Traditionally, Christmas is a chance to catch up and spend meaningful time with family members. But the season also provides an opportunity to connect with neighbors and make new friends.
In Lititz, the park board’s holiday event blurs the fine line between private celebration and public celebration even further.
“To me, I think Christmas in Lititz is about the community and the neighborhood feel,” said Kellye Martin, the Lititz Springs Park board’s event manager. “I see people downtown, and they’re meeting friends for coffee and they’re enjoying Christmas in the Park. I don’t see Lititz residents shutting themselves in their homes. Some people can’t wait to show their visitors their hometown of Lititz.”
That extended family feel will
BY JEFF FALK
fill the air when the Lititz Springs Park board presents this year’s edition of its annual Christmas in the Park community event beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5, at 24 N. Broad St., Lititz. The celebration is free to attend, and both residents and nonresidents of the borough are welcome.
“It’s a very quintessential small-town vibe. It’s very Norman Rockwell,” said Martin. “There are a lot of big, flashy tree-lighting ceremonies, but ours is more of the laid-back type from a bygone era. It’s sweet and it’s special. It’s a way to get excited for the season. We see a lot of locals and neighbors. It’s a nice way to bring the community together around the holidays.”
Members of the Paloma School of Irish Dance have something for you.
It’s a gift of experience. It’s a gift of culture. It’s a gift of themselves.
“I think there’s a lot more dancing and a lot more music in (Irish) culture,” said Esther Pujol, the founder and owner of Paloma School of Irish Dance. “I think the show embraces that, embraces that spirit. It’s about communities coming together and celebrating music and dance. The purpose of
Christmas in the Park Is Community Tradition
Mayor Tim Snyder’s ceremonial lighting of Lititz’s ornamented community Christmas tree at the park’s bandshell will serve as both the highlight and the conclusion of the 45-minute event. Christmas in the Park’s festivities will begin with a welcoming from master of ceremonies Bob D’Imperio. “We try to keep it moving,” said Martin. “Christmas in the Park is a way to bring the community
the show is to spread holiday cheer and bring some Celtic traditions to Lancaster County.”
Paloma School of Irish Dance will present its Celtic Christmas Show present to the community at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 14, at Lancaster Mennonite School’s High Fine Arts Center, 2176 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster. Modestly priced tickets for the school’s first-ever Christmas performance, which will feature traditional and modern Celtic dance and music, can be purchased in advance at www.palomaboosterclub.com/ celtic-christmas-show-2025.html or at the door
Community’s collective light shines bright at last year’s Christmas in the Park.
Paloma School dancers rehearse for their upcoming Celtic Christmas Show.
on the night of the show.
“I think the audience is going to fall in love with Irish dance,” said Pujol. “I hope (the audience members) are pleasantly surprised, like it’s better than they expected. I think there was a generation who was familiar with Riverdance. But I think there’s a younger generation who hasn’t been exposed to it or know what it is.”
The Celtic Christmas Show is a 90-minute performance that will be divided by a 15-minute intermission. Irish music, featuring fiddles, will accompany the 20 dance numbers, but the show will not include singing.
“I think the best way to describe the atmosphere is merry,” said Pujol, a resident of Manheim Township. “Everyone is just so excited and preparing for the performance. I think people are going to feel the joy of the holiday season from the stage. It’s a chance for the performers to share what they do. They love to perform.”
Nearly 70 individuals from Paloma School of Irish Dance will perform at the Celtic Christmas Show, including college dancers, school-age students and adults. Many of the performers reside in the Manheim Township, Warwick, Conestoga Valley, Garden Spot, Lampeter-Strasburg, Donegal, Penn Manor, Solanco and Lancaster
school districts.
The family-oriented troupe also includes many parents, children, siblings and cousins performing together.
“These kids are just everything,” said Pujol. “They’re kids who are actively applying to colleges. Some are on the robotics team. Some are National Honor Society students. Some are football players. Some are very successful in other parts of their lives. They’re just exceptional, exceptional people.”
“When people come up to me at our shows, they say these kids are so talented,” added Pujol. “I’m lucky because I get to work with these kids who are such hard workers.”
