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Help the Fight Will Hold Benefit Banquet & Auction

BY GEORGE DEIBEL

Ladies and gentlemen, this is the Main Event of the year.

The Main Event is the name that Help the Fight gives to its biggest fundraiser.

Help the Fight, a nonprofit trying to deliver a knockout blow to breast cancer, will hold its 16th annual Benefit Banquet & Auction on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Spooky Nook, 75 Champ Blvd., Lancaster.

The Main Event is traditionally held on the first Saturday of October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

People who wish to attend must register by Saturday, Sept. 13; the deadline for businesses to sponsor the event is Sunday, Aug. 31. Go to www.helpthefight.org to register or for additional information. Anyone with questions can call 717-455-7095 or email info @helpthefight.org.

The mantra for this year’s event

High School Lacrosse Players Pass Their Knowledge to Younger Athletes

It’s a tradition for members of the Hempfield High School boys’ lacrosse program to help instruct the younger players who are participat-

Nathan Louie and Logan Pennell, seniors on the Black Knights’ varsity squad, have taken that responsibility to heart and continue to go above and beyond, Hempfield Youth Lacrosse president

“It’s really great to see them spend their free time helping the younger kids,” Kopp said. “The

Nonprofit Helps Girls Chase Their Objectives

BY GEORGE DEIBEL

Executive director Jennifer West stated that Girls on the Run (GOTR) Lancaster-Lebanon is designed to help girls achieve whatever goals they set.

“We like to say girls join for 100 different reasons,” she said. “Some like to get faster in a sport on their offseason. Some are new to the area, and they want to make friends. Some have friends, and they just want to have a really great time. You can be from any area and when you participate in Girls on the Run, you are going to get out of it exactly what you need.”

GOTR Lancaster-Lebanon is a registered 501(c)(3) organization that serves girls in third through eighth grades in Lancaster and Lebanon counties. West said that since forming in 2009, the council has impacted nearly 24,000 girls through locally delivered GOTR, Heart & Sole, and Camp GOTR programs.

Registration for the fall season will be open through Saturday, Sept. 13. Go to www.gotr lancaster.org for more details or to register.

There is a fee to participate, but GOTR has several financial assistance plans and payment options. Registration includes 20 practice sessions conducted by certified and trained GOTR volunteer coaches, curriculum and lesson materials and a takehome journal with activities, an official GOTR season T-shirt and gift, and 5K registration and a medal.

Each team will do a community impact project. “It’s very important to give back to the space

younger kids look up to these guys. We are really blessed to have them help out.”

Nathan is a goalie, which comes in especially handy since it’s such a specialized position. He is often found providing tips to the younger netminders after high school practice.

ing out. That was so beneficial to me as a player. Now that I’m older, I feel like I have to come out and help, and I love helping the kids get better.”

around to all the practices whenever I can,” he said.

dom club lacrosse coaches

Jason Kell and Bob Miller keep the game interesting and enjoyable.

“I don’t even think we have a goalie coach for most of the youth teams,” said Nathan. “Coming out and helping these young goalies get better is really beneficial to them. … When I grew up through the youth program, there were always high school players coming down to practices and help-

Logan, a defensive midfielder on the high school squad, can teach offense and defense, as well as faceoff techniques. “He seems to really enjoy working with the young kids,” said Kopp.

The youth program tailors its schedule around the high school team’s practice slate during the season, which enables the high-schoolers to visit after their workouts. In the high school offseason, some youth practices begin as early as 7 a.m., and Nathan and Logan make frequent appearances.

“For a high school kid to come to a Saturday practice at 7 or 8 a.m. says a lot,” Kopp stated.

Logan has been an assistant youth coach for the last two years and has spent a great deal of time with the 10U and 12U teams. “I just kind of make my way

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He focuses on the fundamentals. “A lot of the stuff is the basic stick skills and playing, but then it’s also just loving the game and wanting to run around and have fun,” said Logan. “Being the younger guys, we can add a little more to than some of the older coaches, so we can run around and play with them, and you can do games just to get them moving.”

He plans to continue coaching lacrosse. “I want to be a teacher after high school and college, so it would be a great thing to coach, too,” Logan said.

Nathan also plans to stay involved with the sport.

“After I’m done with college and I have a job, coaching is definitely something I want to do on the side, because I love working with the kids and just being a part of the team.”

