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Warwick High S.T.E.A.M. Event Showcases Students’ Talent

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The science department at Warwick High School hosted its annual community S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Showcase recently in the newly renovated high school learning commons. Students have been working hard all year on

their in-depth, independent STEAM research projects. The STEAM Showcase helps students prepare for the North Museum Science and Engineering Fair (NMSEF), which is a regional-level science fair. “STEAM night really helped me prepare for NMSEF, and I loved talking with the public about my project,” said Ansh Dwivedi, Grand Champion of NMSEF 2025. Shown clockwise, from top left, is senior Emily Stauffer as she explains her science project titled “Rats on Roughage”; next, a robotic demonstration by ninth grader Emerson Evans, along with sixth grader Liam Patel and on the far left seated is their teacher Jenna Brower; next, tenth grader Dante Taraborrelli talks about rocks and geology; and finally, eleventh grade student Travis Stuckey captures the interest of first grader Easton Taylor with a robot dog, while his mother Brittany Taylor watches from behind. Ansh Dwivedi qualified

Ephrata High School’s Spring Musical, Disney’s “The Little Mermaid”

Dive under the sea with Ephrata High School’s upcoming production of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” coming to the stage Thursday, March 26 at 7:00 p.m., Friday, March 27 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, March 28 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Audiences of all ages are invited to experience this enchanting musical filled with unforgettable characters, spectacular music, and the incredible talents of Ephrata High School’s student performers. Tickets can be reserved online in advance on the school’s website - bit.ly/ephratatheatre or purchased at the Box Office in person (cash or check only) one hour prior to each performance.

Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” tells the story of Ariel, a curious and spirited young mermaid who dreams of exploring the world beyond the ocean. Determined to follow her heart, Ariel makes a daring deal with the mischievous sea witch Ursula in hopes of discovering life on land and meeting the charming Prince Eric. Along the way, she is joined by a colorful cast of friends including the loyal Flounder, the lively crab Sebastian, and the eccentric seagull Scuttle. Shown in the photo, from left to right, are (front) Alison Heisey, Kaiden Dom; (back) Carlos Kohls, Finn Bonagura, Kris Gehman, Elijah Foulks, Joslyn Copeland, Susannah Schelling, Lilah Snyder and Jade Serrano. Featuring iconic songs such as “Part of Your World,” “Under the Sea,” and “Kiss the Girl,” the production promises an unforgettable theatrical ex-

perience filled with energetic choreography, imaginative sets, dazzling costumes, and plenty of humor and heart. This family-friendly musical celebrates the power of dreams, courage, and finding your voice.

The cast of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” includes the following students (listed in

alphabetical order): Alaina Bain, Sarah Baum, Finn Bonagura, Alliah Bontrager, Ron Buitrago, Kaylee Capwill, Joslyn Copeland, Kaiden Dom, Selena Elliott, Davin Farve, Elijah Foulks, Kris Gehman, Lily Gerdan, Caitlyn Gockley, Chase Hammer, Alison Heisey, Grace Hoffer, Carlos Kohls, Joshua Lindberg, Savannah Martin, Eric Guzman Moreno, Emma Ober, Alethea Ornelas, Will Pollock, Nathan Pugh, Kylan Reichard, Addi Scheirer,

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Donald S. “Scott” Teeples

Donald S. “Scott” Teeples, 71, of Ephrata, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026, at his residence.

He was born in Pocatello, ID, to the late Kenneth L. and E. Dolores (Nichols) Teeples and was the husband of Karen (Fritz) Teeples, with whom he shared 48 years of marriage.

Scott worked as electrician for Hurst Electric. In his free time, he was an avid golfer and a regular fixture at Fox Chase Golf Course. He enjoyed tending to his yard and spending time with his grandchildren. Scott loved to spend time in his man cave, where he would listen to music, play drums, putt golf balls, and exercise. He was very proud of his BMW convertible, which he enjoyed

Charlotte; a brother, G. Ronald Teeples and a sister, Julie, wife of John Nicholson.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a nephew, Sean Nicholson.

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for the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), which he attended in Colum-

bus, Ohio. Attendance at STEAM night helped set Warwick students up for success, as all five STEAM students won top category honors at the 2025 NMSEF.

ment to make the research as rigorous as possible.

A generous grant from the Warwick Education Foundation has sponsored this STEAM Showcase and allowed the district to purchase advanced equip-

In addition to the STEAM research presentations, the STEAM Showcase had science activities for all ages, like freeze-dried candy, an augmented reality sand table, robots, and so much more. Students who complete the STEAM activities

on their Bingo board were eligible for door prizes. Elementary students loved the event in 2025, as Elena R. from John Beck said, “Our favorite part is the variety of content that is covered and all the stations they have set up for hands-on activities. Members from various STEAM clubs showed off their clubs’ work.

driving around town.

In addition to his wife, Scott is survived by two sons, Timothy, husband of Hilary Teeples, Jesse, husband of Kayla Teeples; three grandchildren, Lucas, Madison,

A viewing was held on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Ephrata Church of the Brethren, 201 Crescent Avenue, Ephrata, followed by his funeral service with Pastor Tom Strubel officiating. Interment was held in Mt. Zion Evangelical Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Donald’s memory may be made to American Heart Association, Lancaster Division, 4250 Crums Mill Rd., Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17112.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/ Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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Terre Hill Area Senior Connections

a.m., Coffee/Conversation; 9:30 a.m., Games/Puzzles. Monday, March 23: 9:00 a.m., Coffee/Conversation; 9:30 a.m., Games/Puzzles; Bring your favorite dip to share.

The Terre Hill Area Senior Connections, held at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 105 West Main Street, Terre Hill, is open Monday and Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. There is no cost to attend. This group is open to independent adults 60+ in the North East area. For more information, call 717-488-3735 or email thascpa@gmail.com.

Daily Activities Include: Thursday, March 19: 9:00

Helen M. Strohl

Helen M. Strohl, 100, of Denver, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Garden Spot Communities of Akron (Maple Farm).

She was born in Sinking Spring, daughter of the late Alfred and Mabel (Blatt) Heckman and was the wife of the late John H. Strohl who passed away in 2006. They shared 51 years of marriage.

Helen enjoyed cooking, walking, and her “granddogs.”

Helen is survived by daughter, Bonnie Redcay, and son, John Strohl, husband of Yanfang.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by several siblings.

Services are private at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., Denver. Online condolences can be given at roseborostradling. com.

Kaylene M. Burkholder

Kaylene M. Burkholder, age 2 years, 2 months and 27 days,of Ephrata, entered into rest on March 10, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of Lester and Lois Ann Burkholder. She attended Martindale Mennonite ChurchGroffdale Conference with her family.

In addition to her parents, Kaylene is survived by her siblings, Joanna and Brendan at home, her grandparents, Ammon and Alta Martin, of New Holland and Ivan and Lizzie Burkholder, of Ephrata. She is also survived by many uncles, aunts and cousins.

Kaylene was preceded in death by two cousins, Allen

Zimmerman and Mervin Zimmerman.

A Funeral Service was held on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Martindale Mennonite Church, 905 Martindale Road, Ephrata, PA, with Bishop Leon Zimmerman officiating. Viewings were held on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the late home, 297 Hurst Road, Ephrata. Kindly omit flowers.

Arrangements have been entrusted to C. Stanley Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.

Kevin J. Shirk

Kevin J. Shirk, 51, of Denver, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Lancaster General HospitalPenn Medicine.

He was born in Ephrata, the son of Ed B. and Ruth W. (Martin) Shirk and was the husband of Amy B. (Stricker) Shirk, with whom he shared 21 years of marriage.

Kevin enjoyed grilling and smoking meats, camping, NASCAR and Dale Earnhardt, Sr., John Deere antique tractors, family trips to Knoebels, vacationing in Wildwood New Jersey, as well as attending auctions.

He worked as a truck driver for most of his life, most recently for Goods Disposal.

In addition to his parents and wife, Kevin is survived by son, Nate E. Shirk, and sister, Lisa M. Richardson, wife of Randy.

A viewing was held on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the Ephrata United Zion Church, 408 East Fulton Street. Funeral services followed with Pastors Bruce Ginter, Mel Horst, and Jay Showalter officiating. Inter-

Arlene H. Weber, 95, Ephrata, passed away on Friday, February 13.

Karene Swartz Zimmerman, 81, wife of Mark B. Zimmerman, Landis Homes, Lititz, passed away on Sunday, February 22.

Beverly A. Benning, 90, Ephrata, passed away on Saturday, February 28.

She was the wife of the late Walter F. Benning. She is survived by a son, Jeffrey Benning; two daughters: Joy Page, and Sandi Anderson, wife of Dale Anderson; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Georgean Y. Bixler, 93, wife of Galen S. Bixler, Ephrata Manor, Ephrata, passed away on Sunday, March 1.

ment will take place in the

ment will take place in the Steinmetz Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Kevin’s memory may be made to Wellspan Ephrata Cancer Center, 460 N. Reading Road, Ephrata, PA 17522.

Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., Denver. Online condolences can be given at roseboro stradling.com

Besides her husband, she is survived by two daughters: Monica Zimmerman, Philadelphia, and Ashley Zimmerman, wife of James Casey, Philadelphia; three brothers: Ernest M., husband of Mary Swartz; Stanley, husband of Ann Swartz; and Richard Swartz; and three sisters: Jane Keener, wife of John Van Osdol; Helen, wife of Larry Mast; and Sharon Swartz Maust.

Arvid Martin Scherpf, 89, husband of Donna Rae Scherpf (Russell), Lititz, passed away on Tuesday, February 24.

Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons: David Jeffery Oluf Scherpf Sr., husband of Catherine, and Michael Raymond Scherpf, husband of Stephanie; a daughter, Kim Jordan; nine grandchildren; eight greatgrandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

Besides her husband, she is survived by a son, Craig Y., husband of Gina Hackman Bixler; and two grandchildren.

Joyce K. Eberly, 88, Ephrata, passed away on Sunday, March 1.

She was the wife of the late J. Harold Eberly.

She is survived by two sons: Randy, husband of Deana Eberly, and Douglas, husband of Mishon Eberly; two daughters: Barb Groff, wife of Troy Bender, and Sandra, wife of Brian Fasnacht; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a grandchild.

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Linda Ann (Goodwin) Bowes, 78, Leola, passed away on Monday, March 2.

She is survived by two daughters: Susan Moyer, wife of Matthew, and Patricia Bower Perez, wife of Michael; one grandchild;

two brothers: James Goodwin, husband of Mary Ellen, and William Goodwin, husband of Rosemary; and a sister, Susan Donahue, wife of Wayne.

She was preceded in death by her companion, Edwin White Sr.

Arthur A. Lavoie, 70, husband of Joni L. Flowers Lavoie, Lititz, passed away on Monday, March 2.

Besides his wife, he is sur-

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vived by two sons: Timothy Lavoie, Lititz, and Nathan Lavoie, partner of Erin Troupe, Christiana; seven grandchildren; six brothers: Pete, Norman, Henri, Al, George and Joe; and five sisters: Gloria, Beth, Marie, Jeanne and Dianne.

He was preceded in death by a son, Jeremy Lavoie.

Wilfred G. Martin, 64, husband of Joanne G. (Weaver) Martin, Ephrata, passed away on Tuesday, March 3.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his stepmother, Mary Jane (Zimmerman) Martin, Myerstown; three sons: Eric, husband of Jamie (Martin) Martin, Ephrata; Kent, husband of Rachel (Lehman) Martin, Manheim; and Wendel, husband of Chelsey (Browell) Martin, East Earl; a daughter, Kimberly, wife of Joel Weaver, Stevens; nine grandchildren; three brothers:

Clifford, husband of Marian Jane Martin, Ephrata; Jay, husband of Lucy Martin, Ripley, New York; and H. Gerald, husband of Lois Ann Martin, Denver; and two sisters: Cynthia, wife of Dave Weber, Robesonia, and Shirley, wife of David Miller, Newberg, Oregon.

Doris Dianne Dise Plowfield, 83, wife of George Richard Plowfield, Reinholds, formerly of Lititz, passed away on Tuesday, March 3.

Besides her husband, she is survived by three daughters: Deborah Burkholder, wife of Kurt, Denver; Lisa Plowfield, wife of John, York; and Sara Jane “Sally” Musser, wife of John, Newmanstown; six grand-children; ten great-grand-children; and three sisters: Julia Wirono, Ocala, Florida; Clara Plowfield, Cincinnati, Ohio; and Linda Mathena, Exton.

David E. Sloat, 81, husband of June (Davis) Sloat, Lititz, passed away on Tuesday, March 3.

Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, Steven, husband of Sue (Myer) Sloat, Denver; two daughters: Christine, wife of Benjamin Hayes, Mifflinburg, and Denise, wife of Kevin Shupp, Beavertown; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Kathleen Ebling.

Judith Ann Fisher, 67, wife of Alan J. Fisher, East Earl, passed away on Thursday, March 5.

Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons: Brett A., husband of Hannah Fisher, Manheim, and Joel M. Fisher, East Earl; one grandchild; and a sister, Barbara Eannone, Ephrata.

Ralph W. Steele, 89, husband of Joyce A. Stoltzfus Steele, Garden Spot Village,

New Holland, passed away on Thursday, March 5.

Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, Anthony Steele, companion of Jill Root; a daughter, Rita, wife of Michael LaFrance, Cochranville; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and a sister, Betty Wilson, Quarryville.

Rona M. Wolfe, 84, Ephrata, passed away on Thursday, March 5. She was the wife of the late Rev. Barry Wolfe. She is survived by a son, Jonathan, husband of Beth Wolfe; a daughter, Christina, wife of Larry Hagen; and six grandchildren.

John Bickford Eshleman, 67, husband of Allison Lea (Rogers) Eshleman, Denver, passed away on Friday, March 6.

Besides his wife, he is survived by two stepsons: Brandon Fake, husband of Jessie, and Christian Fake; a stepdaughter, Madilyn Yuengel, wife of Dane; six grandchildren; and three brothers: Steve, Robert and Richard Eshleman.

William W. “Bill” Kopetz, 82, husband of Mary Ellen (Dolina) Kopetz, Moravian Manor, Lititz, passed away on Friday, March 6.

Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, Chase

Kopetz, husband of Kimberly, Portland, Oregon; two daughters: Amy Kopetz, Lancaster, and Raegan Kopetz Peters, wife of Eli, Wyomissing; seven grandchildren; and a brother, Jeffrey Kopetz.

Jean M. Wright Rutter, 91, Lititz, passed away on Friday, March 6.

She was the wife of the late Donald P. Rutter.

She is survived by two sons: Scott D., husband of Esther Rutter, Surfside Beach, South Carolina, and Steven M., husband of Elaine Rutter, Elizabethtown; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; and two brothers: Edgar M., husband of Phyllis Wright, Lititz, and Ronald S., hus-

band of Susan Wright, Cranford, New Jersey.

Leanne Y. Sensenig, 52, wife of Troy A. Sensenig, Narvon, passed away on Friday, March 6.

Besides her husband, she is survived by her father, Larry S. Martin, Ephrata; a son, Logan Paul, husband of Grace Sensenig, Talmage; two daughters: Tirzah Marie, wife of Daniel Jason Zook, Churchtown, and Delia Joy Sensenig, wife of Cameron Tyler Parris, Drexel Hill; three grandchildren; a brother, Steve, husband of Dawn Martin, Ephrata; and a sister, Michele Heckathorn, Mohnton.

Brock Elliott Haller, 32, Lititz, passed away on Saturday, March 7.

He is survived by his

parents, Kevin R. and Yvonne F. (Martin) Haller; three children: Lake Braxton, Laci Kate and Rori Noel; a brother, Bronson, husband of Julia (Sensenig) Haller; a sister, Bridget, wife of Jesse Eshelman; and grandparents: E. Irene Haller, and Leroy and Beulah Martin.

Donald S. “Scott” Teeples, 71, husband of Karen (Fritz) Teeples, Ephrata, passed away on Monday, March 9.

Lititz Public Library Events

For more information on any of the following programs happening at the Lititz Public Library, 651 Kissel Hill Road, Lititz, please call 717-626-2255 or visit their website at lititzlibrary.org. All programs are subject to change. Check the library’s website for updates.

to give to children who are seriously ill, traumatized or otherwise in need of new handmade blankets. Project Linus welcomes blankets in all styles, including quilts, tied comforters, fleece blankets, crocheted and knitted afghans. No registration needed. For more information contact dguscott@lititz-

library.org or call 717-6262255.

• Jane Austen SocietyTuesday, March 17 at 6:30 p.m. Come discuss all things Jane Austen while enjoying tea and treats. No registration needed.

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Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons: Timothy, husband of Hilary Teeples, and Jesse, husband of Kayla Teeples; three grandchildren; a brother, G. Ronald Teeples; and a sister, Julie, wife of John Nicholson.

• Project Linus Blanketeers - Tuesday, March 17 at 2:00 p.m. The Blanketeers meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. They get together to socialize and create blankets of various kinds for Project Linus. Project Linus is a volunteer non-profit organization that created handmade blankets

Meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Bring your own painting supplies. Get together with others to paint and socialize. No registration required.

• Red Rose Quilters Guild of Lancaster Embroidery Mini Group - Wednesday, March 25 at 1:30 p.m. This club works to promote, educate, and encourage the love of machine embroidery incorporating it into their love for quilting. Meeting on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Come share your

knowledge, show and tell project, and answer any problems or questions about machine embroidering. No registration needed.

• Sewcial Sewing ClubWednesday, March 25 at 6:00 p.m. This sewing club is for people who sew and like to share the craft. This is not a class or instruction, just a friendly gathering to sew and work on projects. Must bring all your own supplies, including portable sewing machine, and extension cord. No registration required.

• Exploring Growing Together - Thursday, March 26

at 11:30 a.m. A forum discussion learning series offers a safe learning environment in which to discuss and explore topics and beliefs. No registration needed.

• BYOB Book Club –Closed to new membersThursday, March 26 at 2:00 p.m. A non-traditional book club. Bring whatever you are currently reading and share it with the group. This is a great way to find new books. For more information contact Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary. org.

