The Central PA Blood Bank’s Community Blood Drive is planned at Fairmount for Thursday, December 11, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Registration for the blood drive will be held inside the Crest View Gathering Room at 1100 Farm Crest Drive on the east side of the Fairmount campus. You may schedule an appointment by calling 1-800-771-0059. Walk-ins are welcome until 6:00 p.m., but scheduled appointments will be given priority. Please bring a photo ID with you when you come to donate.
All donors will receive two free admission vouchers to the Pennsylvania Auto Show, a certificate for a free dozen mini donuts from Weaver’s Store, a certificate for a $10 gift card at any Good’s Store, a Penn Cinema movie pass, and a blood donor t-shirt.
Fairmount is a nonprofit Continuing Care Retirement Community located at 333 Wheat Ridge Drive, Ephrata, on 72+ scenic acres in rural West Earl Township. For more information about Fairmount, call 717-354-1800 or visit FairmountHomes.org.
Historic Poole Forge invites the Lancaster County community to experience the wonder of an oldfashioned Christmas as the annual Christmas at the Ironmaster’s returns Friday, December 12 through Sun-
day, December 14 with new attractions, expanded activities, and an impressive lineup of community participants. Held on the beautifully preserved 18thcentury Welsh Ironmaster’s Mansion and grounds, this
year’s event offers more festive experiences than ever before.
The photo shown above was taken by our photographer, who is also the creator of the popular rail trail Gnome Village, which
is participating in this year’s show.
New for 2025 are horsedrawn wagon rides on Saturday starting at 2:00 p.m., complete with carol
singing by local school groups, both on the wagon and around the bonfire. Onsite food vendors throughout Saturday and Sunday will be
Blanketeers And Fiber Artists Brighten The Season
Recently, the local Lancaster/Lititz chapter of Project Linus joined the fiber artists at Sip and Stitch Night at Lititz Springs Inn to make fleece blankets for children of Lancaster County. Beautifully decorated for
the holidays, Lititz Springs Inn and Lititz yarn shop Ewebiquitous sponsor monthly Sip and Stitch fiber artist events with speakers during dinner/dessert/drinks. All the blankets made by the volunteer “Blanketeers” were donated by Project Linus to Lancaster County children and teenagers.
The Project Linus blankets provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children and teens who are seriously ill, traumatized, or
otherwise in need, through the gifts of new handmade blankets. Email amuldoon. blanketeer@gmail.com for information about Project Linus.
Shown seated on the left, is Pat Pillittere, Laura Kiskadden and Amanda Church working to make the season brighter for children through their efforts.
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offering warm seasonal favorites, and an expanded Christmas marketplace featuring additional artisans and craft vendors. This year’s event proudly
includes a vibrant mix of local organizations, artisans, and educational exhibitors, including a Christmas display by the very popular Gnome Village of Akron. There will also be local scout groups, community organizations, and area libraries.
Event highlights include live music and refreshments
in the mansion during festive self-guided tours. Guests are invited to vote for their favorite decorated Christmas tree. There will also be bonfires, caroling, homemade treats, beautifully decorated grounds, including the iconic Covered Bridge, photos with Santa’s sleigh and Father Christmas on Sunday, as well as holiday raffles in the Tenant House.
Where In The World Contest Winner
Would you like to win $50 next month? Enter The Shopping News “Where In The World” contest! As always, we’ve received many interesting entries this month and it was difficult to pick a winner. There were entries from Texas, Spain, New Zealand, Massachusetts and many more!
The winner for the month of November, shown in the photo above, is Jacqueline Hollinger of Terre Hill, who is shown in Kenya, Africa at the Ol Pejeta Conservatory. She chose to receive her $50 gift card to Glenwood Foods.
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winner will be selected and they will receive a $50 gift card from any regular Shopping News advertiser of their choice as their prize. To read all of the contest criteria and get an entry form, see page 10A. Check out our Facebook page in the near future to see all of the entries we have received to date!
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Lititz Senior Center Lists Activities
The show hours include: Friday, December 12, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, December 13, 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, December 14, 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. Historic Poole Forge continues its mission of community connection and heritage preservation by hosting this Lancaster County holiday tradition. For more details, visit www. historicpooleforge.org.
The Lancaster County Office of Aging, Lititz Senior Center, located at Lititz United Methodist Church, 201 East Market Street, Lititz, is open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., with lunch served at 11:30 a.m. There is no cost to attend.
The Center serves independent Lancaster County seniors ages 60 and up from Ephrata, Rothsville, Akron,
Neffsville and Lititz areas. Ephrata is also served by van service. Reservations for lunch and transportation must be made by 10:00 a.m., one day in advance, by calling the Center at 717626-2800.
Daily Activities Include: Wednesday, December 10: Fun with Karen and Kathy from EARS; 9:00 a.m., Yoga with Marcy; 9:30 a.m., Pinochle/Cards/Board Games; 10:00 a.m., Pastor Vernon’s Bible Study; 10:30 a.m., Christmas Bingo; 11:30 a.m., Lunch; 1:00 p.m., Tai Chi on your own.
Thursday, December 11: 9:00 a.m., Pinochle/Cards/ Board Games; 9:15 a.m., Exercise with Kathy; 10:15 a.m., Music with Allan & Rick; Gift Exchange (Now you have it, now you don’t); 11:30 a.m., Lunch.
Monday, December 15: 9:00 a.m., Pinochle/Cards/ Board Games; 9:15 a.m., Exercise with Kathy; 10:00 a.m., Michelle from Legend shares Christmas Trivia; 10:30 a.m., Christmas Program with EARS; 11:30 a.m., Lunch.
Lunch Menu: Wednesday, December 10: Workshop for Center StaffBagged Lunch - Turkey and cheese.
Thursday, December 11: Cheeseburger, 1/2 cup seasoned potatoes, 1/2 cup baked pineapple, 1 cup tossed salad with tomato, hamburger bun.
Monday, December 15: 3 oz. BBQ ribette, 1/2 cup ranch cubed potatoes, 1/2 cup green beans, hamburger bun, pineapple and mandarin oranges.
* Menu subject to change.
OBITUARIES
Due to press deadlines, some obituaries may appear in Section B. View obituaries at www.snews.com/obituaries.
Judith Ann Lehman
Judith Ann Lehman, 77, of Millersville, formally from New Holland, entered into rest on November 29, 2025 at Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy, after a battle with cancer. Judy was born on 3/2/1948 in Roselle, New Jersey, daughter of the late Roy & Ruth (Blackwell) LaCoe. Judy graduated from Empire Beauty School and owned New Creations Salon in New Holland.
Judy is survived by four sons: Steven Lehman, husband to Mackenzie (Dinges) of Mt. Wolf, PA; Kenneth Lehman, husband to Anne (Funk) of Manor Township PA; Sergius
Charles “Arch” Archer Michael, 84, Lititz, passed away on Thursday, November 20.
He was the husband of the late Carole Warfield Michael.
He is survived by three sons: Charles “Mike,” husband of Nidhi, Lititz; Tim, husband of Tori, Frederick, Maryland; and Todd, husband of Megan, Lake Bluff, Illinois; six grandchildren;
Lehman, husband to Angie (Esbenshade) of Akron, PA; and Kevin Lehman, companion to Stacy Martin of Lancaster.
She is also survived by 7 granddaughters; Dakota, Alicia, Alexis, Ella, Addison, Anastasia and Iris. One grandson, Raven, 2 greatgranddaughters: Raelynn & Brynlee; and siblings, Marlene Shovlin, Ida Mae French, Carol Anderson and Ray LaCoe. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Roy LaCoe; and sister, Blanche Firestone.
Two of the fondest memories her grandchildren had of their grammy was her dedication to calling them early every birthday morning to sing happy birthday to them, and that she signed their birthday cards with “Jesus Loves You.” They loved their grammy and she will be missed by them.
To leave an online condolence please visit: www.717Cremate.com.
Dale L. Firestone, 68, of Ephrata, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Reading HospitalTower Health.
He was born in Ephrata to the late Harry and Joyce (Rutt) Firestone and was the husband of Cindy (O’Donnell) Firestone, with whom he shared 36 years of marriage.
Dale worked for Sechan Electronics in Lititz. He worked in the refurbishing department for 18 years, prior to his retirement in March of 2022. In his free time, Dale had many hobbies, including photography, drag racing, and dirt biking. He was a self-taught musician, who played the keyboards and enjoyed making his own music. He had a love for both classic rock music and classic cars, especially MOPAR and the ‘47 Willy. There was no animal, big or small, that Dale
couldn’t befriend. Dale was a generous donor to the Gift of Life program, donating two corneas.
A viewing was held on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at Stradling Funeral Home, 201 Church Avenue, Ephrata, followed by a time of remembrance.
Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions in Dale’s memory may be made to American Cancer Society, PO Box 862, Pittsburgh, PA 15106.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/ Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradling funeralhome.com. 9
and a sister, Francis Archer Rosenbleeth, wife of Herb. Bethany Lynn (Rainal) Tomassetti, 43, wife of Mark Anthony Tomassetti, Lititz, passed away on Friday, November 21.
Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons: Alexander (Alex) Marcus, and Maximus (Max) Antonio; and a daughter, Isabella (Bella) Francesca.
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Glen Mark Sell, 91, husband of Ethel (Leaman), Landis Homes, Lititz, passed away on Saturday, November 22.
Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons: Leon, husband of Diane (Reel), Coatesville, and Duane, husband of Shari (Ropalato), Irvine, California; two daughters; Cynthia, wife of Robert Redcay, Mount Joy, and Cheryl, wife of Joseph
In addition to his wife, Dale is survived by two nieces, Adrienne (Moyer), wife of Marc David, and Nicole (Firestone), wife of Larry Dill; five nephews, Zach O’Donnell, Philip O’Donnell, Jaime Moyer, Zach Cramer, and Bryan Cramer; two Dale L. Firestone great-nieces; five greatnephews; two brothers, Keith Firestone, and Curtis, husband of the late Taryn (Hackman) Firestone; and a sister, Simone, wife of the late Daniel Cramer.
Hollinger, Lancaster; nine grandchildren; two greatgrandchildren; and two sisters: Lois Sell, Virginia, and Mary, wife of Tom Bourne, Virginia.
Melvin S. Wenger, 98, formerly of Warwick Township, passed away on Saturday, November 22.
He is the husband of the late Janette Kreider Wenger. He is survived by two
sons: Kenneth, husband of Kathy (Duvall) Wenger, Lititz, and Jay, husband of Susie (Shenk) Wenger, Lancaster; two daughters: Janet, wife of Donald Sell, Southaven, Mississippi, and Sheri, wife of Gordon Wenger, Lancaster; six grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; three brothers: John, husband of Esther (Garber) Wenger, Manheim;
Irvin, husband of Janet (Stoner) Wenger, Terre Hill; and Ivan, husband of Nancy (Stauffer) Wenger, Lititz; and four sisters: Miriam, wife of John Arbaugh, Stuarts Draft, Virginia; Phoebe Ann, wife of Melvin Sensenig, East Earl; Esther, wife of Donald Gingrich, Lancaster; and Lois, wife of Leon Sensenig, Vanderhoof, British Columbia, Canada. (Continued On Page 4A)
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Mary E. Brobst, 96, New Holland, passed away on Tuesday, November 25. She was the wife of the late Leon Brobst.