Nathan and Logan both said they have been inspired by their youth program coaches. “My first goalie coach (John Black) was really helpful to me,” Nathan said. “Even though I was new, he helped me every day with the basics and everything, and he was there the whole way up through high school.

Logan added, “I’m not even a goalie, but John Black was always one of my favorite characters just because he was the hype guy. He’d always run around and jump around on the sideline and scream with us. Logan also noted that he and Nathan’s Free-

Logan encourages the youth players to hone their skills all year long. “It’s beneficial for a lot of the kids to come out here and hit the wall (on the Hempfield High School campus), even outside of practice, especially those who want to play a lot when they are in their season playing with the team,” he said. Coming out and hitting the wall for 15 minutes a day or throwing a friend and getting some shots will be extremely helpful.”

Nathan concurs. “I think the biggest thing that helped me get better was in the summer or during the season, all of us would come down after school every day and pass off the wall, take shots for an hour or two every day. Being consistent is the biggest thing to get better.”

The youth lacrosse program is recognized each year at a Hempfield varsity game, and the Black Knights’ players pose for photos and sign autographs. “Watching the youth kids come to high school games is great,” said Logan. “They all have something to look forward to, and then come to support and see us all play, and we come down to some of their games after a practice. It’s just kind of a big family of Hempfield lacrosse, and we all kind of support each other through every way we can.”

Church To Screen Documentary

East Petersburg Mennonite Church, 6279 Main St., East Petersburg, will present a special screening of the documentary “Unexpected Peace” on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 6:30 p.m. There will also be a post-film discussion featuring filmmaker Jonathan Bornman.

Directed by D. Michael Hostetler, the documentary has received acclaim, including the ETHOS Award for Peace and Human Connection at the 2024 ETHOS Film Awards. The documen -

tary was also previously nominated for Best Picture at the Red Rose Film Festival.

“Unexpected Peace” takes viewers from the Amish community in Nickel Mines to active Sufi Muslim peacebuilding practices in Harlem and on to interreligious harmony efforts in Solo, Indonesia. Learn more at https://unexpected peace.com. There is no cost, but preregistration is encouraged at http://lnkiy.in/ filmatEPMC.

Schreiber Sets Rubber Duckie Race and Festival

The Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development will host its 37th annual Rubber Duckie Race & Festival on Sunday, Sept. 7, from 2 to 5 p.m. at 625 Community Way, Lancaster. The tradition blends family fun, local food, and community spirit with the mission to raise funds so local children with disabilities and developmental delays can continue receiving life-changing therapies, regardless of their socio-economic background.

The festival will feature pony rides, arts and crafts, carnival games, and live music from a DJ. Food vendors will include Cupcakes by Casey, Scoops Ice Cream & Grille, Walk-O Taco, and Mad Chef Craft Brewing. Vendor booths from Aetna, Lancaster AMBUCS, PA Lions, PaperPie, and Penn State Health will be on-site.

Adopting a duck is the community’s entry into

the grand prize giveaway of $2,500 cash, with additional prizes including $500 cash, a Kitchen Kettle Village gourmet basket, and family fun packages. Winners will be announced at www .schreiberpediatric.org on Monday, Sept. 8. Every duck adoption directly supports Schreiber’s ability to provide care, helping cover the gap between insurance and cost of care so no child is turned away due to financial constraints.

Among this year’s racers is 9-year-old Gavin Mitstifer, one of Schreiber’s 2025 ambassadors and the winner of last year’s Duckie Dash with his dad, Greg. Over the past year, Gavin has been preparing to defend his title, and in his physical therapy, he has been practicing with his walker and strengthening his muscles.

Last year’s festival had more than 600 attendees,

more than 200 racers, and more than 5,000 duck adoptions, and Schreiber is aiming for even higher numbers this year.

Community members can join by adopting duckies for the prize drawing; registering to race in the Duckling Dash or Duckie Dash, including the new corporate team division and Duckie Cup; or volunteering on event day. To adopt a duck, register, or learn more, visit www.schreiberpediatric .org/event/duckies.

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Help the Fight

is “Shining Bright: 16 years of Hope and Resilience.” There will be a memory hope table for people to write a note of remembrance to a loved one. Two people will share their impact stories.

“It’s a great way for awareness and to share an evening together and then also to really embrace the impact that the funds being raised at this event and what they do to help those in need,” said Help the Fight executive director Teresa Richardson. “It’s pretty powerful to hear the stories and just to see everyone together.”