Online registration began on Thursday, March 12.

• Accessible Yoga with Black Cat Yoga - Friday, March 27 at 10:00 a.m. A gentle and fully accessible practice of poses and flows, centering the connection of mind and body. All abilities welcome. Online registration 2 weeks prior to each class.

• Lititz Art AssociationTuesday, March 31 at 6:00 p.m. No registration needed. Children/Families Register online two weeks prior to the event.

• Winter StoryWalk ® - The Lititz Public Library’s Winter StoryWalk® title is “So Much Snow” by Kristen Schroeder. Oh no! A winter storm is here. As snow falls for seven days, forest animals from a tiny mouse to a giant moose each wonder: “How high will it go?”

• Concert: Fire in the GlenThursday, March 26 at 6:30 p.m. Focusing on the beautiful sounds of Irish, Scottish and Maritime music as well as their own brand of “Celtic eclectic,” this performance of fiddle tunes and soulful ballads will prove to be a special celebration of music.

• Knitting Club - Tuesday, March 31 at 6:00 p.m. Knitting Club meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, from 10:00 a.m. until noon and the second and last Tuesday of each month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Knitting Club is for people who knit and like to share the craft. This is not a class or instruction, just a friendly gathering to knit and work on projects. Must bring all your own supplies. Crocheters also welcome. No registration required.

• Paws to Read - Saturday, March 28 at 10:00 a.m. Children can practice their reading-aloud skills by reading their favorite stories to therapy-trained dogs. Teens and Adults are also welcome to read to the dogs for stress relief. Register online two weeks prior to the program.

• LEGO® Club - Saturday, March 21 at 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The LEGO® monthly program will tackle a variety of themes. Capping off each lesson will be a healthy amount of free-build time. The program would be open to 12 children each month between the ages of 6-10 years old. March’s theme is: Miniature Worldstiny cities and mini castle.

• Origami Exploration (STEM Series) - Tuesday, March 24 at 6:00 p.m. This program is offered through the Center for Creative Exploration | Pennsylvania Col-lege of Art & Design. Young artist workshops are built to engage your creative student in making and skill building. Origami exploration is geared for children age 10 and up. Space is limited to 15 students.

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Adamstown Library Events

Adamstown Area Library is located at 110 West Main Street in Adamstown, next to the post office. Regular library hours have changed for 2026 to better serve the community! The new hours are Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Learn more about free events at the library and register at AdamstownAreaLibrary.org or 717-484-4200.

• Friends Book SaleTuesdays, March 17, 24 and 31, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Whatever your favorite genre, you’ll find something to love at the Friends Book Sale! $2 hardbacks, $1 trade paperbacks, 50¢ paperbacks, plus kids’ books, puzzles, DVDs and audiobooks. Book Sale hours are every Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Library Community Room.

• “Raccoon” Discovery Drop-In – Tuesday, March 17 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Each month they will use their senses to explore a different Pennsylvania Game Commission Kit of pelts, wings, skulls, claws, books, activities, and all kinds of other manipulatives. For all ages.

• Almost Perfect Crimes –Tuesday, March 17 at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. Join Miss Jess as they discover “Whodunit!” Upon registration, you will receive the Zoom link and the Mini Murder Mystery Story. Additional clues and evidence will be revealed during their meeting as they try to solve the crime

together. For teens and adults due to some graphic content.

• “Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime – Every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Wednesdays, March 18, 25. Guest Reader from WIC on March 25.

• “Twinkling Stars” Baby Storytime – Every Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Simple stories, rhymes, puppets, songs, and fingerplays. For babies with adults. Thursdays, March 19, 26.

• “The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time –Every Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by an easy craft and free play. For toddlers with adults. Thursdays, March 19, 26.

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Inside Grassland Lifetime Learning & Leadership

Through FFA,

AQ QOne thing I’ve learned through FFA that I will carry with me after graduation is the importance of good communication. That way everything runs well and everyone knows what they should be doing, and it helps to decrease miscommunication and confusion.

— Liz Sauder, 10th grade

Agricultural Education at the high school level, to a large extent, impacted my career plans of becoming a veterinarian. Through my SAE project, I was able to expand my duties on a horse farm. Most importantly, understand how much I enjoyed the clinical side of my job. I was able to take classes that made me more knowledgeable and competent. Now in college, I am able to expand on those classes to prepare myself for future internships and jobs.

— Jazlyn Hoadley, alumni

Grassland FFA Cultivates Success

Grassland FFA has had a busy school year so far.

In the beginning of October, members participated in the New Holland Fair. They helped set up pens for the livestock shows and competed in different competitions like tractor driving. Several students also served on the junior fair board.

Later that month, the group held Ag Awareness Day, an event where they invite students from the district elementary schools to participate in activities such as learning about animals, going on a nature walk and taking a tractor ride.

In addition to teaching the younger generation about agriculture, Grassland FFA also takes part in activities throughout the year with residents at Garden Spot Village, connecting with older generations as well. One trip involved making flower arrangements and another was to make pumpkin bread.

On their most recent visit they painted vases with the residents to be used for

flowers at an event for those who have lost a loved one.

November brought the Eastern Regional Fall Career Development Events (CDEs), where members competed in regional events including topics like Dairy Evaluation, Horse Evaluation and Aquatics Forest and Wildlife.

Around the holidays, members went to district elementary schools and read “How to Catch a Reindeer” to the first and second graders, and helped them make reindeer ornaments.

During the Pennsylvania Farm Show in January, Grassland FFA visited the farm show complex for the annual Mid-Winter Convention. Chapters from across the state come together to receive their Keystone Degrees and also get their signature blue jackets. Carson Martin, Andrew Weaver, Wynne Kelly and Brianna Libell earned their Keystone Degrees. Jacket recipients included McKenzie Diem, Madi Krick, Ashlyn Martin, Harper Burns, Kiley Reiff and Carolyn DeStefano.

Grassland FFA: Leadership

What is FFA?

The letters “FFA” stand for Future Farmers of America. These letters are part of the organization’s history; however, in 1988 the group’s name was updated to the National FFA Organization to reflect the growing diversity in the agriculture industry.

Today, FFA is an intracurricular leadership organization for students interested in pursuing careers in agriculture. Members are not only future farmers, but also future chemists, veterinarians, government officials, entrepreneurs, bankers, international business leaders, teachers and premier professionals in many career fields.

is one hands-on experience through FFA that helped prepare for the real world?

THE FFA VISION

Growing the next generation of leaders who will change the world.

THE AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION MISSION

Agricultural education prepares students for successful careers and a lifetime of informed choices in global agriculture, food, fiber and natural resources systems.

One hands-on FFA experience that really prepared me for the real world is (SAE), like raising and caring for livestock. Through an SAE, I learned responsibility by managing daily care, keeping records, and making sure the animal is well taken care of. It also teaches me budgeting and money management since you can track expenses, profits, and losses. You can build problem solving skills when your animals get sick or plans don’t go as expected. Overall, having a SAE feels a lot like a real job and helps me learn accountability, time management, and work ethic. All these skills I will use long after FFA.

— Morgan Weaver,

10th grade

Reflecting on my experiences in FFA, I’m incredibly grateful for the countless skills that have translated into my professional and personal life. Most notably, my time as a chapter officer planning and facilitating the annual spring banquet has frequently served me as an alumni. From public speaking to event planning and networking, having such a big role in an important event provided a space for my growth and development as a leader. This opportunity also taught me the value of celebrating and thanking people within the community.

— Abby O’Neill, alumni

What advice would you give a student thinking about joining FFA?

AIf you join FFA you should be prepared to participate and help your fellow students. You should also do the jacket scholarships and go to above-chapter activities so you may get your higher degrees. If you plan to partake in a competition for years to come you should always keep your papers.

— Madi Krick,

9th grade

About Grassland FFA

HISTORY: The Garden Spot High School FFA Chapter was founded in 1959 by teacher Bob Herr. A “Garden Spot FFA” already existed in the county at a different school district, so the name “Grassland FFA” was chosen to honor the group’s connection to New Holland Machine and its Hay Tools Division.

MEMBERS: The current chapter has 150 active members from ELANCO School District. Enrollment in any agricultural classes at Garden Spot High School provides membership to FFA.

ADVISORS: Mrs. Meagan Beam & Ms. Killiann George

ACTIVITIES:

• Participate in hands-on activities in agricultural classes, including raising rabbits at the school and growing plants at the school greenhouse

• Share agricultural knowledge with youth through district and community events

• Participate in the New Holland Fair

• Participate in various fundraising and community service projects throughout the school year

• Compete in county, regional and state Career and Leadership Development Events

Es Pennsilfaanisch Deitsch Eck

By:

C. Richard Beam

Fer die Friehyaahrs-Sunn, gewiss.

(Originally published in the February 1, 1989 issue of The Shopping News)

DER GRUNDSAU IHRE GEDANKE

By Gladys S. Martin

Ach mei, ich bin noch schlaeferich,

Awwer ich muss aus em Bett.

As ich viel liewer schlofe daed, Des glaawe die Mensche net.