A combination of the performing arts and sports, Irish dance demands athleticism, synchronization and repetition to succeed at high levels. Emerging dancers learn collaboration, accountability and problem-solving through their involvement.
“Irish dance still has a lot of its traditional roots,” said Pujol. “Some of the dances we’ll be doing onstage originated hundreds of years ago. A handful of our dancers are actively competitive. A lot of those who will be at the show have competed on the regional, national and world levels. They’re very competitive; they take it seriously. This will kind of be a nice break for them.
Brethren Village To Host Christmas Bazaar
Brethren Village (BV), 3001 Lititz Pike, Lititz, will hold its 2025 Christmas bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Welcome Center’s Wolfe Auditorium.
Shoppers can purchase a variety of handcrafted items from BV residents and local vendors, such as jewelry, ceramics, crafts and woodworking. Homemade cookies will be for sale. Visitors can also stop by the Thrift Shop on campus to purchase holiday clothing, decorations and gifts. The resident-led Train Room will be open for guests to visit. While shopping, guests may choose from a selec -
It’ll be a nice way for them to show their craft.”
Headquartered at 1285 Manheim Pike, Suite 3, Lancaster, Paloma School of Irish Dance was established by Pujol in 2015, partly as a way to stay connected with a discipline she was once involved with as a competitor and partly as a way to honor her roots. There are currently 125 students from all across Lancaster County and beyond enrolled in the school.
“It helps dancers reach their highest levels of
dance, reach their potential and have them become good citizens,” said Pujol. “As they’re doing this, they’re learning important life lessons like leadership, teamwork and hard work. The dancing has opened a lot of doors for our dancers, not just in dancing but also in life.”
“It’s such a niche sport,” continued Pujol. “The school has grown now to bigger than it was before COVID. In a way, it has surpassed the goals I set for it. Now, here we are, and I’m enjoying it.”
tion of lunch options available for purchase, prepared by the BV dining team. All proceeds from the event will directly benefit BV residents. Free parking will be available, and visitors are encouraged to follow the event signs to the Welcome Center.
For a preview of this year’s Bazaar, visit www. youtube.com and search for “Preview Christmas Bazaar 2025” to view a video featuring crafters on campus. More information about the bazaar can be also found at www .facebook.com/Brethren Village by choosing “Events.”
LHF Plans Carol Sing, Candlelight Tours
The Lititz Historical Foundation (LHF), 145 E. Main St., Lititz, has planned several holiday events.
LHF, in conjunction with the Lititz Moravian Archives, will host the annual Community Christmas Carol Sing on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 6:30 p.m. at 2 Church Square in Lititz. The Moravian Trombone Choir will be on hand, and free song sheets will be handed out to attendees to sing holiday classics. Afterwards, all are welcome to warm up inside Fellowship
Hall, where light refreshments will be served. “The Christmas Putz” will also be shown that evening. The event is free, but donations are appreciated.
LHF will hold its annual Christmas Candlelight Tours on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 12 and 13, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Guests will receive a guided tour of the 1792 Johannes Mueller House and will learn the story of Mueller and his family as well as the history and Christmas customs of the early Moravian community
of Lititz during the 18th century. Tours, which are 45 minutes in length, will depart every 15 minutes.
Tourgoers may also visit the LHF museum for holiday refreshments and to shop in the gift shop. Ticketholders will receive a discount in the gift shop on the night of their tour. To purchase tour tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/ rd5hu6em.
A past year’s Community Christmas Carol Sing in downtown Lititz
Christmas and Gift Show Set
The 42nd annual Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show will be held from Wednesday, Dec. 3, to Sunday, Dec. 7, at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex, 2300 N. Cameron St., Harrisburg. Hours will be 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Dec. 3 through 6 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Dec. 7.
The show is one of the largest holiday shows in the U.S., with more than 30,000 shoppers in attendance each year. More than 525 specialty vendors will sell gifts, holiday décor, apparel, jewelry, toys, gourmet food, and more.