There will be a live and silent auction and chances to win prizes. A pizza oven

and weekend getaways will be up for bid, as well as wine tastings and gift cards.

An annual highlight is the live auction for a fivecourse meal at the home of Help the Fight founders Dave and Lynda Charles. “We’re trying to have a lot of experiences, because I think that’s what people like,” Richardson said.

There will be a buffet dinner with mini desserts.

“It’s very casual and fun,” said Richardson. “It’s a great space to bring people together to enjoy the night.”

All the funds generated remain local. “That’s something we pride ourselves in,” said Richardson.

Dave and Lynda started

Help the Fight in 2009 after Dave’s sister was diagnosed with breast cancer after just beginning a new job. Soon after that, Dave and Lynda’s assistant also got breast cancer. Help the Fight started with a bake sale along Columbia Avenue, and it raised $9,000, Help the Fight patient and volunteer coordinator Susie Dailey said.

an attempt to keep things normal, and Help the Fight made it happen. “We’ve filled oil tanks. We put tires on cars. We’ve filled prescriptions to help with their cancer diagnosis,” Richardson said. “We help with transportation and groceries; whatever the need is, that’s what we what we help with.”

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Dailey noted that Help the Fight works with cancer centers in the area, and clients are referred by nurse navigators, social workers, or a doctors’ office, or they find out about the group through a friend, the website, or social media. “We provide gap funding,” said Dailey. “We help with rent, mortgage, utilities, medical bills, whatever the need is what we help the patient with.”

One patient wanted her child to be able to attend karate lessons in

Help the Fight raises awareness about early detection and provides funding for screenings. The organization also assists patients with cold capping, a process that allows people to keep their hair while receiving chemotherapy.

The Main Event is also a way for Help the Fight to show its gratitude. “We have some very loyal supporters and businesses in the area that help us,” said Richardson. “We wouldn’t be able to do it without them.”

HQ Water Solutions Opens at New Location

HQ Water Solutions, a full-service water treatment company that serves Lancaster and York counties, has announced its relocation to a new facility at 307 S. Lime St., Lancaster. The move marks a milestone in HQ’s mission to bring cleaner, healthier water to homes and businesses throughout the region. The team celebrated the accomplishment on July 25 with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting event, held in partnership with the Lancaster Chamber.

HQ Water Solutions has been at the forefront of the fight against emerging contaminants like PFAS, offering certified products and solutions that ensure

that customers receive the most advanced and effective water treatment available.

This expansion also means new opportunities. HQ Water Solutions is actively growing its team, creating jobs and investing in the local economy. The company is eager to partner with local organizations and initiatives to make a positive impact on the community. HQ also envisions educational workshops on water quality, collaborations to provide clean water access to those in need and other creative endeavors that empower the community through the power of clean water.

Benefit Car Show Set in Manheim Township

The third annual Lyn’s Cars Against Cancer will be held on Saturday, Sept. 6, at Manheim Township Community Park, 209 Petersburg Road, Lancaster. All proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society in memory of Lyn Hyde. Classic cars, street rods, muscle cars, exotic cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome.

The car show is being held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; registration will

open at 9 a.m. Those who register by Monday, Sept. 1, will receive a discount. Same-day registrations will also be accepted.

The first 50 registered participants will receive a free goodie bag. All registered vehicle owners are also eligible to win prizes.

Live music will be provided by The Nomads, and food trucks will be available.

For more information and to register, contact Jeff Hyle at 717-824-2166.

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Labor Day Auction Planned

Hospice & Community Care will hold its 41st Labor Day Auction at the Solanco Fairgrounds, 101 Park Ave., Quarryville, on Saturday, Aug. 30, and Monday, Sept. 1, beginning at 7:30 a.m.

The Labor Day Auction, presented by Rodgers & Associates, is free to attend, with proceeds benefiting patients and families receiving hospice and palliative care and grief support.

The event will feature a wide variety of new and used items up for bids, an array of gift certificates and gift baskets, and six specialty auctions. A highend auction on Sept. 1 will include vacations, fine jewelry, handyman services, once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and handcrafted items. A giveaway drawing will give ticketholders a chance to win a 2025 Chevy Trax. The event will also feature Amish-made food.

The specialty auctions on Aug. 30 will be Art, Day of Care, Tools, and the Plant Auction. The Art Auction has original paintings from well-known local artists, as well as the debut of the 2025 Memorial Garden Ornament. At the Day of Care Auction, attendees may purchase a day of care for one patient. The Tool Auction will feature new and used power and hand tools donated by local construction companies and individuals. The Plant Auction will take place on both Aug. 30 and Sept. 1 this year, and it will feature hundreds of plants donated by many local greenhouses and florists.