She is survived by a son, Daniel; a daughter, Judy; two grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Lester King Smucker, 61, husband of Mary Kathryn (Kauffman) Smucker, East Earl, passed away on Wednesday, November 26.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his mother, Sarah L. King Smucker, Narvon; two sons: L. James, husband of Esperanza Lucky Smucker, Uganda, Africa, and John Andrew Smucker, East Earl; two daughters: Karen Elaine Smucker, Morgantown, and Melody Joy Smucker, Terre Hill; two grandchildren; four brothers: Dave, husband of Becky Smucker, Narvon; Sam, husband of Laurie Smucker, Paradise; Drew, husband of Kathryn Smucker, Elverson; and John, husband of Kathy Smucker, Warsaw, New York; and a sister, Kathy, wife of Benji Smoker, Jamestown, Tennessee.
Judith “Judy” Anne Mellott (Hoar), 85, wife of Phil Mellott, Lititz, passed away on Friday, November 28.
Besides her husband, she
is survived by a brother, J. William Hoar.
William R. Pfautz, 64, husband of Lois A. (Sauder) Pfautz, Ephrata, passed away on Saturday, November 29.
Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, Harvey S., husband of Abigail R. Pfautz, Blue Ball; two daughters: Katherine E. Smith, Alabama, and Janice R., wife of Brandon L. Snyder, Kutztown; six grandchildren; two brothers: John Pfautz, Neffsville, and Howard, husband of Rita Pfautz, Ephrata; and a sister, Anna Pfautz, Ephrata.
Joseph James Eberly, 30, husband of Danae Bitterman Eberly, Leola, passed away on Sunday, November 30.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his mother, Sharon K. Eberly, wife of Lamar Baumgardner; and two children: Jason James and Thea Kay.
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Mr. and Mrs. Michael and Brenda Rogers, East Earl, announce the engagement of their daughter, Miss Michaeline Rogers, East Earl, to Mr. Grant Stoltzfus, son of Mr. and Mrs. Randy and Melanie Stoltzfus, Lancaster.
The bride-elect is a graduate of Garden Spot High School and Northampton Community College. She is employed by Groff-HighEckenroth Funeral Home, New Holland.
Mr. Stoltzfus is a graduate of Conestoga Valley High School and Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He is employed by the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, Huntingdon.
An October 2026 wedding is being planned.
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 717738-9291 or stopping into the library during normal business hours.
• Tuesdays, December 9 & 16, 10:00 a.m. – Toddler Time! This winter they will be reading seasonal stories. They will read 2-3 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 1-4.
• Tuesdays, December 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 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 13-18.
for Tweens. Come hang out, drink some tea and make a cute craft! Ages 10-12.
• 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+.
• Wednesdays, December 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 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 0-24 months.
• Wednesday, December 10, 4:30 p.m. – Fashion Design for Tweens. Get ready to design your own mini-sized outfits! Sketch your designs and recreate them using fabric, felt and accessories. Each meeting they will have a new challenge. Ages 10-12.
• 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 10-14.
• Tuesday, December 9, 4:30 p.m. – Tea and Crafts
• 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 age-appropriate 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 2-5.
East Cocalico Lions Veterans Awarded Quilts Of Valor
Quilts of Valor Foundation is a national organization founded in 2003 by a Blue Star mother whose son served in Iraq. While he was deployed, she got the idea of comforting veterans and service members with quilts. The “Stars & Stripes of Lancaster, Quilts of Valor” team mission is to honor the service members and veterans who have been touched by war with a “Quilt of Valor.” These quilts, completely made by volunteers that care, are not handed out; they are awarded. They consist of three layers; the top represents communities; the middle batting brings warmth, comfort, peace, and healing; and the backing represents strength.
Recently at a club meeting, veterans of the East Cocalico Lions Club were awarded a “Quilt of Valor.”
Pictured here wrapped in their quilts, from left to right, are (standing) Lions Carl Slegel, Paul Keller, Ray
Sweigart, Donald “Bud” Lewis, Raymond Wolf and Kevin Rathman; (sitting) Lions John Danielson and Ray Kunkel.
The members of the East Cocalico Lions Club want to thank their Veterans and let them know that their service is greatly remembered, and the valor they have shown by doing their duty in spite of possible consequences. If you are interested in finding out more about the East Cocalico Lions, who are part of the largest service organization in the world with clubs in over 209 countries or geographic areas with over 1.35 million members, or would like to join, please call 717-3365311 or visit them on the Web at www.eastcocalicolions. org.
with the optional 15 minutes of “Stay and Play” time afterward until 11:00 a.m. Ages 3-7.
• Monday, December 15, 1:00 p.m. – Letter Writing for Homeschoolers. Practice writing letters with a senior pen-pal from the community. Participants will write, send, receive and respond to letters. Ages 10-18.
• 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 13-18.
• 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 6-9.
• Thursday, December 11, 5:30 p.m. - Social Media and the Workplace. Join them for a class that will review social media etiquette for job
• 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 10-12.
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 various games like Mario Kart and board games. Feel free to bring your Pokémon cards to battle! Ages 10-12.
• 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, city-building and hidden identity games, including Catan, The Quacks of Quedlinburg, Smash Up and more! Ages 18+.
• Monday, December 15,
10:00 a.m. – Preschool 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.
• 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+.
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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 10-14.
• 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 10-12.
• Tuesday, December 16, 5:30 p.m. – Word: Formatting Tables & Lists. Participants will understand, format and evaluate the use
of tables in documents. This class is focused on how the table function can be used in Word and bulleted and numbered lists. Funded through a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. Ages 18+.
• Tuesday, December 16, 6:15 p.m. – Warm Fuzzies & Hot Cocoa. Come have a cup of hot cocoa while cozying up with your favorite blanket around their flashlight “fire.” Chill out with stories of warmth, kindness and personal triumphs. They’ll also explore fun and laid-back crafts and
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activities that help them practice relaxation, mindfulness and sharing their feelings in positive ways. Together they’ll learn simple tools for letting go of stress, building kindness and celebrating what makes them strong inside and out. Feel free to wear your pjs and bring a blanket and/or a stuffed animal! Ages 5-9.
• Wednesday, December 17, 12:30 p.m. – Pinochle Party. Meld, bid, marriage, trump? You’re speaking their language! Join them for an afternoon of pinochle. This program runs until 3:00 p.m. Seniors.
• Wednesday, December 17, 4:30 p.m. – Holiday Art for Tweens. Come make some fun holiday themed art projects. Things might get a little messy so please dress appropriately! Ages 10-12.
• Wednesday, December 17, 4:00 p.m. – Dread: TTRPG for Teens. Join them for a fun holiday themed adventure in the Dread TTRPG (tabletop roleplaying game) system! Dread is a game that is run by using a Jenga tower and players improvisational and problem-solving skills. Every decision you make has consequences... both good & bad depending on the Jenga tower. If you like Dungeons and Dragons, or are curious about games like it, Dread is a great way to try it out without all the stats and rules! Content for this Dread game is PG-13. If you don’t like creepy things, this game won’t be for you! Ages 13-18.
• Wednesday, December 17, 4:30 p.m. – Shrink Art Holiday Ornaments. Sometimes great art comes in small packages. Come out and create your own shrink art holiday ornaments! Ages 5-10.
• Thursday, December 18, 1:00 p.m. – Word: Formatting Tables & Lists. Participants will understand, format and evaluate the use of tables in documents. This class is focused on how the table function can be used in Word and bulleted and numbered lists. Funded through a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. Ages 18+.
• Thursday, December 18, 3:30 p.m. – Teen Zone. Join them for a relaxed hang out with different activities like crafts, board games and fun activities to pass the time. Each session they’ll do something different. Check the events calendar to see what they’re doing! Ages 13-18.
• Thursday, December 18, 5:45 p.m. – Holiday Movie and Craft Night. You’re a mean one, Mr. Grinch… but here at the Library they are full of festive spirit! Join them for a friendly, cozy Grinch-themed 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! Come get cozy and help them bring Whoville to life with some interactive elements as they watch together! 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 10-18.
• Monday, December 22, 4:30 p.m. – Sewing for Tweens: Christmas Stockings. Learn some basic sewing skills while making a Christmas stocking! Ages 10-12.
• 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 13-18.
• Wednesday, December 31, All Day. – Closed for New Year’s Eve
For more programs and to register, check out their website, www.ephrata publiclibrary.org, under the “Events” tab or give them a call at 717-738-9291. Schedule is subject to change.
Student Of The Month
On Monday, November 17 the Brownstown Elementary School, under the sponsorship of the West Earl Lions, announced another Student of the Month. She is third grader Elli Stoltzfus, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Stoltzfus, and student of Mrs. Wertz.
Mrs. Wertz says that Elli demonstrates responsibility in all aspects of school life and brings a positive attitude and kindness into the classroom every day. She puts genuine effort into each task, listens carefully, asks thoughtful questions, inspiring others to do the same. She follows classroom expectations, making good choices, creating an environment in which all can feel comfortable in her presence.
What truly makes Elli stand out is her kind and caring nature, treating classmates with empathy and respect. She encourages and includes others, lending a helping hand whenever necessary. Mrs. Wertz thanks Elli for being such a shining
example of kindness and leadership.
The West Earl Lions also congratulate Elli and wish her the best in the coming years of her education. The West Earl Lions also thank all those who came out for their annual Halloween parade. It was a great success and a big thank you to all who participated, whether Lions workers or marchers.
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Terre Hill Area Senior Connections
The Terre Hill Area Senior Connections, held at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 105 West Main Street, Terre Hill, is open Monday and Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. There is no cost to attend. This group is open to independent adults 60+ in the North East area. For more information, call 717-488-3735 or email thascpa@gmail.com.
Daily Activities Include: Thursday, December 11: 9:00 a.m., Coffee/Conversation; 9:30 a.m., Games/ Puzzles; 10:30 a.m., Creative Christmas Sweater Contest. Monday, December 15: 9:00 a.m., Coffee/Conversation; 9:30 a.m., Games/ Puzzles; 10:30 a.m., The Missing Link, Matt Cleveland.
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“Our deeds determine us as much as we determine our deeds.”
~ George Eliot
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Wado Ryu Students Shine At Biannual Karate Tournament
Students from the Wado Ryu Karate Dojo in Stevens, led by Sensei Ernie Dunkelberger, delivered an impressive performance at the United States Karate Organization (USKO) Tournament held at St. Catherine’s Catholic School in Reading on Saturday, November 15. The biannual tournament attracts competitors from across the region, showcasing excellence in kata, kumite (fighting), and weapons divisions.
Sensei Dunkelberger praised the dedication and strong character demonstrated by his students throughout the event.
“I couldn’t be prouder of our students,” said Dunkelberger, head instructor of the Stevens Wado Ryu Dojo. “Karate is about more than competition - it’s about
character, confidence, and respect. Our students train hard, support
of Wado Ryu both in and out of tournaments.
Today they represented our dojo with true martial spirit.”
The Wado Ryu team from Stevens competed in multiple age groups and skill categories, earning recognition for their focus, technique, and discipline.
