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Penn Manor Freshmen Explore STEM Jobs

BY GEORGE DEIBEL

Penn Manor High School freshmen were thankful for the opportunity to learn more about potential careers during a STEM summit in the auxiliary gym on Feb. 24 and 25.

Local professionals served as presenters for the event, which included stations in chemistry, manufacturing, biology, engineering, the environment, math, technology, and trades.

“It was really fun at my first station, which was biology, and then we got to assemble a sink,” said student Ellie Hochreiter. “In biology, we did an experiment where there were three capsules in which there was a liquid, and one person was contaminated with an illness, but we didn’t know who. We took samples from each, and we mixed, and then we put them in a petri dish, and we found out who had the contamination at the end.”

County Native Helps

BY GEORGE DEIBEL

Bob Wagner is a part of history.

A bell featuring his paintings will be displayed all year long outside the Ann B. Barshinger Welcome Center at Historic Rock Ford, 881 Rockford Road, Lancaster.

The exhibit is in conjunction with the celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary.

“Discover Lancaster will be

celebrating the semiquincentennial all year long, promoting our historical sites, trails, and events,” said Wagner. “It will be headlined by a free countywide America’s Passport, encouraging visitors to collect unique stamps at 23 historic properties and provide exclusive coupons to local businesses. The bell at Rock Ford is one of the sites on this special trail.”

There are 100 bells in different

Mentor, Former Student Will Team Up to Teach Wing Chun

BY GEORGE DEIBEL

Dedication, devotion, and discipline.

Those are the key components of wing chun, and the Lancaster Wing Chun Association will bring in an expert to impart that wisdom to its students.

Nick Francis, the owner and instructor of the business, will host his friend and mentor Colin Ward from Friday, April 24, through Sunday, April 26. Seminars will be held April 24 from 6 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to noon and 3 to 5 p.m.; and April 26 from 10 a.m. to noon at the facility, 246 Manor Ave., Millersville. Registration is required; the deadline to sign up is Tuesday, March 31. Go to www .lancasterwingchun.com or call 717-208-2258 to register. There is a fee to participate.

“Wing chun is a martial art,” Francis said. “It’s kung fu. It’s a Chinese martial art, traditional kung fu. I like to explain it to people that it’s like a fusion of tai chi, yoga, and qi jong. Qi jong is based on chi, based on energy, and tai chi. Wing chun adds the self-defense aspect of that.”

This will be the third straight year Ward has visited Francis’ training center. Ward will be educating clients on the wooden dummy technique, using what is called a mook yan jong. Francis stated that the wooden dummy became famous because of Bruce Lee, a trainee of Ip Man’s.

ASPIE Posts Auction

ASPIE, a nonprofit that creates supplemental income for adult artisans with disabilities, will introduce new artists and partner organizations at its 2026 live auction at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14, at The Barn at Paradise Station, 312 Paradise Lane, Ronks.

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The auction will include more than 20 original pieces of art ranging in value from $50 to $3,000 from 20 member artists. Bids will be taken from the floor and via a Zoom link, where the auction will be streamed live.

From 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., attendees can meet the artists and learn about how they create their art. A variety of affordable art pieces

will be on display, separate from the auction, and can be selected for a donation. A reception will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., with food and drinks available and music provided by Temple Avenue Jazz. Those attending in person can register for the auction, obtain bidding cards, and preview all the auction artwork. The live auction will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Successful bidders will donate to ASPIE, which will donate to the individual artists.

Among a dozen new ASPIE artists are Carly Long and David Allen.

Long is a budding photo artist with a growing portfolio. Her photos feature the beauty of nature scenes and

simple scenes of everyday life. Long lives with cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair to get around, and her camera is mounted to her wheelchair to allow her to capture photographs whenever the moment is right. Allen is a retired contract sales manager and pastor who has found inspiration to paint from God. He first photographs his subject and then uses his photo as a point or reference to compose the painting. Among his favorites are landscape themes. In 2018, Allen experienced a life-threatening strep infection in his right foot and calf and almost lost his leg. He endured 18 days in the hospital, three major operations, and nine months of wound care. He still struggles to use his right

leg for extended periods, particularly when standing. The Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development of Lancaster and Insight Arts of York will both introduce new artists and artwork as ASPIE partners at the auction.

