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Grassland FFA Provides Agricultural Opportunities

BY JEFF FALK

hose who aren’t directly associated with it may not fully appreciate the value of agriculture. Not only do members of the Grassland FFA Club at Garden Spot High School (GSHS) understand the importance of agriculture and its byproducts, they embrace it.

BY JEFF FALK

Seventy-four years ago, Dennis Denenberg received services from the Society of Crippled Children and Adults that profoundly affected him and changed the course of his life. At the age of 4, Denenberg received speech therapy that turned a weakness into a strength.

“I think agriculture is important,” said Autumn Means, junior reporter in GSHS’ Grassland FFA Club. “It’s used in our everyday lives. It helps produce the food we eat, the clothes we wear and other products.”

“You can’t live a single day without coming into contact with something related to agriculture,” said Zoey Houck, junior vice president of the

club. “For me, I love advocating as much as I possibly can. I think some people don’t know how things come into their lives.”

An intracurricular program, Grassland FFA Club combines elements of the agriculture classroom and extracurricular activities. Grassland FFA Club meets every school day at GSHS for 30 minutes during an advisory period.

Literacy Council Linked to Improved Quality of Life

BY JEFF FALK

Poverty, certifications, education, language skills, self-enrichment.

All of those concepts and their implications are related and interrelated. All of those concepts and implications are relevant and intersect at the Literacy Council of Lancaster-Lebanon.

“I would add health to that list,” said Cheryl Hiester, who’s been the executive director of the Literacy Council of Lancaster-Lebanon for 18 years. “There’s a correlation between literacy and health. The ability to read and write English and fully participate in today’s world can impact every single aspect of an adult’s life. You can’t be fully engaged in your child’s education if you don’t have those skills. Those are significant barriers.”

It’s the kind of story that the organization, now known as Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development, has routinely authored over the last nine decades.

“I really garbled my words; it wasn’t just a stutter,” said Denenberg, clearly and succinctly. “You could really not understand what I was saying. My time at Schreiber opened the door to a successful

The Literacy Council of Lancaster-Lebanon, which is located at 407 Lafayette St., Lancaster, is dedicated to enriching lives and helping individuals reach their full potential through adult education. Not only does the local nonprofit promote the concept of lifelong learning, it embraces it.

“We’re an agency who serves adults,” said Hiester. “They come to us to improve their basic skills. For many, they’re people who are new to the county and need to learn English. Anything you would’ve done in public education as a kid and didn’t get to do, you can do with us. We meet our clients where they are to make sure our instruction is meeting their needs, so they can take the next steps in their lives.”

The Literacy Council of Lancaster-Lebanon, which works closely with Lancaster-Lebanon

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Intermediate Unit 13, provides instruction in basic education skills like reading, writing, math, social studies and science and prepares students to acquire high school equivalency certifications. The Literacy Council also offers a digital literacy program to help novices navigate the technology world and an international health care professionals’ program, which helps immigrant professionals like doctors and nurses obtain the skills and licenses required to practice medicine here.

The Literacy Council does not provide job training, but the organization does provide educational support for individuals preparing for job training and higher forms of education.

can’t be enrolled in school.

“They are people who want to improve their lives through education,” said Hiester. “They want to get better jobs. They want to continue their educations. They want to improve their credentials or Americanize their educations. Thirty-five percent of the students we serve have a diploma. The people who come to us are a diverse group.”

Hiester said that there are currently 55,987 working-age adults living in Lancaster County who do not possess a high school diploma. About 22% of Lancaster County’s 380,144 adult residents or 83,631 individuals are functioning at or below Level 1 literacy.

Hiester also said that, on the average, 100 hours of adult education corresponds to about $9,621 a year in employee income.

“There are a lot of people in the community who don’t have their high school diplomas,” said Hiester, a resident of Mount Joy. “The career awareness gives people an opportunity to learn about the opportunities available to them. Some employers require high school credentials to hire individuals. If you want to go on to higher education, you need that credential. Others may want to show their children the importance of education. Most people don’t drop out of school on purpose.”

