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Gretna Music’s summer season will continue with a variety of events. Unless otherwise noted, the events will take place at the Mount Gretna Playhouse, 200 Pennsylvania Ave., Mount Gretna. Among the activities will be mainstage performances, which require tickets. To purchase tickets, visit www.gretnamusic.org. The mainstage performances will be preceded by First Listen events, which are 20-minute mini concerts showcasing young local musicians. Admission is free. A kids’ sing-along with Mr. Music will take place on Monday, July 13, from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Hall of Philosophy, 212 Gettysburg Ave., Mount Gretna. Kids will also have the opportunity to explore various musical instruments after the event. Admission is free. A First Listen concert featuring the Luca Savarino Quartet will be held on Friday, July 17, at 6:30 p.m. In addition to Luca

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mation about the (pet provided by foster parents).” Finding foster homes with volunteers who have had pets but do not have any at the moment is especially helpful because those foster parents have experience but are able to focus more on the animal being fostered. Both organizations accept cats as well. “For the most part (with) cats, it’s mostly kitten fostering,” said Reinmiller. “It’s socializing and housing until they are old enough to come to the shelter for adoption.” Kittens must be eight weeks old or weigh two pounds to stay at the

shelter. At All 4 Paws Rescue, both rescues and owner surrenders that are not immediately adopted go to foster homes the same day. “ We like the foster care system because it gives the (pet) a home as opposed to a kennel,” said Hendr ick s. “I t ’s about whether we have a foster home (available) that will work,” she added, pointing out that foster homes are always needed. Reflecting on her own experience fostering, Hendricks stated that she has reaped many benefits. “It’s wonderful to be part of a dog’s journey,” she said.

Gretna Music from pg 2 Chausson’s Concerto for Violin, Piano, and String Quartet, Op. 21 and Felix Mendelssohn’s String Octet in E-flat major, Op. 20. The Cardinal Quartet will give a First Listen concert on Sunday, July 26, at 6:45 p.m. The quartet consists of violinists Harrison Mabon and Taisei Berg, violist Jacob Iwanowicz, and cellist Tracey Rodriguez. They range from a sophomore in high school to college students. The Curtis on Tour program will come to Gretna for a mainstage perfor-

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on Monday, July 27, from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Hall of Philosophy. In the puppet show, class, cultures, and expectations clash when Jacques’ American cousin Sam visits him in Paris for a birthday celebration. The show combines glove puppetry, live music, and audience participation, and it won a 2024 Jim Henson Foundation grant award. Admission is free. Gretna Music offers an array of ticketing options. The Gretna Grooves package is for the three jazz

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When it comes to the agenda for the community picnic hosted by Ruhl’s Church, one word sums it up. “Simply put, we hold this yearly event because it is fun. It is fun for those who attend and fun for those who help make it such a success year after year,” said Gail Ruhl, community picnic committee member. “Many people who help and attend can remember when they were very young and came to the annual picnic with their families. It was, and is, an event that is looked forward to. Without the annual community picnic, something would be missing from our usual summer schedule of events.” The Ruhl’s Church annual Community Picnic at the Grove will be held on Saturday, July 18. It will start at 9 a.m. with takeout chicken corn soup, pies, cake and other homemade desserts available for purchase, and it will conclude at 2 p.m. or when all food items are sold out. The picnic will be held at the church’s grove, 2766 Newport Road, Manheim. “Not only will there be an opportunity to take home some of our famous chicken corn soup - bring your own containers or buy it by the quart - but you can stay awhile and taste some of the other lunch items from our menu,” Ruhl said. “We will be serving soup, hot dogs, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hot sausage sandwiches, homemade desserts, hand-dipped ice cream and assorted beverages.” Although the star of the show is the food, that’s not the only reason to attend the old-fashioned picnic, she noted. “Our church picnic grove has a wonderful play area for children to enjoy and is equipped with swings, slides and lots of space to run,” Ruhl shared, noting that the event is very family friendly. “Beautiful shade trees to sit and relax under, plenty of picnic tables outside and tables inside the building as well provide a great place to sit and talk with old friends and make some new friends too.” The picnic is a low-key opportunity for fun and friendship, Ruhl said. “Our hope is that attend-