Sponsorships are available until Friday, March 20. For more information, contact Jerry Buckwalter, ASPIE president, at 207-412-8090.

For in-person tickets and registration, visit www.aspie artists.com/aspie-recep tion-and-auction/. Tickets will be available in advance for a discount or at the door for full price. For tickets and registration for the virtual event and auction, visit www.aspieartists .com/aspie-virtual-recep tion-and-auction/.

Music For Everyone Sets Rock Concert

Music For Everyone (MFE) will present Health Rocks! on Thursday, March 19, at 7 p.m. at

Mickey’s Black Box, 101 Rock Lititz Blvd., Lititz.

Health Rocks! is a rock concert featuring talented musicians age 50 and older performing iconic hits from artists including Chicago, the Rolling Stones, Santana, and the Beatles.

The event is part of MFE’s ongoing commitment to Music for Health and Wellness, an initiative focused on the positive impact music has on physical, emotional, and social well-being. Through this program, MFE works to bring music experiences to people of all ages, demonstrating that music can enrich lives and strengthen communities.

Health Rocks! will serve as a fundraiser supporting MFE’s community programs, which bring music education, performances, and wellness initiatives to schools and neighborhoods throughout the region.

To purchase tickets, visit https://mickeys blackbox.com/event/ health-rocks.

Health Rocks! is sponsored in part by Penn Medicine and Brethren Village. For more information about MFE, visit www.musicforeveryone .org.

Lions Club to Offer Free Prom Dresses

Millersville Lioness Lions Club will host Cinderella’s Dream on Saturday, March 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 222 N. George St., Millersville.

Girls who plan to attend

prom will have the opportunity to select one new or gently used dress free of charge. Dresses will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. The club will also host a drawing for prom tickets.

The group is seeking donations of dresses, shoes, and jewelry, as well as gift certificates for manicures, hair styling, and flowers. Those who would like to donate should email mlclub168@gmail.com.

HQ Water Solutions Announces Acquisition

HQ Water Solutions recently announced the acquisition of PA Water & Energy Solutions. This merger aims to solve the water quality challenges facing central Pennsylvania, from hard water damage to the rising threat of “forever chemicals” (PFAS).

HQ Water Solutions specializes in certified PFAS defense, which includes high-performance filtration designed to intercept “forever chemicals” before they reach the tap; high-efficiency softening, which is designed to reduce water

hardness and extend the life of plumbing and appliances; reverse osmosis, which delivers high-purity drinking water for homes and commercial operations; and customized whole-house filtration, which are tailored systems designed to combat unique water-quality issues. The acquisition also aims to serve as a catalyst for Lancaster’s local economy, featuring a multi-year growth plan that includes the following: immediate workforce expansion - the company is recruiting

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for technical, operations and sales roles to support its growing client base; next-generation infrastructure - the company is currently scouting a larger, state-of-the-art headquarters in central Pennsylvania to house its expanding team and inventory; and optimized service network - the combined resources of the two companies streamline service, ensuring families across the region have faster access to expert water care. Founded in 2020 by Stephen and Jordan Evangelista, HQ Water Solutions is a family-owned leader in high-quality water treatment. Among its awards, the company is the recipient of the SCORE Lancaster-Lebanon Small Business Award.

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CEF Posts After-School Programs

Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) of Lancaster County is offering Good News Club (GNC), an afterschool program for children ages 5 to 12, at various elementary schools and churches throughout Lancaster County. All workers are screened as required by Child Evangelism Fellowship Child Protection Policy.

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GNC is a free club held once a week for seven weeks in the fall and seven weeks in the spring. It includes Bible lessons, missionary stories, songs, Scripture memorization, and games. Registration is required for all GNC programs at www .ceflancaster.org.

The schools, locations, and dates and times are as follows: Columbia Borough School District’s Park Elementary School at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Tuesdays

from 3:15 to 4:45 p.m.; Conestoga Valley School District’s Fritz Elementary School, Thursdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; Donegal School District’s Donegal Primary School at Calvary Bible Church, Thursdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; Elizabethtown Area School District’s Bainbridge Elementary School, Tuesdays from 3:35 to 5 p.m.; and Ephrata Area School District’s Clay Elementary School, Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m., and Highland Elementary School, Wednesdays from 3:25 to 4:55 p.m.