Es is der zwett vun Hanning, So muss ich heit nausgeh Fer Wedderberichde gewwe. Watt’s glei waarm odder gebt’s noch Schnee?

Ich meen die Mensche sedde wisse, As es middes Winder is.

Awwer Leit sin all so eiferich

En gscheider Mensch sett wisse aa, Unne all die Grundsei wecke, Der Hanning is an kaldi Zeit Mit Schnee fer alles zudecke.

Doch zehle die Mensche uff mich, Sie gucke alli Yaahr, As ich doh aus meim Loch kumm, Un saag ne all, so waahr.

Yuscht wie die Widdering sei zehlt, Is der Winder schier vorbei?

Odder watt’s noch kalt un schtarmich? Des kann ich saage glei!

Do naus zu geh middes Winder Verleed mich wunnerbaar.

Awwer ich denk des is mei Gflicht, Viel Leit gucke davor.

So, schtehn ich uff un graddel naus Un guck e bissli rum.

Awwer ich tschump graad zerick in mei Bett Hot’s Rege odder Sunn.

But folks are all so eager For the springtime sun, it’s true.

A sane person should know, too, Without waking up all the groundhogs, That February is a cold time With snow covering everything.

Still, humans count on me, Each year they observe That I come out of my hole

And inform them all, so truly.

Just how will the weather be, Is winter nearly over?

Or will it still turn cold and stormy?

This I can soon determine.

To emerge in the middle of winter Saddens me greatly.

But I guess it’s my duty, Because people expect it of me.

So, I’ll arise and crawl out And look about a bit.

But I’ll right back into my bed, Whether it’s raining or the sun is shining.

Weil ich bin so en schmaerder Kall, Es muss niemand schunscht mir saage, Der Hanning is net Friehyaahrs-Zeit Un des kannscht du mir glaawe! ***

THOUGHTS OF A GROUNDHOG

Oh my, I am still sleepy But I must get out of my bed. That I would much rather sleep, Humans cannot believe.

It is the second of February, So I must go out today

To give weather reports. Will the weather soon turn warm or will there be snow?

I think humans should know That this is the middle of winter.

Because I’m such a smart chap, No one else has to tell me

That February is not springtime, And you can believe me, this is true! ***

Since Groundhog Day is just about upon us, we thought it might be well to help you prepare yourself for this special occasion. This year, we have the very good fortune of having a special new Grundsau poem from the pen of Gladys S. Martin of Effredaa. Gladys has the marvelous facility of entering the groundhog’s mind and giving us his perspective of those annual events centering on the second of February. Once we have read this poem, should we not lift our hats and greet every Grundsau which passes our way this week? The poor fellow deserves our sympathy. - How many of you remember “Lichmess, Schpinne vergess?” (Lichtmess = February 2)

February 1, 1989

Yuscht en Bischli-Gnippli, as schier gaar net waarde kann fer die Friehyaahrs-Zeit

EHS Spring Musical

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costume crew is composed of Ace Boyer, Ash Addison, Cailey Itwaru, Jordyn Siegle, Bailey Sweigart and Maddie Zimmerman. Serving on the tech crew are Charlotte Good, Olivia Hagy, Liz Jenner, Maddix McFarland and Erika Powell.

Ephrata High School Theatre is also fortunate to work with many talented individuals who provide leadership in various areas of theater production. In addition to direction by Reji Woods, Jacob Urrego serves as Assistant Director. Other members of the production team include Vocal Direction by Elizabeth Rickard, Choreography by Carter Rutkowski (with additional choreography by Kimber Hampton), Pit Direction by Sonia Straley, Costume De-sign by Brody Eisenhour, Hair and Make-up Design by Michelle Heffner, Properties Design by Leslie Maston, Art Design by Whitney Yeo, Lighting Design by Thomas Hudson and David Tyson, Set Design by Mike Rhoades, Technical Direction by Jeremy Bischoff, Box Office Management by Meghan Hooper, Stage Management by Michael Klitsch, Production Management by Audra Woods and Production Assistants Emma Grande and Elizabeth Bonagura. With its dazzling music, imaginative storytelling, and talented student performers, Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” is sure to make a splash this spring. Don’t miss the chance to experience this magical evening at the theater and support the arts at Ephrata High School.

THINGS TO DO... AND PLACES TO GO

Attic Treasures Sale, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Rain or shine. For more info., call 717-626-1171 ext. 1697.

TUES., MARCH 17 - Bri ckerville United Lutheran Church, 340 E. 28th Division Highway, Brickerville, will hold a Leprechaun Free Lunch and Bingo at 12:00 noon. All welcome.

THURS., MARCH 19The REAL Life REAL Hope Spring Banquet will be held at Shady Maple Banquet Facilities, 129 Toddy Dr., East Earl, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. There is a cost to register. For more info. or to register, call 717-336-7797.

THURS., MARCH 19Ephrata Community Meals will be held at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 167 E. Main Street, Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal served at 6:00 p.m. For more info., call Tina at 484-7980155.

SAT., MARCH 21 - Pennsylvania Canine Search and Rescue will host its 2nd Annual Bingo Fundraiser at Garden Spot Fire Rescue Station 1, 339 E. Main St., New Holland. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. Bingo starts at 1:00 p.m. There is a cost. For more info. or tickets, call Sharon Wise at 717-7995934.

SAT., MARCH 21Luther Acres, 515 Kissel Hill Rd., Lititz, will host an

THE BULLETIN BOARD Drive-Thru Meal

SAT., MARCH 21 - The Ephrata Fire Company, 135 S. State St., Ephrata, will hold a Chicken BBQ, from 9:30 a.m. until sold out. There is a cost. Drive thru and walk up only. Chicken can also be picked up at A.B. Martin from 9:00 a.m. until sold out.

SAT., MARCH 21 - The Durlach-Mt. Airy Fire Company, 880 Durlach Rd., Stevens, will hold a Chicken BBQ Dinner, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (or sold out). There is a cost. Drive thru only.

SAT., MARCH 21 - A Free Community Lunch will be held at City Gate, 100 E. Main St., Ephrata, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or while supplies last.

SAT., MARCH 21 - The Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 N. King St., Denver, will hold a Breakfast, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. There is a cost. For more info., call 717-336-6767.

MON., MARCH 23Jerusalem Lutheran Church, 36 Church St., Rothsville, will hold a Jerusalem Community Meal, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Dine-in only. For more info., call 717626-8972.

WED., MARCH 25Speedwell Heights BIC Church, 413 Brubaker Val-

ley Rd., Lititz, will host GriefShare at 6:00 p.m. There is a registration cost. For more info. or to register, call 717-626-4488.

THURS., MARCH 26

THRU SAT., MARCH 28 -

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 80 E. Main St., Adamstown, will hold their 76th semiannual Free Community Outgrown Exchange. Thurs-

day from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. For more info., call 717484-4885.

THURS., MARCH 26Ephrata Community Meals will be held at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 167 E. Main Street, Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal served at 6:00 p.m. For more info., call Tina at 484-7980155.

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Drive through the parking lot of Hinkletown Mennonite Church to pick up a roast beef platter from SEI Catering.

Platters available by donation of any amount to YWAM St. Marc Haiti. Kindly register before March 30 by providing your name, telephone number, email address and number of meals you want to reserve.

Saturday, April 11 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Hinkletown Mennonite Church 2031 Division Hwy., east of Ephrata

717-738-3303 stmarcfundraisers@gmail.com

THE BULLETIN BOARD

FRI., MARCH 27 - The East Cocalico Lions will hold a Fish and Shrimp Fry with fries or baked potato and coleslaw, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Reamstown Park (drive thru). There is a cost.

SAT., MARCH 28 - The Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue, 60 Vera Cruz Rd., Reinholds, will hold a canine Easter Egg Hunt. Gates open at 11:00 a.m. Hunt begins at 11:30 a.m. There is a suggested donation cost. The Easter Bunny will be available for selfies. For more info. or to RSVP, email inza@dvgrr. org. Reservations are requested, but not required.

SAT., MARCH 28 - Dove Westgate Church, 1755 W. Main St., Ephrata, will hold an Easter Egg Hunt, from

11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. There will be free activities, food, bounce house and more. For kids sixth grade and under. Egg hunts start at 1:00 p.m. Bring your own baskets. Rain or shine. For more info., call 717-721-3775.

SAT., MARCH 28Ephrata Pioneer Fire Company, 135 S. State St., Ephrata, will hold an All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast, from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. There is a cost.

SAT., MARCH 28 - Peace U.C.C., 37 E. Swartzville Rd., Route 897, Denver, will hold a Big John Nolt’s BBQ Chicken Dinner, from 10:00 a.m. until sold out. Drive thru only. There is a cost.

SAT., MARCH 28 - Hope United Methodist Church, 3474 Rothsville Rd., Ephrata, is hosting its annual Easter Egg Hunt, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., for ages 2 to 10. The Easter Bunny will make a special appearance and children will receive a goody bag. Enter at the rear of the church.

SAT., MARCH 28 - A Free Community Lunch will be held at City Gate, 100 E.

Main St., Ephrata, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or while supplies last.