The Sept. 1 specialty auctions will be Sports Memorabilia, a dedicated Quilt Auction, and the Plant Auction. The Sports Auction will showcase items from regional, state, and national icons with guest auctioneer and “Sports Talk” host Eric May. A specialty Quilt Auction will include hand-quilted pieces from the Amish, quilters’ groups, and volunteers, as well as gently used quilts in all sizes.

Hospice & Community Care has been partnering with local businesses, individuals, the Amish community, and volunteers to grow this event over the past 41 years. This year, there are more than 80 sponsors. All proceeds from the Labor Day Auction directly

benefit patients and families receiving hospice and palliative care, as well as grief support through the Pathways Center for Grief & Loss. In 2024, the Labor Day Auction raised more than $1 million.

For a schedule of events, a listing of items up for bid, and more, visit www .LaborDayAuction.org or call 717-295-3900.

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Donations will be accepted in the dealership’s showroom or service center, located at 2000 Bennet Ave., Lancaster, through Sunday,

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The supplies collected will be distributed directly to students within the School District of Lancaster. For more information, visit the aforementioned website.

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where you live so each team picks something that they can do for the school or for the community or for emergency services,” West said.

GOTR teams typically practice twice a week for 10 weeks, and the season will culminate with a celebratory 5K on Sunday, Nov. 16, at 2:30 p.m. at Millersville University’s Pucillo Field.

“By participating in Girls on the Run Lancaster-Lebanon programs, girls learn to raise the bar, to use

their voices for positive and effective change, to become empowered leaders over their lives, as well as in their communities, and to simply be the best version of their already extraordinary selves,” West said.

Girls on the Run Lancaster-Lebanon was founded in 2009. “A friend (Carrie Johnson) and I got together, and she said, ‘This thing called Girls on the Run looks fantastic,’” said West. “‘It’s an empowerment program for girls in third through eighth grades. We talk about self-esteem being the best version of yourself that you can be, standing up for yourself and others, and character development.’ At the time, we both had girls in third and fifth grade, and it was fantastic.”

The first team consisted of 25 girls in Hempfield and now GOTR teams are in every single school district in Lancaster and four of the six districts in Lebanon. “We have been growing by leaps and bounds every single year,” West said. “Lancaster and Lebanon counties have been such a welcoming community. It’s absolutely amazing to see the support from donors and sponsors but also from the families that trust us enough to allow us to spend this time with their daughters. It’s just absolutely unbelievable.”

GOTR is for girls of every ability. “You don’t have to run to be in the program,” said West. “That is a common misconception because we’re called Girls on the Run, but it’s really about moving forward. We

say you can hop, roll, skip, or jump your way to the finish line.”

West noted that the program offers an ideal time to bond with teammates.

“The girls will talk about everything from being a good friend to stopping and take a breather before you respond to texts and social media,” she said. “We talk about peer pressure and how can you be the best friend and what qualities do you look for in a friend.

It’s so much fun for the girls and it really does introduce them to a lifelong love of being physically active.

When you are walking or jogging or running side by side with somebody and you’re having conversations and being silly and having a good time, you’re not thinking about whether you’re jogging or walking.”

There are approximately 600 volunteer coaches a year. “We can’t run the program without volunteers,” said West. “One of our biggest hurdles when it comes to providing the program is recruiting our volunteer coaches. It is a pretty big commitment because the season is so long. But without our volunteer coaches,

we can’t support teams at different sites. We look for those individuals who want to be in that mentorship state with girls and support them in terms of their growth and development.”

Women, men, and high school girls can all help with the coaching. Anyone interested in volunteering can email GOTR program director Kylie Homan at kylie.homan@girlson therun.org. “Girls on the Run has a nationally recognized training program for our coaches,” said West. We want to make sure they’re equipped with everything they need to serve the girls the best they can.”

Each GOTR athlete will compete with a buddy in the season-ending 5K. The buddy must register for the race and be 16 years old or older. “The buddies are there to keep encouraging them to go at their pace,” said West. “It can be a family friend, it can be a teacher, it can be a neighbor.”

GOTR is also seeking volunteers for the 5K. “We need hundreds of volunteers to be in cheer zones and people to make it fun and help keep it safe,” said West.