ees would feel welcomed and at home when they come to the picnic,” she added. “We try hard to create a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere for folks to gather and fellowship together. This informal gathering is also another way for attendees to get to know us better and to see what our church is all about.” While the picnic is just one day, it takes a lot of advance preparation to pull off a successful event, Ruhl said. “I often think of the classic proverb ‘many hands make light work’ when talking about our church’s community picnic,” she explained. “It takes lots of effort, a willing group of people and teamwork.” A cleanup crew begins preparing the site for cooking and for the event during the week leading up to the picnic. Deliveries are made to the grove throughout the week, and as the picnic date approaches, the men of the church come out early to cook the chicken that will later be deboned by a group of volunteers. “This year we will be cooking and deboning nearly 600 pounds of chicken to make 13 large kettles of chicken corn soup following our church’s unique recipe that has been perfected over many years,” Ruhl said. “We are actually making an extra kettle of soup this year, because we sold out early last year and don’t want to run out again.” On the day of the picnic, volunteers begin very early in the morning to get ready for the day and wait for the

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crowd to arrive. “People come early with their own containers to take home the soup we have prepared,” Ruhl said. “It is satisfying to see so many happy and familiar faces year after year. All the planning and hard work that goes into this event is certainly worth it. We are glad to serve the community in this way.” Ruhl’s Church will host grove services on Sundays at 7 p.m. from July 12 through Aug. 16. Each service will be followed by an ice cream social. Speakers for the services will be the Timlin family, Rev. Brian Albert, Rev. Alan Smith, Rev. John Longmire, Rev. R ick R imer t and S e th Achey.

“Ever y ser vice star ts off with a hymn sing and includes inspiring Biblebased messages that feed the soul,” Ruhl commented. Additionally, vacation Bible school will take place from Monday, July 20, through Thursday, July 23, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. “ This year ’s theme is ‘PandaMania: Where God Is Wild About You!’” Ruhl said. “Children 4 years old through fourth grade are welcome to join the fun. Each evening will have a featured Bible verse. Activities include praiseworthy music, Bible adventures where children experience God’s word, fun-filled games, awesome crafts and a yummy takehome snack.”

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disqualified. In addition to the race, competitors may participate in a costume contest with a theme of “Barnyard Animals.” A panel of judges will evaluate the entrants based on creativity, adherence to theme and overall presentation to choose the winners. The Baby Race winner and the Baby Race Best Dressed winner will receive cash prizes. The contest is being sponsored by the Elizabethtown-Donegal Kiwanis Club and Craig Rothstein, State Farm Insurance agent. To register, email the completed entry form to elizabethtownkiwanis@ gmail.com. Registrations will also be accepted in the fair office on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 9 a.m. to noon. Walk-up registration will only be available if space permits. For more information, call Cortney at 570-412-3336. The annual Talent Show will be held on Aug. 25 at 6:30 p.m. on the Kiwanis Stage. The contest is open to any amateur from the greater Elizabethtown area. No full bands are eligible to compete. The contest will have four divisions: Adult Amateurs, Youth Amateurs (up to and including age 18), Lip Sync, and Itty Bitty (under age 10). Any type of talent is

Before you can teach students, you must first reach them. Pennsylvania College of Art & Design (PCA&D) has the curriculum, the forward thinking a n d t h e p ro fe s s o r s to challenge active minds. “ Pe o p l e o f t e n k n o w PCA&D as an art school, but what they may not realize is how deeply connected we are to workforce development, community partnerships and the regional economy,” said PCA&D president Andy Barnes. “Our graduates work across industries because creative thinking is valuable ever ywhere. Employers increasingly

