continuing the story of Jesus’ ministry through his followers. They would love to have you continue with them on the new series in December.
Scripture Passages for each Sunday
• Sunday, December 7 3:1126, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
• Sunday, December 144:112, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
• Sunday, December 214:1322, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
• Sunday, December 284:2331, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
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and Craft Night. Join them for a friendly, cozy Grinchthemed Holiday Movie Night full of fun and cheer. They’ll kick things off with a special craft and a reading of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” They will also be watching a grinchy holiday movie! Free popcorn and candy canes will be provided. All ages.
• Monday, December 22, 1:00 p.m. – Classroom Games for Homeschoolers. Join them at the Library where they will play Heads Up 7Up, Pictionary and other classroom games. Ages 1018.
• Monday, December 22, 4:30 p.m. – Sewing for Tweens: Christmas Stockings. Learn some basic sewing skills while making a Christmas stocking! Ages 1012.
• Wednesday, December 24, All Day. Closed for Christmas Eve
• Thursday, December 25, All Day. Closed for Christmas
• Mondays, December 29; January 26; February 23, 3:30 p.m. – Dungeons & Dragons for Teens. Dungeons and Dragons is a game of imagination, fun, chaos and story. Play as a character
you create and let the Dungeon Master take you on a journey to a mystical land. Cast spells, talk to and befriend NPCs. Everything is possible as long as you can roll the dice. Designed by teens, for teens. New players are welcome! No prior experience needed. You must be registered to attend. You must have a Dungeons and Dragons Beyond account prior to the event to participate. Ages 1318.
EDWARDS, Thomas and Hannah (Strait), Denver, a daughter, at Women & Babies Hospital.
ESH, Joel D. and Sadie, Narvon, a daughter, at Women & Babies Hospital.
GLICK, Levi and Susan (Lapp), Narvon, a son, at home.
GOOD, Burnell and Tessa (Weyers), Denver, a son, at home.
GRUBIC, Dylon and Jasmine, Lititz, a son, at Women & Babies Hospital.
MAST, Phillip Nelson and Eva S. (Leid), Denver, a daughter, at home.
MILLER, George J. and Rachel (Weaver), East Earl, a daughter, at Women & Babies Hospital.
NOLT, Jonas and Rosella
(Zeiset), East Earl, a daughter, at home.
SHAFFER, Trinity, and Marvin R. Lintner, Ephrata, a son, at Women & Babies Hospital.
SHIRK, Joseph Z. and Regina Z. (Rissler), Leola, a son, at home.
TURNER, Luin and Shardei, Lititz, a son, at UPMC Lititz.
ZOOK, Stephen and Priscilla (King), New Holland, a daughter, at home.
December 1
Winston Jace Zimmerman, 2, son of Curvin and Kerri Zimmerman, East Earl, grandson of Ray and Karen Zimmerman, Ephrata, and John and Emma Zimmerman, East Earl.
December 3
Derlyn Kade Reiff, 8, son of Nelson and Christine Reiff, Denver.
December 8
Katelyn W. Hoover, 6, daughter of Glen and Marianne Hoover, Ephrata.
Jadon W. Hoover, 10, son of Glen and Marianne Hoover, Ephrata.
Quinton Ray Ringler, 1, son of Nathan Ray and Beth Ann Ringler, East Earl.
Ellie Noelle Weaver, 6, daughter of Mark and Janelle Weaver, East Earl, granddaughter of Gerald and Carolyn Martin, and Paul and Ada Mae Weaver.
Ethan Neil Weaver, 6, son of Mark and Janelle Weaver, East Earl, grandson of Gerald and Carolyn Martin, and Paul and Ada Mae Weaver.
December 4
Emily S. Hoover, 8, daughter of Wayne and Erla Hoover, Narvon.
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Keith Hoover Rissler, 8, son of Philip and Lucinda Rissler, Mohnton, grandson of Ivan and Erma Rissler, Reinholds, and John and Mary Hoover, East Earl.
Nathan Samuel Royer, 8, son of Thomas and Alexandra Royer, Lancaster, grandson of Susie Long, Ephrata, and great-grandson of Susan A. Hollinger, Stevens.
December 9
Derek Trent Martin, 4, son of Delbert and Marie Martin, Reinholds, grandson of Melvin and Eva Jane Martin, Reinholds.
Ellianne L. Reiff, 9, daughter of Titus Jr. and Susan Reiff, East Earl.
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Adamstown Library Events
The library is free for PA residents. Bring ID or other proof of address to Adamstown Area Library to get your library card. Adamstown Area Library is located at 110 West Main Street in Adamstown, next to the post office. Regular library hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Learn more about free events at the library and register at AdamstownAreaLibrary.org or 7174844200.
• Giving Grove Tree at the Renaissance Faire – Saturday, December 6 through Sunday, December 7; and Saturday, December 13 through Sunday, December 14. Their tree will be available for viewing at the PA Renaissance Fairgrounds on these dates. You can donate by scanning the QR codes on their ornaments or leaving a cash donation in their collection jar. Stop by and support the library!
• Marine Corps Reserve
“TOYS FOR TOTS”Through Thursday, December 11 Donations of new, unwrapped gifts are being accepted in the box located near the circulation desk through Thursday, December 11.
• Mitten & Accessory Tree – Through Sunday, December 7. Donations of NEW, unwrapped mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, socks, etc. will be accepted through Sunday, December 7 and distributed to local families and children in need.
• Elf on the Shelf –Now through Thursday, December 18. Elf on the Shelf is hiding in the library! Tell the librarian where you saw Cocoa the Elf and receive a raffle ticket to win a Prize. He will move every day, so stop in often to claim more raffle tickets.
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Celebrate
The Season With 3rd Annual Christmas Luminary Walk
The community is invited to enjoy a free and festive event – the third annual Christmas Luminary Walk, held in Akron’s Roland Park on Saturday, December 13, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Bring along your flashlights, gather with family and friends and celebrate the season!
Shown in the photo, from left to right, are (front) Marleigh Girke, Erika Kreider, Ben Chelton, Sue Glick, Levi Girke; (back) Dennis Maust, Barry Kreider, Mark Emerson, Tom Burnett, Tim Jantz, Carl Laws Landis, and Alex Chelton.
Two paths are available to take this year the beautiful
Cocalico NHS Leaders
The newly elected officers of the Cocalico High School National Honor Society step into their roles for the current academic year. Dedicated to upholding the four pillars of scholarship, service, leadership, and character, the society works to promote academic excellence and inspire a commitment to helping the community. These exemplary student leaders will oversee the chapter’s various service projects and work to foster these high ideals among their peers throughout the school year.
Shown in the photo, from left to right, are (seated) Elizabeth Amudala
Ruby Baumbach (Treasurer).
lanternlit path through the evergreens, or a level path from the parking lot for easier walking, so all can enjoy the evening. About 800 electric candle luminary lanterns will light the paths. Most of the blocks that give weight to the paper bags were borrowed from Mainspring of Ephrata’s Winters Leadership Memorial Committee that holds an annual luminary walk on Veterans Day.
musical groups, storytelling, homemade cookies, and hot cocoa will all add to the festive occasion. The public is invited to bring a donation for the Ephrata Social Services Food Bank. Suggested items include canned tuna, canned ravioli, jam or jelly and peanut butter.
Sue Glick of Pilgrims Mennonite Church, Lumin
ary Walk chairperson, said that about 600 people attended the walk in 2024, and this year the committee is planning for 800. “We are pleased that last year’s event was so well received. People were happy and enjoyed being together,” Glick said.
Contributing to the efforts of Pilgrims Mennonite Church, this year again more
churches and businesses have donated, adding to the success.