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The Literacy Council of Lancaster-Lebanon is currently serving about 500 individuals in its service area, but there are an estimated 120,000 residents who could benefit from the organization’s programs. Participants must be age 18 or older and live in either of the two counties, and they

“Some of our students are living in homes with a large amount of stress,” said Hiester. “Families living in poverty might move frequently. There may be behavioral health issues that make it difficult to complete educations. There are a lot of people living in Lancaster County who came here as refugees and didn’t learn English. Every person has their own journey and experiences. We’re here to help them reach their goals.”

The Literacy Council of Lancaster-Lebanon, which was founded in 1985, employs 20 workers, some of whom are teachers and tutors. The organization also benefits from the service of volunteer instructors.

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St. Patrick’s Day Event Scheduled

The Father John Schmalhofer Knights of Columbus will hold its annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on Saturday, March 14, at 6 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 150 Water St., New Holland. People must be 21 or older to attend. The event will feature Irish food, including corned beef and cabbage, and entertainment by Erin Varley and his band Seamus Madigan and the Publicans.

Takeouts of food only will be available, but advance purchase of an event ticket is required. Tickets will be sold after each Mass prior to the event. People may also reserve tables of eight at a discounted rate by texting or calling Bill O’Neill at 717-615-4705.

Proceeds will benefit various charitable community organizations that the Knights of Columbus support.

is funded through state and federal resources provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, grants from local foundations, resources from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry, fundraising events and the efforts of the United Way of Lebanon County.

“One of our big fears is

that the federal funding is at risk,” said Hiester. “That funding is the backbone of adult literacy and education. I want people to feel inspired to help. I want people to advocate for people struggling with these skills.”

For additional information, go to https://literacy success.org.

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UDS Will Hold Bingo Fundraiser

BY GEORGE DEIBEL

United Disabilities Services (UDS) will hold a pick-your-own-prize bingo event on Saturday, March 14, at the Farm & Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster.

Doors will open at 11:30 a.m.; the first game will begin at 1 p.m.

There is a discount on tickets purchased in advance, and tickets will also be available at the door if not sold out. The fee includes 20 games of regular bingo, and there will also be four special games with cash prizes. Players must be 18 years old or older to claim a prize.

“If people are interested in getting a ticket, I would strongly suggest getting their ticket beforehand, because we sell out every year,” said Jen King, a member of the UDS Service Dogs Ambassador Team.

Tickets can be purchased by going to www.ud services.org/bingo26 or by visiting the UDS Corporate Office, 2270 Erin Court, Lancaster.

For more information, email karens@udservices .org or call 717-397-1841.

Local businesses make the fundraiser possible. “We are thankful for the generosity of Primitives by Kathy,” said King. “They donated $500 worth of products for us to go shopping and create baskets.”

Other prizes include

Dutch Wonderland tickets and gift cards from Basset & Lab, Fireside Tavern, and Twisted Bine Beer Company. “Without the help of the local businesses that support this, we would not be able to put this program together,” King said. “We will have everything from house goods to dog items to experiences. Urban Air is also donating tickets for go-karting.”

There will also be food for sale with the menu featuring hot dogs, pulled pork sandwiches, barbecue, chips, baked goods, and drinks such as soda and iced tea.

“It’s our second-largest fundraiser that we hold each year,” said King. “Other than just the prizes, we’ll also have a 50/50, and we have door prizes as well.

But even if you don’t win anything, it’s just knowing that you’re part of something bigger. The ripple effect of a wagging tail goes very, very far in this program.”

The money generated goes directly to the service dogs program. “UDS has 14 different programs under our umbrella,” said King. “This fundraiser is specifically for service dogs. That will allow us to continue with the training, paying for food, vet care. It takes $38,000 to put one dog through our training program, so events like this really help to offset that expense for our clients.”

Justin Snyder will be the guest bingo caller. “Justin is a veteran, so it’s perfect for us because we train some of

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Grassland FFA

“I would call it a club, but it’s also part of our curriculum,” said Meagan Beam, who’s been an adviser of the Grassland FFA Club and an agriculture teacher at the high school for three years. “We meet during class time. Our goal is to teach students about careers in agriculture. But it’s also about soft skills as well.”

During meeting times, Grassland FFA Club students plan events, work on speeches, search out community service projects and play educational games. The club also regularly visits retirement communities, conducts recruitment and outreach exercises, celebrates awards and degree nights and even constructs decorated floats for local holiday parades.