Some of the show’s new areas and events will include a Beauty on Budget Sale area located in the Equine Arena, with 90% off on a variety of women’s clothing, handbags, shoes, and accessories; Christmas Music Bingo on Friday, Dec. 5, and Dec. 6 from 4 to 7 p.m.; a Macaroni KID Jingle Bell Family Fun Zone, featuring activities such as face painting, balloon creations, a Lego play station, and holiday crafts; and Santa’s Village, where children can play in playhouses provided by Fontana Outdoors. Also new this year, parking will
A variety of holiday items will be available for purchase at the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show.
be free after 3 p.m.
Some of the show’s special events, which will include various admission discounts, will include Girls’ Night Out on Dec. 5 from 4 to 7 p.m., Country Christmas Night on Dec. 6 from 4 to 7 p.m., Friends & Family Day on Dec. 6 from 1 to 5 p.m., and Hero Day on Dec. 7. Attendees may also receive an admission discount every day after 4 p.m. at the box office.
Other features of the show will be an opportunity to meet Karolyn Grimes, author and actress in “It’s A Wonderful Life”; a maker’s market with handcrafted
items in the North Hall; pop-up caroling in the Cameron Street Lobby on Dec. 6 from 9 to 11 a.m.; and Deck the Paws, a dog fashion show with adoptable dogs, on Dec. 6 at 10 a.m. Santaland, where attendees may take free photos with Santa in his sleigh, will be open from Dec. 3 to 6 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
There will also be a Christmas Lego Village, a 165foot model train display, a Christmas tree lane, an entertainment stage, and a Winter Wonderland. Tickets may be purchased in advance at https://
pachristmasshow.mpe tickets.com/ or at the box office. Children age 12 and under will be admitted for free.
For more information, visit www.pachristmas show.com.
Lititz Library Posts Schedule
Lititz Public Library, 651 Kissel Hill Road, Lititz, will offer a variety of activities for patrons of all ages in December. For more details and registration, call 717626-2255 or visit www .lititzlibrary.org.
The library will be closed on Wednesdays, Dec. 24 and 31, and Thursdays, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. Holiday Happenings will take place on Saturdays, Dec. 6 and 13. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be present from 10 a.m. to noon, and Santa will read a story at 11 a.m. Holiday crafts will be available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
A model train display will be available to view on Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Monday, Dec. 8, through Thursday, Dec. 11, from 3 to 7 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 12, from 3 to 5:30 p.m.; and Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
A Mitten Tree Donation Drive will be held from Monday, Dec. 1, to Dec. 13. People may donate
new hats, gloves, mittens, scarves, and socks, and all donations will be given to local communities in need.
The library will offer several ongoing programs. These activities include Knitting Club, for knitters and crocheters, on Dec. 1 at 10 a.m. and Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 6 p.m.; Baked Books Club on Dec. 9 at 2 p.m.; Beginner Tai Chi Easy on Tuesday, Dec. 2, at 6:30 p.m.; Lititz Game Club, for players age 10 and older, on Wednesdays, Dec. 3 and 17, at 4:30 p.m.; Painting Club on Wednesday, Dec. 10, at 12:30 p.m.; Lego Club, for children ages 6 to 10, on Saturday, Dec. 20, from 10 to 11 a.m.; Lititz Garden Club on Thursday, Dec. 4, at 6 p.m.; Writing Club on Monday, Dec. 15, at 1 p.m.; Accessible Yoga with Black Cat Yoga on Friday, Dec. 26, at 10 a.m.; and BYOB Book Club, for which attendees may bring whatever they are currently reading, on Thursday, Dec. 18, at 2 p.m.
The following programs will be offered for children: Paws to Read, where children can read aloud to a therapy dog, on Dec. 11 at 4 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 27, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and Cruise Into Kindergarten, for children ages 3 to 6, on Dec. 15 at 6:30 p.m.
The library will offer three-week parachute classes for children from Dec. 1 to 18. Parachute Play, for children ages 3 to 5 who may attend independent of a caregiver, will take place on Mondays and Tuesdays. Little Parachute, for children ages 1 and 2 with a caregiver, will take place on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Registration is required.