Glick said, “We are grateful the community is so involved again this year.” Volunteers from churches are contributing by making cookies, providing music, and serving in many other ways. Hilltop Harmony will
Peace U.C.C. Presents “The Wonder Of Christmas”
The Choir of Peace United Church of Christ (U.C.C.) will present, “The Wonder of Christmas” on Sunday, December 21 at the 8:30 a.m. worship service. Created, arranged and orchestrated by David Hamilton, with narrations by Karla Worley, “The Wonder of Christmas” is filled with interpretations of familiar songs that are a reflection of the countless ways people respond to the glorious truth of the Savior’s birth. From the opening selection “Let Us
Adore Him,” that combines contemporary and classical around the carol “O Come, All Ye Faithful” to “Sing Noel” featuring the interplay of “African Noel” and “Go Tell It On The Mountain,” music and voices soar! An original poem by Karla Worley entitled, “On a Night Like This,” is featured before the finale, “O Come, All Ye Faithful.”
Phyllis Sands is the Organist and Choir Director of Peace U.C.C., which is
located at 37 E. Swartzville Road (Route 897), Denver. You are cordially invited to experience “The Wonder of Christmas” as you prepare to welcome the Gift of the Christ Child this Christmas! The congregation also warmly invites you to Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship on Wednesday, December 24. Bell music will lead them into a 5:00 p.m. worship service around the theme “Unwrapping the
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story in scripture and song, story and reflection, culminating in the
of candles and the singing of “Silent
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instructions for a special project. Starting that day, you can pick up a kit in the library foyer. One per family please while supplies last. For ages 512 years.
• Young At Heart –Wednesdays, December 3 and 17 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. REAL Life Community Services invites you to Young at Heart, with free events for anyone age 60 and up. Join them at the library for coffee, chatting, games, crafts, and more on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. For more information, call 7173367797 or visit REALLCS.org.
• “Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime – Every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Stories and an easy craft for ages 36 with adult. Wednesdays, December 3, 10, and 17. No Storytime on Wednesdays, December 24 or December 31.
• Doggie Downtime –Wednesday, December 3 at 10:45 a.m. Do you need some tailwagging tranquility in your life?
Gaze into Twinkle’s big, beautiful, calming eyes to help wash your troubles away! (Therapy Dogs International). For all ages.
• Connect with a Social Worker at the Library –Wednesdays, December 3 and 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Are you facing challenges or seeking support in your life? A licensed social worker from REAL Life Community Services is here to help!
Regular hours are every other Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the library’s community room. To make an appointment, call Becca at 7173367797 or email her at becca@ reallcs.org. REAL Life Community Services serves residents of Cocalico School District.
• “Twinkling Stars” Baby Storytime – Every Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Simple stories, rhymes, puppets, songs, and fingerplays. For babies with adults. Thursdays, December 4, 11, 18. No Storytime on Thursday, December 25 or Thursday, January 1.
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Claus, holiday music by Phredd Ukulele One Man Band, gifts from Member’s 1st FCU, holiday movie, raffle prizes, and cookies & milk.
• Denver Borough Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Sunday, December 7 at 4:00 p.m. at the Municipal Building, 501 Main Street, Denver. Tree lighting at 5:00 p.m. Food, drinks, crafts, music, treat bags, story time at 4:45 p.m. by Mrs. Claus (aka Miss Maribeth), and of course, Santa Claus! Please bring a nonperishable can or boxed food item which will be donated to Peter’s Porch Food Bank and redistributed to people in the community this holiday season. Come and enjoy the festivities with your family, friends, and neighbors as they begin a season of peace and joy in the Borough.
• American Girl Bag Pickup – On Monday, December 8, there will be a new American Girl packet to pick up, filled with fun for you and your doll! Starting that day, you can pick up a kit in the library foyer. One per family please while supplies last. For ages 512 years.
Ehly, Kevin Hewitt, and Martha Glass. For all ages.
• Genealogy Group –Tuesday, December 9 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. This group meets at the library on the second Tuesday of each month for short talks from genealogy researcher Ken McCrea, along with lively discussions and research help. For older students and adults. Beginners and walkins are welcome.
• STEAM Saturday –Saturday, December 13, dropin from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math through games, activities, and projects with Miss Maribeth (Ages 512)
• “The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time –Every Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by an easy craft and free play. For toddlers with adults.
Thursdays, December 4, 11, 18. No Storytime on Thursday, December 25 or Thursday, January 1.
• Children’s Christmas Party – On Saturday, December 6, drop in from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for lots of fun! Photo ops with Santa, Storytime by Mrs.
• Holiday Craft & MultiAuthor Extravaganza –Tuesday, December 9 at 6:00 p.m. Enjoy the season by listening to some local children’s authors showcase their books, create a beautiful Pony Bead Ornament, and purchase an authorsigned copy for someone special this holiday season. Authors include Eddie Hall, Ali M.
• “Beaver” Discovery DropIn – Monday, December 15 and Tuesday, December 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Every month they will use their senses to explore a different Pennsylvania Game Commission Kit of pelts, wings, skulls, claws, books, activities, and all kinds of other manipulatives. For all ages.
• Two Cousins Fundraiser – Monday, December 15 from 10:30 a.m. to 9:30
p.m. Present the “Food for a Cause Flyer” to the cashier at Two Cousins Stevens on December 15 and 15% of your bill will be donated to the Adamstown Area Library. Cash Sales Only. Dine In or Take Out. Must pick up a physical copy of flyer at library to take along or show the flyer posted to their FB page on your phone.
• Book Club – Monday, December 15 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Join them at Adamstown Area Library for their new monthly Book Club! This December, they’re taking a break from their usual assigned reading for a holiday book chat. Come share the books you’ve loved this year, swap reading recommendations, and enjoy some festive conversation with fellow book lovers. Please register.
• Almost Perfect Crimes –Tuesday, December 16 at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. Join
Miss Jess as they discover “Whodunit!” Upon registration, you will receive the Zoom link and the Mini Murder Mystery Story. Additional clues and evidence will be revealed during their meeting as they try to solve the crime together. For teens and adults due to some graphic content.
• Wildlife Wednesdays –Wednesday, December 17 at 6:00 p.m. Every month, the Lancaster County Parks & Rec Dept. will teach them about different wildlife and environmental topics. They will be covering a wide range of topics, so be sure to check out their upcoming events! December is Holiday Nature Crafts. For all ages.
• TEEN “Spice of the Month” – Monday, December 22. On the fourth Monday of every month bags include a packet of that month’s spice, papers that include history about the
spice, recipes, and cookbook recommendations. December is Ancho Chili Powder. For teens.
• Castañeda’s Library Fundraiser – Wednesday, December 24 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. On the last Wednesday of each month, 10% of all proceeds at Castañeda’s Mexican Restaurant in Denver will go to the Library! (excludes alcohol). Dinein or takeout that day to enjoy great food while supporting the library! 323 Main Street, Denver.
• Library Closed –Wednesday, December 24, Thursday, December 25, Wednesday, December 31, and Thursday, January 1. The library will be closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. In addition, there will be no Storytimes the weeks of Christmas and New Year’s.
• They Adopted a Cow! – For the next 4 months, their patrons will watch Baby “Fluff” grow up at Kurtland Farm in Elverson, PA. They will follow her journey of growth, care, and milk production. Stop in the children’s room often to see updated pictures and information. For all ages.
• “Nursery Rhyme” Play & Learn Center – All month. Stop in at the library to enjoy their story corner Play & Learn Center. It’s a great place to hang out for some educational fun with toys, puppets, vocab, figures, blocks, and more all with a “Mother Goose” Theme.
• Teen Question Board –all winter. They invite teens to stop in the Young Adult Section to vote for “Winter… Would You Rather?” Add a sticker dot to select your favorite. Results will be posted on their Facebook page.
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again be headliners at the event. The musical group includes Dave Lefever, Dennis Maust, Becca Rupley and Diane Gehman. Additionally, other different musical groups will perform along the trails. Rebecca Thatcher Murcia will be the MC this year.
A photo booth will be set up where volunteers will take visitors’ photos on their own camera. Props will be
ready for the public to use to make their photos creative and memorable.