Award Results
* Catya Donahower, 2nd Place - Women’s Brown/ Black Belt Kumite
* Richard Houck, 1st Place
- Men’s Underbelt Kumite
* Ben Donahower, 2nd Place - Men’s Underbelt Kumite
* Richard Houck, 1st Place - Men’s Underbelt Kata
* Ricky Hutchinson, 3rd Place - Men’s Underbelt Kata
* Daniel Houck, 3rd Place
- 15-17 Years Old Kumite
* River Donahower, 1st Place - 11-12 Years Old Kata
* Sage Donahower, 3rd Place - 7-8 Years Old Kata
* Judah Donahower, 3rd Place - 6 Years Old and Under Kumite
* Judah Donahower, 1st Place - 6 Years Old and Under Kata
Shown in the photo, from left to right, are (front) River Donahower, Judah Donahower, Sage Donahower, Cameron Bernecker, Zachariah Hutchinson; (back) Ben Donahower, Catya Donahower, Briannah Hutchinson, Hannah Hutchinson, Ricky Hutchinson, Richard Houck and Daniel Houck.
Free Downsizing Seminar To Be Held
Furner Realty Group and Beyond the Fork in the Road will be presenting “Downsizing with Confidence: Understanding the Journey” at Fairmount Homes on Wednesday, January 21, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The seminar will be held in the Wheat Ridge Chapel at 333 Wheat Ridge Drive on the west side of the Fairmount campus. This educational seminar is free, but registration is requested by Thursday, January 1.
Attendees will learn:
• Where to begin when it comes to rightsizing
• Tips for sorting, donating, and letting go
• How to plan for a smooth move
• Emotional and Lifestyle aspects of transitioning
• Resources available to make the journey easier
For more information or to register, contact Kirstin Patterson at KirstinP@ FairmountHomes.org or call 717-354-1887.
Fairmount is a nonprofit Continuing Care Retirement Community located at 333 Wheat Ridge Drive, Ephrata, on 72+ scenic acres in rural West Earl Township. For more information about Fairmount, call 717-3541800 or visit Fairmount Homes.org.
Student Spotlight
Cocalico High School
Asher Desiato
Senior
Written by: Ashton Rathman
Asher Desiato, son of Nick and Joy Desiato, is enjoying his senior year at Cocalico High School. To do this, Desiato has compiled a course load full of arts and humanities. His classes entail Yearbook I, Music Production, Applied Calculus, Psychology, Thematic Interpretations of Literature and Media, a dual enrollment class, and TV Production as well as service learning for other TV production classes. Along with these classes, Desiato helps create school-wide videos for the Homecoming and Sir Valentine dances, participates in the track and field team, and is an active member of the Star Wars Club.
In the future, Desiato plans to major in either Secondary English Education or Communications. Classes like psychology, Thematic literature, and past English classes will help him pursue this field. In addition, Desiato has applied to Elizabethtown College and Lebanon Valley College. If he could travel anywhere in the world, he would pick Italy. He credits this to the food and his ancestry tracing back to the region.
Outside of school, Asher has an interest in the cinema industry. Some of his hobbies include filmmaking, writing, and watching/criticizing movies. At school, almost everyone knows of his more serious work on videos for school dances or his more comedic work shown on the school news. A fun fact about Asher is that he will forever have a deformed pinky finger after a volleyball incident in his eleventhgrade gym class. His favorite quote is, “When people stop talking, that’s when bad things happen” by Charlie Kirk. Asher Desiato is an outgoing and involved student at school. Cocalico wishes him the best of luck with the remainder of his year and his future endeavors.
Cody Derner
Senior
Cody Derner is a senior at Lititz Christian School and has been attending LCS since Pre-K. Cody is a cyclist and enjoys participating in any outdoor activity offered. He enjoys learning about historical events and enjoys telling others fun facts about those events. Cody plans on becoming a commercial pilot after graduating. If Cody could change one thing about the world today, it would be the mental state of the inhabitants. His favorite class is Political Science. The reason this is his favorite is that he finds the subject intriguing and loves to discuss and learn more about it.
Cody is hard-working and efficient. He will go above and beyond what the teachers tell him to. He loves to learn and will take advantage of any opportunity to learn more. If someone were to ask Cody about a historical event, he would most likely tell multiple facts about that event. Cody is a very good person to have a conversation with. Cody is an excellent student and a great classmate. He’s always willing to help, even if it means having less time to do things that he wants to do. Cody is smart and loves to increase his knowledge in every possible way.
Written by: Jadeyn Hamilton
Es Pennsilfaanisch Deitsch Eck
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(Originally published in the October 26, 1988 issue of The Shopping News)
DER ALLERHEIL-OWED (Halloween)
By Onkel Yarick
“Geschdrowed waar der Allerheil-Owed un es waar drieb un yuscht schpuckich genunk fer geischtliche Blessier in yunge Hatze duh,” schpricht der Grimmelkuche.
“Ya,” antwatt der Simm Sauerrambel, “es waar en schickliche Zeit fer die yunge Deihenker darich es Schteddel rumdunnere un aarme alde Leit drackdiere!”
“Waare sie dann bei dir, Sim, das du so en schlechde Gschmack in em Maul hoscht? Hett net gedenkt das sie dich datt in em Heckebusch verwischt hedde.”
“Gewiss waare sie datt. Nooch das sie darich waare do rumdowe, wie ihre Belle ziege, die Fenschdere verschmiere, die Schuppkarich verschteckle, sin sie nuffkumme mich driwweliere!”
“Wass hen sie dann so wiedich geduh?”
“Was hen sie net geduh?’ daedscht du besser froge! Sie hen net amol die Bell gezoge, awswer BUMPF!!! Hen sie die Dier neigebelscht mit Grautkepp, Karebse, Riewe, un about zwee Buschel ausgemacht Welschkann! Dann hen sie mir en Barl SchteefensSeider aus em Holzhaus gschtohle, das ich hawwe hab welle fer Lattwarich koche. Sell is was sie geduh hen. Why, unsere Eldre hedde uns lewendich die Haut abgezoge wann mir so geraast hedde! Ich kann ken Blessier sehne in so Narrheet.”
“Doch, Sim, sie waare barmhatzich zu dir. Ich daed ennichebber danke fer mir die Kich voll Graut un Welschkann un Riewe schmeisse, abbaddich wann ich mich begreeme daed wie du duscht mit de hadde Zeide. Un weeich em Seider, wann’d die Waahret saage witt, seller Seider waar net gezehlt fer in der Lattwarick. Seller Seider waar gezehlt en ganz annere Weg zu handle, un velleicht zu dei eegne Schaade.”
“Well, waahr gewiss, die Yunge warre meh unverschtennich die meh Schuling das die griege.”
“Simmy, Simmy, sei ruhich vun so schwetze. Hoscht du vergesse das mir all Yunge waare, un hen so Schpuchde gemacht un viel iwwler wie alleweil, un du waarscht der lidderlich Uffriehrer vun de Drupp!”
“Hoscht du vergesse, Simmy, wie mir der Blotzwagge em Beltschoppel uff es Scheierdach geduh hen; der Ox em Parre uff der Schpeicher wu der Paff un die Fraa fatt wore an en Hochzich; die fett Sau em Glingelschmidt darich es Fenschder in die Kammer gschmisse, un hen em Millichmann sei grosse Sign “Frische Millich” runnergenumme, un hen es uffgeduh iwwer die Dier vun em Haus vun sei gezehlde Schwardaadi.”
“Oh, ya, Simmy, du waarscht en gleener Engel, un die Kinner heidesdaags sin gleene Deiwel. Ya! Ya!”
“Was ich wisse will,” frogt der Kallickeffel, “is ebbes das mich die lange Yaahre geblogt hot, wann dir nau am Bekenntnis mache seid: Waar net der Sauerrambel dabei gewesst, an die Zeit das mei Esel aus em Schtall gschtohle waare, zwansich Yaahr zrick, un waare gfunne in mei Bruder sei Scheier, acht Meile der Weg drunne, un sei Fuhr
Fix-Geil, waare hargebrocht die seeme Nache un in mei Mischthof gschpatt?”
“Ha! Ha! Simmy, dutt der Schtiwwel petze? Wann er dutt, dann greisch.”
“Well, Buwe, ich kann’s net verlegle, un ich denk mir warre alt un grittlich, un fliege zu schnell ab in en Zann. Ich will die Yunge froge fer mir vergewwe fer sie verschelde, awwer bei Gromonod es dutt mich schpeide fer seller Seider!” ***
“Last evening was Halloween and it was overcast and spooky enough to put ghostly pleasure into young hearts,” says Grimmelkuche. - “Yes,” answers Simm Sauerramble, “it was a proper time for the young good-for-nothings to thunder through town and torment the poor old people.”“Were they at your place, Sim that you have such a bad taste in your mouth? I wouldn’t have thought that they would have found you there in the bushes.” - “For sure they were there. After they were finished carrying on around here, ringing their bells, messing up the windows, hiding the wheelbarrows, they came to torment me.” - “What did they
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do that was so terrible?” - ‘What didn’t they do?’ you would better ask! They didn’t even ring the bell, but BUMPF! they threw through the door cabbage heads, pumpkins, turnips, and about two bushels of shelled corn. Then they stole a barrel of cider from the woodshed that I wanted to use to cook apple butter. That’s what they did. Why, our parents would have skinned us alive if we had carried on so. I can see no pleasure in such foolishness,” - “Yet, Sim, they were merciful to you. I would thank anyone for throwing a load of cabbage, corn and turnips into my kitchen, especially if I were complaining as you are about hard times. As far as the cider goes, if you were to tell the truth, that cider wasn’t intended for the apple butter. That cider was intended to be handled in another way, and perhaps to your own disadvantage.”“But, it is indeed true that the more education the young folks get, the more unreasonably they become.” - “Simmy, Simmy, don’t talk that way. Have you forgotten that all us were young once, and played pranks that were worse than those nowadays, and you were the silly leader of the group!” - “Have you forgotten, Simmy, how we put Beltschoppel’s wagon on his barn roof; the preacher’s ox in the attic when he and his wife were at a wedding; threw Glingelschmidt’s fat hog through the window into the downstairs bedroom and took down the milkman’s big sign, ‘Fresh Milk’ and rehung it over the door of the house of his intended fatherin-law.” - “Oh, yes, Simmy, you were a little angel, and the children nowadays are little devils. Yes! Yes!” - “What I want to know,” Kallickeffel asks, “is something that has bothered me for many years, now that you are making your confessions: Wasn’t Sauerrampel along at the time that my mules were stolen from the barn 20 years ago, and were found in my brother’s barn, eight miles down the road, and his team of fox horses were brought here the same night and penned in my barnyard?” - “Ho! Ho! Simmy, does the boot pinch? If it does, then confess.” - “Well, boys, I can not deny it, and I think we’re getting old and grouchy and become angry too soon. I’ll ask the young folks to forgive me for scolding them, but by jinks that cider does spite me!” ***
Believe it or not, it’s not easy to locate an earlier piece in our Mudderschprooch on DIE SCHPUCKNACHT (Halloween), but fortunately we located this column by the late Onkel Yarick, which was printed on November 10, 1932 at the time that he, W. Edwin Charles was the owner and editor of the MIDDLEBURG POST. W. Edwin Charles properly refers to Halloween in Dutch as DER ALLERHEIL-OWED and this is quite correct, for the next day, November 1, is “Allerheil,” All Saints’ Day.
We hope our readers will find this piece from the writings of Onkel Yarick to be of interest, for it tells us much about the celebration of DIE SPUCKNACHT or ALLERHEILOWED earlier in this century when the land of the Dutch was still Dutch!
Again, note the excellent command which Onkel Yarick had of PENNSILFAANISCH-DEITSCH, of the vocabulary, of the grammar and of idiomatic expressions. In case any of our readers are using our columns to learn our dialect, we encourage you to learn DER ALLERHEIL-OWED by heart (ausewendich).
