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e are all stronger and more effective aits Wonder Aw A World of Bookmobile when we work the ide Ins together. That’s the inspiration behind a free Business & Community Expo hosted US... WITHby EL the Mount Joy Area AV TR COME Chamber of Commerce and the Elizabethtown Area Chamber of Commerce. The expo will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 29, at Melhorn Manor, 977 W. Main St., Mount Joy. The collaborative event aims to connect local businesses, organizations and residents, giving attendees a chance to learn about ser vices, Inviting people to the Business & Community Expo are (from left) Michele build relationships and Emenheiser, Mount Joy Area Chamber of Commerce executive director; Denise strengthen the community. Grove, Elizabethtown Area Chamber of Commerce executive director; and Allory Building on the success of and Jessica Melhorn, owners of Melhorn Manor. a combined mixer the Chambers benefit of Chamber members and Chamber. Working together brings held earlier this year, Elizabeth- the Elizabethtown and Mount Joy more energy, more opportunities and more excitement for everyone.” town Area Chamber of Commerce communities. “This expo is a great chance to The public is invited to attend executive director Denise Grove and Mount Joy Area Chamber connect, showcase your business the expo and engage with more of Commerce executive director and meet new people,” Grove than 40 local businesses and orgaMichele Emenheiser wanted to stated. “What makes it even better nizations, including nonprofits, continue working together for the is teaming up with the Mount Joy health care providers, real estate the to see along of the sights will be one Light Shine 5K. c Star Barn Let Your The histori Ministries’ of Hope Within
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Bazaar and Yard Sale Will Feature Treasures for a Bargain BY CAT SHANNON
Mark your calendar for a treasure hunt on Saturday, Sept. 27. That’s the date of the annual bazaar and yard sale at Maytown Reformed United Church of Christ (UCC), 11 E. Elizabeth St., Maytown. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. R121607
According to organizers, attendees can expect to find lots of like-new items in mint condition, all for a bargain. “Yard sale items are varied and in good condition,” said Rev. Dr. Ronnette ComfortButler, pastor. “They include bedding, linens, holiday items, jewelry, books, toys, collectibles, furniture, framed Members of Maytown Reformed United Church
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Film and Forum Will Spotlight Addiction Recovery BY CAT SHANNON
Addiction, its impact on families and the ability to come through to the other side will be featured when Donegal Substance Abuse Alliance (DSAA) and Dr. Anne Kinderwater Carroll of Lancaster County Joining Forces for Children present a program at the Milanof-Schock Library. Strength & Support: Resources for a Recovery Journey will be held Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 6:30 p.m. at the library, 1184 Anderson Ferry Road, Mount Joy. The evening will feature a documentary screening, community conversation and local resources for those impacted by addiction. T he event will include a screening of “No Matter What: A Family Story of Addiction Recovery,” a documentary that follows one family’s honest and hopeful journey through addiction and into recovery. The documentary shares the journey of the Theurer family, a multi-generational household made up of a father and adult daughter in recovery, her young son, a mother and a teenage daughter. Their story weaves together each person’s unique challenges and triumphs, showing how they draw strength and hope from one another while navigating recovery as a family. Following the screening, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a question-andanswer session with the family featured in the film. Carroll will facilitate the discussion and will guide attendees through reflection and conversation. For organizer Stacy Emminger, executive director of DSAA, the See Film pg 5
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