People are asked to park in the lot by Pavilion 1, near the playground. There, volunteers will show people where to walk, as they have options to walk ¼ mile, ½ mile, or any other distance one wishes. Remember to bring a flashlight!
The luminary walk will be cancelled if wintry weather or heavy rain makes travel unsafe. To learn if the event is cancelled, call 7173683707 or go to the Christmas Luminary Walk Facebook page at this link: https:// www.facebook.com/share/ g/1A5mraDqFQ/. 9 9
• Teen Candy Cane Hunt
– All month. Check out a young adult book that has a paper candy cane. Bring to the circulation desk to receive a piece of candy.
One per day please.
• Friends Book Sale – No book sales in December The book sale is paused for the holidays and will resume in midJanuary.
REGULAR TYPE 15 words or less, $5.00 per week. 20¢ each word over 15 words.
COMMERCIAL RATE: $7.00 first 15 words + 20¢ each additional word
EXAMPLES:
FOR SALE: Dog houses, all sizes and shapes. Call 000000-0000.
FOR SALE: Dog houses, all sizes and shapes. Call 000000-0000.
BOLD 15 words or less, $6.00 per week. 25¢ each word over 15 words. COMMERCIAL RATE: $8.00 first 15 words + 25¢ each additional word.
EXAMPLES: FOR SALE: Dog houses, all sizes and shapes. Call 000000-0000. FOR SALE: Dog houses, all sizes and shapes. Call 000-000-0000.
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15 words or less, $7.00 per week. 30¢ each word over 15 words.
COMMERCIAL RATE: $9.00 first 15 words + 30¢ each additional word.
EXAMPLES: FOR SALE: Dog houses, all sizes and shapes. Call 000000-0000.
FOR SALE: Dog houses, all sizes and shapes. Call 000-000-0000.
SHOPPING NEWS CLASSIFIEDS
For Sale
FOR SALE: 3 ice cream chairs; 5-1/2’ bed liner for pick-up truck; hardtop bed cover for 5-1/2’ bed; padded sit up bench. 484-332-3439.
FOR SALE: Ariens snow blower, 30”, serviced, used very little, $900. 717-9515956.
FOR SALE: Berks History Books. Memories Of A Bygone Era -History Of South Mountain Resorts, Wernersville, $58. Blue Marsh And Pleasant Valley -One Last Look, $65. New by authors. 610-678-4219.
FOR SALE: Nativity Set, hand painted and antiqued, 23 pc. set. Manger included. $150 OBO. 717-875-3878.
FOR SALE: Commercial construction, retirement community, or at home aging in place. Delta Traditional grab bars. ADA compliant, concealed screws, direct to stud installation. 1-1/4”, stainless /brushed nickel. 1 @ 36”, $80, 3@24”, $70 each and 1 18” for $60. 717-203-6521.
FOR SALE: Phasemaster Rotary Phase Converter. $600. Buyer must pick up /remove. Wernersville. Scott, 610-860-6050.
Denver Lions Recognize Student Of The Month
The Denver Lions Club has recognized Asher Desiato, of Stevens, as Student of the Month for October. Asher is the son of Nick and Joy Desiato.
Asher was recognized as an honor student multiple times and is a member of the National Honor Society. Beyond his studies, Asher participates in Track and Field, as a longdistance runner, and is a member of the Star Wars Club and the Music Practice Club. He serves as a teacher’s assistant for communications and utilizes his skills in the production of homecoming and Sir Valentines videos.
Outside of school, Asher attends Lancaster Evangelical Free Church where he operates the camera for services. He also volunteers at the annual Reamstown Days and has participated in two local mission trips. He also helps his neighbors with shoveling snow.
FOR SALE: Flags, flagpoles, cases, hats, pins. Decorative flags and mailbox covers on sale. American Flag Shoppe near Adamstown, 717-484-1183.
FOR SALE: Total Gym, gently used. Accessories included. Price is firm. Leave a message. 717-733-5851.
FOR SALE: Two seated Raleigh bike, very good. Western saddle, nice. 40’ aluminum ladder, nice. All $195 each. 717-351-7096
Appliances
FOR SALE: Matching S.S. KitchenAid fridge, glass top cook stove and microwave. Good condition. 717-4454419.
Auto/Truck
FOR SALE: 1969 Mach 1 Mustang 351, four barrel, four speed, all original parts. Asking $40,000. 717669-3483.
FOR SALE: 1988 48’ Trailmobile. No leaks, tires hold air. Storage or jockey use. $2,500. 717-406-4148.
FOR SALE: Star Wars collectible sets: Japanese Celebration Coin, Cosbie Bobblehead and Hyper Peek set. Call for details, 717344-7472.
FOR SALE: Hess trucks, 80s and 90s, Texaco trucks, baseball cards, 1980s, baseball sets, steins. 610-3839585, evenings, 6pm-7pm.
FOR SALE: Birdfeeders, birdhouses, mailboxes, wood sheds, Purple Martin houses, mealworm feeders, more. Handcrafted with wood, can also help install. 717-6261260 or visit 445 Sleepy Hollow Road, Lititz.
FOR SALE: 2003 Chev. Blazer LT. Mint condition, no rust, 80,000 miles. Garage kept most of the time. Sunroof, trailer package. Many extras. BO. 717-286-5165 or 717-738-7607. If no answer, leave voicemail.
FOR SALE: 2003 Thunderbird. 2 owners, 57,000 miles. 2 tops. Clean. PA inspected. Ephrata. $13,800. 717-3449136.
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His future plans include attending Elizabethtown College pursuing a major in Communications.
Denver Lions Club is proud to honor Asher Desiato for his scholastic achievements and service to others.
Shown in the photo, from left to right, is Denver Lions President, Brandon Webb presenting Asher Desiato his award.
snowblower 10-24-E, electric start, self-steering, hand warmer, used very little, mint condition, cost new $1,000 plus tax, selling for $550. Call 717-3050495.
FOR SALE: Sprayer tank on skid, 100 gallon, 300’ hose, recoil motor. $400. 717951-5956.
FOR SALE: Toro Powerclear 621E snowblower, $275; Toro Powerclear 621R snowblower, $225. Both run excellent. Call 717669-2348.
FOR SALE: Used lawn mower sales and small engine service. 928 Fivepointville Rd., Stevens. 717-445-5090.
FOR SALE: Used sheds, many to choose from. Also, new sheds, playsets, poly furniture. 610-743-5660.
Real Estate
FOR SALE: Lebanon county senior living, conversion approved project, great location, brand new roof. Contact 717-4754787.
Sporting Goods
FOR SALE: Barnett crossbow, Raptor FX, $400. Call 484-332-3242.
Notice
NOTICE: Piano lessons. Enjoy working with all ages and abilities, 26 years experience. 717-201-9366.
NOTICE: Piano lessons. Call Susan Lambert, lessons for all ages. 717-371-4742.
NOTICE: We accept brush, trimmings, grass clippings, trees and stumps for a small fee. Call Martin Mulch for information. 717-733-1602.
WANTED
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Announcements
NOTICE: Mark your calendar, December 13, 10am. Santa arrives at Starlite Campsite, 1500 Furnace Hill Road, Stevens. Reindeer are scheduled for hoof trimming and haircut so Santa will arrive on a big, beautiful fire truck courtesy of Durlach-Mt. Airy Fire Co. Coffee, hot chocolate, cookies for all.
Lost & Found
NOTICE:
Garage Sale
NOTICE: Heated Garage Sale, December 4-6, 7am. Downsizing w/reduced prices. Kid’s books, toys, Tupperware, kettles, cookbooks, bedding, towels, boom box, candles, Bath & Body Work items (new at reduced prices), Christmas gift items, Christmas decorations, puzzles, snowmen, snowpants,
sleds, misc. 655 West Route 897, Reinholds, near Kountry Korner Drive-In Blainsport.
