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OCTOBER 23, 2024
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL LXI • NO 27
A little library with a big impact BY ADRIAN ESCHENWALD
In July, Aaron Freas of Lampeter officially opened a free community book station with the help of his parents, Al and
Janene Freas. The small library, named Linus and Lucy’s Little Free Library, is located at the Freases’ home on Glebe Lane near Rockvale Road, and it is one of many ways 26-year-old See Little library pg 5
The event will include a Trunk or Treat for costumed youngsters.
BY ADRIAN ESCHENWALD
“We’re excited to see how the event unfolds, and we look forward to seeing faces from around the community.” feature additional items donated by businesses as well as gift baskets assembled by Martic PTO. Refreshments will be available to purchase from food trucks
such as Nano Burger, Robino’s, Cupcakes by Casey, Penny’s Ice Cream and Lori’s Lattes. Live music will be provided by one-man band Rick Kilby, who frequently plays old tunes and classic hits at local restaurants and churches. Kilby often hands out small instruments for audience members to use during his interactive and family-friendly performances. In addition to the Trunk or Treat, attendees of Fall Fest may enjoy hayrides and activities such as face painting, which will be offered by members of Penn Manor High School’s National Honor Society chapter. Proceeds from prize drawing ticket sales will benefit Martic PTO, which will use the funds to offer field trips and special events
Tricks, treats and traditions BY ADRIAN ESCHENWALD
Of all the holidays traditionally celebrated around the world, Halloween is one of the most unique - and most peculiar - celebrations of the year. When autumn ushers in the start of the holiday season, many people first think of Thanksgiving turkeys and Christmas gifts as the colder months approach. But Halloween, a day that one might regard as the delinquent younger sibling in the family of holidays, has a long history of
odd customs that set it apart from Yuletide and Easter, and residents of Lancaster County have added their own traditions to the mix over many years. Halloween originated as All Hallows’ Eve, taking place before the annual Christian celebration of All Hallows’ Day on Nov. 1. The evening signifies the beginning of Allhallowtide, a time of year when Christians honor saints, martyrs and departed souls who are yet on their journey to heaven. All Hallows’ Day has been observed for more
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he inaugural Martic Community Fall Fest will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 28, at Rawlinsville Volunteer Fire Company, 33 Martic Heights Drive, Holtwood. The free event, hosted by the Martic PTO in partnership with the fire company and Mt. Nebo Church, will feature food trucks, live music, prize drawings and fall-themed games and activities for kids. Vehicle owners who participate in the Trunk or Treat are encouraged to decorate their cars for the event, and prizes will be given out in categories such as best trunk and most creatively decorated trunk. Prizes will include various items donated by local
businesses such as Farm Fresh Beef in Quarryville and Gather Home Boutique & Furniture in Conestoga. Tickets will be available to purchase for multiple prize drawings, which will
Aaron Freas (center) opened a free community book station at his home in Lampeter with the help of his parents, Al (left) and Janene Freas (right).
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