October 26, 1988
En Bischli-Gnippli as die Schpucke net gleicht
1. LITERATURE: What is the name of the dragon in “The Hobbit”?
2. MOVIES: Which holiday is being celebrated at the end of “When Harry Met Sally”?
3. GEOGRAPHY: Which country is home to the famous Angkor Wat Temple?
4. HISTORY: In which year did the Internet become available to the public?
5. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Which wrestler is known by the nickname “The Rock”?
6. LANGUAGE: What is cryptophasia?
7. TELEVISION: In which state was the sitcom “Newhart” set?
8. MATH: How many sides does a nonagon have?
9. MUSIC: Which singer/songwriter wrote the soundtrack for the animated movie “Tarzan”?
10. FOOD & DRINK: What is the essential spice in paella?
Answers
1. Smaug. 2. New Year’s Eve. 3. Cambodia. 4. 1993. 5. Dwayne Johnson. 6. A unique language developed between twins.
Bergstrasse Lutheran Church invites the public to attend a Community Christmas Open House on Saturday, December 13, from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Featured will be cocoa, coffee, chai and cookies, along with carol singing and old-time silent Christmas/ winter movies. From 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Santa will make an appearance.
All are welcome to this free event. Bergstrasse Lutheran Church is located at 9 North Hahnstown Road, Ephrata, at the intersection of Routes 222 and 322.
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WED., DECEMBER 10
& 17 - Brickerville United Lutheran Church, 340 E. 28th Division Highway, will hold “Advent Lunch & Learn” at 12:00 noon. There is no cost. All are welcome.
WED., DECEMBER 10
- The Lancaster County Bird Club will hold a special program about the Lititz Christmas Bird Count, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The program is free and open to the public. For more info., call Ted at 717-856-3851.
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 717-336-7797.
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 717-738-2465.
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. Dine-in only. For more info., call Tina at 484-798-0155.
FRI., DECEMBER 12, SAT., DECEMBER 13 & FRI., DECEMBER 19, SAT., DECMBER 20Woodcrest Retreat, 225 Woodcrest Dr., Ephrata, will hold Journey to Bethlehem, a walk-through 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 717-738-2233.
FRI., DECEMBER 12Christmas 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. FRI., DECEMBER 12SUN., DECEMBER 14Historic Poole Forge will host Christmas at the Ironmaster’s, at 1940 Main St., Narvon, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m. Saturday and 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. Sunday. For more info., call 484-797-5302.
FRI., DECEMBER 12SUN., DECEMBER 14Terre Hill will present Christmas in the Park, at 210 Lancaster Ave., Terre Hill, 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. General admission is free, and some activities will have
THINGS TO DO... AND PLACES TO GO
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 717-484-4799.
a small fee. Proceeds benefit the Terre Hill Park.
SAT., DECEMBER 13, 20 & 27 - Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, will hold Holiday Train Room Open Houses, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. There is no cost. Donations are appreciated. Visitors of all ages are invited. For more info., call 717-355-6157.
SAT., DECEMBER 13The Akron Fire Company, 1229 Main St., Akron, will hold an All You Can Eat Breakfast with Santa, from 6:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. There is a cost. Santa will arrive at 8:00 a.m.
SAT., DECEMBER 13St. 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 13Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue will hold
SAT., DECEMBER 13City 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 14Hahnstown United Zion Church, 900 Glenwood Dr., Ephrata, will host chalk artist Kathy Ebling and a Christmas Carol Sing-aLong with Don Good at 6:30 p.m. For more info., call Cleason Martin at 717-3833820.
SUN., DECEMBER 14Muddy 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 14Salem 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 14Reinholds 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 717-336-9918.
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 717-336-7797.
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. Dine-in only. For more info., call Tina at 484-798-0155.
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.
SUN., DECEMBER 21St. Paul’s E.C. Church, 2120 Main St., Lititz, will hold a Candle Lighting Service, at 6:00 p.m. Casual dress welcome. Refreshments and fellowship will follow the service.
WED., DECEMBER 24
(Brownstown) E.C.) and the Conestoga Valley Ministerium are offering a free Christmas dinner, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to anyone who can’t afford a dinner or are spending the holiday alone. Take out meals are also available or you can call 717-656-7570 to schedule a delivered meal. The dinner is held at the West Earl firehall at 14 School Ln., Brownstown.
SAT., DECEMBER 27The Lancaster County Bird Club is offering a field trip to Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area at 10:30 a.m. Meet at the Visitor Center. No pre-registration is required. For more info., call 717-856-3851.
- Wiest United Methodist Church, 48 S. King St., Schoeneck, will hold a Christmas Concert at 2:00 p.m. Light refreshments after the concert.
THURS., DECEMBER 25 - The Brownstown churches (Carpenter’s Community and Ebenezer
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.
THURS., JANUARY 1The Fivepointville Fire Company, 1087 Dry Tavern Rd., Denver, will hold a Pork and Sauerkraut Dinner, from 10:30 a.m. until sold out. There is a cost.
SAT., JANUARY 3Bareville 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. Chicken corn soup will also be sold by the quart. There is a cost.
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 717-656-6154.
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 610-573-0797. Food available to purchase from the fire company.
SAT., JANUARY 17The Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 N. King St., Denver, will hold a Breakfast, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. There is a cost. For more info., call 717-336-6767.
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 Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 N. King St., Denver, will hold a Soup and Sub Sale, from 8:00 a.m. until sold out. There is a cost. For more info., call 717-336-6767.
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 717-656-6154.
SAT., FEBRUARY 21The Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 N. King St., Denver, will hold a Breakfast, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. There is a cost. For more info., call 717-336-6767.
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 717-656-6154.
SAT., MARCH 21 - The Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 N. King St., Denver, will hold a Breakfast, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. There is a cost. For more info., call 717-336-6767.
* When hammering a nail, try this save-your-finger trick: Use a clothespin to hold the nail steady, and then use your hammer to drive it in. Hammering into the wall? Push the nail through a strip of cardboard, and hold the cardboard over the right spot. No more banged up fingers or thumbs!
* “Exfoliation can be easy if you already have a bag or jar of Epsom salts. Soak in a warm bath and rub the salts over your skin to gently scrub dead skin away. A little essential oil might help, too!” -- D.D. in Florida
* Got plastic packaging that is a pain to get open? Use your can opener, run along the sides, to break into your packages. It works!
* To get keys on a keychain easily, use a staple remover to create an opening to slip the keys on. It is very effective and will keep you from being frustrated.
* A great use for those old knee high stockings (no runs!): Stuff with a mix of crystalized kitty litter and scent boosting beads you find in the laundry aisle. You can stuff these in stinky shoes to freshen and deodorize. The litter wicks away moisture from sweaty feet, and the scent boosters last for a good long while.
* “Need a new look for a favorite sweater? Change out your buttons. It’s such a small thing and a big change in look!” -- E.L. in Massachusetts
* Skunk run-in? Try this mix before you buy pricey de-stink shampoos at the pet store. Mix a quart of 3% peroxide, a teaspoon or two of dish soap, 1/4 cup of baking soda and quart of room-temp water.
Apply to pet, and work deep into the fur. Massage in for five minutes and rinse thoroughly.
* “Here’s a great way to organize in the shop: Use chalkboard paint to paint the outside of cabinet doors and even drawer fronts. You can label the contents, or use the surface to jot down quick measurements if needed. Simple to erase when you make a change. I write down
references for a project as I go, and it’s easier to see than shuffling through scrap papers on my workbench.”
-- A. in Montana
* Experts say to always crack your egg on a flat surface, rather than using the edge of a counter or bowl. More egg-tastic advice is to crack eggs into a small bowl instead of directly into ingredients. If you have a sneaky “bad egg” in your dozen, it’s better to find out before you ruin your baking.
* Attention salad eaters: Got a thick dressing that’s high in fat? Rinse lettuce before dressing your salad. Wet or moist lettuce traps less dressing. If your dressing is light, give salad greens an extra spin. Drier lettuce holds on to dressing, making lightly dressed salad more flavorful.
* Another great use for baking soda: Add a cup or two to your toilet bowl. Swish and let sit for 1-2 hours. Flush for odor control and shine.
* “I love to search for recipes online. I have learned to pay attention to the comments section of recipes that are new to me. You will find a lot of explanation and frequently a tweak that many people have found successful. Comments have saved me from oversalting a recipe, as well as making necessary adjustments in temperature and cooking time. I have found complicated techniques broken down in a way that was helpful. It pays to check the comments out!” -- W.G. in Missouri
* “Save plastic bags that cannot be recycled and use them to collect food scraps that cannot be composted or flushed.” -- B.M. in New York
* Keep your hard-boiled egg yolks from crumbling by wetting your knife between slices.
* “To soften the butter without melting it, warm a bowl that is bigger than the butter stick and invert it over the butter on a plate. It’s nice before a meal because it makes a hard stick of butter easier to spread on bread rolls, but not so soft that you use too much.” -- T.G. in Indiana
* Save the peel on oranges and grapefruits. You can toss them on a fire for a nice smell.
* “Hard water stains in the toilet are no match for denture tablets. Simply drop one in the toilet and let sit overnight. A quick scrub and a flush in the morning should do it.” -- P.S. in Washington
* Make a holiday cheese ball simply: Combine a package of cream cheese with a cup of finely shredded cheese (your choice) and 1/3 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt. Form into a ball, roll in coating of your choice (dried fruit pieces, chopped nuts, spices, etc.) and chill. Wrap in a pretty cellophane bag and bring with pita chips, crackers or pretzels as a hostess gift. Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803.
We have been auctioneering for over 50 years! Over 45 years ago we formed Kline, Kreider Auctioneers and then approximately 40 years ago the partnership grew and changed to Kline, Kreider & Good Auctioneers to better suit the needs of our customers. We focus our business on conducting public auctions of all sorts, specializing in farms, real estate, personal & business liquidations.
The Shopping News has been an integral part of our advertising strategy and has given our customers a large base of auction buyers each week. In addition to advertising public auctions, I (Randal) am a Realtor/Broker with Kingsway Realty in the Ephrata area. The Shopping News is one of my main advertising mediums for properties in the Northern Lancaster County area. We get many calls from the ads we place to sell real estate.
We have had our auction brochures printed at Hocking Printing Co., Inc., which publishes The Shopping News. Excellent customer service, fast service (two days), good prices and great quality is why we have our brochures printed there.
You may contact Kline, Kreider & Good Auctioneers by calling Randal V. Kline at (717) 733-1006, Roy E. Good, Jr. at (717) 445-4309 or Curvin M. Horning at (717) 606-2226.
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“It’s required”
Author: Wenger
Scripture: Micah 6:8“He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?”
“He has shown you, O man, what it good.” He in this verse is God the Father. How has he shown them to this point what is good? Well, a lot of the Old Testament (OT) was written by this time. They had the Pentateuch (the first 5 books) as well as, Job, Joshua, Judges, Ruth, Proverbs and most of the Psalms. Obviously, they didn’t have the printing press, so the average person never had any copies. It
was the prophet, priest and king that directed the nation through the scripture they had. So, what is good?
Anything that is truly good comes from God. There is nothing good that is not a result, directly or indirectly, from God’s nature or His work. “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning (James 1:17). Psalm 34:8 says, “Taste and see that the Lord is good.” If Micah could say, “He has shown you, O man, what is good,” pray tell me, what are we to say having the whole New Testament fully explaining what the OT saints could only hope to see? It’s an awful responsibility to own a Bible. I did wonder what relationship the first part of the verse has to do with “what God requires.” It is simply this, since God has shown man what is good, we are now responsible to be, to do, and to embrace that which is good.