Shopping News Photo by Donald Reese
Cocalico High School is pleased to recognize the following Students of the Month. Shown, from left to right, are Bianca Vang (East Cocalico Lions), Elizabeth Amudala (Denver Lions) and Lily Ahrens (Rotary Club).
Help Offered
HELP OFFERED: Dump Truck Service, haul dirt, stone, etc. Excavating also. 717-629-5011.
HELP OFFERED: Brock Crills Auto Detailer. Wash, wax, clean interior, tire shine. Call or text for pricing. 717-733-4767.
HELP OFFERED: Denny’s Property Improvements. Plumbing, flooring, appliances, painting, etc. Great with punch/codes lists. Licensed & insured, 23 years experience. 484-955-6938.
HELP OFFERED: I can fix your propane/kerosene torpedo heaters. Lititz/ Ephrata. 717-828-9258 leave message.
HELP OFFERED: Don Graham Remodeling, repairs around your home. Electrical, plumbing, drywall, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, painting, deck repairs, pressure washing, deck cleaning and sealing. Licensed and insured. PA Contractor #037752. Visit www.DonGrahamRemodeling.com. Call 717-3688943
HELP OFFERED: Light tree trimming, debris removal, hedge trimming, mulching and leaf cleanup. Great prices, free estimates. Call Tim at 717-824-2831.
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HELP OFFERED: Eberly’s Drywall Finishing, Patching and Repair. No job too small. 717-826-3182, leave message.
HELP OFFERED: Experienced electrician, licensed and insured. Prompt, friendly service and free estimates. Call Jim, 717575-2147. Please leave a message.
HELP OFFERED: Junk removal and demo. Free estimates. Professional. Sheds, decks, property clean outs. Call 717-6696729.
HELP OFFERED: Need a helping hand? Mulching, shearing, general landscaping cleanups. Honest, reliable, affordable. Free estimates. Call Matt, 717-738-4360.
HELP OFFERED: Self-employed Christian electrician looking for more work. Old homes and farm house updating to generators or fusebox/panel upgrades. Call/text Keith, 717-8164582. PA#008058.
HELP OFFERED: Interior painting, drywall repairs, light carpentry. Call about our winter discounts. Let us take the pain out of painting. Call Damien, 717940-5912. PA#032157.
HELP OFFERED: Bitner Brothers Construction from basements to roofs, free estimates. PA# 017457. 717-6359215.
Help Wanted
HELP WANTED: Part-time experienced cleaning help, transportation required, flexible hours, great wages. Call 717-336-4854.
HELP WANTED: Part-time on local horse farm, mornings, Monday-Saturday, Feeding, turn-out, stalls. Call 717-371-4669.
To Buy
WANTED: Buying Hess trucks, comic books, phonograph records, baseball cards, hunting and fishing licenses, holiday decorations, advertising signs, gas station items, Royal Doulton figures, car license plates, Fiestaware, Roseville, and Hull pottery, beer trays, clocks and signs, trains, toys, Winross, Tonka, coins, sports cards, baseball yearbooks. Phone 717926-0633 or 717-272-4338.
WANTED: Corvettes, 19532019. Always buying. Call Jeff Gast, Lancaster, 717575-4561.
WANTED: $50-$500 paid for junk autos. Free removal. Call anytime, licensed, insured, bonded. All paperwork taken care of legally. 717989-6980.
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WANTED: Buying silver dollars, paying $28 each. Buying wheat cents, buying Buffalo nickels. Buying Franklin and Liberty half dollars, paying $14 each. Also buying comic books, GI Joe, phonograph records. Phone 717-2724338 or 717-926-0633.
WANTED: Vinyl records & musical instruments: paying cash. Top dollar paid for your vinyl records, all styles and genres, 33s, 45s & 78s. Guitars, amps, anything music! Also, video games, consoles and equipment. Call or stop by today, Lititz Music Company, 47 S. Broad St. in Lititz. 717-627-4929, www. lititzmusic.com.
WANTED: Highest cash paid for cars, any condition. Licensed professional. 717-278-9539.
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WANTED! MOTORCYCLES & MINI BIKES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717577-8206 KRMiller1965@ yahoo.com
BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com
Metal Roofing & Siding, 36” Coverage Ag Panel, Winter Special Burgundy color, $2.00 L.F $.67 SQ. FT. Made Ephrata Pa Email; sales@7174455222.com
shed and vinylsided garden shed. Horst Auctioneers.
SAT., DECEMBER 6 -
8:00 a.m. - James Robert Weaber, 914 May Rd., Lititz. Wellbuilt brick 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch style house with attached oversized 2bay garage on 0.63 acre level lot. Real estate at 12:00 noon. Witman Auctioneers, Inc.
SAT., DECEMBER 69:00 a.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Single owner antique and vintage toy auction. Horst Auctioneers.
2 Bdrms., Office, Full Bath, Laundry, Propane Forced Air Heat, Lg. Cold Cellar, Utility Shed, Approx. 2.5 Ac. of High-Tensile Fenced-In Pasture, Run-In Shed, Well, On-Site Septic, ELCO SD, Jackson Twp., Zoning: Ag, Taxes: $7,193.00.
NOTE: A very desirable country setting w/level to gentle sloped almost 4 ac. suitable for animals. Finish the Kitchen & LR to your taste w/elec. & plumbing already roughed in. Myerstown/Richland Area w/quick & easy access to Rts. 501 & 422.
OPEN HOUSE: By appointment (call Joel at 717-383-5606).
TERMS: 10% Down, Balance in 45 Days.
SEE MORE INFO & PHOTOS: www.lhauctionsinc.com Auction For: Dewey L . & Kathryn L. Miller
Attorney: Timothy Engler (717) 866-5737
WWW.LHAUCTIONSINC.COM
Mitsubishi 3-Stage 5000 lb. LP w/Side Shift & Fork Adjusters; Nissan 60 3-Stage 6,000 LP Side Shift; SHOP EQUIP: 400 Ton Pacific Press Brake Model K400 w/1 Axis CNC Back Gauge; 4310 Cincinnati Shear; Amada RG 80 Press Brake; Pacific 150 Ton 18” Stroke Punch Press; (2) Mubea KBL Ironworkers; Parts Tumbler; Gates Hose Crimper + Inventory; Gorton Milling Machine; Demco 6’ Lathe w/26” Swing; Cincinnati Bickford Drill; Clausing Drill Press; 60 Ton Shop Press; Air Flow Downdraft Welding Table; DiAcro Model #8 Power Bender; Miller XMT 304 CC/CV Welder w/75 Series Wire Feeder; Hypertherm Plasma Cutter; Miller XMT 350 CC/CV 70 Series Wire Feeder; Lincoln Invertec V300 Pro w/Ln-742 Wire Feeder; Ridgid 535 Pipe Threader; DoALL C-916A Metal Cutting Bandsaw; Reed 3/16x5’ Metal Roller; Peddinghaus Iron Worker; Surface Grinder w/Magnetic Vise; Nice Assort. of Press Brake Tooling; Milling Machine Tooling; Bits & Reamers; Lathe Tooling; UniPunches; Numerous Air Hoists; Jib Crane; Freestanding Bridge Crane; H.D. Sawhorses; Welding Tables; Collapsible Crates; Steel Racking; Pup Storage Trailer (w/Title); Truck Box; Etc. MISC.: Torch Set w/extra Oxygen Tank, (2) Welding Gas Tanks, Contents of Bolt Bin, 500 Gal. Propane Tank; 8x12 Office Bldg.; 8x20 Mini Barn; Swedish-Made Anvil; Hand Tools; Pneumatic Tools; Roll Around Toolbox, Lots of Scrap & Steel Inventory, DeWalt Magnetic Drill; Banding Cart; Vidmar Cabinet w/UniPunch Tooling; Pallet Racking; Etc.
NOTE: Don’t miss this retirement auction w/something for everyone. Too many items to list! Come see what we find!
