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Camaraderie on the Court
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n a sand cour t tucked beside a r iverside cabin in Columbia, laughter carries as easily as the volleyballs. For 40 years, a tight-knit crew known as River Rules Volleyball has gathered here every Wednesday night to dive, bump and banter their way through another round of competition and camaraderie. What began in 1985 as a few friends from a local social club has turned into a decades-long tradi- A River Rules Volleyball game in action. Photo by Cat Shannon tion, complete with its own set of “We will play anytime, regard- like your average sand volleyball quirky rules, seasonal marathons less of the weather conditions,” match, with teams of three, four and plenty of good-natured chaos. said original member Matthew or five racing to 15 points. But a The group plays from early April Berntheizel. “When we started closer look reveals the spirit of through September and hosts two this group, we wanted to play in River Rules: unpredictable, a little daylong marathons to celebrate every season.” rowdy and a lot of fun. the solstices. At first glance, their games look “We don’t call carries,” Berntheizel
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Shine Bright at Hope Within 5K BY CAT SHANNON
Support a local nonprofit, enjoy beautiful surroundings and get some exercise all at the same time by participating in the Hope Within Ministries’ Let Your Light Shine 5K Walk/ Run. The event will be held on
Saturday, July 19, beginning at 8 a.m. at Stone Gables Estate, 1 Hollinger Lane, Elizabethtown. “The idea came about as a means to represent what Hope Within Ministries is - a health care, dental and counseling center,” said Laurie Reichert, director of development for the See 5K pg 2
2024 MS FitEffect participants and trainers with program director Mark Mueller (far right)
MS FitEffect Puts Strength Into Motion explained. “We have sessions there are no two people who available Monday through Sat- share the same set of symptoms urday in the morning, afternoon at the same intensities with the and some evenings. It is based same presentation of symptoms.” While specifics vary for each on the participant’s and trainer’s participant, the program focuses availability.” on strength, stamina and stability for all sessions. “ We use a combination of “We meet each stretching, relaxation techniques, participant where they weight training, cardiovascular training, balance and gait training are at and move them and functional training,” Mark forward from there.” said. “We meet each participant where they are at and move them forward from there. We focus on As Mark shared, MS FitEffect is helping them achieve a better qualpersonalized. ity of life by working with them on “The program is different for activities of daily living that have everyone, as the trainer cus- become difficult for them.” tom-designs the program for the MS FitEffect is open to anyone particular participant,” he stated. with MS or any demyelinating “MS is different for everyone; disease.
The historic Star Barn will be one of the sights to see along the route of Hope Within Ministries’ Let Your Light Shine 5K.
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ark Mueller and his wife, Jackie, took a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) and turned it into an opportunity to help others. Jackie was diagnosed with MS in 1998, and the couple sought to treat the disease as naturally as possible, without medication. They experimented with nutrition and exercise to see what worked and what didn’t, and their research led to MS FitEffect, a free, 10-week program for people with MS. The next session will run from Saturday, Sept. 6, through Saturday, Nov. 15, at Elizabethtown Fitness Club, 626 S. Market St. “Each participant selects a time with their trainer for their private one-hour weekly session,” Mark
A World of Wonder Awaits Inside the Bookmobile
BY JEFF FALK
It ’s more than books on wheels. The Library System of Lancaster County’s (LSLC) bookmobile delivers knowledge, creativity, inspiration and joy. The bookmobile is kind of like a food truck serving up nourishment for the mind and soul. “Reading in general is very important,” said Audrey Lilley, the bookmobile’s driver, curator and full-time coordinator. “It’s important for kids to be reading. It’s important for them to
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be able to pick up a book and see characters who look like them. Reading can be inspirational, and with retirees, it kind of comes full circle. I think retirees can find comfort in reading. For all people in between, it’s a way to relax and unwind.” W h e n n o t o n t h e g o to multiple locations all across Lancaster County, Lilley parks the bookmobile at LSLC’s main office at 1866 Colonial Village Lane, Suite 107, Lancaster. The bookmobile is a 22-foot-long box truck with a single entrance See Bookmobile pg 3
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Bazaar Will Offer Crafts, Food and More for All When the organizers of the holiday bazaar at Ironville United Methodist Church say they have something for everyone, they’re not kidding. The church’s annual event will feature craft vendors, a white elephant room, a kids’ area and lots of homemade food. The bazaar will be held at the church, 4020 Holly Drive, Columbia, on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. “We will have 17 outside vendors selling crafts and 24 vendors in all, including the church tables,” said Marge Osborne, who is on the bazaar committee. Vendors will sell Showcasing items in the white elephant room of the Ironville
United Methodist Church bazaar are (from left) Linda Bulett,
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Have you started your Christmas shopping yet? Whether you have or not, you’ll find just what you’re looking for at the Olde Salem Craft Bazaar. The event will be held in the social hall at the rear of Historic Salem United Church of Christ (UCC), 324 Walnut St., Columbia, on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shoppers can peruse fall and Christmas crafts, gently used Christmas décor, Mary Kay products, toys, jewelry, handmade dolls, plants, books, teacup gnomes and teacup floral arrangements. New merchandise will include toys, clothing, household goods and Christmas items. Several chance items will be up for grabs, including a peace basket, Lego sets, a gift card giveaway basket, a local business basket, a cozy basket and a health and beauty basket. For people who work up an appetite while shopping, the bazaar will also feature a variety of food for sale. Soups, including homemade chicken corn, ham and bean, cheesy cauliflower and chili, will be served, along with filling balls and sandwiches such as hamburger barbecue, subs and hot dogs. New this year, the church members will also offer breakfast food. Lots of baked goods will be for sale as well, including sand tarts, pumpkin rolls, peanut butter balls, cake doughnuts, cake pops and fudge. All items will be available to enjoy for a sit-down meal or for takeout. “The bazaar is a tradition for Salem UCC and a time for fellowship and enjoyment,” shared
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