There are a group of misguided folks who call evil good and good evil. Isaiah 5:20 states, “Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter!” Whoever said the Bible is outdated, just look around. If you don’t see this here and now in society today, you’re a few bricks short of a load. Whenever you see a woe regarding someone, you do
not want to be that person. Woe is a warning of what is to come for them…not good. Substituting evil for good is a sign of degeneracy. These same people try to convince the rest of the country evil is good. Not only that, but if you don’t call evil good as well, you are the problem. Nonsense, it’s evil and has to be called such. Notice also they say darkness is light and bitter is sweet. It’s nothing less than satanic influence that substitutes lies for truth. It
isn’t a new game. It’s no different than the Garden of Eden. Satan has always substituted evil for good, and lies for truth. Don’t be a part of it. If you don’t speak against evil, you are a partner with it! Speak up. Don’t let evil take the stage. “What does the Lord require of you?” Wow, there are requirements! There are many who profess, but do not possess. There is no better way to smoke out fakes than to say there are requirements. The Lord said many times these requirements are not to be taken lightly. What did He say? “No man comes to the Father but by me.” Which means, placing your faith in Christ’s finished work on the cross totally for your salvation. If you do not come to Christ, you do not go to the Father. Christ laid out the requirements for discipleship. The discipleship has three requirements; deny yourself, pick up your cross, and follow Me.” To deny yourself, means to stop being selfish,
to no longer serve or worship self, and to give up the idea of being selfsufficient. Denying self is to live for others and serve them, not self. To take up your cross involves dying to self, being willing to sacrifice, endure hardship, identify with Christ in His death, even to the point of death if necessary. Following Him gets no easier; it means to adhere to, come after, and become like Jesus. It requires living in obedience to His word and teachings. Discipleship means cherishing your relationship with Christ above all others. Matthew 10:37 - “Whoever loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me, and whoever loves son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me.” God has expectations. There are requirements. This isn’t cheap, it isn’t veneer, and Christ isn’t an additive to our life.
Next week, we look at some requirements.
W ORSHIP
Phil Shober
* On December 8, 1985, The Byte Shop opened in Mission Valley, California, selling the first 50 Apple-1 computers for $666.66. Nowadays, collectors shell out hundreds of thousands of dollars for them.
* On December 9, 1979, scientists announced that smallpox had been eradicated. Carrying about a 30% risk of death for those infected, it remains the only infectious disease affecting humans to have officially been eliminated.
* On December 10, 1869, Wyoming granted women the right to vote. Some male supporters were motivated by loneliness as much as or more than justice, since the territory had more than 6,000 adult males but only 1,000 females, and it was hoped the latter would be more likely to settle in the area if they could vote.
* On December 12, 1899, George F. Grant, an African American dentist from Boston, received a U.S. patent for the world’s first golf tee. He gave away a few copies of his it, but was not a professional marketer or inventor, and made no money for it before his death.
* On December 14, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln announced a grant of amnesty for his sister-in-law, Emilie Todd Helm, widow of a Confederate general, under the Proclamation of Amnesty and Reconstruction, which allowed former Confederates amnesty if they took an oath. Helm received the pardon, though, she never took the required oath.
Amvets Post 136 Holds Flag Retirement Ceremony
Amvets Post No. 136 hosted a Flag Retirement Ceremony recently at 614 South State Street, Ephrata. Residents brought their old flags to the Post in advance or the day of service. All were welcomed and encouraged to attend as they paid tribute to Old Glory, “I am the flag of the United States of America…I stand guard with the greatest military power in the world. Look up and see me. I stand for peace, honor, truth, and justice. I stand for freedom. I am.”
The ceremony began with
prayer and Peggy Keller (local resident) singing the National Anthem. Honorable speakers included Post Commander Kim Carson and Ephrata Mayor Ralph Mowen. To commemorate the retired flags with dignity and respect befitting our nation’s flag, taps was played by Bob Trout, Navy Veteran. Immediately following the ceremony, a free lunch was provided for all veterans in attendance.
Amvets Post No. 136 is a military or veterans organization in Ephrata, whose mission is to promote
and strengthen friendship and fellowship among American veterans.
Shown in the photo, from left to right, are Rich Ryan
(1st Vice Commander), Jayden Krchnar (Junior Marine), Frank Widder (Provost Marshall), Joe Dunn (Vice President) and Bob Wasneuski (Trustee).
DEPRIMO, Kathryn, and Diarmuid O’Hara Conroy, Lititz, a daughter, at Women & Babies Hospital.
ESH, Amos and Annie, Lititz, a daughter, at home.
SENSENIG, Duane and Kay (Burkholder), Ephrata, a son, at home.
STOLTZFUS, Allen and Lizzie (Fisher), New Holland, a son, at home.
WEAVER, Mitchell D. and Natalie (Rhoads), Lititz, a son, at Women & Babies Hospital.
ZIMMERMAN, Mark M. and Lucy L. (Zimmerman), East Earl, a daughter, at home.
December 3
Brent Shawn Martin, 7, son of John and Mary Martin, Ephrata.
December 10
Lydian Annabell Leed, 12, daughter of Dylan and Natashia, Reamstown.
December 11
Kendra S. Leid, 6, daughter of James and Minerva Leid, Ephrata.
Kevin S. Leid, 6, son of James and Minerva Leid, Ephrata.
Sylvia Rose Zimmerman, 5, daughter of Jonathan and Mary Jane Zimmerman, Ephrata, granddaughter of David and Mary Brubaker, Denver, and Leonard and Edith Zimmerman, Ephrata.
December 12
Lydell H. Martin, 5, son of Joel and Vera Martin, Ephrata, grandson of Warren and Norma Martin, Carl and Esther Hoover, and “Grandma” Rissler (in Heaven).
December 13
Kiana Marie Hoover, 6, daughter of Ervin and Ann Hoover, Morgantown,
granddaughter of John and Pauline Martin, New Holland.
Shannon H. Weaver, 1, son of Paul and Ellen Weaver, Ephrata.
December 14
Priscilla S. Hoover, 4, daughter of Wayne and Erla Hoover, Narvon.
December 15
Judah J. Martin, 2, son of Brendan and Amber Martin, Ephrata, grandson of Dale and Brenda Martin, Denver.
Justin David Zimmerman, 7, son of Jonathan and Mary Jane Zimmerman, Ephrata, grandson of David and Mary Brubaker, Denver, and Leonard and Edith Zimmerman, Ephrata.
December 16
Kylie Joelle Horning, 2, daughter of Elvin and Lorraine Horning, New Holland.
Lee Alvin Zimmerman, 3, son of Alvin and Linda Zimmerman, East Earl.
Shopping News Photo by Donald Reese
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 717-484-4200.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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. 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.
• “Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime – Every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Wednesdays, December 10 and 17. No Storytime on Wednesdays, December 24 or December 31.
• “Twinkling Stars” Baby Storytime – Every Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Simple stories, rhymes, puppets, songs, and fingerplays. For babies with adults. Thursdays, December 11, 18. No Storytime on Thursday, December 25 or Thursday, January 1.
• “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 11, 18. No Storytime on Thursday, December 25 or Thursday, January 1.
• Giving Grove Tree at the Renaissance Faire – Saturday, December 13 and 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 (Continued On Page 2B)
Cocalico Playmakers Presents “The Man Who Came To Dinner”
Cocalico High School Playmakers are thrilled to present “The Man Who Came to Dinner.” Join them for a riotous romp through mid-century American comedy as “The Man Who Came to Dinner” storms onto the stage.
Shown in the photo, from left to right, are (seated) Bryce, Abby, Mace, Levi; (standing) Carson, Rylan, Toby and Jiselle.
When famed critic and celebrated wit Sheridan Whiteside slips on the doorstep of the unsuspecting Stanley family, a broken hip forces him into an extended—and thoroughly unwelcome—stay in their quiet Ohio home. What follows is six weeks of uproarious chaos as Whiteside transforms the household into the command
center of his outsized ego, summoning celebrities, seizing the telephone, and dictating orders to everyone within reach.
But beneath the pandemonium lies a personal crisis: Whiteside’s indispensable secretary announces her resignation after falling for a charming local reporter. Desperate to keep his world intact, Whiteside unleashes every trick in his formidable repertoire—from clever
Community Supports Ephrata Police Toys For Tots Drive
Shopping News
Photo by Donald Reese
The Ephrata Police Department conducted a Toys for Tots collection drive at Walmart in Ephrata recently. The officers from Ephrata were hoping to fill the crime
scene van and patrol cars with new, unwrapped toys that will be given to Toys for Tots of Lancaster County for distribution to needy children this Christmas. The
Friends of the Ephrata Police Foundation distributed hot chocolate and cookies to those who donated and assisted with the collection efforts. The refreshments were provided by Walmart. Shown in the photo, from left to right, are Officer Newswanger, Devon Goodman and his son Ryker
donating a toy, Thomas Reinhold (Mayor Elect), and Officer Wolpert with some of the collected items.
Shopping News Photo by Donald Reese
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Adamstown Library Events
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• STEAM Saturday –Saturday, December 13, drop-in 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 5-12)
• “Beaver” Discovery Drop-In – 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.
• Connect with a Social Worker at the Library –Wednesday, December 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 717-336-7797 or email her at becca@ reallcs.org. REAL Life Community Services serves residents of Cocalico School District.
• Young At Heart – Wednesday, December 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 717-3367797 or visit REALLCS.org.
• 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). Dine-in or take-out 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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December 14 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are available at the door or online. There is a cost.
Bringing this production to life is a talented cast and crew of over 30 students. Leading the cast is Bryce Goshert as Sheridan Whiteside, with Rylan Sahm as Maggie Cutler, Levi Meck as Mr. Stanley, and Mace Houck as Mrs. Ernest W. Stanley. Toby Davis takes on the role of John, while Carson Weaver plays Bert Jefferson. Abby Cooney stars as Lorraine Sheldon, with Jiselle Rios portraying Miss Preen.
OBITUARIES
Due to press deadlines, some obituaries may appear in Section B. View obituaries at www.snews.com/obituaries.
Nathan Lee Daub
Nathan Lee Daub, 31, formerly of the Denver area, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Born and raised in Denver, Nathan was the son of Steven C. Daub and Vicki (Bard) Daub.
Nathan attended Cocalico High School. As a youth, he enjoyed the boy scouts, placing first in a pinewood derby, and he was active in several sports throughout his school years such as soccer and midget football until finding a love for wrestling. Nathan was also involved in youth group at a young age where he participated in
Christmas plays and as a young teen, he traveled to Alaska on a two-week mission trip. Nathan grew to love the
outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing. The mountains were one of his favorite places where he would go hiking and exploring. He also spent time playing paintball with friends and running dirt bikes or four wheelers along the trails whenever he could. Nathan had a love for adventure; he spent part of his youth in job positions that fulfilled his adventurous spirit, from a roofer on church steeples to helping a team dismantle silos. Also, his stamped concrete work was a proud accomplishment for him. Nathan spent several years traveling between eastern towns in Pa. He settled in Lemoyne where he loved the sights and fishing along the river. Nathan will be remembered for his love of adventure, warm friendship, and kind smile.