TERMS: Cash, Good PA Check or Credit Card (w/3% fee). No Out-of-State Checks. SEE MORE INFO. & PHOTOS: www.lhauctionsinc.com
Auction For: Horst Road Repair, Leon Fisher (717) 949-3342 & the Late Gideon Fisher WWW.LHAUCTIONSINC.COM
SAT., DECEMBER 6 -
11:00 a.m. - Dewey L. and Kathryn L. Miller, 188 Lengle Rd., Myerstown. 5 bedroom, 3 bath rancher, fenced pasture, runin shed on 3.96 +/ acres. L&H Auctions, Inc.
SAT., DECEMBER 62:00 p.m. - Kenneth O. Yiengst, 9001 Lancaster Ave., Bethel. 2 bedroom, 11/2 bath 1 story on .97 +/acres. L&H Auctions Inc.
MON., DECEMBER 87:00 p.m. - Artisan Barnwood Furniture, 103 S. Ronks Rd., Ronks. Public online only auction of woodworking equipment. Genset 150 kW generator, planers, wide belt sander, dust collection system, table saw, reclaimed lumber, tools. Auction closes at 7:00 p.m.
BeilerCampbell Auction Services.
TUES., DECEMBER 96:00 p.m. - Bareville Fire Company, 211 E. Main St., Leola. Morgan dollars, many uncirculated silver dollars, proof sets, silver eagles, 4 oz. and 1 oz. silver, presidential dollars, penny sets, state quarter sets, stamp book sets. Doors open at 4:00 p.m. for preview. BeilerCampbell Auction Services.
WED., DECEMBER 10 - 1:00 p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.
FRI., DECEMBER 128:00 a.m. - Roy E. Snyder Estate, 462 Sawmill Rd., New Providence. Country 3 bedroom rancher, 2car garage, 1 acre rural lot. Real
estate at 2:00 p.m. Mowers, tools, antiques, furniture, household items, 100+ gun collection, hunting and military items. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
FRI., DECEMBER 129:00 a.m. - Horst Road Repair, 135 Horst Rd., Myerstown. Forklifts, shop equipment, tools. L&H Auctions, Inc.
FRI., DECEMBER 129:00 a.m. - Horst Road Repair, 135 Horst Rd., Myerstown. Forklifts, shop equipment, tools. L&H Auctions Inc.
FRI., DECEMBER 129:00 a.m. - Noah Shirk Auctions, 220 Covered Bridge Rd., Ephrata. Greenhouse, produce equipment and supplies, farm equipment and tools. BeilerCampbell Auction Services.
SAT., DECEMBER 139:00 a.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, toys, model trains, dolls, household goods, tools, lawn and garden equipment. Horst Auctioneers.
Brick rancher w/1,100 SF, eat-in kitchen, large living/family rm., 3 bdrms., full bath, laundry, full bsmt., oil hot water heat, breezeway, 1 car garage, large 21½x9 deck, low maintenance w/covered soffit, fascia, insulated/tilt windows, level lawn, completely fenced-in & garden area. Corner lot w/access from Wea-Wit St. & Musser Rd. Owners relocating & serious to sell. Absolute move-in condition w/beautiful oak hardwood flooring. Low taxes. Ideal as residence or investment. Convenient East Earl, Blue Ball location. Personal inspection by appt. or Open House Sat., Dec. 6 & 13 from 1 to 4 PM. For more information, visit www.klinekreidergood.com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368)
Randal V. Kline
Roy E. Good, Jr. Aaron Z. Nolt
Curvin M. Horning
717-733-1006 Lic. #499, #2116, #5064, #3956
Andrew H. & Janet M. Martin 717-381-5704
www.klinekreidergood.com
SAT., DECEMBER 1310:00 a.m. - E. Darrell Martin, 103 Main St., Akron. Akron 3 bedroom split level home with a 1car garage. Hess Auction Group.
SAT., DECEMBER 1312:00 Noon - Mike Hornberger, 827 Disston View Dr., Lititz. 4 bedroom home with an unfinished basement and a 2story detached garage. Hess Auction Group.
SAT., DECEMBER 1312:00 Noon - 170 +/ acres of riverfront woodland, Lock Haven area, Grugan Township. Estimated nearly 1.5 miles of frontage on the Susquehanna, estimated 5,400 ft. of road frontage, gas, oil and mineral rights included. Horning Farm Agency, Inc.
SAT., DECEMBER 132:00 p.m. - David T. Hershey, 1365 Stevens St., Manheim. 3 bedroom home on over an acre with a large unfinished basement and a 2car garage. Hess Auction Group.
SAT., DECEMBER 132:00 p.m. - Debra L. Conner, 364 Michters Rd., Newmanstown. 4 bedroom, 21/2 bath, 11/2 story + detached garage on 12.6 +/ acre wooded lot. L&H Auctions, Inc.
MON., DECEMBER 15 - 9:00 a.m. - KC Warehouse Deals, 55 New St., Ephrata. KC Warehouse Deals Complete Liquidation forklift, pallet jacks, tools, shelving, inventory. L&H Auctions, Inc.
TUES., DECEMBER 16 - 9:00 a.m. - Will Beinhower, 3043 Back Run Rd., Manheim. Trucks, trailers, tow motors, skid loader, shop equipment, shop tools,
1175 W. Swartzville Rd., Reinholds, PA 17569. From intersection of Rt. 897 & Ridge Rd. in Reinholds, take Rt. 897 S. short distance to property on left. (E. Cocalico Twp., Lanc. Co.)
3 ACRE Country Property w/2½ sty. dwl. w/1,612 SF finished area, country eat-in kitchen w/appliances & exposed beams, living & family rms., 1st floor laundry/mudrm., 4 bdrms., 2 full baths, fireplace, attic, bsmt., propane furnace w/heat pump, central AC, central vac, updated 200-amp service, insulated/tilt windows & covered front & rear porches. Outbldgs.: Insulated/heated truck shop 72x40 w/(2) 14x14 insulated overhead doors, propane heat, 200-amp service & water, 2 sty. bank barn 48x30 w/barn yard & fenced pasture, 1½ sty. 2 car garage 26x22 w/2nd floor finished rec. rm., stone smokehouse 3 ACRE country lot w/circle driveway & mature shade. Ideal acreage family property w/clean, well maintained 4 bdrm. house, truck shop, barn & garage. Great opportunity for owner operator trucker. Convenient location, minutes to Rts. 272, 222 Bypass & Turnpike. Personal inspection by appointment or open house December 6 & 13 from 1 to 4 PM. For more detailed information, visit www.klinekreidergood.com.
210 Musser Rd., East Earl. From New Holland, Rt. 322 E. thru Blue Ball. Right Musser Rd. House corner of Musser Rd. & WeaWit St.
storage racking, snowmobiles. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
TUES., DECEMBER 16
- 3:00 p.m. - Four Horsemen Realty LLC, 554 West Broad St., New Holland. Wellbuilt income producing multiunit investment property with improvements. Martin Auctioneers, Inc.
TUES., DECEMBER 16
- 4:00 p.m. - Steven T. and Sherry F. Szymborski, 140 Engletown Rd., Honey Brook. 5 or 6 bedroom, 2 bath 2,576 sq. ft. bilevel home, 1.40 acre lot, 28’x24’ 2bay garage/shop, 18’x14’ 1bay garage/shed, 2025 Chevy 4x4 pickup truck, 2012 Honda Fury motorcycle. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.
- 1:00 p.m. - Smithville Church of God, Inc., 497 Pennsy Rd., New Providence. 21.7 acre m/l tract of land, zoned Ag, Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
WED., DECEMBER 17
- 4:00 p.m. - Kenneth D. and Carol A. Dotson, 574
Gehman School Rd., Denver. 3 bedroom, 2 bath custombuilt (2019) rancher, .39 acre lot, attached 2car garage and all seasons room, 10’x14’ shed. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.