Members of the Blanketeers will gather to create blankets of various kinds for Project Linus on Tuesdays, Dec. 2 and 16, at 2 p.m.
ing, simple crafts, adult coloring, and tea, and a dog will be available for people to read to or pet. Registration will open on Dec. 3.
Digital Detox with OldSchool Writing Tools will take place on Dec. 18 at 6 p.m. After a brief presentation, participants will have the opportunity to get hands-on with a manual typewriter and a variety of fountain pens. Registration will open on Dec. 4.
The Holiday StoryWalk featured book is “Snowmen at Christmas” by Caralyn Buehner. The StoryWalk begins to the right of the library entrance and moves counterclockwise around the library.
Gift-a-Book will take place from Nov. 17 to Dec. 13. People may purchase a book for the library and have the opportunity to put a holiday bookplate in it.
Santa’s Mailbox will be open from Dec. 1 to Tuesday, Dec. 23. People may place a letter in Santa’s Mailbox and receive a reply.
Servant Stage To Present “A Christmas Carol”
Servant Stage will present its original adaptation of Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” to audiences across Lancaster County, with performances through Sunday, Dec. 21.
Weekends of featured performances will take place at The Junction Center, 1875 Junction Road, Manheim, on Friday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 6, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. and at Lancaster Alliance
Church, 210 Pitney Road, Lancaster, from Thursdays to Sundays, Dec. 11 to 14 and 18 to 21. Performances at the church will take place at 7 p.m. on Thursdays, 3 and 7 p.m. on Fridays, 11 a.m. and 3
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Women’s Meeting To Feature Craft, Bible Study
Women of all ages and preschool children are invited to attend Neighbors Sharing and Caring (NSAC), a women’s ministry of the Chiques Church, 4045 Sunnyside Road, Manheim, on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 9 to 10:45 a.m. Participants may pick either a craft or a Bible study.
The craft will be a wire Christmas Nativity led by Paige Haldeman of Manheim. For this craft, participants will twist metal to create a unique piece of art that can be used as a Christmas decoration. There will be a cost, and participants must preregister by Thursday, Nov. 27. To preregister
or for more information, call 717-799-5479.
The Bible study will be “Growing Deep Roots in Winter” led by Christy Shenk, a member of Chiques Church. The Bible study will juxtapose strategies for getting the most enjoyment out of the winter season and practical approaches for enduring and even valuing times of spiritual testing.
During the program, child care will be provided for infants through prekindergartners. Readers may contact Bonnie at 717-361-2613 or Veronica at 717-626-7603 for more information and a copy of this year’s schedule.
Christmas at the Cloister Set
The Historic Ephrata Cloister, 632 W. Main St., Ephrata, will hold Christmas at the Cloister, a “Lessons and Carols” program held in the historic 1741 Meetinghouse, on Monday, Dec. 8, and Tuesday, Dec. 9, with performances at 6:30 and 8 p.m. each evening.
The program will feature the story of Christmas as told through Scripture readings, music by the Ephrata Cloister Chorus, and carols for all to sing together. Following the program, light refreshments, including hot mulled cider and cookies, will be available in the
MOAA Sets Christmas Luncheon
The Lancaster Chapter Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) will hold its annual Christmas luncheon on Sunday, Dec. 7, at Gordinier Hall, located on the campus of Millersville University at 40 James St., Millersville.
A social hour will begin at 1 p.m. with dinner to follow. The afternoon’s program will include installation of newly elected chapter officers and directors for 2026
and recognition of outgoing officers and directors. All current and past military officers are invited, and reservations are required. Those who plan to attend are asked to contact Dennis Benchoff at 717-560-1260 or banzhafdl@gmail.com to confirm reservations by Monday, Dec. 1. Visit www .moaalancasterchapt.org for additional information on this luncheon and other chapter events.
Christmas Makers’ Market Posted
Brick Gables, 800 E. Newport Road, Lititz, will hold its first Christmas makers’ market on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free.
Visitor Center auditorium. Tickets may be purchased in person at the Ephrata Cloister museum store or visitor center or by visiting www.storepatrailsof history.com/2/#/Admis sion. Seating is limited, and advance tickets are required.