SAT., MARCH 28 - Big John Nolt’s Chicken BBQ Dinner will be held at Peace U.C.C., 37 E. Swartzville Rd., Denver, from 10:00 a.m. until sold out (drive thru). There is a cost.

SAT., MARCH 28 - GiGi’s Playhouse will host a Glitz & Glam Gala fundraiser at the Wyndham Lancaster Resorts and Convention Center Expo Center, 2300 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more info. or tickets, email lancaster@gigisplayhouse. org.

SUN., MARCH 29 - The New Holland Band will hold their Spring Concert in the Good Shepherd Chapel at Lancaster Bible College, 901 Eden Rd., Lancaster, at 3:00 p.m. There is a cost. For more info., call 717-355-5096.

SUN., MARCH 29 - Bergstrasse Lutheran Church, 9 Hahnstown Rd., Ephrata, will hold their annual Easter Egg Hunt, at 111:45 a.m. The event is free and open to the public. Rain or shine. All are welcome.

THURS., APRIL 2Ephrata Community Meals will be held at Bethany U.C.C., 140 E. Main St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30

p.m. Meal served at 6:00 p.m. For more info., call Tina at 484-798-0155.

FRI., APRIL 3 - The Ephrata Legion Auxiliary is hosting their 5th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Ephrata Legion at 5:30 p.m. Ages 0 to 12 are welcome to attend.

SAT., APRIL 4 - The Bareville Fire Company, 211 E. Main St., Leola, will hold an All You Can Eat Breakfast, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Chicken corn soup will also be sold by the quart. There is a cost.

SAT., APRIL 4 - The West Earl Lions Club will hold its Annual Easter Egg Hunt at 1:00 p.m. at the West Earl Lions Community Park, Route 772 between Brownstown and Talmage. For infants through 12 years old. Prizes will be awarded. Rain or shine.

Following the Leader

By J. Jefferson

You probably remember playing a game as a child, called “Follow the Leader,” where one child became the leader and whatever he did, it had to be exactly duplicated by all the other children who were following the leader. If he jumped, they jumped. If he turned in a circle, they turned in a circle. If he walked backwards, they walked backwards. If he did all three in an immediate sequence, they did all three.

We can make an application of this game to the lives of the early Christians. Paul came to Thessalonica as part of the “Macedonian Call” and went first to Philippi and then to Thessa-

lonica. He was only there three weeks before tremendous persecution forced him to leave, but he came back there often for several years. In his first letter to that church, Paul spoke of what had happened as the church began. “And you became followers of us and of the Lord, having received the word in much affliction, with joy of the Holy Spirit” (1 Thess. 1:6).

For the first time, these people in Macedonia met a follower of Jesus. Paul taught them, and they saw the way he lived and what he taught. They followed him. They had worshiped images made by the hands of men, which were embellished with gold and precious stones. Paul taught them about the One who created those very stones, and they “…turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God” (1 Thess. 1:9). The things they had seen and heard from the Paul, caused them to follow him. Look at verse 6 again. They followed Paul, and were eager to be taught more. They not only became followers of Paul, but also “of the Lord.” The

apostle diverted their focus from him and focused it on the Lord, the One who really matters.

The Greek word for “follower” (mimos) became mimic, a word we commonly use today. They saw the folly of idolatry and began to “mimic” Paul and Jesus. Paul was not seeking to become an iconic apostolic hero. He taught them what he taught those in Corinth. “Imitate (mimos) me just as I also imitate Christ” (1 Cor. 11:1). He is the One to follow!

Paul described the lives of these new Christians in this way. “For you, brethren,

became imitators of the churches of God which are in Judea in Christ Jesus” (1 Thess. 2:14). Josh Blackmer taught this verse to the people of Easter Island on a missionary trip. He said, “We have come to this island to ask the people to become followers of ‘churches of God which are in’ the Bible. The Bible describes that church, and Jesus wants us to read about it and be followers of the Lord as seen in that church.”

Read about the Lord. Then become one who mimics the One who really matters!

Sermon Series At First

Church

First Church Ephrata’s series on the The Book of Acts is continuing. If you are watching their services on TV, are using their website streaming or are coming to their services, they hope you will get a better understanding of what is being said in The Book of Acts. So, even if you’ve heard preaching on this book before, come, listen and learn more.

The Book of Acts is the fifth book of the New Testament and is a historical account of the early Christian church, beginning with Jesus’ ascension and the subsequent spread of the gospel by his apostles. It is essentially a sequel to the Gospel of Luke, continuing the story of Jesus’ ministry through his followers. They would love to have you continue with them on the series in April.

First Church Ephrata is located at 68 North Church Street, Ephrata, and has a Traditional service at 8:30 a.m. and a Contemporary

service at 10:30 a.m. They now have both services ‘live streamed’ for those of you are wanting a morning service at home on their website at https://ephratafirst.org/, on YouTube at https://www. youtube.com/@ ephratafirstchurch9278 (click on LIVE) and on Facebook at facebook.com/ FirstChurchEphrata (click on MORE, LIVE). They also have TV coverage of their 8:30 a.m. service on Blue Ridge Cable Channel 11 at 12:00 (Sunday noon). If you miss a sermon, they are archived and can be easily found on any of the above sites except cable. Any questions, please call their church office at 717-738-2465.

Scripture Passages For Each Sunday:

• Sunday, April 5 - Easter Sunday, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

• Sunday, April 12 - Acts 8:26-40, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

• Sunday, April 19 - Acts 9:1-19, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

• Sunday, April 26 - Acts 9:20-31, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Student Spotlight

Hinkletown Mennonite

Benji Rissler 8th Grade

The lights are blazing onto the stage as Benji walks on.

Rissler

Benji Rissler is an 8th grader at Hinkletown Mennonite School who loves to be involved in the Middle School play and many other activities. He attends Bowmansville Mennonite Church with his parents, Robert and Deborah Rissler, and his two older brothers. Benji is very friendly and loves to make new friends, which is one of the many reasons he loves acting. He says he likes how he gets to know the cast better each day. However, acting is not the only way Benji is involved in his community inside and outside of school.

Along with acting, Benji enjoys being on the Hinkletown Hawks volleyball team where he plays outside hitter. Benji enjoys being involved in the team and playing for many reasons, especially because he is involved in the school community. “I like volleyball because you have to work together as a team,” he says. Benji has been on the team for one season and plans on playing again in the upcoming season.

In addition to volleyball, Benji is a part of Trail Life USA, a faith-based outdoor activity organization. He has been a part of it for over five years. Benji loves growing his friendships during the Trail Life activities, and he says his favorite part is blacksmithing at mancamp because he gets to use his creativity to design and make things. Although Benji is not a part of Trail Life anymore, he continues to carry out the things he learned in his everyday life.

Written by: Dayton Kanagy

Jakob Rauch 10th Grade

Jakob Rauch is the son of Thomas and Johanna Rauch.

He is a sophomore at Ephrata Mennonite School and attends the Lancaster District of the Old Order River Brethren church with his family.

In October he enjoyed hosting a student from Germany and he is looking forward to going to Germany for two weeks to participate in the receiving end of the student exchange program.

Although Benji does not know what career he wants to pursue in the future, he does know he wants to stay involved in his community by attending Weaverland Church’s youth group and follow the path God has for him to further His kingdom.

His favorite class is math because it is logical and makes sense. And next year he is looking forward to mini-terms, which is a week of special classes that Ephrata Mennonite does every two years that allows students to try their hand at different hobbies or activities.

Outside of school he loves cars, reading, playing video games, metal work, and playing violin. One of his dreams is to restore a classic muscle car. As well as getting a degree in automotive engineering.

He also loves to travel and has had some really cool experiences including skydiving in Germany, getting rained on in the desert, being in the room where the Civil War ended, and being underground in two different countries.

Written by: Katelyn Nolt

Someone that Jakob looks up to is Abraham Lincoln, because he persevered through hardship and always let his faith guide his decisions.

If he could change one thing in the world it would be that everyone could see everyone as created equal.

Overall Jakob is a great person with lots of cool experiences and humor.

The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley, located at 237-249 West Main Street (Route 322), Ephrata, needs your help! They are hoping that Shopping News readers can provide information regarding this photo. Shown in the photo are unidentified fifth through eighth grade students at the Schoeneck School with teacher Ralph Lutz, ca. 1935-1936. The only student identified is the second girl from the left is Thelma Grube Pannebecker.

If you are able to provide more details about this picture, call The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley at 717-733-1616 or email cjmarquet@gmail. com. Future “Do You Know…” photos will be published in upcoming Shopping News issues.

The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley is dedicated to discovering, gathering and preserving materials and data relative to

the community known as the Cocalico Valley. For more information on the Museum and the Library, please visit their website at www. cocalicovalleyhs.org or call 717-733-1616.

To see all published “Do You Know” photos, please like our Facebook page (The Shopping News of Lancaster County) and view the album titled “Do You Know?” Photos will be updated with information as it is received.

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Adamstown Library Events

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• Connect with a Social Worker at the Library –Wednesday, March 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Are you facing challenges or seeking support in your life? A licensed social worker from REAL Life Community Services is here to help! Regular hours are every other Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the library’s community room. To make an appointment, call Becca at 717-336-7797 or email her at becca@reallcs.org. REAL Life Community Services serves residents of Cocalico School District.