In addition to his parents, Nathan is survived by two
sisters, Rachael K. Wise (Cody) of Lititz, and Amber Daub of Ephrata; three nephews, Noah, Hudson, and Cooper Wise; and grandparents, Sandy Daub, and Jean & Clair Bard.
A visitation will be held on Fri., Dec. 12th from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Gravenor Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, Inc., 100 W. Main St., Ephrata. At 6:30 p.m. please plan to participate in a timeof-sharing with Nathan’s family to celebrate his life.
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Adamstown Library Events
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• 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 mid-January.
First Church Ephrata Sermon Series
First Church’s series on the The Book of Acts is continuing. If you are watching their services on TV, are using their website
streaming or are coming to their services, they hope you will get a better understanding of what is being said in The Book of Acts. So, even if you’ve heard preaching on this book before, come, listen and learn more.
The Book of Acts 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.
First Church Ephrata, located at 68 North Church Street, Ephrata, has a Traditional service at 8:30 a.m. and a Contemporary service at 10:30 a.m. They now have both services live streamed for those of you who are wanting a morning service at home on their website ephratafirst.org/, on YouTube at www.youtube. com/@ephratafirst church9278 (click on LIVE and on Facebook at face book.com/FirstChurch Ephrata (click on MORE, LIVE). They also have TV coverage of their 8:30 a.m. service on Blue Ridge Cable Channel 11 at 12:00 (Sunday noon). If you miss a sermon, they are archived and can be easily found on any of the sites, except cable. If you have questions, please call the church office at 717-7382465.
Scripture Passages For Each Sunday
• Sunday, December 14Acts 4:1-12, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
• Sunday, December 21Acts 4:13-22, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
• Sunday, December 28Acts 4:23-31, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 9
* The home team must provide the referee with 36 footballs for each National Football League game.
* Only three countries in the world are entirely surrounded by one other country.
* Research has shown that individual breathing patterns, including the timing, volume and rhythm of chest movements, can be used to identify people with up to 97% accuracy.
* The world’s rarest hair and eye color combo is red and blue, respectively.
* Scientists trained rats to drive cars (custom-made from plastic cereal containers and small wires), and while the rodents’ original motivation was Froot Loops, they surprisingly appeared to love going for joy rides as well.
* People spend roughly 10% of their waking hours with their eyes closed.
* Hydrothermal vents created by fissures on the sea floor in areas of significant tectonic plate activity can pump out fluids at temperatures hot enough to melt lead.
CLASSIFIEDS
For Sale
FOR SALE: 33” Craftsman snow blower, 13HP, like new, electric start, lights, $575. 717-445-7440.
FOR SALE: Ariens snow blower, 30”, serviced, used very little, $900. 717-9515956.
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: 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: Flags, flagpoles, cases, hats, pins. Decorative flags and mailbox covers on sale. American Flag Shoppe near Adamstown, 717-484-1183.
FOR SALE: Hess trucks, 80s and 90s, Texaco trucks, baseball cards, 1980s, baseball sets, steins. 610-3839585, evenings, 6pm-7pm.
FOR SALE: Men’s Citizen EcoDrive wrist watch. Saphire crystal. Stillato model, never needs batteries, $40. 717-575-0584.
FOR SALE: Phasemaster Rotary Phase Converter. $600. Buyer must pick up /remove. Wernersville. Scott, 610-860-6050.
FOR SALE: Star Wars collectible sets: Japanese Celebration Coin, Cosbie Bobblehead and Hyper Peek set. Call for details, 717344-7472.
FOR SALE: Total Gym, gently used. Accessories included. Price is firm. Leave a message. 717-733-5851.
FOR SALE: Wooden, finished closet shelving, 36”x12”x3/4”, real sturdy, $2. 1’x7’, $4 each. 717-8592008.
Antiques
FOR SALE: School desks. One with ink well. Folded up seat. Brownstown. Best offer. 717-859-2008.
Appliances
FOR SALE: Two available Singer Model 221-1 sewing machines with card table inserts. $450 each. 410804-0132.
FOR SALE: New 30 gallon natural gas hot water heater, paid $600 at Lowe’s. Make offer. Phone 610-769-8209.
Auto/Truck
FOR SALE: 14” all season radials, #185 Cooper steel belted. Two tires, $20 each. Brownstown. 717-859-2008.
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.
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FOR SALE: Dog houses, all sizes and shapes. Call 000000-0000.
DEADLINES: 9 A.M. Monday for
REGULAR BOLD 15 words or less, $6.00 per week. 25¢ each word over 15 words.
JUMBO BOLD 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.
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Household/Furniture
FOR SALE: 2 bedroom apartment of furniture: bedrooms, living room, dining room and misc. items including office items. Call for information and pictures. Best offer. Come and take what you need, all in good shape. 717368-8333.
Lawn & Garden
FOR SALE: Simplicity 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: Snow blower, 8HP, 24” auger, like new, $125. Also, small engine repair. 717-445-9607.
FOR SALE: Sprayer tank on skid, 100 gallon, 300’ hose, recoil motor. $400. 717951-5956.
FOR SALE: Toro 621R snow blower, $200; Toro 621E snow blower, $250. Both run excellent. 717-6692348.
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.
Adamstown Elementary Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week is an annual campaign promoting healthy, drug-free lives. It started in 1988 and is sponsored by The National Family Partnership. The theme of Red Ribbon Week reminded Adamstown Elementary students and children all across the country that they are empowered with shaping their communities through positivity, bravery, and strength.
This was evident recently as the student council held a food and supply drive for Ephrata Area Social Services (EASS). Through generous donations from families, staff, and the Adamstown community, students were able to contribute 14 boxes of food, equaling 324 pounds, to EASS. Thank you to Adamstown Elementary
Bartsch, Mrs. Mary Orndorff (advisor), Brock Dorshimer, Grant Uhland, Kason Dom and Soriah Lao.
Pets & Animals
FOR SALE: Black Shih-poo female, cute as a button. 8 months. Still in training. $300. Call 223-333-0206.
FOR SALE: Cute Cavapoo puppies, $800. Several to choose, ready for Christmas. To schedule, 717-626-1260.
Mennonite Central Committee
® NOW HIRING! Quilt Room Supervisor for the Materials Resources Center in Ephrata. Competitive salary and benefits. Apply online: mcc.org/careers. Call 717-859-1151 or stop by 21 S. 12th St., Akron if interested.
FOR SALE: Lab mix puppies, 9 weeks, family raised, shots, dewormedm vet checked, black, $400. Call 717-673-3139.
FOR SALE: Lebanon county senior living, conversion approved project, great location, brand new roof. Contact 717-4754787.
Seasonal
FOR SALE: Ash firewood, $150/cord, no delivery. East Earl. 717-445-4114.
Notice
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.
candidates contact: Ephrata Store Manager 717-738-4948
Student Council for giving those in need the chance to lead healthy, happy lives.
Shown in the photo, from
left to right, are (front) Kenzie Grant, River Hartman, Cooper Miller, Kiley Dorshimer; (back) Mikayla Ball, Emalyn
Garage Sale
NOTICE: 40+ years of treasures must go. Friday, 12/12, 8-12, Saturday, 12/13, 8/12. No jewelry. Lots of vintage to new Christmas decor. Mid-century modern furniture, kitchenware, Star Barn, Marilyn Monroe art work. 20 West Fulton St., Ephrata. Enter from side alley, parking in alley. Reasonable offers considered.
NOTICE: Garage Sale, Saturday, 12/13, 8am. Electric weed eater and leaf blower, shop vac, tools, gas cans, work light, electric tools, pull saw, adult and children clothing, books, TY Beanie Babies, Disney animals, housewares, genealogy books, puzzles, hunting stuff. Something for everyone. 541 W. Maple Grove Rd., Denver.
NOTICE: Vinyl Record Sale, Saturday, December 13th from 10am-? Records starting at $0.25. 18 boxes of individually priced, clean records. Classic rock, English rock, Jazz, Soul, Metal, Country and Christmas. Concert DVDs for $1. Come and shop the heated garage. 23 Misty Meadow, Adamstown, off Route 272.
NOTICE: Free Yard Sale, Saturday, December 13 from 7am to 11am. Almost everything for free. Books, tools, toys and more. Only a few items have a price, the rest is free. Location: 910 Hopeland Rd., Lititz.
HELP OFFERED: Phillips Home Improvements and Renovations LLC is offering winter discounts. Roof repairs, siding, carpentry, drywall repairs, painting, decks. etc. Licensed and insured. PA#132025. 717-723-5817.
NOTICE: Our Annual Indoor Christmas Yard Sale, Friday, Dec. 12 and Saturday, Dec. 13. 8am to 12pm. Many nice items, some Christmas and decorative holiday items. Winter coats, shoes. Also, we have soups and cookies. Many things, come check it out. 420 Main St., Denver, Trinity United Methodist Church.
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.
Help Offered
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: Dump Truck Service, haul dirt, stone, etc. Excavating also. 717-629-5011.
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: I can fix your propane/kerosene torpedo heaters. Lititz/ Ephrata. 717-828-9258 leave message.
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: Light tree trimming, debris removal, hedge trimming, mulching and leaf cleanup. Great prices, free estimates. Call Tim at 717-824-2831.
Home & Lawn Care
HELP OFFERED: Junk removal and demo. Free estimates. Professional. Sheds, decks, property clean outs. Call 717-6696729.
HELP OFFERED: Bitner Brothers Construction from basements to roofs, free estimates. PA# 017457. 717-6359215.
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 Wanted
HELP WANTED: A driver to take personnel to and from work located in Lititz. Picking up from Akron or Bowmansville area. Vehicle provided. Call Evan, 717-721-2411.
HELP WANTED: Caregivers needed to provide in home care personal care and housekeeping to the aging and disabled. No experience needed. Please call ARcadia Home Care & Staffing. 717553-5396 or apply at Addusjobs.com.
HELP WANTED: Part-time experienced cleaning help, transportation required, flexible hours, great wages. Call 717-336-4854.
HELP WANTED: Parts delivery person needed, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-1pm. Contact Wendell for more information 717-341-5344 or apply at John Sauder, Ephrata location.
To Buy
WANTED: $50-$500 paid for junk autos. Free removal. Call anytime, licensed, insured, bonded. All paperwork taken care of legally. 717989-6980.
Linden Grove Rd., Ephrata
Vintage View Antiques
Buying Collections with Care and Respect
Ready to downsize or simplify your collection? We specialize in purchasing vintage and unique items with honesty, care, and appreciation for their history.
Actively buying:
• Vintage Photographs & Cameras
• Sportscards & Comic Books
• Historical Ephemera & Paper Collectibles
Whether you’re a lifelong collector or just ready to part with treasured items, we offer fair, no-pressure evaluations and immediate payment, treating every collection with the dignity it deserves, since it’s not just your stuff, it’s your story.
354 Main St., Denver, PA • 717-335-8508 vintageviewllc@gmail.com
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: Buying silver dollars, paying $30 each. Buying wheat cents, buying Buffalo nickels. Buying Franklin and Liberty half dollars, paying $15 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.
AUTOMOTIVE
For Rent
FOR RENT: Garage, available 1/1, 223 Railroad Avenue, Ephrata, behind house in the alley. Car or storage, no repairs. $95/month. 717-413-5540.
Apartments
FOR RENT: Reamstown, 2nd floor, spacious 2BR, all appliances included, full basement and lots of storage. $1,400. Garden Real Estate, 717-715-2849.