For more information, visit www.ephratacloister .org. People with disabilities who need special assistance or accommodation should call in advance to discuss their needs. Pennsylvania TDD relay service is available by calling 800-654-5984.
Coterie Club
Sets Meeting
The Lancaster County Coterie Club will hold its next general meeting on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 11:30 a.m. at The Willows at Historic Strasburg, 1500 Historic Drive, Strasburg. Music will be provided by Less is More. There is a fee for the meal. Reservations must be made by Thursday, Dec. 4, by contacting LaTrelle Renaud at latrellemiller@ gmail.com.
For more information about the club, visit www .coteriepa.com or email coterieclubinfo@gmail .com.
Shoppers are invited to support local artisans and find unique, handcrafted goods to kick off the holiday season. Offered will be self-care products, seasonal decor and personalized gifts.
For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ brickgables/events. Those with questions may call 717-627-0080 or email info@brickgables.com.
GRACE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH OF MANHEIM: 1483 N. Colebrook Rd., Manheim. SUNDAYS: Adult Bible Class at 9:30am and Worship Service at 10:30am. Wednesday Evening Prayer is held from 6:30pm-7:30pm For more details, please visit http://www.gcfmanheim.org or call 717-665-7222.
HIGHLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 500 East Roseville Rd., Lancaster (off Rt. 272 / Oregon Pike). (717) 569-2651 Sunday 10 AM Worship Service, also available online. www.HighlandPC.org
HOSANNA! A FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIANS 29 Green Acre Rd., Lititz (717) 626-2560 Worship with us in person @ 9:30am, online or livestream @ www.hosannalititz.org Children & Youth Ministries
NEWPORT CHURCH: 656 W. Newport Road, Elm, www.newportchurch.net
We are a vibrant family- oriented contemporary church that meets for Sunday “celebration” service at 9:30 a.m. and throughout the week in home groups, including junior-high and senior-high groups. Children love our Kids Town ministry every Sunday morning! Our mission is to share God’s Love generously and lead people to new life in Jesus. For info. or directions, see our Website or call 717-664-2635. Lead Pastor: Merle Shenk.
RUHL’S CHURCH: A growing church committed to Christ. Worship on Sunday morning at 8 am for a traditional feel. Sunday School for all ages at 9:15 am., 10:30 am. Worship led by praise band. (Nursery available. Handicap accessible.) For more information, please call 717-665-3400 or visit www.ruhlschurch.org Located at 4810 Elizabethtown Rd, Manheim.
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH: 505 Woodcrest Ave., Lititz Ph:717-626-5580
Rev. Stephen D. Weitzel
Confessions: Sat. 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm and anytime on request
Daily Masses: Tues.-Fri. 9 am Saturday Vigil Mass: 4 pm Sunday Masses: 8:30 am & 10:30 am www.stjameslititz.org for livestream Masses
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH: 596 West Newport Rd., Lititz. Are you looking for a Church that preaches from the King James Bible? Helps your family grow spiritually? Enjoys the old-time hymns? Look no further! Sunday School 10am, Sunday Morning Worship 11am, and Sunday Evening Worship 6pm. Wednesday Evening Prayer & Bible Study 6:30 pm. Pastor Joshua Freeland (717) 575-0292.
TRINITY UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: 2340 State St., East Petersburg. Rev. Dr. Christopher Rankin, Pastor. Phone: (717) 569-1632. Sunday Schedule: 7:45 am Worship with Holy Communion; 9:00 am Sunday School for all ages; 10:00 am Koinonia (Fellowship Time); 10:30 am Worship (Holy Communion twice a month) Online service is available by visiting www.trinityeastpete.org “Catch the Vision, Share the Joy!””
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH OF LANCASTER: We have been a liberal religious community in the county for more than 123 years. Our services start at 10 AM, and everyone is welcome to join us for Coffee Hour afterward.
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Christmas in the Park
together and kick off the Christmas season. It’s very festive. It does have a religious aspect to it, and it’s a family-friendly event. We hope we created a little memory for (attendees).”