• Young At Heart –Wednesday, March 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. REAL Life Community Ser-vices invites you to Young at Heart, with free events for anyone age 60 and up. Join them at the library for coffee, chatting, games, crafts, and more on the 1st & 3rd Wed-nesdays

of each month. For more information, call 717-3367797 or visit REALLCS.org.

• TEEN “Spice of the Month” – Monday, March 23. Young adults that like to cook and bake can pick up a bag that includes a packet of spice, history, recipes, and

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BENTLEY, Eric and Sharon (Bomberger), Lititz, a son, at UPMC Lititz.

CHILLOT, Darren L. and Brittany, Lititz, a son, at Women & Babies Hospital.

CORNWELL, Ethan and Brittany, New Holland, a daughter, at Women & Babies Hospital.

GLICK, Abner Z. Jr. and Naomi, Narvon, a son, at UPMC Lititz.

HIELM, Samantha, and Dalsyn Jones, Lititz, a daughter, at UPMC Lititz.

HOOVER, Raymond N. and Christine J. (Martin), New Holland, a son, at home.

HURST, Elverne and Lori (Hoover), Lititz, a daughter, at home.

MARTIN, Duane and Lorene (Oberholtzer), Ephrata, a daughter, at home.

MARTIN, Jeremy and Christina (Weaver), Ephrata,

a daughter, at home.

SAUDER, Eugene Z. and Karolyn Z., Denver, a son, at UPMC Lititz.

STOLTZFUS, Daniel and Linda Sue (Beiler), New Holland, a son, at home.

TULL, David W. and Emily (White), Lititz, a son, at Women & Babies Hospital.

ZIMMERMAN, Brian and Louella (Zimmerman), East Earl, a daughter, at home.

ZIMMERMAN, Jordan and Rosene, New Holland, a son, at UPMC Lititz.

ZIMMERMAN, Marshal and Sonya, Leola, a son, at Women & Babies Hospital.

ZIMMERMAN, Randall and Jennifer (Zimmerman), Lititz, a daughter, at home.

ZOOK, Aaron S. and Sara Ann (Miller), Leola, a son, at home.

ZOOK, David and Rebecca (Stoltzfus), Narvon, a daughter, at home.

ZOOK, Enos and Linda (King), Narvon, a son, at home.

March 18

Tristina Faith Hoover, 8, daughter of Dana and Janelle Hoover, Ephrata.

Joshua H. Zimmerman, 10, son of Henry Jr. and Lorrene Zimmerman, Lititz.

March 19

Emily Hope Weaver, 8, daughter of Mark and Dorothy Weaver, Ephrata.

March 20

Konnor Dean Reiff, 6, son of Nelson and Christine Reiff, Denver.

March 21

Reese Jordyn Allgyer, 4, daughter of Dwayne and Crystal Allgyer, Elm Hurst, Illinois, granddaughter of Mike and Debra Allgyer, Reading, and great-granddaughter of Raymond and Anna Mary Wenger, Lititz.

John Ervin Nolt, 11, son of Daniel and Eileen Nolt, New Holland.

March 22

Shane Andrew Brubaker, 5, son of Nathan and Rosanne Brubaker, Narvon.

Maggie Lynn Eitnier, 11, daughter of Alan Eitnier and Laura Bell, Ephrata.

Tristan M. Horning, 3, son of Lamar and Irene Horning, East Earl.

Jemmaley Edyn Zeiset, 3, daughter of Ferlin and Lisa Zeiset, East Earl, granddaughter of Paul and Ruth Zimmerman, Ephrata, and Alvin and Alta Zeiset, East Earl.

March 24

Trevon Kyle Hoover, 5, son of Dana and Janelle Hoover, Ephrata.

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Adamstown Library Events

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cookbook recommendations.

One bag per teen family while supplies last. For teens.

• Book Club – Monday, March 23 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Join them at

Adamstown Area Library for their monthly Book Club! Share your thoughts on each month’s book and get to know other readers in your community. All are welcome, regardless of whether you’ve finished the book. The March book will be announced soon; copies of the book will be available through their online catalog or by calling or visiting a branch. Please register.

• WIC Guest Reader at Budding Bookworms –Wednesday, March 25 at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Jennifer Eby, Community Engagement Coordinator with WIC (which provides nutrition services, breastfeeding support, health care and social service referrals, and healthy foods), will be their guest reader! Ages 3-6 with an adult.

• Birds of Prey Wildlife Wednesdays – Wednesday, March 25 at 6:00 p.m. Every month, the Lancaster County Parks & Rec Dept. will teach them about a wide range of environmental topics. March is birds of prey. For all ages.

• Castañeda’s Library Fundraiser – Wednesday, March 25 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

On the last Wednesday of each month, 10% of all proceeds at

Castañeda’s Mexican Restaurant in Denver will go to the library! (Excludes alcohol.) Dine-in or take-out that day to enjoy great food while supporting the library! 323 Main Street, Denver.

• Winter Bookish Bingo –Through Tuesday, March 31. Complete a Winter Library Bingo card for a chance to win a raffle basket! One bingo = one raffle ticket, with

a blackout card receiving 13 tickets. For adults & teens. One entry per person. Write the title of the book you read or listened to in the corresponding box. Books can be any length or format. Use each title only once per card. Return your bingo card to Adamstown Area Library by Tuesday, March 31 to receive a prize and enter drawing for a prize basket.

• Children’s Read Across America Bingo – Through Tuesday, March 31. All month you can pick up a reading log at the library, complete as many boxes as you can, and return by the end of the month for a small prize. Ages 2-12.

• Grab & Grow – Now through Sunday, May 10. The Grab & Grow project encourages the community to take advantage of the natural resources available to them and promotes selfreliance while learning to be a good steward of the land. From now through Mother’s Day, they will be offering 5 packets of vegetable or flower seeds to every patron who presents their library card at the front desk. At the end of the growing season, they ask that you bring in a picture of your garden or your harvest and you will be entered in a raffle to win a gardening prize.

• Fluff the Cow Adoption – For the next two months, patrons will watch their adopted cow “Fluff” get “so big!” From her home at Kurtland Farm in Elverson, PA, they will follow her journey of growth, care, and milk production. Stop in the children’s room often to see updated pictures and information. For all ages.

• Help Them Name Their Chicks! – Monday, March 30 through Saturday, April 4. They need help naming the fluffy friends that will be in the library from Monday, April 6 to Saturday, April 18. Enter your proposal on their library’s Facebook page. Winner will be announced on Monday, April 6, just in time for their peeps to arrive. All ages.

• “Playful Pets” Play & Learn Center – All winter. Stop in at the library to enjoy their story corner Play & Learn Center. It’s a great place to hang out for some educational fun with toys, puppets, vocab, figures, blocks, and more.

• Teen Talk Board – All month. They invite teens to stop in the Young Adult Section to answer the question. (“What do you wish adults understood better about teenagers?”) For teens.

Ephrata Library Programs

The Ephrata Public Library, located at 550 South Reading Road, Ephrata, has announced their programs for March. Programs are open to the public and free of charge. Registration is required for programs and can be made by visiting the events calendar on the library’s website (www. ephratapubliclibrary.org), by calling the library at 717738-9291 or stopping into the library during normal business hours.

• Tuesdays, March 17, 24 & 31, 3:30 p.m. - Teen Gamers Club. Join them for some relaxation and video games on their Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 13-18.

• Tuesdays, March 17, 24 & 31, 12:30 p.m. – Mahjong Club. Matching tiles has never been this much fun! Learn and play American Mahjong right here at the Library. All skill levels welcome. Ages 18+.

• Tuesday, March 17, 1:00 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. - Excel: Conditional Formatting. Have you ever wondered how people create spreadsheets with cells that change color based on the number inside of it? That’s conditional formatting! They’ll be covering how to create ‘conditions’ in excel that allow conditional formatting to appear on your spreadsheets. Funded through a grant from the PA Department of Labor & Industry.

• Tuesday, March 17, 3:00 p.m. – St. Patty’s Party. Dress in your most festive wear, and don’t forget the color green! They will be reading about the history of St. Patrick’s Day and learning what “luck” really means. Things might get messy; they will be making art, tracking a “leprechaun” through the library and ending with a “charmed” snack. Ages 2-5.

• Tuesday, March 17, 4:30 p.m. - St. Patrick’s Day Party for Kids! Leaping Leprechauns! It’s time for a St. Patty’s Day celebration! Kids are invited to join them at the library for a story, games, crafts, a snack and a whole lot of fun! With a little luck, maybe they will find some gold, too! Make sure you are decked out in green!! Ages 5-9.

• Tuesday, March 17, 4:30 p.m. – Tween Arts & Craft Crew. Come make some fun arts and crafts projects. Things might get a little messy, so please dress appropriately! Ages 10-12.

