Garden Spot AUGUST 13, 2025
SERVING OUR COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
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hen Lighthouse Vocational Ser vices (LVS) began in 1975, it had more founders than participants. Then called Lighthouse Rehabilitation Center, the organization was envisioned by Norman Hahn, Melvin Martin, John Sensenig, and Ben Weaver, who sought to create a place where individuals with disabilities could grow, connect, and gain a sense of accomplishment. On July 25, LVS, now located at 144 Orlan Road, New Holland, celebrated 50 years of service to its participants. The event, which was given the theme “Created to Shine,” included a number of speakers, a legacy ribbon-cutting ceremony, and tours of the facility. Liz Ackerman, executive director of the Northern Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce, served as master of ceremonies for the event. “Today marks a significant
Lisa Landis interviews her nephew JJ Ator at the Lighthouse Vocational Services 50th anniversary celebration.
milestone not only for Lighthouse but also for the community,” said Ackerman, who noted that an organization that has done such important work and faced and overcome adversity over the years, while continuing to be guided by Christian principles, deserves to
A legacy ribbon was cut by Lighthouse Vocational Services participants, staff, and speakers at the organization’s recent anniversary celebration.
be celebrated. “As you experience what Lighthouse is for those it serves - not only the participants, but the parents, the families, and the business community - you will see that Lighthouse truly is a gem within our community,” Ackerman stated.
Ackerman introduced Landis Zimmerman, president of the LVS board of directors, calling him a “true servant leader.” Zimmerman then offered the invocation, beginning by quoting Matthew 5:16. “Our theme for this is Shine … ‘Let your light so See LVS pg 4
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Keyboard player Richard Fitz will be featured during the New Holland Band’s rendition of Billy Joel’s “Root Beer Rag.”
W hen Fred Hughes became the director of the New Holland Band in January 2024, he had an idea to reprise the organization’s park concert appearances that he remembered from his time in the band as a teenager. “I wanted to bring the band’s summer concert series back,” stated Hughes. “(The New Holland Band) used to play at several different parks throughout the county.” Hughes went to work looking for grant money to resurrect the series he remembered, and he secured funds from the High Foundation See New Holland Band pg 5
Mountain
Event To Feature Live Bands, Food and Children’s Activities BY FRANCINE FULTON
Music on the Mountain, a free outdoor festival that combines live music, food and children’s activities, will take place on Friday, Aug. 15, from 4 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday, Aug. 16, from 1 to 9 p.m. at the King residence, See For One Life pg 6
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