WED., DECEMBER 17
- 4:00 p.m. - Randall S. and Sharon R. Martin, 1175 W. Swartzville Rd., Reinholds. 21/2 story 4 bedroom farmhouse, 2car garage, insulated/heated shop 72x40, bank barn 48x30, 3 acres with fenced pasture. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
THURS., DECEMBER 18 - 4:00 p.m. - Robert J. and Kathryn M. Yocum, 13 Dubson Circle, Denver. 3 bedroom, 2 bath modular rancher, .23 acre lot, 32’x12’ garage/shop, valuable recent updates, excellent investment/rental property. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.
SAT., DECEMBER 209:00 a.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Outstanding firearms, hunting, fishing and military collectibles and accessories. Horst Auctioneers.
SAT., DECEMBER 2010:00 a.m. - Andrew H. and Janet M. Martin, 210 Musser Rd., East Earl. 1 story brick 3 bedroom rancher, 1car garage, level corner lot.
Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
MON., DECEMBER 29
- 4:00 p.m. - Moses and Mamie Glick, 675 S. Ridge Rd., Denver. 8.7 acre homestead with seclusion and privacy, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a horse barn and 2 storage sheds. Intel Auctions LLC.
TUES., DECEMBER 30
- 3:00 p.m. - Gerald E. Groff Estate, Walnut Bottom Rd., Shippensburg. 4 acre tract, Zoned Manufacturing District. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
a.m. - Donald M. Breiner Estate, 169 N. Groffdale Rd., Leola. Private collection of toys pedal tractors, farm toys, Winross, ‘19 VW Jetta, ‘85 Chevy Citation 20 Motor Coach Van. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
AUCTION
2-bay garage/shop; 18’x14’ 1-bay garage/shed on a rural 1.40-acre tract. Main floor features an updated painted cabinetry 13.5’x12’ kitchen w/tile backsplash, Corian countertops, gas range, DW & fridge, vinyl flooring, sit-up bar for 6; 11’x13.5’ dining room w/French doors to rear multi-tier deck & patio; formal 15’x15.5’ living room w/bay window & vinyl flooring; 3 bedrooms w/closets & full bath; lower level has a 21’x14’ family room/bedroom w/vinyl flooring; 14’x14’ bedroom or den w/stone face gas fireplace; 20’x11’ bedroom w/patio doors to rear patio; utility room w/heat pump/central AC; radon mitigation system; on-site well & septic; stately covered front porch w/4 white columns; annual taxes:$5,973.
Outbuildings: A 28’x24’ brick/vinyl 2-bay garage/shop w/front man door; an 18’x14’ vinyl 1-bay garage/ shed; fenced yard/pasture and large garden area; nice paved driveway & parking area. OPEN HOUSE: SAT., DEC. 6 FROM 1-3 PM; for info., call/text auctioneer at (717) 371-3333. Terms: 10% down day of sale, balance in 60 days. Attorney: Glick, Goodley, Deibler & Fanning LLP (717) 354-7700.
NOTE: Great rural setting located along a quiet back road; nice wooded border; move-in ready updated home offers 2,576 sq. ft. living area; garages offer lots of storage; ideal property for backyard chickens/pets; don’t miss this auction, sellers are very motivated to sell! FOR PHOTOS & DETAILED LISTING, VISIT www.martinandrutt.com
**THESE ITEMS OFFERED IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE REAL ESTATE**
THURS., JANUARY 84:00 p.m. - M. Lois Charles, 825 Hornig Rd., Lancaster. 3 bedroom, 2 bath 1,344 sq. ft. rancher, .74 acre lot, detached 28’x25’ 2bay garage, cozy sunroom. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers.
SAT., JANUARY 1010:00 a.m. - Kenneth E. and Media A. Fisher, 4 Eagle Circle, Denver. Custom 4 bedroom Cape Cod dwelling, attached 2car garage, shed, 1/2 acre rural lot. Mowers, lawn and garden, tools, furniture. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
THURS., JANUARY 15 - 2:00 p.m. - Kevin M. and Barbara E. Fisher, 35 High St., Christiana. Country 11/2 story Aframe house, 3.2 acres. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
THURS., JANUARY 15 - 3:00 p.m. - Dean L. Gress Estate, 18 Bill Dr., Denver. Vinyl sided ranch style dwelling. Horst Auctioneers.
SAT., JANUARY 179:00 a.m. - Plenary Guardian of Wilson Huyett, 380 Kauffroth Rd., Gap. 137.2 acre farm, 99 acres tillable, 38.2 acres wooded, 3 bedroom farmhouse, bank barn, tobacco and equipment barns. Real estate at 12:00 noon. A/C tractors, farm equipment, guns, rare antiques and primitives. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.
SAT., JANUARY 1710:00 a.m. - June L. Schwar Estate, 269 Sheep Ln., Millersville. Country 1 story 4 bedroom rancher, detached 2car garage, 3.6 acres with stream. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
THURS., JANUARY 22 - 4:00 p.m. - Elizabeth G. Snader Estate, 1245 W. Swartzville Rd., Reinholds. Country 11/2 story brick 4 bedroom dwelling, 1car garage, utility building, 1/2 acre m/l lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
FRI., JANUARY 234:00 p.m. - Matthew S. and Anna J. Newswanger, 119 Harristown Rd., Paradise. Country 4 bedroom split foyer dwelling, 2car garage, level 4/10 acre lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
doors to attached 19’x16’ all seasons room (new 2024) w/polished pine cathedral ceiling, wood stove, mini split heat/AC unit; 15’x14’ primary bedroom w/WIC & spacious private bath; laundry w/washer & dryer; BR #2) 12’x10’ w/ double closet; full bath; BR #3) 12’x10’ w/double closet; attached 283 sq. ft. 2-bay garage w/attic access; inviting 22’x6’ covered front porch;
Directions: From Rt. 340/Rt. 10 in Compass, take Rt. 10 N. to left
The following were recorded at the Lancaster County Recorder of Deeds office from November 20 to November 26: Adamstown Borough
Marie E. Pitman conveyed property in Adamstown Borough to Ricky O. Good and Virginia Lee Good for $345,000.
The Wesley T. Collins and Susan R. Collins Family Revocable Trust conveyed property in Adamstown Borough to Marana Holdings LLC for $350,000.
Akron Borough
Franklin Nicholas Carr and Kelly Renee Carr conveyed property in Akron Borough to Brent Martin, Nicole D. Martin and Ryan Martin for $391,500.
Clay Township
Lewis Nolt and Burnell Zeiset conveyed property in Clay Township to Debra L. Conner for $801,500.
Witman AUCTIONEERS, INC.
PUBLIC REAL ESTATE & PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION
Saturday, December 6, 2025 • 8:00 A.M. Real Estate 12:00 Noon
Warwick Township, Lancaster County
WELL BUILT BRICK THREE BEDROOM, ONE BATH RANCH STYLE HOUSE WITH ATTACHED OVERSIZED TWO-BAY GARAGE ON 0.63-ACRE LEVEL LOT. Excellent location, minutes to Routes 501, 772, 322, downtown, shopping, restaurants, conveniences, churches. Warwick School District, hardwood floors, sun room, 1,612 sq. ft., plaster walls, plus many amenities. For Photos, Financing, Terms, Full Listing, See Website: www.witmanauctioneers.com
Auction For: James Robert Weaber • Robert J. Weaber, P.O.A.
Auction By: Witman Auctioneers, Inc. Luke R. & Clarke N. Witman www.witmanauctioneers.com (717) 665-5735 • (717) 665-1300 AY 000155-L
PUBLIC AUCTION
Dennis S. Zimmerman and Julie M. Zimmerman conveyed property in Clay Township to Chad M. Fox and Andrea L. Fox for $649,000.
Chad M. Fox and Andrea L. Fox conveyed property in Clay Township to Faithful Stewardship LLC for $425,000.
Denver Borough
The Anne E. Lutz and H. Nann B. Lutz Estate conveyed property on Main Street to Ashley R. Kissinger for $1.