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acceptable. Contestants will perform a two- to three-minute act. Each presentation must be fully staged with costumes, props, dancing, etc., when applicable. All contestants must supply their own musical accompaniment for the song or dance to be performed; they may use a CD, an MP3 file, or a recording on a phone that has a Bluetooth connection. All lyrics and music will be used at the discretion of the contest officials. No profanity or inappropriate actions or dress will be permitted. If an act is deemed inappropriate, the performance will be terminated immediately. Judging criteria will include musical ability (when applicable), choreography (when applicable), costuming, originality and creativity, stage presentation, effectiveness, and overall presentation. The decision of the judges is final. The top three winners will receive prize money. Entr y forms may be obtained from Gina Mariani at P.O. Box 292, Bainbridge, PA 17502, or in the Elizabethtown Fair Premium Book. All entries and entry fees must be mailed to Mariani. For an entry form or additional information, contact Mariani at 717-278-8484.

GEARS Posts Zumba, Banking Program GEARS will offer activities to the community. Unless otherwise noted, there is a p er-p ers on cost, with a discounted rate for residents. To reg ister or for more information, visit www .getintogears.org or call 717-367-0355. Zumba Gold will be o f fe re d o n Tu e s d ay s , July 28 to Sept. 1, from 6 to 6:45 p.m. in the gym at the GEARS Community Center, 70 S. Poplar St., Elizabethtown. This program is a toned-down version of Zumba, geared for de-conditioned people, beginner exercisers, and active older adults. Banking Basics will be

presented on Tuesday, Aug. 11, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the GEARS Communi t y Center. A re presentative of M&T Bank will share the basics of how to earn more, save more, and protect one’s f i n a n c e s . To p i c s w i l l include different types of accounts and services that banks offer and how these tools can benefit people now and for the future. The class may be especially relevant for teens who are just getting started or anyone w ith questions ab out their existing accounts. The program is open to people age 13 and up. The class is free, but preregistration is required.

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Concert, Butterfly Program Slated LancasterHistor y and Music for Everyone (MFE) will celebrate MFE’s 20th anniversar y on Sunday, July 12, from 5 to 7 p.m. at LancasterHistory, 230 N. President Ave., Lancaster. Jordan and Mark Rast will per form bluegrass and folk music, and Michael Jamanis from MFE will talk about the history of music in America. See MFE pg 9

Jimmy Jam, face painting, and a bounce house. Free activities will be available for children. All proceeds from Threads and Treads will be used to purchase clothing, shoes, and other items for students in need in the Elizabethtown Area School District (EASD). This event is not sponsored by EASD.

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The Children’s Dyslexia Center of Lancaster held its 21st annual Celebration of Achievement on June 7 at Stayer Hall, located on Millersville University’s campus. Seven graduates from the program were in attendance: Chloe Britcher-Walters, Weston Elmore, Xander Hester, Bryce Moyer, Cian Rice, Rowan Suckau, and Olivia Walburn. Heather Brown, director of the center, presented each graduate with a certificate; a personalized booklet of his or her reading journey; and an autograph bear, the mascot adopted by the Children’s Dyslexia Centers Inc., as a keepsake. Students presented words of thanks to their tutors and the board of governors for the services they received. The event concluded with an ice cream social. The center, sponsored

grit. Scheid has shifted to an advisor y role as chief executive officer for both companies, staying on the team in a more limited capacity to provide mentorship and ensure a smooth transition period. Meanwhile, Kenneth J. Fetterolf has assumed t he ro l e o f p re s i de nt at Horst Construction. Fetterolf is not new to the team, having served as the vice president of operations since 2010. He has worked in the constr uction industr y in various capacities for over 30 years. For Horst Excavating, Ja s o n He s s h a s b e e n a p p o i n t e d p re s i d e n t . Hess is also a tenured Horst employee, having joined the team in 2012 and worked as a director of project management, eventually taking on the role of vice president of operations in 2024. Hess has been involved in the sitework industry in various capacities for over 25 years.