In Hempfield School District, programs will be offered at Centerville Elementary School, Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; Farmdale Elementary School, Mondays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; and Landisville Primary Center, Mondays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Programs will also be

A child and volunteer read a Scripture passage together at a previous Good News Club.

available at Octorara Area School District’s Octorara Primary Learning Center, Mondays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; Penn Manor School District’s Conestoga Elementary School, Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; Pequea Valley School District’s Paradise Elementary School, Mondays from 3:30 to 5

p.m.; School District of Lancaster’s Lafayette Elementary School, Mondays from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m., and Ross Elementary School, Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:45 p.m.; and Warwick School District’s Kissel Hill Elementary School, Thursdays from 2:45 to 4:15 p.m.

Accordion Group to Meet

The First Lancaster Accordion Group (FLAG) will meet on Sunday, March 22, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Zion Church of Millers-

ville, 317 N. George St., Millersville. For additional details, contact Miranda Hoffman at 717-940-4762.

She is excited to see where the summit could lead her down the road. “I’m really excited to see what opportunities there are that are possible career explorations for my future, stuff that I didn’t know about, that I’m going to learn,” said Ellie.

Classmate Abigail Hrovath also enjoyed the experience. “I’m really interested in all the different careers, just seeing what other options are out there. I think that’s really cool,” she said. “I thought that the biology station was pretty cool and that’s interesting, and I’m interested to see what the manufacturing station looks like, too.”

Former Penn Manor teacher Barb St. John was one of the community members present to assist students. “I am a volunteer helping to demonstrate chemistry activities to the students and enlighten them on careers related to chemistry,” she said. “I hope the students take away an interest in learning more about chemistry or an enjoyment of science.”

Dawn Gerhardt, who is the director of Junior Achievement STEM summits for southcentral Pennsylvania, oversees the local programs.

“(The STEM summit) gives students the hands-on opportunity to learn about different careers in the STEM field by talking to volunteers and doing activities,” Gerhardt said. “We have some volunteers that work in the fields, but we also have volunteers that work in different fields that are just here, giving their day to share who they are and helping with the activities.”

Penn Manor High School assistant principal Jenna Fisher was also grateful for the chance to have students introduced to STEM programs. “My goal is that number one, students are respectful and engaged throughout our time here,” she said. “We have an abundance of volunteers that

have come in from throughout our county. We always like to make sure that our students are appropriate and engaged.”

She continued, “My next goal for our students is that they are potentially enlightened with what a future career in STEM could be,

whether it is in the workforce, the industry base, or a college four-year program. There are so many offerings that STEM has, and hopefully they feel like after they leave here, they have a better idea of what that could potentially be in their future.”

ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHURCH: 600 E. Penn Grant Rd., (Mailing: P.O. Box 635, Willow Street, 17584) 717-464-5683

Pastor: The Rev. Maureen L. Seifried Worship w/Holy Communion: Saturday Eve. 6 pm & Sunday 9:30 am. Livestreaming Visit: www.ascensionws.org

BETHEL CHURCH: 3716 Main Street, Conestoga. Sunday worship at 10:15 AM. Pastor: Jake Farnham. For more info, call 717-872-6755.

BREAKOUT MINISTRIES: Senior Pastors Ron & Mary Buch; Sundays at 10am. Contemporary worship & messages of freedom, healing, deliverance and discipleship. Children’s ministry includes nursery through Sr. High. Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting 7-8pm; Check our web site for scheduled home bible studies.; JA Jesus based recovery meeting Saturday 7-8:30p. Men and Women groups meet monthly. Family Fun Night bi-monthly 6:30-9:00, Jr. and Sr. High youth group meets alternating months. Local and International outreaches. Web site: www.breakoutministries.org or Call for details. 2400 Anita Court, Leola, PA 17540. Ph.: (717)656-8366