East Cocalico Township
Lewis Jay Gensemer conveyed property on South Ridge Road to CSW Holdings LLC for $400,000.
East Earl Township
Jerry Weaver conveyed property on Musser Road to
Jerry Weaver and Rosalyn Zimmerman Hansen for $1. Poole Forge Properties LLC conveyed property in East Earl Township to Stephen S. Stoltzfus for $310,000.
Christopher J. Beachy conveyed property on Granite Drive to Charles Dylan Singley and Courtney Arlene Singley for $285,000.
Edward A. Stoltzfus and Bonnie L. Stoltzfus conveyed property on Brownstone Ridge to Jarrod Deel and Regina Lynn Deel for $610,000.
The Katherine R. Horner Estate conveyed property on Sutherland Drive to Gale M. Horner for $1.
Ephrata Borough
Dennis M. Hartranft Sr. and Eleanor M. Hartranft con
PUBLIC COIN AUCTION
Silver Quarter Round, 1 oz. Fine Silver Maple
1 - oz. .999 Silver Morgan Round, Silver
Proof Set, Lots of Uncirculated Silver. Large Cents, Buffalo Coin Set, Kennedy Halves, 24 Kt. Gold Enriched Presiden�al Dollars, Buffalo Coin Set, State Quarters, Eagle Coin Set, U.S. Vice President Metal Set, Gold & Silver Enhanced Pennies, Book of S Coin Set 1935-1954, Lincoln Bicentennial Penny & Stamp Sets, Na�onal Park Quarter set, Complete V Nickel Set (includes 1885 & 1886), Mint Sets, Colorized Ike Dollars, Lincoln Wheat Penny Set (1909-1958), 2008 Denver Mint Year Set, Complete State Quarter Books, Thomas Jefferson Coin & Stamp Collec�on, Complete Buffalo Nickel Set (Includes VR I & II), America the Beau�ful Quarter Silver Proof Set, Stamp Books & More. Auc�oneer Notes: This Coin Auc�on Will Be the First of Several Coin Auc�ons for The Seller, A Long Time Coin Collector of Mostly Uncirculated Coins & Sets. Come & Join Us at the Auc�on.
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veyed property on East Pine Street to Kevin A. Brendle and Jaclyn S. Brendle for $340,000.
Tyler John Cutter conveyed property on Henn Avenue to Thomas M. Silvers for $254,100.
Leonard Sensenig and Dawn E. Sensenig conveyed property in Ephrata Borough to Sela Property Management LLC for $218,000.
The Dorothy H. Hartman Estate conveyed property on West Main Street to Jessica Burkholder and Christopher Pascoe for $375,000.
Ephrata Township
Matthew T. Wingenroth and Ligia Wingenroth conveyed property in Ephrata Township to Silas L. Potter for $355,000.
Keith A. Combs and Rosemarie Combs conveyed property on Hazlewood Circle to Daniel Carneiroro
limesmerald and Luzanne Laubscher Esmeraldo for $435,000.
Collin Allen Haines and Hayley L. Wasson conveyed property in Ephrata Township to Raymond K. T. Chun and Kaitlin M. Chun for $388,500.
Corinne Ann Swartzendruber conveyed property in Ephrata Township to Jodi Janelle Burkholder for $370,000. The Marlene M. Hurst Revocable Trust conveyed property on West Meadow Valley Road to N. Arlyn Hurst, Delores N. Hurst, Stephen A. Hurst and Rhonda J. Hurst for $1. The Ella Mae Eby Estate conveyed property in Ephrata Township to David B. Eby and Darvin E. Eby for $1.
NCG Holdings LTD conveyed property on West Meadow Valley Road to N.
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REAL ESTATE #1: 490 Weidmansville Rd., Ephrata – 66.7
REAL ESTATE #2: 125 Indiantown Rd., Ephrata – 16.4 ACRE Farmette w/2½ sty. farmhouse w/2016 SF finished area, eat-in kitchen w/appliances, living & family rms., storage rm., 1st floor laundry, 5 bdrms., 2 full baths, bsmt., attic, oil HW heat, w/insulated windows, attached 3 car garage 26x24. Outbldgs: 2 sty. chicken house 110x42 w/110x16 lean-to w/1st floor cattle stable & equip. storage, 1 sty. chicken house 60x18 w/elec. Level 16.4 ACRES w/approx. 14 acres tillable hi-producing limestone ground. Ideal for produce or crop farming.
REAL ESTATE #3: Weidmansville Rd., Ephrata – Adjoining level 27½ ACRE separately deeded tract of ground w/approx. 1,100’ frontage along Indiantown Rd. Ideal for produce or crop farming. All tillable high-producing limestone ground.
NOTE: Three prime pieces of Lancaster County real estate to be sold! Each tract deed separately & will be sold separately. All tracts Zoned Ag, enrolled in clean & green, but not in Ag preserve (but would be eligible). All tracts to be sold from the 490 Weidmansville Rd., Ephrata location. Convenient location, minutes to Ephrata, Lititz & Cocalico w/easy access to Rts. 322, 501, 897 & Turnpike. Personal inspection by appointment or open house December 13, 20 & 27 from 1 to 4 PM. For more detailed information, visit www.klinekreidergood.com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368)
From US-322 take N. State St. .4 Mi., Right onto E. Walnut St., Left onto Showers Alley to Auction on Right. INVENTORY: Totes & Skids of Toys; Bikes; Soap; Detergent; Toothpaste; Books (Word Search & Others); Water Bottles; Purses & Handbags; Men’s & Women’s Clothing; Socks; Underwear; Swimsuits; Slippers; Flip-Flops; Sunglasses; Reading Glasses; Scissors, Notebooks, Pens, School Supplies; Paper Shredders; Halloween Costumes; Holiday Décor; Home Décor; Candles; Wilton Cooking & Bakeware; Bird Feeders & Pet Related Items; Lg. Volume of Hinged Lid Totes; Area Rugs; Etc. MISC. STORE RELATED: Lg. Volume Gondola Shelving; Pallet Racking & Other Shelving; Shopping Carts; Warehouse Carts; Display Tables & Showcase; Clothing Displays & Racks; Modular Closet Kits; Lk. New Mobile Changing Room; Check-Out Registers; Lk. New HP LaserJet Copier; + More! FORKLIFT, PALLET JACKS & TOOLS: Electric Heister Vista Triform High Rocker Forklift w/Side Shift; Toyota Electric Pallet Jack; Pallet Jack w/Digital Scale + Others; Franklin Drywall Jack; Ultra Mini Tank Water Heaters; Rheem Condensing Gas Water Heaters; Condensing Tankless Water Heaters; Ryobi 9” Bandsaw; Roberts Tile Cutter; Lg. Husky Roll Around Toolbox; Hand & Pwr. Tools; Refrigerator Cart; Snow Blowers; Little Wonder High Performance Vac.; Husky Air Compressor; Selection of Reese Receiver Hitches; + More!
NOTE: This is a high-volume auction held inside a 40,000’ warehouse & retail facility. There will be a ring offering smaller amounts + other rings selling high volumes. Early partial listing!
Esther H. Sensenig
Estate Carl Sensenig, Exc.: 717-629-8165 www.klinekreidergood.com
Arlyn Hurst, Delores N. Hurst, Stephen A. Hurst and Rhonda J. Hurst for $1.
Joel M. Wise and Christine Wise conveyed property in Ephrata Township to Patrick W. Zimmerman and Kendal A. Zimmerman for $458,000.
Lititz Borough
Timothy E. Lefever and Debra A. Lefever conveyed property in Lititz Borough to Timothy E. Lefever and Adriana Lefever for $1.
John Redcay Stober conveyed property in Lititz Borough to Shirley Hoover for $240,000.
New Holland Borough
The Rose Ann Monger Estate conveyed property in New Holland Borough to Charlene Sue Martin for $400,000.
David W. McEldorney and Rita A. McEldorney conveyed property on Meadow Lane to Ladd L. Martin and Sharon R. Martin for $525,000.