Also, from Lititz Springs Park’s bandshell will come a Christmas blessing from St. Luke’s United Church of Christ pastor Jeff Shanaberger, two songs from the Warwick High School choir that will serve as a preview for the group’s upcoming holiday program and a 15-minute performance from students at the Encore Dance Center. There will also be a candle-lighting
service and a community caroling session featuring the singing of “Silent Night.”
“My favorite part is caroling with the Christmas tree lighting,” said Martin. “Everyone is singing songs they know so well. I remember that moment even coming there as a kid. Now I enjoy it as an adult. It’s been with me my whole life.”
More than 2,000 individuals are expected to attend Christmas in the Park. In an attempt to cover the costs of the event, a freewill offering will be accepted.
“The park is just such an
School Posts
Honor Rolls
Lititz Christian School has announced its distinguished honor roll and honor roll for the first grading period of the 202526 school year.
The students named to the distinguished honor roll are third-graders Hazel Garrett, Liam Moore, Paxton Kegarise, Elle Adams, Ben Placeway, Corbet Antes, Josie Fox, Carrie Fischer, Ivy Rehm, RJ Lauson, Peyton McCracken, Boone Horst, Stryder Rittler, and Rylie Klaips; fourth-graders Evie Tabora, Aspen Denlinger, Clay Sufficool, Zeke Copenhaver, Paxton McNaughton, Miriam Latimer, Isabel Whitcraft, Ian Gerard, David Kreiser, and James Horst; fifth-graders Maddee Brown, Aynsley Sweigart, Reagan Lauson, Kipton Kegarise, Ella Groff, Emily Aldred, Regan Hannis, Savannah McCracken, and Broderick Boyer; sixth-graders JJ Copenhaver, Abby Placeway, Cara Witman, Megan Beachy, Anja Antes, Kiran Puniello, Leah Maurer, and Ellie Harmon; seventh-graders Evie Kriebel, Laela Kreider, Neriah Torres, and Grace Gallinaugh; eighth-graders Faith Brett, Carson Aldred, Sierra McCracken, Jack Harbin, Lucy Mason, Avery Hurst, Emma Ginder, and Isaac Hutchison; ninth-graders Ryan Beachy, Hanna Cryer, Abby Hodge, Emma Wilson, and Nathaniel Cuff; 10th-graders Lauren Cadwalader, Ryan Paschal, Lily Ginder, and Jonah Young; 11th-graders
identifiable part of Lititz as a town,” said Martin. “It’s so accessible; everyone knows where it is. The trees look so great in every season. You’ve got the natural water feature running through it, and it can be used for so many things. It’s a great space for the community to come together.”
In 1994, Christmas in the Park was established at Lititz Springs Park, land once owned by the Moravian Church. The other annual community event that the Lititz Springs Park board conducts - the Fourth of July Celebration - serves
as a fundraiser for maintenance and improvements of the park’s grounds.
Overseen by a board of 17 trustees, Lititz Springs Park employs four workers. The park receives tens of thousands of visitors each year.
“To me, Christmas is all about hope,” said Martin. “Hopefully, people can come to this place and experience peace. Hopefully, people can experience this event, and we hope it’s positive and enjoyable. I love being a part of it.”
For additional information, go to www .lititzspringspark.org.
LSO, Chorus To Present “Messiah”
Brody Reber and Xander Suazo; and 12th-graders Ella Urquhart and Olivia Hurst.
The students recognized on the honor roll are third-graders Leilani Garcia and Saige McCracken; fourth-graders Seraphie Puniello, Olivia Kubick, Catherine Rankin, Wyatt Hamilton, Axell White, Caleb Musser, Jaxon Kulp, and Haven Horst; fifth-graders Juliette Rittler, Xavier Zook, Christian Heim, Alexander Evans, Kirstin Herr, Ezequiel Vega, Bruce White, and Vivia Kreider; sixth-graders Ben Hodge, Evelynn Balmer, Andreia Garcia, Jack Weaver, Knox Logan, Hans Miller, Madalyn Shadler, and Trey Kleylein; seventh-graders Ava Perry, Savannah Rittler, Everett Boyer, Paige Fox, Noah Moore, Briella Heim, and Bentley Hoover; eighth-graders Naylah Vega, Layna Morrie, Asa Mosore, Alex Nickel, Emmett Denlinger, Gage Emberger, Clyde Shadler, Clara Kegarise, and Kennedy Ditmer; ninth-graders Norah Weaver, Liam Bradley, Aliya Harmon, Titus Antes, Sierra Weaver, Christian Billek, Samantha McCracken, and Josh Cuff; 10th-grader Chloe Burkholder; 11th-graders Bre Stellato, Jackson Antes, Alli Scanlan, Leah Paschal, Isaac Lawler, Jack Kriebel, and Olivia Denlinger; and 12th-graders Ali Davila, Leah Martin, Alex Sherman, and Cody Derner.
