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OCTOBER 23, 2024
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL XXXII • NO 38
Compeer Chester County celebrates 25th anniversary BY FRANCINE FULTON
Compeer Chester County, a nonprofit organization that pairs people living with mental health conditions with volunteer friends from the community,
celebrated its 25th anniversary on Oct. 2 during a luncheon held at the Desmond Hotel Malvern. A special guest was Rob Chisholm, who was recognized as founder and emeritus program director. Chisholm was presented See Compeer pg 3
During a previous Trunk or Treat at St. Mark’s, members of Daniel Boone Cub Scout Pack 595 re-created a pirate ship.
As in previous years, St. Mark’s pastor Jim Farnsworth will bless pets in attendance at the Trunk or Treat.
St. Mark’s, local groups to offer Trunk or Treat events
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nstead of children going door to door to collect candy on Halloween, a safe alternative is a Trunk or Treat. During these events, children in costume are able to travel from vehicle to vehicle in a parking lot to collect candy and other treats from car and truck owners who decorate their trunks in various themes. Locally, St. Mark’s Lutheran C h u r c h , 5 B r o o k e M a n o r, Birdsboro, will hold its annual Trunk or Treat on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 4 to 6 p.m. The event will also include a Blessing of the Animals by pastor Jim Farnsworth. Both children and
pets are encouraged to attend dressed in costume. In addition to collecting candy, all in attendance will be served free hot dogs, drinks and snacks. Children under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Among those who will have a decorated trunk on Oct. 26 will be church member Sally Sassaman, event coordinator. In addition to handing out candy, she will offer an activity similar to an Easter egg hunt using small pumpkins instead. “They come to my trunk, and in the yard behind me, we hide little pumpkins for the kids to pick up. If they get a specially marked pumpkin, they get a
little prize,” she explained. Sassaman noted that about 250 people attended last year’s Trunk or Treat event at St. Mark’s, and she encourages local residents to decorate their vehicles for the event. “I like to have at least 15 trunks; more trunks are welcome,” she said, adding, “A lot of people do little games (at) their trunks. The pastor will do the pet blessing at his trunk.” Sassaman noted that not only is a Trunk or Treat intended to be safer for children, but it also allows people who live in rural areas to participate in giving out candy. “I don’t get kids (because of where I live), and I love Halloween,” she said. See Trunk or Treat pg 6
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Daniel Boone Homestead sets History Hike, birthday party BY FRANCINE FULTON
Daniel Boone Homestead, the birthplace of the American pioneer and frontiersman, will be the site of two special events, including a History Hike and a celebration of Boone’s 290th birthday. The History Hike will take place on Saturday, Oct. 26, beginning at 9 a.m. The hike will be approximately 1.5 miles, and it will be held rain or shine.
“A staff member will walk visitors around through the historical area and talk about some of the historical buildings. There is no fee to attend,” said Amanda Machik, the homestead’s manager of site events and programs. “It typically takes about an hour.” She noted that the hike is an ideal way for visitors who have never been to the site before to learn about its history. Attendees are asked to wear See Daniel Boone pg 2
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Compeer Chester County founder Rob Chisholm, shown with his wife, Judy, was honored at the event.
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