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Two Elizabethtown residents graduated from A l v e r n i a U n i v e r s i t y, Reading, on May 9. The university conferred a record 800 degrees during its commencement ceremony at Santander Arena in Reading.

Take a trip to the islands without ever leaving L ancaster County. T he Lancaster Liederkranz will host its 18th annual Parrot Fest on Saturday, July 18, from 5 to 11 p.m. at 722 S. Chiques Road, Manheim. The event will feature all the food, fun and flavor of a tropical paradise, said Andy Deck, event organizer. “It’s a big summer dance/ beach par ty,” he said. “Parrot Fest has a really fun, laid-back vibe.” The band Tropical Sunz will kick off the entertainment, performing at 5:30 p.m., followed by headliners Jimmy & the Parrots, who will play from 7 to 11 p.m. “They started out as a Jimmy Buffet tribute band, but now they ’ve moved into more of an eclectic dance party band,” Deck said. “They’re a fantastic band who really feeds off of what the crowd is doing. They play to the crowd and adjust their shows to the energy of the crowd.” Parrot Fest, named as a nod to Jimmy Buffet fans, who are known as “Parrotheads,” began when a group

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Kayla Myers received a Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice. Jahquesha Smith received a Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice with a minor in pre-law. Myers was also named to the dean’s list for the spring semester.

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of Liederkranz members wanted to host a summer festival. “They thought it would be fun to do a type of beach fest in the middle of summer,” Deck said, noting that the German club is also known for other public festivals , including Sommerfest and Oktoberfest. Tables will be set up in the pavilion on-site, providing plenty of space to enjoy the music while chowing down on burgers, jerk chicken, hot dogs, bratwursts and more. “We’ll have the Rotary french fry wagon here,” Deck said. “We’ll serve beer, wine and some liquor.” New this year, the event will sell Surfside beverages, which are canned cocktails made with vodka. People can reserve tables for up to 10, but seating for individuals and smaller groups will be available as well. The event is open to anyone age 12 and up. As Deck emphasized, while the Liederkranz is a German club, Parrot Fest is not a German event. It’s just a fun party open to anyone who wants to enjoy a summer night outside. It also serves as a fundraiser for the club, supporting maintenance and facility costs. “We view Parrot Fest as an example of Gemutlichkeit or ‘breaking bread’ with your friends,” Deck said. “Part of the reason we

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do these fests is to honor that term and that atmosphere. It’s about community and engaging in that community. We really care about that.” He encourages everyone to come out to Parrot Fest. “If you like to sit back, have some good food and drink and enjoy listening to music and a really good band, this is the event for you,” he said. “If you want to get out on the dance floor, this is also the event for you. There’s something for everybody at Parrot Fest. It’s a great opportu-

nity to meet with people, relive your youth and enjoy a fun time together.” Parrot Fest is a cash-only event. An ATM is located on-site. Tickets are available only in advance, and there is a discount for purchasing tickets by Tuesday, June 30, with a lesser discount for tickets purchased by Wednesday, July 15. No tickets will be sold at the door. The event will be held rain or shine. To purchase tickets, visit www.eventbrite.com/e/ parrot-fest-2026-regi stration-1988256965105.

ity be yond traditional expectations, whether it’s in design, entrepreneurship, health care, entertainment , te ch nolo g y, education or nonprofit work.” The staff at PCA&D is made up of 19 full-time faculty members, 76 parttime or adjunct faculty and 36 staff members. “Our faculty combine technical instruction with mentorship, collaboration and hands-on learning,” said Barnes. “Students learn through studio practice, critiques, real-world projects and interdisciplinary experiences. Our faculty are working artists too, so they integrate their real-world experi-

ences into coursework and class discussions. We also emphasize ad aptability. Creative careers continue to evolve rapidly, so students need to know how to learn, pivot and apply their skills in different environments. Faculty work closely with students to help them develop both creative confidence and professional readiness.” PCA&D was established in 1982. Over the past 44 years, the institution has added more academic offerings, developed community partnerships and participated in and promoted public events. For additional information, go to www.pcad.edu.