The Lancaster Symphony Orchestra (LSO) and Chorus will present the fourth annual performance of George Frideric Handel’s “Messiah” at First Presbyterian Church of Lancaster, 140 E. Orange St., Lancaster. Performances will take place on Thursday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 5, at 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday, Dec. 6, at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.
The concert will be directed by LSO chorusmaster William Wright, and the performance will feature vocal soloists Jessica Beebe, soprano; Lauren Cook, alto; Aaron Sheehan, tenor; and Joseph Lattanzi, bass.
The concert will last approximately two hours and 25 minutes, with one intermission.
Composed in just 24 days during the summer of 1741, “Messiah” premiered in Dublin in April 1742 to resounding success. The work is structured in three parts: Part I describes the advent and birth of Christ; Part II details Christ’s life, resurrection, and ultimate victory; and Part III celebrates the redemption of humankind and the promise of eternal life.
To purchase tickets, visit www.lancastersymphony .org or call the LSO box office at 717-291-6440.
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Mennonite Life To Hold Book Launch
Mennonite Life, 2215 Millstream Road, Lancaster, will hold a book launch celebrating the revised edition of John Ruth’s “The Earth Is the Lord’s: A Narrative History of the Lancaster Mennonite Conference” in the Mennonite Life Community Room on Thursday, Dec. 4, at 6:30 p.m.
Since the first edition was published in 2001, “The Earth Is the Lord’s” has been integral in situating the narratives of Lancaster County in the history of Anabaptism. Mennonite Life’s reprint of the book features a new foreword by John Ruth, new cover art, and minor revisions to the text.
The release event will feature a video of John Ruth reading selections from his new foreword. Additionally, local Mennonite historian and author Steve Nolt will offer a presentation on the influence of the book and the research opportunities it provides to both familiar and new readers.
Beth Oberholtzer, graphic designer, will share about the updated cover art, which features fraktur from Mennonite Life’s permanent collection. The images connect the story
Mennonite Life will host a book launch for
with Mennonite Life’s ongoing preservation work.
The revised edition will be available for sale at the event, and preordered copies will be available for pickup. Light refreshments will be served.
The event is free, but registration is required.
To register, visit www .mennonitelife.org/events or call 717-393-9745. A livestream of the event will be available at www.face book.com/MennoniteLife.
Mennonite Life’s vision is diverse communities connecting across boundaries by knowing and valuing their own and each other’s stories of life, faith, cultures, and histories.
PennDOT Provides Tips for Wintry Weather
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) recently offered ways the public can prepare for the winter season. Members of the public can access travel information on nearly 40,000 state-maintained roadway miles year-round at www.511PA.com, and during the winter, they can find plow-truck locations and details of when state-maintained roadways were last plowed. The information is provided via PennDOT’s Automated Vehicle Location technology, which uses units in the department-owned and rented plow trucks to send a cellular signal showing a truck’s location.
To help the public prepare for the season and share information about winter services, PennDOT
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Motorists should prepare for potential wintry weather by ensuring they have supplies in their cars before heading out, including food, water, blankets, extra gloves and hats, a cellphone charger, hand or foot warmers, a windshield brush and scraper, and any specialized items like medications or baby and pet supplies.
If motorists encounter snow- or ice-covered roads, they should slow down, increase their following distance, and avoid distractions.
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Clean, Repair, Gutter Guards. Property Maint. by Steve. 717-892-7411
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