COLEMANVILLE UM CHURCH: 210

Colemanville Church Rd., Conestoga. Sunday Worship 8:40 AM, Sunday School 10:15 AM. 717-872-7951 Pastor: Manuel Cruz www.colemanvilleumc.org

FAITH BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 151 Donnerville Rd., Lancaster (one block south of Columbia Avenue). Pastor: Keith M. Long. 8:45 am Sunday School (with nursery and classes for children, youth and adults); 10:15 a.m. SundayWorship Service (with nursery and children’s church). Wed.: 6:30 p.m. AWANA Clubs (K6); Wed.: 6:30 pm Youth Group 717-285-1900. www.faithbfc.com

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH OF MILLERSVILLE *NEW Location & Service Time* Now located at 242 Bender Rd., Millersville Sunday Worship at 10am. Phone: 717-8724581 www.findgracehere.org

GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH OF WILLOW STREET: 212 Peach Bottom Rd., Willow Street. Pastor- Mike Sigman. Weekend Worship: 6pm Saturday, Contemporary; Sunday Worship: 8 a.m. Traditional; 9:15am & 11am Contemporary. Sunday Schl from infant-5th grade, meets simultaneously with the 6pm, 9:15 & 11am Worship Services. GCC Young Adults - Tues. 7 pm. Youth Ministry- Sun. & Wed. 6:30 pm. Numerous Small Groups. 717-464-5333 www.gccws.net info@gccws.net

MARTICVILLE CHURCH: Located at 641 Marticville Rd. (Rt. 324) between New Danville & Pequea. Pastor: Kevin Kresge. 9:30am worship service. Casual dress. Nursery, handicap accessible. Visit us online: MarticvilleChurch.org E-mail: info@marticvillechurch.org

MILLERSVILLE COMMUNITY UM CHURCH We are learning to live, love & lead like Jesus. Join us on Sundays at 9:30 AM at 163 W Frederick Street, Millersville for our ONE Worship Service. On-Line worship is also offered on our website: MCChurch.net

THE WAKEFIELD VINEYARD: 2292 Robert Fulton Hwy., Peach Bottom. Senior Pastors Mark & Pam Couch Join us on Sundays @ 10:15 AM For more info, call 717-955-0173.

WAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 600 Stony Battery Rd., Landisville (near Hempfield High School). Rev. Dr. Stephen P. Fritz, Pastor. Sunday morning Worship with Nursery: 9am Traditional, 10am Fellowship, 10:30am Contemporary with Children & Youth classes. www.waysidepc.org or call: (717) 898-1551.

Please Note: Updates can be made to your church’s listing for 1st issue date of each month only. (Changes must be submitted by the previous Wednesday.) For More Information On Church Listings And Rates, Call Justin at 717-492-2533

Funding Available to Farmers

The Lancaster County Conservation District (LCCD) has funding for Agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs) for farmers in Lancaster County. The funding is provided through the State Conservation Commission Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP).

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ways, terraces, streambank fencing, stream crossings, barnyards, roof gutters, and manure storage structures. The conservation district provides up to 90% cost share through ACAP toward installation of practices to address existing conservation resource concerns related to manure

management and soil loss. Farmers interested in implementing BMPs on their operation should contact Kent Bitting, LCCD engineer, at 717-874-2540 or visit www.lancastercon servation.org. Projects for this round of ACAP funding will need to be completed by Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026.

Designer Purse Bingo Posted 5K Fundraiser to Benefit The Haven

The Central Pennsylvania Chapter of American Gold Star Mothers will host a designer purse bingo on Friday, March 20, at Penn Manor High School, 100 E. Cottage Ave., Millersville. Doors will open at 5 p.m., and bingo will last from 6 to 9 p.m.

Attendees should bring cash to enter giveaway drawings, and food will be available. Prizes will include purses from Michael Kors,

Coach, Kate Spade, and Dooney & Burke.

The American Gold Star Mothers is a group of mothers who have lost a son or daughter serving in the Armed Forces. The mothers honor their children by serving their local veterans and communities. All proceeds will benefit local veterans. To purchase tickets, contact Joan at 717-804-3551.

Trivia Event Set

The Moravian Center of Lancaster will present a trivia contest on Saturday, March 21, from 4 to 6 p.m. on the second floor of 227 N. Queen St., Lancaster. Featured trivia questions will be about music and artists from the ‘50s through the ‘80s.