“Community service is a big part of what we do,” said Zoey. “We look for things to do in the community.”

“It allows us to get out of the classroom,” said Beam, “and get out into the community. We’re all consumers of agriculture products. We need that industry.”

Nearly 120 agriculture students are members of the Grassland FFA Club. About 40 of those students make up the core of the club.

“They come from all walks of life,” said Beam. “They’re students who are looking for something different, and they’re looking for hands-on experiences. They’re just students who thought it sounded fun or interesting.”

“The basics of what we are teaching come from within the agriculture focus,” added Beam. “But we hope they learn way more than that. We just want them to be successful in the career paths they choose, and we want to help them reach that.”

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our dogs for veterans with PTSD,” King said.

King noted that UDS provides valuable services.

“We are enhancing the lives of those living in our communities, within a threehour radius of Lancaster, who have mobility disabilities and for children with autism,” she said. “We’re also placing facility dogs in schools and counseling centers and retirement communities as well.”

A story from a retirement community is evidence of

“It helps get you out of your comfort zone,” said Autumn. “Joining FFA has definitely brought me out of my shell. It really does prepare you for life after high school.”

Eastern Lancaster County is a wonderful agricultural community located in the heart of a county that is rich in farming tradition.

As the agricultural industry has evolved over the last few centuries, so have the number and types of career opportunities within the field.

“It’s very widespread,” said Beam. “We have graduates who are in large animal programs. We have some who went to the family farm. Forestry is pretty big too. We have a large group who goes to college, and we have others who explore local opportunities.”

“There are so many aspects with FFA,” said Zoey. “It helps me with public speaking. I think it’s helped me to grow, excel and with becoming an adult.”

“I think agriculture is for everyone,” said Autumn. “It’s not just for people who want to be farmers. There are a lot of different paths you can go in.”

Formerly Future Farmers of America, FFA can trace its roots at GSHS to 1959 and the efforts of teacher Bob Herr. The club’s title was meant to honor its association with New Holland Machine and its hay tools division.

“When it was founded, the club included a program in forestry with woodworking,” said Beam, “and they built a greenhouse on the property. I think as technology has changed, so has our school system and so has this program.”

Ephrata Cloister to Offer Free Admission

Historic Ephrata Cloister, 632 W. Main St., Ephrata, will join with other state museums operated by the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission to offer free admission on Sunday, March 8, from noon to 4 p.m. as part of Charter Day in celebration of the founding of Pennsylvania.

The Ephrata Cloister Chorus will perform in the historic 1741 Meetinghouse with three 20-minute sessions, taking place at 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 p.m. Seating will be limited to 120 guests per performance, and there will be a timed entry. Wristbands are required

for entry and can be picked up at the information table near the Visitor Center. If a performance reaches capacity, guests are encouraged to explore the rest of the site while waiting for the next session.

Additional attractions throughout the day will include live demonstrations and hands-on activities with historical interpreters, including printing, doctoring, spinning, and weaving, as well as a brief guided cemetery tour to learn more about Ephrata’s historic burial grounds.

For more information, visit www.ephrata cloister.org.

Celtic Classic Dog Show Set

The Celtic Classic Dog Show will take place from Wednesday to Sunday, March 11 to 15, at the York Expo Center, 334 Carlisle Ave., York. More than 8,000 entries are expected over the course of the event. Dog show tours will be available daily, and guests may sign up at the club table inside the arena.

The York Kennel Club, Delaware County Kennel Club, and Lancaster

Kennel Club sponsor the show. This is the 18th year that York has played host. Vendors and concessions will be available. Only dogs registered in the show will be allowed on-site. For the safety of spectators and dogs, baby strollers are not allowed past the lobby and into the event areas.

Admission and parking are free. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ thecelticclassicdogshows.

UDS’ success. “One of our dogs, Casey, is out at Garden Spot Village, and they call him their community dog, because he really has become part of the community for the residents out there,” said King. “Within the first three months of him being a working dog out there, their reports of outbursts dropped over 30%. So instead of giving them a medication to help them to relax, they would bring in Casey. It’s a holistic approach.”