• Wednesdays, March 18 & 25, 10:30 a.m. – Baby Book Club. Introduce literacy and learning to your little one with a community in the Library! They will occasionally make messy art, including sensory (Continued On Page 2B)

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“Cocalico Spring Quest” Invites

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Families To Community Scavenger Hunt

Families across the Cocalico region are invited to celebrate spring with the Cocalico Spring Quest, an interactive community scavenger hunt running Thursday, April 2 through Tuesday, May 26. To enter, families are encouraged to pick up game cards at the Adamstown Area Library during their business hours.

Shown in the photo, from left to right, are the Cocalico Cares Committee members Becca Rissler, Paula Fleming, Corinne Brumbach, Kathryn Ziegenfus, Rod

Redcay, Debra Briggs, Randi Shober and Cindy Mellinger. Missing from the photo is Liz Ackerman.

The event is organized by

Cocalico Cares, a program of REAL Life Community Services, in partnership with Adamstown Area Library,

Hundreds Attend Charter Day Celebration At Historic Ephrata Cloister

A pleasant overcast day greeted hundreds of visitors to the Ephrata Cloister, as well as a dozen other sites on the Pennsylvania trails of history for Charter Day. Charter Day celebrates the original charter for the

commonwealth of Pennsyl-

“Cocalico Spring Quest” Scavenger Hunt

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and features participation from local businesses throughout the region.

During the Spring Quest, participating businesses will display a letter or symbol in their streetfacing window or door for families to spot as they travel through the community. The activity encourages families to explore local storefronts, discover new places, and connect

with their community while engaging with the library, which serves as the hub for the event.

Families can also join an optional photo challenge by snapping selfies outside participating businesses and sharing them on social media using #CocalicoSpringQuest for a chance to win gift prizes donated by local businesses. Community members are encouraged to follow along, explore the area, and enjoy a season of discovery and family fun.

What is Cocalico Cares?

“Cocalico Cares will create a thriving community where residents can grow,

lead, and inspire.” The main purpose of Cocalico Cares is to help the community in any area they find that needs assistance. The coalition is made up of both leaders and volunteers in the Cocalico community that come together to address problems that Cocalico faces. Some of these needs involve issues like mental illness, homelessness, poverty, addiction and more.

Cocalico Cares offers resources, events, and leadership to Denver, Adamstown, Reinholds, Schoeneck, Reamstown, Stevens, and the surrounding areas.

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experiences that are always optional. After reading a few stories they will enjoy lots of peer playtime! There will also be sessions with additional presenters to provide families with further education on their child and encouragement for partnership in the community through Family Place. Ages 0-2.

items must be clean. Ideas and required supplies will be provided. Ages 18+.

• Wednesday, March 18, 4:30 p.m. - Kids Create: Shrink Art. Sometimes great art comes in small packages! Come out and create your own shrink art masterpieces! Ages 5-10.

During the month of March they will be going mad for Math! Come to the Library to learn more about number recognition, sequencing and visual representation and of quantitates. They will have fun playing, creating and learning all at once. Ages 2-5.

• Wednesday, March 18, 6:00 p.m. – Board Games for Adults. Tired of the same old Wednesday evening routine? Here’s your chance to go from bored to BOARD! Come enjoy an evening of board games with your friends at the Library. Ages 18+.

• Wednesday, March 18, 12:30 p.m. – Pinochle Party. Meld, bid, marriage, trump? You’re speaking their language! Join them every 1st and 3rd Wednesday for an afternoon of pinochle. This program runs until 3:00 p.m. Seniors.

• Wednesday, March 18, 1:00 p.m. – Daytime Crafts for Adults: Junk Journaling. This month they will be making junk journal creations. You are welcome to bring a journal as well as random things you find that spark inspiration such as paper scraps, wrappers and magazine clippings. You are not required to bring anything, but if you do, all

• Thursdays, March 19 & 26; April 2, 1:00 p.m. –Mahjong 101. Learn to play American Mahjong at the Library! This five-week class is for those brand new to the game. Learn the tiles, suits, hands and rules. This isn’t just a matching game and there is a lot to learn; attendance at all five sessions is a must. You do not need to have a set or card to join. Ages 18+.

• Thursday, March 19, 3:30 p.m. - Teen Zone. Join them for a relaxed hang out with different activities like crafts, board games and fun activities to pass the time. Each session they’ll do something different. Ages 13-18.

• Thursday, March 19, 4:00 p.m. – Tween Gamers Club. Join them for some relaxation and video games on their Nintendo Switch! They will be playing a different game each session. Ages 10-12.

• Thursday, March 19, 2:00 p.m. – Math Madness!

• Saturday, March 21, 3:30 p.m. - Indoor Sports! Come to the Library to play multiple different games inside! They will be learning basketball skills such as dribbling and how to throw a ball overhand and underhand during March Madness! The focus will be on keeping their bodies healthy and happy through maintaining movement. They will be able to go outside for a game or two on the lawn if weather allows, but they will be focusing on the fun they are able to have indoors. Ages 2-5.

• Monday, March 23, 10:00 a.m. – Preschool Story Hour. Bring your preschooler and all their questions to Story Hour with Kier! They will read 3-4 books, create an art project and involve sensory each week. Story Hour will focus on letter recognition, reading comprehension, and they’ll start each session with a Circle Time Conversation. Ages 3-5.

• Monday, March 23, 10:30 a.m. – Mahjong Masters. All experienced (playing for at least one year with no help) players are welcome to join them for fast-paced games of American Mahjong. Ages 18+.

• Monday, March 23, 4:30

last years watching Seinfeld reruns every day.

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Dennis J. Strawbridge

Dennis J. Strawbridge, 77, of Leola, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026, of natural causes at his residence.

He was born in Lebanon to the late Lester E. and Marilyn E. (Roof) Strawbridge and was the husband of Martha L. (Esch) Strawbridge, with whom he shared 46 years of marriage.

Dennis was a graduate of Hershey Milton High school. He attended Harvest Fellowship Church, Stevens, and New Covenant Church of God, Ephrata. His faith was an important part of his life, and he enjoyed spending quiet time reading his Bible. He was an arcade service technician and handled repairs for Pla-Mor Music & Amusement Company for about 25 years. He spent his later years working at Leisure Lanes in Lancaster as night manager, and after early retirement he took a part time job in the Garden Center at

p.m. - Hello, Spring! Storytime and Crafts for Kids. Come celebrate the start of spring at the Library! They will be reading a spring story, making spring themed crafts and learning about spring through fun activities! Ages 5-10.

• Tuesday, March 24, 10:30 a.m. – Toddler Time. At each Toddler Time they will discover a new topic and read 2-3 books, create an art project and/or involve sensory experiences to further explore! There will be time to learn through play, converse with Kier and help your child make their first friends! Ages 2-4.

• Tuesday, March 24, 4:30 p.m. – Nature Crafts for Tweens. There’s beauty in nature and they’ll borrow

Walmart in Ephrata. In his free time, Dennis had many hobbies, including building and displaying model cars, decorating bird houses, cheering on the Flyers, watching NASCAR racing and listening to the Beatles. But if you couldn’t find him, he would be in his “happy place” in the flower garden at home where he adopted the name “Yard Man.”

He was a natural at making people laugh and spent his

In addition to his wife, Dennis is survived by three children, Douglas E. Strawbridge, husband of Renee’ J. (Pearson) Strawbridge, Kevin L. Strawbridge, Joel Esch, husband of Joann (Hagelin) Esch; a grandson, Isaac T. Kreiser; ten step grandchildren; a brother, Lester R. Strawbridge and a sister, Cheryl A. Strawbridge-Varner.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Ronald E. Strawbridge; a brother, Thomas L. Strawbridge and a sister, Linda F. Strawbridge-McCaughey.

A visitation will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 4 to 5 PM, at Harvest Fellowship Church, 34 W. Church Street, Stevens, followed by a memorial service at 5 PM. A fellowship meal will follow. Inurnment will be private at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/ Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradling funeralhome.com.

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some to create their own beautiful creations. Using flowers, acorn and leaves, they will make some fun, natural and eco-friendly crafts! It may not be nice to mess with Mother Nature, but this time she approves. Ages 10-12.

KPET registered dogs and their handlers will be in the Library ready to listen as children read to them. Kids may choose their favorite book to read from the Library or bring their own. Each child will be given approximately 5 minutes of one-on-one time with their pup to read aloud! This program is designed for with ages 4-12 in mind, but anyone who would benefit from reading to a pup is welcome to register.

• Wednesday, March 25, 4:30 p.m. – Fashion Design for Tweens. Get ready to design your own mini-sized outfits! Sketch your designs and recreate them using fabric, felt and accessories. Each meeting they will have a new challenge. Ages 1012.

• Thursday, March 26, 4:30 p.m. – Pokémon TCG Meetup. Join them to play Pokémon TCG! Library supplies are limited so please make sure to bring your cards along if you have them. Ages 10-14.

• Thursday, March 26, 1:00 p.m. – Classroom Games for Homeschoolers. Join them at the Library where they will play Heads Up 7Up, Pictionary and other classroom games. Ages 10-18.

Society Educational Program

The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley (HSCV) announces that their next educational program, “Cocalico Township 1783 –The beginning of some Lancaster County Joiners & Planemakers,” will be held Wednesday, March 25 at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 167 East Main Street, Ephrata.