The event is free, with prizes awarded to the first-, second-, and third-place winners. Doors will open at 3 p.m. with snacks available for sale.

For more information, call 717-278-9008.

The Haven’s Run for the Haven 5K will take place on Saturday, March 28, at 8:30 a.m. at Calvary Church, 1051 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster.

The event will raise funds and awareness for The Haven, a Lancaster-based community center dedicated to supporting Afghan refugees as they rebuild their lives in the United States. The Haven provides essential services, including

English classes, cultural orientation, community connection, practical resettlement support, and programs designed to help families achieve stability and independence. Sponsorship opportunities for the run are available for businesses and organizations. To register or for sponsorship information, visit https://runsignup .com/Race/PA/Lancaster/ RunTheHaven5K.

Agency Helps Travelers Discover China

Loong Explorer China Travel (Loong Explorer, LLC) is a Lancaster County-based travel agency focused on travel to China.

Services include China tour packages, flights and hotels, China visa assistance, China destination weddings and travel insurance.

The Millersville company, which opened on Sept. 17, 2025, is open for consul-

tations by appointment. Loong Explorer can help Lancaster-area travelers visit China with structured planning and small group experiences with no mandatory shopping stops. The company aims to help people experience China beyond the headlines. To learn more, visit www .loongexplorer.com, email chouqiu@loongexplorer. com or call 717-229-6790.

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locations across the state, he added.

“The bell was a fiberglass 65-pound white bell delivered to my garage, and I came up with the paint, because the paint was a similar color to the actual Liberty Bell,” said Wagner. “And then I had to do artwork that I had done over the years, but I had to do special drawings of Rock Ford and also the Thaddeus Stevens house on the back. I had an Amish village, and then I was the artist-in-residence at the Pennsylvania Train Museum, and I did a drawing of the train.” He added that for for the cov -

ered bridge metric, he used a special drawing that his son did from the air.

Wagner noted that his first job after graduating from Millersville University was working for the planning commission downtown at the courthouse. In 1979, he illustrated the Lancaster County seal. “It’s still used today, and that’s what’s on the front of the bell,” said Wagner. “If you have your voter registration card, it has the original pen-and-ink drawing that I did from 1979.” The work is also featured prominently on the bell, along with an authentic drawing

of a Conestoga wagon and one of the welcome center downtown that was done for the Heritage Center for its advertisements. “That’s actually where the nation’s capital for a day was (in Lancaster),” he said. He is honored to have a role in the festivities. “I’m very proud,” said Wagner, who served with the 103rd Medical Battalion in the National Guard. “I’m a native of Lancaster, and I am happy to see my artwork here and to be part of the story that can bring us all together to celebrate and have fun for the 250th anniversary.”

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Petting Zoo Bluebird Society Sets Annual Conference

Frederick Family Farm offers a mobile petting zoo, which can bring the farm experience to any location. Instead of visiting a traditional farm, the friendly, wellcared-for animals can be brought to a birthday party, school event, community festival or private gathering.

The small family-run farm has been built on a love for animals, education and community. What started as a passion for hands-on animal

care has grown into a place where animals are treated with respect.

People of all ages can learn, connect and create lasting memories with the animals.

Every animal on the farm, whether part of the mobile petting zoo, available for adoption or in foster care, is raised or cared for with their well-being as the top priority.

To learn more, visit www.FrederickFamily Farm.org.

The Bluebird Society of Pennsylvania will hold its 26th annual conference on Friday and Saturday, March 27 and 28, at the Eden Resort and Conference Center, 222 Eden Road, Lancaster. The conference will feature speakers, demonstrations, vendors, live and silent auctions, a luncheon, and an opportunity to learn from and socialize with people who share a love of bluebirds and enjoy the natural world.