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History from pg 1 “What makes the center special is that it doesn’t simply present history as something that happened long ago,” continued Traverse. “It asks visitors to consider how the questions that defined Stevens’ and Smith’s lives - questions about citizenship, equality, justice and democracy continue to shape our lives today.” Recently, the Thaddeus Stevens & Lydia Hamilton Smith Center for History and Democracy opened its doors at 13-15 E. Vine St., Lancaster, to visitors. The new museum, which is located on the site of Stevens’ home and law offices, is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Stevens & Smith Center is associated with and a part of LancasterHistory. “The project has been many years in the making - more than a decade,” said Traverse. “It grew from painstaking research, preser vation effor ts, archaeological discovers and a growing recognition that Lancaster - and this

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historic landmark in particular - played an important role in some of the most consequential chapters of American history. The center represents a communitywide commitment to preserving and sharing that histor y for future generations.” Housed in a multistory building, the Stevens & Smith Center tells its tales through exhibition galleries, original artifacts, educational programs and immersive experiences. Visitors connect local history to national history through stories about the Underground R ailroad, the Civil War, Reconstruction and the Christiana Resistance. “Many people are surprised to learn that some of the most important stories in the fight against slavery and for equal rights happened right here in Lancaster,” said Traverse. “We want visitors to understand that Lancaster’s history is not a footnote to the American story - it is American history. Lancaster County’s history is remarkably deep and diverse. Lancaster has

long been a crossroads of people, ideas and movements that helped shape the nation.” An influential statesm an from L anc a ster County during the 1800s, Stevens actively assisted individuals in search of freedom through the Underground Railroad, and many of his ideals helped form national laws. Steven’s longtime confidante, Smith was a successful businessperson and property owner who shared S tevens ’ home. “Histor y helps us understand how we arrived at the present moment,” said Traverse. “It gives us perspective, context and a deeper understanding of the choices individuals and communities have made. Preserving history allows us to learn from the past while inspiring future generations to engage thoughtfully with the challenges of their own time.” For additional information, go to https://stevens andsmithcenter.org.

Grants Awarded for Native Plantings T he Giant Company, known locally as Giant and Martin’s, in partnership with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful, has announced the 21 recipients of its 2026 Healing the Planet grants. A total of $100,000 was given to support projects across the company’s operating areas in Pennsylvania. Among the grant recipients were the 18th Wonder Improvement Association in Reading , the Lititz Public Library, and the York

County Industrial Development Authority. Since 2021, Giant has par tnered with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful to offer over $1.4 million in Healing the Planet grants to recipients to help fund projects that connect communities with green spaces; protect and improve local water ways and water resources; prevent, reduce, and recover food waste; and support native plantings and habitat restoration.

K e e p Pennsy lvani a Beautiful supports community improvement initiatives and encourages community leadership, responsibility, and respect for the environment. A state affiliate of Keep America Beautiful Inc., the group has more than 35 years of experience in organizing volunteer-driven community improvement events. For more information, visit www.keeppabeautiful.org.

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BOSSLER MENNONITE CHURCH: Located at 2021 Bossler Rd., Elizabethtown. Phone: 717-367-5167. Web site: www.bosslermennonite.org Sunday Worship held at 10 am. Preschool: 717537-8192.

MILTON GROVE CHURCH: 2026 Cloverleaf Road (located N. of Rt. 283 Rheems/ Elizabethtown Exit) Mount Joy. Pastor: Jamie Pietsch. Join us Sundays at 9:30 am for in-person worship and on Facebook live at www.miltongrovechurch.com

CHIQUES METHODIST CHURCH: 1215 E. Main St., Mount Joy. Chris Ritchie, Interim Pastor. Worship Service at 9-10 am Children’s Sunday School: 9-10 am. Refreshments & Fellowship: 10-10:30 am. Adult Sunday School at 10:30-11:30 am. Nursery Provided, Handicapped Accessible. For more information, call: 717-653-5175.