Karla S. Harlan conveyed property in New Holland Borough to Olga E. Osorio and Nelson G. Romero for $500,000.
Kenneth Weber conveyed property in New Holland Borough to Kenneth E. Weber and Betty J. Weber for $1.
Upper Leacock Township M & G Realty Inc. conveyed property on West Main Street to LeolaMain LLC for $365,000.
W. Joseph Weidner conveyed property on Blaine Avenue to James C. Bongard and Karen M. Bongard for $595,000.
Warwick Township
RissHerr Associates LLC conveyed property in Warwick Township to RissHerr Associates LLC for $1.
Mark J. Werner and Nancy L. Werner conveyed property in Warwick Township to Ryan Olaf and Alyssa L. Olaf for $770,000.
Joel Andrew Yoder and Amy M. Yoder conveyed property
SATURDAY, DEC. 6, 2025
AT 9:00 A.M.
Preview - Friday, December 5, 2:00 P.M. thru 5:00 P.M. and Saturday, December 6, 7:00 A.M. throughout the auction.
Sale to be held at Horst Auction Center 50 Durlach Road, Ephrata, PA 17522
Collection of Antique & Vintage Toys from a Wisconsin Collection including:
Several Vintage Slot Car Race Sets with Cars; Cast Iron Still Banks; Tin Mechanical Toys; German Hill-Climber Toys; Vintage Character Toys & Action Figures; New in The Package Cap Guns; Key Wound & Friction Cars, Trucks, Boats & Airplanes; Cast Iron Cars & Trucks; Vintage Car Model Kits; Collection of Vintage & Antique Christmas & Halloween Decorations.
Catalog listing along with photos are available on our website, www.horstauction.com or at Horst Auction Center for $2.
Live Online Bidding Available through HiBid.
Accepted Payments: Cash or PA Check. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Debit Cards with 3% fee.
on Snavely Mill Road to Steven E. Fritz and Kay D. Fritz for $430,000.
Jakob P. Olree conveyed property in Warwick Township to Margaret Malloy and Patrick Gergely for $480,000.
The Katharine M. Long Estate conveyed property on Main Street to ParkPoint Group LLC for $175,000.
Warwick Crossing LLC and EG Stoltzfus Homes LLC conveyed property in Warwick Township to Bryan K. Dever and Janice R. Dever for $583,130.
Church Reserve LLC conveyed property on Somerset Lane to Lawrence H. Johnston Jr. and Shivali Johnston for $150,000.
From Schaefferstown, take PA-501 S./Stiegel Pike 1 mi., Right onto Michters Rd. 2 mi. to Property on Left. Secluded 12.6 +/- Ac. Schaefferstown/Pumping Station Area Featuring 2,040 SF 1½ Sty. Cape Cod, Main Floor consists of Kitchen/Dining Rm. Combo w/access to Wrap-Around Deck, LR w/Woodstove, ½ Bath, Primary Bed/Bath w/Dbl. Bowl Vanity, Walk-in Closet, & access to Deck, + additional Bdrm./Office. Upper Level has 2 Bdrms. w/Lg. Closets & Full Bath. CA, Baseboard Oil Hot Water Heat. Lower Level has Walkout Basement w/3-Car Garage & Family Rm. Detached 24x24 2-Car Garage. ELCO SD, Heidelberg Twp., Zoning-AT, Taxes: $5,500.56.
NOTE: If you like privacy, acreage, and hunting, this property could be for you! It boasts of a home in move-in condition, an abundance of wildlife, and a Tree House. Make use of a wrap-around deck to enjoy the beauty & sounds of nature. All on a mostly wooded 12.6 +/- ac. back a paved driveway. A great family property w/room for the kids to roam. Seller has purchased another property and needs to sell! Come prepared to buy!
OPEN HOUSE: By appointment (call Joel at 717-383-5606).
TERMS: 10% Down, Balance in 45 Days. SEE MORE INFO & PHOTOS: www.lhauctionsinc.com
Jonathan L. Reinhard and Deanna R. Reinhard conveyed property on Owl Hill Road to Kevin T. Auker and Christina Auker for $290,000.
Lititz Reserve LLC and EG Stoltzfus Homes LLC conveyed property on Meadow Rose Drive to Luthercare for $2,197,870.
The Abbie J. Martin Estate conveyed property in Warwick Township to Lori A. Barnett for $425,000.
Randal D. Garman and Holly L. Garman conveyed property on Valor Drive to Reed Fisher and Dorothy Fisher for $671,800.
Wayne G. Hummer Jr. and Cynthia D. Hummer con
veyed property in Warwick Township to Oldebrick Rentals LLC for $281,509. West Cocalico Township
Fred Berg and Judith Berg conveyed property on North Windy Mansion Road to the Frederick John Berg Jr. and Judith Ann Berg Irrevocable Trust for $1. West Earl Township
Elizabeth M. Stoltzfus conveyed property in West Earl Township to Philip B. Stoltzfus and Lori J. Stoltzfus for $10,000.
Sandy Hill Investments LP conveyed property in West Earl Township to Everence Foundation Unique Assets LLC for $1.
Auction For:
Debra L. Conner
Attorney: Gibson Law Group (717) 279-8313
“HorstAuctionCenter” PUBLIC SALE ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, HOUSEHOLD GOODS, TOOLS WEDNESDAY, DEC. 10, 2025 AT 1:00 P.M.
Preview Times - Tues., Dec. 9 from 2:00 P.M. thru 5:00 P.M. and Wed., Dec. 10from 8:00 A.M.
*The following is just a very general list of items to be sold.
Photos representing the entire auction will be posted on our website www.horstauction.com on Tues., Dec. 9.
Sale to be held at the Horst Auction Center, 50 Durlach Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522
Directions: From Rt. 897/272 at Weaver Markets take Rt. 897 S. ¼ mi. to right on Bill Dr. to right on Dubson Circle to auction site.
REAL ESTATE: Consists of a 1,152 sq. ft. 3-bdrm. (1984) modular rancher, a
w/cathedral ceiling; primary bedroom w/double closet & private bath; laundry w/W & D; 2 bedrooms w/closets; rear deck w/pergola; central AC/oil furnace; public W & S; new metal roof 2025; annual taxes: $2,649. Outbuilding: A 32’x12’ frame garage w/ overhead door; private level backyard w/small stream border. OPEN HOUSE: SAT., DEC. 6 FROM 1-3 PM; for info., call/text auctioneer at (717) 371-3333.
NOTE: Move-in ready modular rancher, many recent valuable updates throughout, new kitchen 2018; new roof 2025. Property would be an ideal starter home or valuable rental/investment property! For Photos & Details, Visit www.martinandrutt.com
PA Auction By: Michael J. Martin 717-371-3333 John J. Rutt II
Rutt
ANTIQUE, VINTAGE, REPRODUCTION & MODERN FURNITURE; MAPLE BUTCHER BLOCK; APPLIANCES; KITCHENWARE; CLOCKS & LAMPS; EARLY GRANDFATHERS CLOCK; SILVER; COPPER/BRASS; WROUGHT & CAST IRON; PEWTER; TINWARE; AGATE; WOODENWARE; EARLY PAINTED FIREPLACE MANTEL; BASKETS; CHINA & GLASSWARE; POTTERY; LINENS & TEXTILES; BOOKS & PAPER; ESTATE & COSTUME JEWELRY; ARTWORK; CHRISTMAS & SEASONAL DECORATIONS; TOYS; RAZOR BATTERY OP CHILD’S DIRT BIKES; TOOLS; LAWN & GARDEN EQUIPMENT; VINTAGE ALLIS-CHALMERS BIG TEN GARDEN TRACTOR; EARLY 2 WHEEL HORSE SULKY; BOX LOTS AND MANY OTHER ITEMS. Accepted Payments: Cash or PA Check. Visa, MasterCard, Discover & Debit Card with 3% fee. No out of state checks without prior approval.