Houses
FOR RENT: A semi-detached house, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath with yard for your children and electric heat in Ephrata Schools. Available immediately, $1,500. Call Focus Realty, 717-256-3336.
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Lititz Public Library Events
For more information on any of the following programs happening at the Lititz Public Library, 651 Kissel Hill Road, Lititz, please call 717-626-2255 or visit their website at lititzlibrary.org. All programs are subject to change. Check the library’s website for updates.
The Lititz Library will be closed on Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25, Wednesday, December 31 and Thursday, January 1.
3 TRACTORS-JD HARVESTER-SKID LOADER-EQUIPMENT
Dec. 18, 2025 at 11 AM
From PA-443 in Pine Grove, head North on Tulpehocken St., Right onto Sweet Arrow Lake Rd., Left onto Pine Hill Rd. to Auction on Right.
TRACTORS & SKID LDR.: 2015 Case IH 185 Puma, 1 Owner, Only 2,500 Hrs., 4WD, CVT, 3 Remotes, all the Bells & Whistles; 1 Owner JD 4020, Pwr. Shift, Side Console, Dual Remotes, Showing 8,800 Hrs.; Farmall Super C w/ Cultivators; 1 Owner 2013 New Holland L220 Skid Ldr. Cab AC/Heat, 2 Sp. w/ Material Bucket, 10,500 Hrs. (New Engine at 4,800 Hrs.). MISC. EQUIP.: JD 6650 4WD Harvester; JD 630A Hay Head; Kemper 6 Row, Sm. Drum, Corn Head; (2) Miller Pro 5300 Top Fill Silage Wagons w/SS Cross Conveyer Floors; Miller Pro 5200 Top Fill Silage Wagon w/New Front End; Miller Pro 1060 540 PTO Blower; 1 Owner 2022 Kuhn 7802 6 Star Tedder (Low Acres); Woods 1260 10’ Rotary Mower; 1 Owner 2015 12’ Landoll No-Till Drill; Allis 16’ Transport Disc; Wilmar 745 Sprayer w/60’ Booms; Lanchester 20’ Alum. Flatbed Trailer w/Beaver Tail.
NOTE: No sm. items! Don’t be late! Approximately 1 hr. auction. Nice clean line of equipment selling absolute!
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: Dennis & Ronald Daubert
Preview Times - Friday, December 12 from 2:00 P.M. through 5:00 P.M. and Saturday, December 13 from 7:00 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 Friday, December 12.
Sale to be held at the Horst Auction Center, 50 Durlach Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES; WOODENWARE; LONGABERGER BASKETS & POTTERY; METALWARE; MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS; CHRISTMAS & SEASONAL DECORATIONS; CHINA & GLASSWARE; POTTERY; MODEL TRAINS & ACCESS.; SPORTS CARDS & MEMORABILIA; DOLLS & STUFFED ANIMALS; COLLECTION OF TEDDY BEARS; ESTATE & COSTUME JEWELRY; LINENS & TEXTILES; ARTWORK & PRINTS; BOOKS & PAPER; TOYS; DOLLS & STUFFED ANIMALS; HOUSEHOLD GOODS; TOOLS; LAWN & GARDEN EQUIPMENT; BOX LOTS & MANY OTHER ITEMS TO BE SOLD!
Accepted Payments - Cash or PA check. Visa, MasterCard, Discover & Debit Cards with 3% fee. No out of state checks without prior approval.
Sale For: FRANCIS LARKIN ESTATE & OTHERS
Holiday Happenings
• Santa and Mrs. Claus Saturday, December 1310:00 a.m. until Noon
At 11:00 a.m.
Santa reads a story Holiday Crafts from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
• Model Train Display
Now through Thursday, December 11, 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, December 12, 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, December 13, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• Mitten Tree Donation Drive - Now through Saturday, December 13. Donate to the Mitten Tree. Donate new hats, gloves, mittens, scarves, and socks. All donations will be given to local communities in need.
• Knitting Club - Tuesday, December 9 at 6:00 p.m. –No meeting on Monday, December 15 or Tuesday, December 30. Knitting Club typically meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, from 10:00 a.m. until noon and the second and last Tuesday of each month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Knitting Club is for people who knit and like to share the craft. This is not a class or instruction, just a friendly gathering to knit and work on projects. Must bring all your own supplies. Crocheters also welcome. No registration required.
• Baked Books ClubTuesday, December 9 at 2:00 p.m. Meets at the library on the second Tuesday of the month at 2:00 p.m. They read a book, discuss it, and enjoy a dessert to go along with the book. Contact Diane at dguscott@ lititzlibrary.org for more information. Online registration begins two weeks prior.
• Painting Club - Wednesday, December 10 at 12:30 p.m. – No meeting on Wednesday, December 24. Meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Bring your own painting supplies. Get together with others to paint and socialize. No registration required.
• Writing Club - Monday, December 15 at 1:00 p.m. Come join a community of writers to gain support, share information, and critiques. Contact Diane at dguscott@ lititzlibrary.org for more information.
• Blanketeers - Tuesday, December 16 at 2:00 p.m. –Meeting in the boardroom on Tuesday, December 16. The Blanketeers meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. They get together to socialize and create blankets of various kinds for Project Linus. Project Linus is a volunteer non-profit organization that created handmade
blankets to give to children who are seriously ill, traumatized or otherwise in need of new handmade blankets. Project Linus welcomes blankets in all styles, including quilts, tied comforters, fleece blankets, crocheted and knitted afghans. No registration needed. For more information contact dguscott@ lititzlibrary.org or call 717626-2255.
• Hygge Cozy CaféWednesday, December 17th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Join them at the library’s Hygge Cozy Café to relax, socialize, and enjoy some games, quiet reading, simple crafts, adult coloring, and tea. They will also have a pup here to silently read to or simply pet. Online registration began Wednesday, December 3.
• Lititz Game ClubWednesday, December 17 at 4:30 p.m. Meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month. A place for people to come together and play tabletop games. Whether you enjoy casual games like Uno and Scrabble, gateway games like Catan, Wingspan, and Ticket to Ride, or more strategic games like Scythe and Terraforming Mars, they have plenty of fun games to play. A game library with a selection of games is available, but feel free to bring your own (familyfriendly) games as well! Their games accommodate players aged 10 and up. No registration is needed.
• BYOB Book ClubThursday, December 18 at 2:00 p.m. A non-traditional book club. Bring whatever you are currently reading and share it with the group. This is a great way to find new books. For more information contact Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org.
• Digital Detox with OldSchool Writing ToolsThursday, December 18 at 6:00 p.m. Join Lititz Public Library’s resident pen expert for a break from digital technology to embrace the fun and relaxation of using analog writing tools. After a brief presentation, participants have the opportunity to get hands-on with a manual typewriter and a variety of fountain pens. Be prepared to play, explore, and create! Online registration began on Thursday, December 4.
• Accessible Yoga with Black Cat Yoga - Friday, December 26 at 10:00 a.m. A gentle and fully accessible practice of poses and flows, centering the connection of mind and body. All abilities welcome. Online registration 2 weeks prior to each class. Children/Families –Register online two weeks prior to the event.
• Santa’s Mailbox - Now through Tuesday, December 23. Place a letter in Santa’s Mailbox and get a reply.
• Holiday StoryWalk®The Lititz Public Library’s holiday StoryWalk® title is “Snowmen at Christmas” by Caralyn Buehner. Have you ever wondered what snowmen do for Christmas? Well, now’s your chance to find out! They celebrate Christmas-the snowman way! The StoryWalk® begins to the right of the library entrance and moves counterclockwise around the library.
• Gift-a-Book - Now through Saturday, December 13. Choose from their selection of books and purchase your favorite for the library. Put a holiday bookplate in the book and be the first to check it out.
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)
Esther H. Sensenig Estate Carl Sensenig, Exc.: 717-629-8165 www.klinekreidergood.com
& MODERN FURNITURE; APPLIANCES; KITCHENWARE; CLOCKS & LAMPS; WLAN – SYLVAN H. SAHM JEWELRY STORE CLOCK; SILVER; COPPER/BRASS; WROUGHT & CAST IRON; PEWTER; TINWARE; AGATE; WOODENWARE; BASKETS; CHINA & GLASSWARE; LG. COLLECTION OF VINTAGE PEANUT BUTTER GLASSES; POTTERY; LINENS & TEXTILES; BOOKS & PAPER; ESTATE & COSTUME JEWELRY; ARTWORK; CHRISTMAS & SEASONAL DECORATIONS; ANTIQUE & VINTAGE ORNAMENTS; TOYS; BASEBALL & SPORTS CARDS; TOOLS; LAWN & GARDEN EQUIPMENT; 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.
Estate, 462 Sawmill Rd., New Providence. Country 3 bedroom rancher, 2-car 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 12 -
9:00 a.m. - Noah Shirk
Auctions, 220 Covered Bridge Rd., Ephrata. Greenhouse, produce equipment and supplies, farm equip-
ment 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.
SAT., DECEMBER 1310:00 a.m. - E. Darrell Martin, 103 Main St., Akron. Akron 3 bedroom split level home with a 1-car 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 2-story detached garage. Hess Auction Group.
ONLINE AUCTIONS
We continue to offer the same professional, and complete, services specializing in estates and downsizing.
To view our upcoming Online Auctions, as well as our Real Estate Auctions, visit our website at www.pannebeckerwolf.com
For more information about our Real Estate Services, or to consign items for Online Auction, call our office at (717) 336-6983
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 13David T. Hershey, 1365 Stevens St., Manheim. 3 bedroom home on over an acre with a large unfinished basement and a 2-car garage. Hess Auction Group.
SAT., DECEMBER 132:00 p.m. - Debra L. Conner, 364 Michters Rd., Newmanstown. 4 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath, 1-1/2 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, 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. Well-built income producing multi-unit investment property with improvements. Martin Auctioneers, Inc.
2,040 SF 1½
+/-
Cape Cod, Main
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
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. bi-level home, 1.40 acre lot, 28’x24’ 2-bay garage/shop, 18’x14’ 1-bay garage/shed, 2025 Chevy 4x4 pickup truck, 2012 Honda Fury motorcycle. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.
WED., DECEMBER 17 - 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 custom-built (2019) rancher, .39 acre lot, attached 2-car garage and all seasons room, 10’x14’ shed. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.
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
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16 - 4:00 P.M.
Directions: From New Holland Rt. 23 (W. Main St.) At NH Auto take Hoover Ave. North to Left on Broad St. to Property on Left. 4 separate rental units (2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath each). All units are fully occupied with recent upgrades and individualized Electric Meters per rental units, additional 4 garage units, Lot Size .54 acre. All Units have Inside and Outside Entrance and Exits. 2 Apartments on Ground Floor, 2 on Second Floor inside Lobby for all 4 units. New Roof in 2022/2023. Appliances included. Nice level lot with macadam driveway and off street parking. Great location in quiet neighborhood, 1 block from Main St. (Route 23). Additionally, (4) garages add extra monthly income. Tenants pay electric and heating bills, public sewer and water. Showings by Appointment only, Please call auctioneer & leave a message. Come prepared to Buy. Terms: 10% down as a non-refundable deposit day of auction. Settlement on or before 60 days. Buyer pays 2% Transfer Tax. Real Estate Taxes to be prorated from settlement day. 2025 property taxes $6,477 approx. All information is deemed accurate, but not guaranteed. All annoucements made at the time of the auction take precedence over any and all previously printed material or verbal statements.