PROCLAMATION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA): Meeting at Kraybill Mennonite School, 598 Kraybill Church Rd., Mount Joy, PA 17552. Sundays at 10:30am We Welcome You! Visit us online at www.proclamationpca.com

CHRIST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 75-125 East High Street, Elizabethtown 717-367-2786. Rev. Albert J. Domines, Jr., Pastor. Liturgies of Holy Eucharist held Saturday at 6 pm & Sunday at 9:30 am Handicapped accessible. Morning Prayer Wednesdays at 8:30am. Visit us online at: www.christlutheran-etown.com

RUHL’S CHURCH: A growing church committed to Christ. Worship on Sunday morning at 8 am for a traditional feel. Sunday School for all ages at 9:15 am., 10:30 am. Worship led by praise band. (Nursery available. Handicap accessible.) For more information, please call 717-665-3400 or visit www.ruhlschurch.org Located at 4810 Elizabethtown Rd, Manheim.

COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH: welcomes you to Love God, Love Others, and Reach Out with us! Join us for worship on Sundays at 8:00, 9:30, or 11:00 a.m. We’re located at 331 Anderson Ferry Road in Marietta (off Rt 441 on Rt 772). Learn more at cbcpa.org. ELIZABETHTOWN MENNONITE CHURCH: 300 S Spruce St. (corner of S. Spruce & E. Bainbridge) Elizabethtown, PA 17022. You are welcome to join us for Sunday School at 9:00 am and Sunday Worship at 10:00 am Ph: 717-367-7089 E-mail: info@etownmennonite.com ETOWN GRACE CHURCH, 305 Anchor Rd, Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Dr. Rick A. Clark, Pastor. Sunday: SS and Adult Bible Classes 9 am, Morning Worship 10:15 am. Wed night 6:15-7:45 pm AWANA (Children’s Ministry). Website at etowngrace.com FLORIN CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN: You are welcome here! Worship service is at 10:15am Sunday mornings at 815 Bruce Avenue, Mount Joy PA 17552. Now Live Streaming on YouTube - Search for us @florinchurch For more information, visit us at www.florincob.org Phone: 717-6531202 Email: secretary@florincob.org

SAINT PAUL’S CHURCH (A united Methodist Congregation): 398 N. Locust Street (North Spruce and Oak Streets), Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Phone:717-367-1889. Sunday Worship: Traditional at 8:30am, Grace Kids (ages 0-12 yrs) at 10:15am, Contemporary 10:15am.Email:office@wearesaintpauls.com Visit us online at: wearesaintpauls.com

ST. MARK’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Loving, growing, and sharing JOY through Jesus! Sunday service times: 9 and 10:30 a.m. 27 E. Main St., Mount Joy 717-6535493. www.connectstmarks.com Livestream at facebook.com/ConnectStMarks TBC BIBLE CHURCH: Together Becoming Christ-like. 5880 School House Rd., Elizabethtown. We are a friendly, family-like atmosphere welcoming you to join us for Sunday school for all ages at 9:30 am & worship at 10:30 am. (jr. church included). Afternoon / evening gatherings meet on various Sundays for prayer, Bible study and fellowship. Wednesday prayer meeting at 7:00pm. Monthly men’s and women’s Bible studies offer an opportunity to grow deeper in the Word and to fellowship with others. tbcbiblechurch.org or call 717-433-7585

MARY MOTHER OF THE CHURCH (A Roman Catholic Parish): 625 Union School Rd., Mount Joy. Pastor: Rev. Ted Keating. Mass Times: Saturday Vigil 4:30pm, Sunday 8:30 & 11 am; Monday thru Friday 8:30 am. Confessions: Sat 3:30pm. 717-653-4903, visit us online at www.marymotherparish.org