Dinner to Benefit German Exchange Student Program

The Friends of Eberbach will host a German Student Exchange Benefit Dinner on Saturday, March 21, at 6 p.m. at Ephrata Church of the Brethren, 201 Crescent Ave., Ephrata.

Established in 1976 as part of the celebration of America’s Bicentennial, the Friends of Eberbach is a nonprofit organization that supports student and citizen exchanges to promote good will and understanding with Ephrata’s sister city of Eberbach, Germany. The Friends of Eberbach support visits

BANGOR EPISCOPAL-FOUNDED 1722. 4 mi. W of Morgantown on Rt. 23 in Churchtown. Sunday Holy Eucharist at 10am. All are welcome. Handicap accessible. Parking lot adjacent to the church off Water Street. For additional info., www.bangorepiscopal.org

BETHANY GRACE FELLOWSHIP: 400 Reading Road, East Earl (at the corner of Rt. 625 & Union Grove Rd.) Join us for worship, Sundays at 9 & 10:35AM. Adult, Youth, 56 Club classes at 10:35. Options for nursery-grade 4 during both time slots. Check us out at www.bethanygf.org or call 717-4456644 with questions. To Thrive | To Impact | To Unify.

CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 758 Spruce Rd., New Holland 717-354-8428. “Building Community with Christ, to Impact a World without Christ” Pastor: Dr. Doug Bozung. Please go to cfcnewholland.org/visit for information concerning worship services, adult ministries, youth & children’s ministries.

CHURCHTOWN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: 2170 Main Street, Narvon (Churchtown). Phone: 717-445-5585, umcchurchtown@gmail.com. Pastor Lisa Kurtz, lisakurtz01@comcast.net 5 mi East of New Holland on PA 23. Sunday worship at 9 am. Handicapped Access.

LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH (AG): Located at 1279 Main St., East Earl, invites you to join us for a time of contemporary worship and biblical preaching at our 9am service on Sunday mornings and 7pm service on Wednesday evenings. Kids ministry for birth through 5th grade and youth ministry for 6th through 12th grade is available. Lead Pastor: Stephen Ritchey. For more information on our services and programs, visit us online at Lighthouseag.com

MT ZION CHURCH: 753 Mt. Zion Rd., Narvon, PA. Pastor: Ian Solodky, Worship Leader: Joe Liptock, Praise Band “3:16”. Adult Bible Study 9 am, Worship Service 10:15 am, Child Care Provided. We teach the traditional Gospel of Jesus Christ. All are welcome! Enjoy the views of our beautiful rural setting. Facebook.com/mtzionroad/ Instagram: Mt.Zion_narvon

OUR LADY OF LOURDES Catholic Church: 150 Water Street, New Holland, PA 17557 Father Steven Fauser, Pastor. Visit us online at www.ourladyoflourdesnh.com Sunday 8am & 10:30am. Saturday 5pm. Weekday Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9am.

PARKESBURG WORD OF FAITH CHURCH Sunday Service 10 am & Wednesday prayer at 7:30 pm - at 501 Lenover Rd., Parkesburg, PA 19365. Call 610-593-2277 www.parkesburgwordoffaith.org

PILGRIM BIBLE CHURCH: 5367 Paes Rd., New Holland. Located 1/4 mi from Welsh Mountain Rec. Center on Paes Rd., 717-354-9444. Worship Service 10:30 am. Nursery. Pastor: Randy Good.

ST. JOHN CENTER LUTHERAN CHURCH 599 Reading Rd., East Earl, PA 17519 717-445-5505. Sunday Worship 11 am Services are held in the church social hall.

ST. STEPHEN REFORMED CHURCH (Presbyterian Church In America): “A Beacon on the Hill.” The Word of God is central to our worship. Sunday Worship at 9:30am and 4:00pm. Sunday School for all ages following morning worship. For more information visit www.ststephenpca.org Lead Pastor: Rev. Dr. Andrew DiNardo. 249 E. Main Street New Holland PA 717-354-7871.

THE COMMUNITY CHURCH AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE: 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. Pastor Chet Yoder. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:00 am for our Live Stream Worship at www.gardenspotvillage.org/live

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by Ephrata High School students to Eberbach and other destinations in Germany, as well as exchange visits by Eberbach students to Ephrata every other year.