Pam Dimeler will present “The Owls of PA” on March 27 at 7 p.m. An 8:15 p.m. make-and-take will feature a sparrow spooker, a Noel guard, monofilament HOSP protection, and a HOWRN blocker. Coffee and a sheet cake will be available at 9 p.m. On March 28, the schedule will include “A World of Song and Wonder: Listening to the Birds of Pennsylvania” by Stan L. LeQuire at 9 a.m., “The Red-Headed Woodpecker” by Mark Ritke at 11 a.m., and “Birds of Prey” with live animals by Patrick Miller of Miller’s Wildlife and Conservation Specialists of Lebanon at 3 p.m. Registration forms and the complete itinerary may be found at www .thebsp.org under Upcoming Events.

“Really, what (Colin is) passing to us is a culture, the Ip Man family legacy,” said Francis. “We don’t talk so much about lineage, but we do legacy. (Colin) made a promise to Grandmaster Ip Chun to spread his father’s wing chun throughout the world. Being his first student, I think here in the U.S., and certainly in this region, he’s coming to continue to spread the Ip family legacy. This is so much more than technique. This is about respect and kindness and excellence.”

Originally from Pottsville, Schuylkill County, Francis has lived all over the world. Francis’ brotherin-law Andre Loke introduced him to Ward in 2018.

“There was an Ip Man movie being released in Singapore, and my brotherin-law told me, ‘You need to go see this.’ I was very skeptical, so I decided to research who this Ip Man character was and found out that he was the teacher of Bruce Lee. I wanted to learn kung fu since I was a kid, so this gave me permis-

sion as a grown-up to learn again.”

That led to a search for a school. “I was introduced to Colin online,” Francis said. “He lives in the UK (United Kingdom). When he was young, 40 years ago, he was invited by Ip Man’s oldest son, Grandmaster Ip Chun, to come to Hong Kong to learn. He started traveling back and forth from the UK to Hong Kong to be one of Ip Chun’s 13 pupils. From there, we started doing trips. I would travel to Hong Kong with him, and he would come here and train with me.”

Francis’ wife, Sharon, hails from Singapore. “That is where I began to learn,” he said. “I go to Hong Kong once a year to Ip Man’s school that he started years ago, and I also train in Singapore as well.”

Francis noted that the Lancaster Wing Chun Association primarily teaches adults, with the youngest student 18 years old and the oldest 77. Recently, the training center began a juniors program for people between the ages of 9 and 16.

“(The Lancaster Wing Chun Association) exists to help people gain health and wellness through learning traditional Ip Man Wing Chun,” said Francis. “Our primary objective is to help people find health and wellness. We also help people learn self-defense. They come to build healthy relationships. We do this

all by creating a safe and supportive environment.”

Francis is happy to be part of the rich heritage. “I’m sure (people can) appreciate the level of honor and humility that (I feel) to be directly connected to this Hong Kong lineage, the fact that we were able to be here doing this. It’s just such a humbling, humbling thing,” he said.

Sierra Club Seeking Grant Proposals

The Sierra Club - Lancaster Group will accept proposals for the next round of its Green Project grants through Tuesday, March 31. Lancaster County organizations with projects that promote sustainability, expand environmental awareness, and improve green infrastructure are encouraged to apply. The program annually awards grants of up to $500 to charitable, educational, or business entities that demonstrate a commitment to the Sierra Club’s

mission of “exploring, enjoying, and protecting the planet” in Lancaster County. Over the past decade, 110 organizations have received these grants, supporting a wide range of environmental conservation projects.

Before applying for a grant, organizations should consider how their projects relate to ecological preservation or education. Projects may focus on topics such as storm water management, rain gardens and rain barrels, native plantings,

pollinator plants, organic gardens, composting programs, and hands-on learning. The Lancaster Group will offer its expertise and labor to support the projects that are awarded grants.

Proposals should be emailed to jimsmeenan@ gmail.com and include the organization’s name, mailing address, and phone number; highlights of the project; and a 501(c)(3) status letter if the submission is from a 501(c)(3) group.

Winners will be

announced on Earth Day, Wednesday, April 22, and soon after, a list of the awardees will be posted at www.lancastersierraclub .org.

The grant program has been supported by funds raised primarily through the Lancaster Group’s annual Polar Bear 5K Trail Run/Hike and from funds received through its participation in Lancaster’s annual ExtraGive. For more details, contact Jim Meenan at 717-475-0586 or jimsmeenan@gmail .com.