THE ENCOUNTER CHURCH: A gathering of imperfect people seeking to know and encounter God. Sunday morning prayer at 9 am & worship at 10 am. 221 N. Front St., Bainbridge. www.encounter-connect.org

MAYTOWN CHURCH OF GOD: 14 West Elizabeth St., Maytown. Scott Sweigart, Pastor. All are w0elcome! Sunday Worship Service at 9:00 am. Phone: 717-426-3117. www.maytowncog.org

WORD OF LIFE CHAPEL: 139 Wickersham Rd., Bainbridge. 717-426-1171 Sunday Service - 10:15 am (Children’s Ministry & Nursery Care Provided). Visit us online at www.wordoflifechapel.org We welcome you!

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Webinar Series Planned Smoker & Company has announced the launch of the 2026 Insights Series, a new, live webinar program designed to equip business leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals with timely insights, practical strategies, and expert perspectives to navigate an evolving economic and business landscape. The program is free of charge. The series will addresses critical issues facing individuals, privately held businesses, and growthoriented organizations. Topics will include tax p l a n n i n g , re g u l a t o r y updates, financial strategy, risk management, and industry-specific trends. The webinars will include live question-and-answer times with subject matter experts.

All webinars will be d e l i v e r e d v i r t u a l l y. Attendees will also have access to supplementary resources and session recordings for continued learning. The series will kick off on Wednesday, July 22, at 11 a.m. with “Overpaid Income Taxes? How Individuals and Businesses Can Recover Money Through Amended Filings.” This session will explore how both individuals and businesses can identify opportunities to recover overpaid income taxes through amended filings, along with key considerations, timelines, and best practices. For more information and to re g ister, visit w w w. s m o ke rc p a . co m / classes-and-seminars/.

Bird Club Plans Field Trip The Lancaster County Bird C lub (LCBC) will offer a field trip to the Conoy Wetlands Nature Preserve on Prescot Road in Bainbridge on Saturday, July 11, at 7 a.m. T he trip is free and open to the public. Participants must register with trip leader Sarah Gotwols

at 717-940-3804 or sarahann71880@gmail .com by 6 p.m. on Friday, July 10. For more information about the LCBC, visit www.lancasterbirdclub . o r g , w w w. f a c e b o o k .com/lancasterbirdclub, or www.instagram.com/ lancasterbirdclub.

Coin & Currency Auction Saturday, July 18, 2026 Preview 8 A.M. - Auction 10 A.M.

Farm & Home Center Lancaster PA 1383 Arcadia Rd., Lancaster PA 17601

(Manheim Pike exit off of RT. 30, or RT. 283 onto 72 South towards Lancaster 1/4 mile turn left on Steel Way; this will take you right into the Farm & Home Center.)

Selling Coins; 450 plus lots of Copper, Silver, Type Coins, Part and Complete Sets, Gold: U.S. 15 Pieces & 14 Pieces of Foreign Gold Currency; 160 Lots of Currency, Nice Run of Lancaster County National Currency, Type Notes, Colonial, Fractional, Broken Bank Notes To include Nationals Large Christiana, Terre Hill, Elizabethtown, Mountville, Small Size, Blue Ball, Brownstown, Quarryville, Type 11 Pieces Series 1917 Legal Tender in Sequence Grade Uncirculated, plus others. Coins; Bust Halves; 30 Pieces To Include 12 Certified 1803 to 1811 with 1806 R5, 1806 over inverted six R4, plus several Rarity Rated Pieces; 1796 Small Eagle Dollar, Morgan Dollars 62 Pieces, with Nine CC Dollars, Plus Much more This Auction has a 10% Buyer’s Premium. We will be accepting mail bids for this auction. Listings on my website: rvpauctions.com & auctionzip.com. Email: rvpolitoauction@aol.com. Phone 717-371-5555 Bob Polito AU 2810.