The dinner will feature German food, as well as live music and entertainment provided by high school students. There is a set minimum donation to attend.

For more details about payment and registration due by Saturday, March 7, contact Michael Weber at janemikeweber@aim.com or 301-504-4317.

Extension Posts Alzheimer’s Workshops

Penn State Extension will offer several workshops in March for those looking to better understand Alzheimer’s disease, recognize its warning signs, and learn ways to support a healthy brain and body. The workshops will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster.

“Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia” will be held on Wednesday, March 11. The educational program, presented in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association, will provide a general overview of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

“Ten Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s” will be offered on Wednesday, March 18. Participants will learn about typical age-re -

lated changes, common signs of Alzheimer’s, and how to approach someone about memory concerns. Additional Alzheimer’s resources will be provided.

“Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body” will take place on Wednesday, March 25. Penn State Extension and the Alzheimer’s Association will guide participants through the connection between brain health and overall well-being. Presenters will draw on the latest scientific research to show how lifestyle choices may help keep the brain and body healthy as one ages.

The workshops are free to attend, but preregistration is required. For more information, visit https://extension.psu.edu/ alzheimers-lancaster.

“Horst Auction Center”

ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, HOUSEHOLD GOODS, TOOLS WED., MARCH 11, 2026 AT 1:00 P.M.

Preview Times: Tues., March 10 from 2-5 P.M. & Wed., March 11 from 8 A.M. *The following is just a very general list of items to be sold. Photos representing the entire auction will be posted on our website www.horstauction.com on Tues., March 10. Sale to be held at the Horst Auction Center, 50 Durlach Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522 ANTIQUE, VINTAGE, REPRODUCTION & MODERN FURNITURE; NICE 22 DRAWER DENTAL CABINET; APPLIANCES; KITCHENWARE; CLOCKS & LAMPS; ANTIQUE SLOT MACHINE; COPPER/BRASS; WROUGHT & CAST IRON; PEWTER; TINWARE; OUTSTANDING COLLECTION OF TOBACCO TINS; AGATE; WOODENWARE; COLLECTION OF MINING MEMORABILIA & COLLECTIBLES; CHINA & GLASSWARE; POTTERY; REDWARE; LINENS & TEXTILES; BOOKS & PAPER; ESTATE & COSTUME JEWELRY; ARTWORK; CHRISTMAS & SEASONAL DECORATIONS; TOYS; ANTIQUE DICE ROLLER CAGE; FLEX RACER SLED/ WAGON; TOOLS; LAWN & GARDEN EQUIPMENT; BOX LOTS AND MANY OTHER ITEMS.

Accepted Payments – Cash or PA Check, Visa, MasterCard & Debit Card with 3% Fee. No out-of-state checks without prior approval.

Sale For: JOYCE E. PANNEBECKER ESTATE MR & MRS ROBERT BOWMAN WILLIAM RUTTER & OTHERS

(Martindale Fire Hall) PUBLIC AUCTION

Located at: Martindale Fire Hall, 527 Gristmill Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522

AUCTION ITEMS: $5 & $2.5 GOLD COINS; 100+ MORGAN & PEACE SILVER DOLLARS; SILVER EAGLES; JEFFERSON WAR NICKELS; BARBER, MERCURY & ROOSEVELT SILVER DIMES; BARBER, STANDING LIBERTY & WASHINGTON SILVER QUARTERS; 1826-1836 BUST HALF DOLLARS; SEATED & WALKING LIBERTY, FRANKLIN & KENNEDY SILVER HALF DOLLARS; 8-CARSON CITY SILVER DOLLARS; etc!

NOTE: One-owner collection; numerous valuable rare coins; excellent high quality graded collection! Preview at 8 A.M. FOR PHOTOS & COMPLETE CATALOG VISIT www.martinandrutt.com