Seller: Four Horsemen Realty LLC
Attorney: Linda Kling, 717-656-6717 Smoker Gard Associates View more Photos and for complete Listing visit: www.martinauctioneers.com
WWW.LHAUCTIONSINC.COM
Auction For: Debra L. Conner Attorney: Gibson Law Group (717) 279-8313
PUBLIC AUCTION
170 +/- ACRES OF RIVERFRONT
DIRECTIONS:
to
TO BE HELD AT STONE PARKING AREA. PROPERTY FEATURES:
• Prime Pennsylvania deer, turkey and bear hunting.
• Estimated nearly 1.5 miles of frontage on the west branch of the Susquehanna for fishing.
• Estimated 5,400 ft. of road frontage.
• Gas, oil and mineral rights included - Oil producing properties nearby.
• Land has not been timbered for 25+ years.
• Scenic mountain and river views.
NOTE: Rt. 120 is a designated Pennsylvania Scenic Byway, known as the Bucktail State Park Natural Area. This scenic drive offers beautiful views of the river and surrounding mountains. Historically, the road follows the course of the ancient Sinnemahoning Path, a trail used by Native Americans. Taxes: $605.21.
OPEN HOUSE: Property can be viewed anytime at your convenience. For additional info., call or text Travis at 717-7257274 or Merle at 484-256-0855.
TERMS: 10% down day of sale; balance on or before 60 days. Glick, Goodley, Deibler and Fanning, LLP.
Auction For: Horst Road Repair, Leon Fisher (717) 949-3342 & the Late Gideon Fisher WWW.LHAUCTIONSINC.COM
From Lock Haven, take Rt. 120 West for 16 miles
property on both sides of the road. Property surrounds and is across the road from the scenic parking area on right. AUCTION
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WED., DECEMBER 17
- 4:00 p.m. - Randall S. and Sharon R. Martin, 1175 W. Swartzville Rd., Reinholds. 2-1/2 story 4 bedroom farmhouse, 2-car garage, insulated/heated shop 72x40, bank barn 48x30, 3 acres with fenced pasture. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
THURS., DECEMBER 18 - 11:00 a.m. - Dennis and Ronald Daubert, 100 Pine Hill Rd., Pine Grove. 3 tractors, JD Harvester, skidloader, equipment. L&H Auctions, Inc.
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, 1-car 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.
dwelling, 3-car garage, chicken houses. Tract #327-1/2 acres, level highproducing ground. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
FRI., JANUARY 2 - 8:30
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.
a.m. - Estate of David L. Good, 200 E. Main St., Terre Hill. 3 bedroom house, 30’x40’ detached heated garage, .27 acres/Zoned R-C. Real estate at 12:00 noon. Household goods, Winross trucks, milk bottles, tools, antiques. Tim Weaver Auction Service LLC.
WED., JANUARY 71:00 p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.
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’ 2-bay 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 2-car 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 1-1/2 story A-frame 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 2-car 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 1-1/2 story brick 4 bedroom dwelling, 1-car garage, utility building, 1/2 acre m/l lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
& 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: 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
Directions: From Rt. 340/Rt. 10 in Compass, take Rt. 10 N. to left on Lammey Rd. to left on Engletown Rd.
Auction for: E. Darrell Martin Attorney: Young & Young
The following were recorded at the Lancaster County Recorder of Deeds office from November 27 to December 3: Brecknock Township
Eugene C. Straubmuller conveyed property in Brecknock Township to Robin J. Stauffer and Nora A. Corrin for $405,000.
Clay Township
Brian L. Hafer and Sandra S. Hafer conveyed property in Clay Township to Raymond F. Kearney and Karen G. Kearney for $510,000.
Christopher L. Troutman and Illis A. Rivera conveyed property in Clay Township to Illis A. Rivera for $1.
Lois J. Gockley and William L. Gockley conveyed property on West Church Road to
Tyler S. Weaver for $181,800.
Denver Borough
The Anna R. Althouse Estate conveyed property on West Lancaster Avenue to Tara Lesher for $266,000.
Jeremy I. Campbell and Robin M. Campbell conveyed property in Denver Borough to Trevor R. Fichthorn and Jessica Bailey Fullerton for $476,500.
East Cocalico Township
The Nester E. Bean Revocable Trust conveyed property in East Cocalico Township to Coastal Properties LLC for $650,000.
Richard A. Edwards conveyed property in East Cocalico Township to Aaron J. Glick and Susie Marie Glick for $336,000.
Mark S. Heck and Dawn R. Heck conveyed property on Bill Drive to Vince Evans for $245,000.
Elizabeth Township
Stephen M. Detz conveyed property in Elizabeth Town-
PUBLIC AUCTION
1 STY. BRICK 3 BDRM. RANCHER 1 CAR GARAGE –
thru
ship to Teresa D. Detz for $1.
Ephrata Borough
Daniel A. Hall and Elizabeth B. Hall conveyed property in Ephrata Borough to Daniel A. Hall for $1.
Nicole K. Finefrock conveyed property on East Pine Street to Cordell Huyard and Savannah Huyard for $275,000.
Lititz Borough
Dominion Renovations LLC conveyed property in Lititz Borough to Troy A. Bruchwalski and Katherine Hill-Bruchwalski for $650,000.
Warwick Township
The Lucille H. Mazzella Estate conveyed property in Warwick Township to J-Mar Real Estate LLC for $263,000.
James Reid Buckwalter conveyed property on Snyder Road to Panther Run LLC for $1.
The Ruth F. Buckwalter Estate conveyed property on Snyder Road to James Reid Buckwalter for $1.
Troy Bruchwalski and Katherine Hill-Bruchwalski conveyed property in Warwick Township to Linda L. Trenkle for $269,900.
Frank Amenta conveyed property in Warwick Township to Frank Amenta and Mario Amenta for $1.
West Cocalico Township
The Colin James Buckwalter Trust conveyed property in West Cocalico Township to Reinholds Real Estate LLC for $800,000.
Brian L. Groff and Jamie L.
PUBLIC AUCTION
2½ STY. 4 BDRM. FARMHOUSE – 2 CAR GAR. INSULATED/HEATED SHOP 72x40 – BANK BARN 48x30 3 ACRES w/FENCED PASTURE REINHOLDS – SMOKESTOWN AREA WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17 • 4 P.M.
Cocalico Twp., Lanc. Co.)
Groff conveyed property in West Cocalico Township to Brian L. Groff and Amanda Groff for $1.
West Earl Township
The Marie A. Buonomo Estate conveyed property on South State Street to Melvin K. King and Ruth B. King for $247,000.
Charles R. Youndt conveyed property on Charles Place to Dylan C. Hrubochak and Rebecca A. Hrubochak for $490,000.
Elizabeth M. Stoltzfus conveyed property in West Earl Township to Elizabeth M. Stoltzfus for $1.
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. 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) Andrew H. & Janet M. Martin 717-381-5704
717-733-1006
Lic. #499, #2116, #5064, #3956
www.klinekreidergood.com
(Denver/Adamstown Area) PUBLIC AUCTION
3-BDRM. 2-BATH MODULAR RANCHER
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 13 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 717-7331006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368)
Randal V. Kline Roy E. Good, Jr. Aaron Z. Nolt
Curvin M. Horning 717-445-4309 Lic. #499, #2116, #5064, #3956
* Pallet Forks, High Flow Post Hole Digger w/12”, 18”, 24”, 30”, 36”, 42” & 48” Bits, Mud Bucket (to be sold separately)
* Clark Tow Motor Mod. PR30 w/Big Front Wheels, 6,000# Cap, Triple Mast, Serial # 68749.
* TCM Tow Motor Mod. M375-460 Double Mast 12’ Height Cap, 8000# Cap. w/Side Shift, Propane.
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)
open to LR 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: 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
Auction By: Michael J. Martin
PA
JACKS-TOOLS-SHELVING-INVENTORY PUBLIC AUCTION Mon., Dec. 15, 2025 at 9 AM Inc. Inc. 55 New St., Ephrata, PA 17522
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! Check website for weekly updates to photo gallery. AUCTION
to remove your items. SEE MORE INFO & PHOTOS: www.lhauctionsinc.com Auction For: KC Warehouse Deals
* 2008 Translift w/15,000# Cap.
* Load Rite 8’x10’ Snowmobile Trailer w/Title.
* 7½’x18’ Tandem Axle Trailer.
* Arctic Cat Puma Snowmobile.
* Yamaha V-Max 600 Snowmobile.
Shelving - Storage Racking - Ladders: 54”x66” 3,000# Skid Loader Trash Hopper, 12’ 4-Tier HD Storage Racking 1,700# Cap., 9’ High x 25’ Wide x 9’ Deep Double/Single Side Racking, 4’x8½’x11’ Trim Storage Unit, Modular Rollers, Rock & Auger Anchors, Fisher 8½’ V-Plow SN 83517, (12) IH Suitcase Weights, Wood Cribbing, Forklift Trailer Hitches, Weather Guard Job Box, 10’ Port-O-Brake, Werner 36’ Alum. Ext. & Little Giant Ladder, Approx. 30 50-Gal. Plastic Barrels w/Lids, Steel Implement Wheels, Early Ground Driven Double Beater Manure Spreader (good shape), (12) 3’x8’ Traction Mats, Asst. Clevis. Shop Equipment - Tools: Emglo Air Comp. w/Honda Eng., Emglo Vert. Twin Cylinder Air Comp., DeWalt Miter Saw On Stand, Centron Pro2 7500W Elec. Start Gen., J-Air Comp. w/Honda Eng. (needs repairs), Stihl 12” Concrete Saw, Air Over Hyd. Jacks, Acetylene Torch Set, Gauges, Hose Cart & Nozzles, 40-Gal. Whirlpool Elec. & Propane Water Heaters, DeWalt Folding Saw Horses, Roller Stand, Black & Decker Miter Saw, Century Battery Charger, Maxx Fans, Bosch Brute Elec. Jack Hammer, 20-Ton Hyd. Jack, Craftsman 10” Radial Arm Saw, Strap Bander, Milwaukee Saws, Air Nailers, Air-O Smith Comp., 10/2 & 12/2 Elec. Wire, 3’ Magnet, Creeper, Misc. Shelving Units & Hardware, Lg. Asst. Lags, Screws & Nails, Elec. & Plumbing Items, Elec. Cords, Asst. of Milwaukee, Mikita & DeWalt Elec. & Air Tools, Milwaukee Bench Grinder, Asst. Oils & Greases, Misc. Tool Boxes, Cork Boards, Ridgid 6¼ hp Shop Vac, Asst. Gas & DSL Cans, Vise, Alum. Side Boxes, Alum. Walkway 12’x20’. Lawn & Garden: JD TRS 21” Snowblower, Tractor Supply Lawn Dump Cart, Scotts Lawn Spreader, Hose Reel & Hose, White 3’ & 4’ Kitchen Cabinets w/Counter Tops, 3’x8’ Wood Grain Counter Tops, 3’x7’
3043 Back Run Rd., Manheim, PA 17545. Rt. 772 W. (Mt. Joy Rd.). Right Milton Grove Rd. straight unto Back Run Rd. to auction on right. (Rapho Twp., Lanc. Co.)
Trucks
210 Musser Rd., East Earl. From New Holland, Rt. 322 E.
Blue Ball. Right Musser Rd. House corner of Musser Rd. & WeaWit St.
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.