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Wednesday July 15th

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A Taste of Summer in E-town

Faith-Based Soccer Program Planned for Children

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Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) of Lancaster County will offer a new Soccer Party Club to celebrate the World Cup coming to Philadelphia. Soccer Par ty C lub is a 90-minute program that meets for one day. It is free for children ages 5 to 12 and will be held at various locations throughout Lancaster County. The program includes soccer-themed games, a verse, songs, and a lesson. All workers are screened as required by the Child Evangelism Fellowship Child Protection

Policy. The Soccer Party Club locations and dates will include WJTL/The Junction Center, 1875 Junction Road, Manheim, on Friday, July 10, from 1:30 to 3 p.m.; Christian Fellowship Church, 758 Spruce Road, New Holland, on Tuesday, July 14, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.; Mountville Mennonite Church, 205 Froelich Ave., Mountville, on Wednesday, July 15, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.; First Spanish Assembly of God, 626 S. Duke St., Lancaster, on Thursday, July 16, from 2 to 3:30

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p.m.; Living Christ Church, 6067 Carpenter St., East Petersburg, on July 16 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.; and Word of Life Chapel, 139 Wickersham Road, Bainbridge, on Tuesday, July 21, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. In addition, RMC Church, 601 Rohrerstown Road, Lancaster, on Thursday, July 23, from 1:30 to 3 p.m.; Snyder Community Park, 250 Clay School Road, Ephrata , hosted Children may play soccer-themed by Hopeland Com- games during Soccer Party Club, munity Church, on offered through CEF of Lancaster July 23 from 1:30 County. to 3 p.m.; Culliton Park, 200 550 Linden St., Columbia, block of South Water Street, on Thursday, July 30, from Lancaster, hosted by Puerta 10 to 11:30 a.m.; The Well De Refugio, on Friday, July Church, 163 W. Frederick 24, from 1:30 to 3 p.m.; and St., Millersville, on July 30 Hempfield Church, 3050 from 1:30 to 3 p.m.; Grace Marietta Ave., Lancaster, Baptist Church of Millerson Monday, July 27, from ville, 242 Bender Road, on 10 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, July 31, from 10 to Also, Village of Love Early 11:30 a.m.; Souls Church, Learning Academy, 515 312 E. Ross St., Lancaster, Hershey Ave., Lancaster, on July 31 from 1:30 to 3 on Tuesday, July 28, from p.m.; and Iglesia Pentecos10:30 to noon; Woodcrest tal Peniel, 420 S. Christian Retreat, 225 Woodcrest St., Lancaster, on July 31 Drive, Ephrata, on Wednes- from 1:30 to 3 p.m. day, July 29, from 10 to Registration is required 11:30 a.m.; Victory Church, at www.ceflancaster.org.

Mock Constitutional Convention Set The League of Women Vo t e r s o f L a n c a s t e r County (LWVLC), in partnership with local history enthusiast Matt Johnson, will host a mock Constitutional Convention on Saturday, Aug. 8, to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary. The program is also held in conjunction with the League of Women Voters’ National Day of Action, honoring the Voting Rights Act, signed into law in August 1965. The mock Constitutional Convention will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at West Art, 816 Buchanan A v e . , L a n c a s t e r. T h e LWVLC seeks Lancaster County residents from all walks of life and political backgrounds to be delegates. To apply by Friday, July 10, visit https://

tinyurl.com/MockConstitutionalConvention. Due to limited space, participants will be selected based on building a representative sample of Lancaster C o u n t y re s i d e n t s a n d amendments proposed in an effort to create lively discussion and debate. The event’s goal is to bring together people from various backgrounds and political ideology to simulate the work and process for passing an amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Community members are also welcome to attend as observers. Powdered wigs and tri-cornered hats are not required. For more information, contact Carolyn Hernandez, LWVLC president, at Vote411lancastercounty@ gmail.com.