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DETACHED GARAGE: 24’x 19’ 2-car detached concrete-block garage w/ single large overhead door, door opener, side entrance, concrete floor. Rear 24’x 12’ lean-to addition is insulated; a great wood shop or hobby shop. West Earl Twp; desirable Conestoga Valley School District; total taxes $3,689. OPEN HOUSE DATES: Sat., March 7 & 14, from 1:00-3:00 PM. Call/Text Auctioneer 717-587-8906. Please visit our website www.martinandrutt.com, Facebook or Instagram OFFERING 1% BROKER PARTICIPATION * ONLINE BIDDING AVAILABLE (Brownstown & Oregon Area) HYBRID PUBLIC AUCTION 3-BEDROOM BRICK RANCHER * .56-ACRE VIEW IN BACK * 2-CAR DETACHED GARAGE CLEAN * NEEDS COSMETIC UPDATES THURSDAY, MARCH 26 • 5 P.M. LOCATED AT: 3928 Oregon Pike, Ephrata, PA DIRECTIONS: From Rt. 272 & Rt. 772 intersection in Brownstown, travel South on Rt. 272 for 1-mile to property of the left.

Dennis Denenberg

K-through-12 experience. It opened the door to college, and I became an educator and a nationally recognized speaker. Schreiber changed my life. I’ve become involved as a donor and a volunteer.”

A 78-year-old resident of Manheim Township, Denenberg is believed to be the oldest living Schreiber patient. He’s also leading an initiative to find any former Schreiber patient who is older than him, someone who would relieve him of the unofficial title of Schreiber’s oldest living patient.

“I am, at this point, the oldest living client that we know of,” said Denenberg. “We’re trying to find out if I am truly the oldest or if there is someone else we can honor.”

Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development, which is located at 625 Community Way, Lancaster, is searching for its oldest living patient as part of a celebration commemorating 90 years of service to the Lancaster County community and surrounding counties. That oldest living patient will be honored at Schreiber’s 42nd

annual gala, set for 5 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at DoubleTree Resort, 2400 Willow Street Pike, Lancaster.

As part of getting the word out about the search, officials of Schreiber have contacted supporters through newsletters, emails and social media; written letters to the editors of local newspapers; and appeared on podcasts and radio shows and in television segments.

“(Schreiber’s) work is really critical,” said Denenberg. “They never give up on a child. Their goal is to get children to a point where they don’t have to come to Schreiber anymore.”

Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development provides services like physical therapy, occupational therapy, education services, parent services and, of course, speech therapy, to about 2,000 kids from Lancaster, Lebanon, Berks, York, Chester and Dauphin counties each year. Over the years, Schreiber has served tens of thousands of children with disabilities.

PUBLIC AUCTION

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Rural “one owner” spacious dwl. w/3480 SF, eat-in kitchen w/ custom cabinets, large sun rm. w/custom cabinetry, living rm., 5 bdrms. (master bath), bonus bdrm., 3 full baths, large rec/game rm. w/cabinets, family rm. w/gas stove, completely finished 1st & lower levels, 2 car garage/shop 24x30, utility bldg. 14x24, pavilion 14x24 w/elec., water & custom cabinets, in-ground heated pool w/waterfall spa, 2.7 ACRES w/lawn, garden, macadam drive & parking. Zoned Ag.

After 33 years, owners downsizing & serious to sell. A must see well maintained move-in condition home w/extra features galore. Quiet country location. Minutes to Reinholds, Denver, Kleinfeltersville & Adamstown. Personal inspection by appointment or open house Sat., March 7, 14 & 21 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 & 384426)

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“There are some amazing stories of Schreiber success which may have never happened without its intervention,” said Denenberg. “It’s a place you can bring your child, and their services have expanded greatly over the years. I think there’s still a lot of room to grow in terms of public awareness. I think parents spread the word. (Schreiber officials) want to reach as many children as possible. There’s clearly room for Schreiber’s image to be put into the community more forcefully.”

An advocate and an ambassador, Denenberg has been one of Schreiber’s top “duck salespeople” for one of the organization’s most lucrative fundraisers, its annual Rubber Duckie Race and Festival, which this year will be conducted from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 13. One of Denenberg’s personal resolutions for 2026 is to become more involved with the organization that was so instrumental in his development.

“I actually want to work with children. I just have to get my clearances,” said

Denenberg. “I admire the goal of helping children to become their best. They may be children who are neglected because of their disabilities. Children with disabilities have incredible potential. Edna Schreiber and her assistants gave me such a gift. I’m forever grateful. I don’t know what my life would’ve been like without that speech therapy.”

Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development was originally established as the Society for Crippled Children and Adults in response to the polio epidemic. Edna Schreiber led the organization’s efforts for 31 years before retiring in 1967.

During the late 1980s, the organization shifted its focus toward more specialized pediatric therapy for infants, children and adolescents with developmental delays and disabilities.

“I hope people realize what a gem Schreiber is,” said Denenberg. “The people at Schreiber and the clients are real heroes.” For additional information, go to www.schreiber pediatric.org.

ARTWORK AUCTION

Featuring Aaron & Abner Zook 3D Artwork FRIDAY, MARCH 13 • 6 P.M.

Location: 1141 Wea Wit Street, East Earl, PA 17519

Featuring cherished works by Abner and Aaron Zook-the famed Amish born identical twins from Womelsdorf, PA whose deeply sculptural, diorama style paintings have become beloved treasures of Pennsylvania folk art. Their work is known for carved figures, layered landscapes, architectural detail, and vivid storytelling that captures the daily rhythms of Amish and rural Pennsylvania life. Their artistic legacy continues through family members and fellow regional folk artists, forming one of the most recognizable bodies of American folk art today.

Featured Artists & Notable Works: Aaron Zook: The Last Supper, 1988. Four-Season Round Relief Set. Abner Zook: Gone Fishing, 1971. Harvest Time, 1988. Barn Raising, 1975. Interstate Covered Wagon, 1975.Ferrier, 1984. Joel Zook (Cousin to Aaron & Abner Zook): A collection of handcrafted wooden models. Dan Zook (Nephew to Aaron & Abner Zook): “Make A Wish” Truck Convoy. Steam Locomotive Passing Farmers. Beautiful Belgians. Dan Esh: Countryside Landscape, 2002. Moonlit Countryside. Also including works by Alice M. Weaver.

Steve R. & Elizabeth B. Good 610-463-4321

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Servant Stage to Present “You Can’t Take It With You”

Servant Stage will present the classic American comedy “You Can’t Take It With You” from Friday, March 6, to Sunday, March 22, at Lancaster Alliance Church, 210 Pitney Road, Lancaster. Written by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart in 1936, the Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy is a fast-paced celebration of family, love, and laughter.

Set in New York in the 1930s, “You Can’t Take It With You” follows the Sycamore family, a household of artists, inventors, dancers, and dreamers who have embraced a life free

from convention. When daughter Alice invites her very traditional Wall Street-employed fiancé and his parents to dinner, the evening quickly spirals into comic chaos as two different worlds collide. The play will be directed by Rachel Day Hughes. Performances will take place on March 6 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, March 7, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.; Sunday, March 8, at 3 p.m.; Friday, March 13, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, March 14, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.; Sunday, March 15, at 3 p.m.; Thursday, March 19, at 7 p.m.; Friday, March 20, at

7 p.m.; Saturday, March 21, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.; and March 22 at 3 p.m. Servant Stage’s mission is to make high-quality live theater accessible to everyone, and all performances of “You Can’t

Take It With You” will be offered on a pay-whatyou-will basis. Tickets reservations are recommended. Tickets may be reserved at www .servantstage.org or by calling 717-455-0255.

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Charming & wellmaintained, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath rancher in New Holland offers comfortable living in a desirable neighborhood. The home features an enclosed all-season room ideal for year-round enjoyment, plus a partially finished basement that provides additional living or hobby space. The main level includes a spacious living room, pass through kitchen with open & adjoining dining area, & two bedrooms with natural light throughout. Outside, enjoy a fenced yard, attached garage, & convenient access to local amenities, schools, & parks.

Real Estate Terms: $25,000 down payment on day of sale, Good PA check or Certified Funds for out of state buyers. Settlement within 45 days of date of auction.

Real Estate is being sold as/is and subject to purchaser’s sole discretion of value & condition. All announcements made at time of auction take precedence over any and all previously printed material or verbal statements. Being offered & Sold subject to Seller’s Immediate Approval. DOWN PAYMENT AMOUNT is ARBITRARY & NOT BASED ON EXPECTED SALES PRICE. More details, photos, & complete Terms at www.pmorganauctions.com. ALL SHOWINGS ARE BY APPOINTMENT. Contact Auctioneer, Patrick Morgan, at 717-278-9202

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