Todd Hostetter will present the rich history of early craftsman in Lancaster County, focusing on joiners and planemakers who made woodworking tools that helped build local homes and businesses.

As always, this program is open free to the public. Parking lot and entrance in the rear alley. For more information, visit the society’s website at www. cocalicovalleyhs.org or call 717-733-1616.

Mark your calendars for these upcoming HSCV programs & events:

• Wednesday, April 22 –“Rocky Springs Park”

• Wednesday, May 27 – “The American Revolutionary War Soldier TAKE NOTICE!”

• Wednesday, June 17 –Members only picnic at Reamstown Memorial Park

• Wednesday, July 22 –Members only field trip to Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles

• Wednesday, August 26 –“Nature, Industry, and Heritage: Legacy of Lancaster County’s Limestone and Lime Industry”

• Wednesday, September 23 – Ephrata Parade Night food stand

• Wednesday, October 28 – “Colonial and Early Ironworks”

• November – ExtraGive Campaign

• December – Christmas at the Connell Mansion

• Wednesday, March 25, 1:00 p.m. – STEM Challenges for Homeschool-ers. Stretch your brain cell by working with tough but fun science, technology, engineering and math challenges. Ages 10-14.

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• Saturday, April 18 –Grand Opening for new museum exhibit

• Wednesday, March 25, 4:00 & 4:30 p.m. - Kids Read Tales to Tailwaggers.

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For Sale

FOR SALE: Birdhouses and bird feeders, painted, stained or plain. Visit our roadside stand at 445 Sleepy Hollow Rd., Lititz or call to order. Also, hay and straw. 717626-1260.

FOR SALE: Flags, flagpoles, cases, hats, pins. Decorative flags and mailbox covers on sale. American Flag Shoppe near Adamstown, 717-484-1183.

FOR SALE: Heavy duty aluminum mailbox, no rust, four colors. Hoover, 156 Black Creek Rd.

FOR SALE: Seasoned firewood, stored inside, dry, $190 per cord. 717-7336713.

FOR SALE: Tandem swing, good condition, frame needs paint. $25. Call 717-4684257.

FOR SALE: Two cat carriers, medium $20, large, $25. Totes with lids, $5 /each. Full size sheet sets, $5/each. Everything in good condition. 717-824-2824.

Antiques

FOR SALE: Featherweight 221 Singer portable sewing machine, black, with case /manual. Excellent condition. Ephrata area. 223264-0855.

Farm Equip. / Livestock

FOR SALE: Hay and straw, small bales, pick up at farm or delivered. Call 717-6261260.

Household/Furniture

FOR SALE: 61x22 marble vanity top. New in box with back/side splash. Frosted. $75. 717-354-7595.

FOR SALE: Large oak rolltop computer desk, like new, $750. 717-201-7128.

FOR SALE: Queen sofa bed, maroon, $20, excellent condition. Shelves, metal and wood, $15. Full size bed, never used, $15. Mini fridge, $10. Puzzles, free. Storage bins/totes, $3/each. 717309-7769.

FOR SALE: Used Pioneer kitchen cabinets, solid oak in saddle red stain. $600 OBO. Photos available, 610-5894152.

Lawn & Garden

FOR SALE: 160 John Deere riding mower, 38” cut, runs good, ready to mow. $550. 717-278-6844.

FOR SALE: 1980 Troy-Bilt Pony rototiller, original engine was 5HP replacement Kohler engine 7HP. Well maintained. Original manual included. $450. 717-9170240.

FOR SALE: Craftman DYT 4000 mower, heavy duty 42” deck, new battery, oil and air cleaner. New seat, ready to mow. John, 717278-6844.

FOR SALE: Honda Harmony riding mower, model 2013, 38” deck, all serviced and ready to mow. John, 717278-6844.

FOR SALE: Honda Harmony riding mower, 30” cut, very good condition, $400. 717278-6844.

FOR SALE: Riding Mowers: Snapper, 28” deck, mulcher, $500; Ariens 28” deck, Hydro, $500; Dixon 38” deck Zero Turn, $575. All are ready to mow, in good condition. Call John, 717-278-6844.

FOR SALE: Sprayer tank on skid, 100 gallon, 300’ hose, recoil motor. $400. 717951-5956.

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FOR SALE: Used lawnmower sales and service. Small engine repair. 928 Fivepointville Rd., Stevens. 717-445-5090.

Motorcycles/ATV’s

FOR SALE: 1983 Kawasaki 440 KZ, needs stator to run. $200 cash. Call evenings, 717-824-2120.

Pets & Animals

FOR SALE: GDM Pet Supplies, dog clippers, vaccines, wormer, dog feed, underground fences, pet carrier, new/used whelping dens. Free Catalog. 895 Centerville Rd., New Holland. 607-2439718.

Sporting Goods

FOR SALE: Get ready for turkey season. Doublebull surround view stakeout 2 panel ground blind, plus a Primos trigger stick gen 3 monopod, $75 OBO. Call or text, 717598-6647.

FOR SALE: Golf clubs, women’s. Full set woods and irons. Ram Professional. 717-466-6172.

FOR SALE: Morrell High Roller archery target, small size, 13x13x13, only shot a few times, like new, easy to move around, $75 OBO. Can send pictures if you want. Call or text, 717-598-6647.

RV’s & Campers

FOR SALE: 2023 Kompact Kamper, many extras. Original cost, $4,815 plus $300. Price, $2,000. Please call and leave message, 571-2252808.

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NOTICE: Piano lessons. Call Susan Lambert, lessons for all ages. 717-371-4742.

NOTICE: We accept brush, trimmings, grass clippings, trees and stumps for a small fee. Call Martin Mulch for information. 717-733-1602.

NOTICE: Spring Craft Show, Saturday, March 21 from 10am to 2pm. Terre Hill Community Center, 131 W. Main St., Terre Hill. Lunch & snacks served. Benefits Peru mission trip. A wide range of artisians and vendors will be available, lots for all ages. Please come out to support this event.

Garage Sale

NOTICE: Gigantic Garage Sale, 3/20, 3/21, 8am. Lots quality name brand clothing: infant-adult. Tons great shoes, boots-children’s, women’s athletic. Corella dolls, framed artwork, dishes, cameras, persian rugs, luggage, old books, children’s books, linens, towels, riding toys, Beanies, tools, garden tools, household, much more. Mile off 322, signs from Lincoln House.

NOTICE: Heated Garage Sale, March 20-21, 7-5. Toys, housewares, games, kettles, 12 qt. stock pot, new shower curtain, towels, lamps, wall pictures, curtains, garden tools, leaf blower, trimmer, light bulbs, Bath & Body Works items (new at reduced prices), misc. Address: 655 West Route 897, Reinholds, along 897, Blainsport area.

NOTICE: Lots of great deals on bedding, bath, home decor, kitchen items, baby equipment and accessories, children’s clothing, shoes, sandals, books, games, toys and 30+ different vendors. Come check us out! Rosewood Gifts & Home, 479 Voganville Road, New Holland.

Hours: Monday-Thursday 8-5, Friday 8-7, Saturday 8-2, Closed Sundays.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Rohrer’s has a full-time opportunity for a heavy equipment operator. Operate various heavy equipment in quarry & crushing operations and perform general labor. Able to work outside in all kinds of weather, at heights, in dusty & muddy places, and with loud, large equipment and capable of lifting up to 75 lbs.

We offer competitive pay and benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401(k) with match and more! Company sponsored continuing education & training as well as tuition reimbursement is available. Candidates should complete an application or submit a resume to the attention of Human Resources by email, fax, mail, on our website, or in person. Please include your salary requirements. Visit our website at www.rohrers.com

Rohrer’s Incorporated 70 Lititz Rd., PO Box 365 Lititz, PA 17543 Attn: Human Resources

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NOTICE: Huge 7-Family Garage Sale, Saturday, 3/21, 6am. Lots of clothing, girl’s infant- size 7, teen- adult, cape dresses. Boy’s infantsize 4, teen- adult, shirts, jeans, shoes, household, decor, fabric, 8x10 rug, coffee drinks and lots more. 80 Farmland Road, Leola.

NOTICE: Huge Garage Sale, Friday, April 3 and Saturday, April 4 at 7am-?

Lots of great items available, including: Clothes, shoes, furniture, household items, home decor, kitchen items and much more. Something for everyone. Don’t miss out on some great deals. Hope to see you there. 31 Horseshoe Drive, Ephrata.

NOTICE: Huge Yard Sale, Friday, 3/20, 3-7pm, Saturday, 3/21, 7am. Great selection, including new items. 45 Dawkins Drive, East Earl.

NOTICE: Indoor 9 Family Garage Sale. Thursday, March 19th, 8am-3pm and Friday, March 20th, 8am-11am. Children’s clothing size baby-teen, plus adults. Home decor, household items, and more. Gracelaced Coffee Cart will be there on Thursday. 240 W. 28th Division Highway, Lititz.

NOTICE: Multi-Family Yard Sale, 3/21, 7am. Housewares, decor, 2 rockers & small table patio set, lots of sweaters & dresses, bubble tea, Lotus drink take-home kits & more. 527 Gristmill Rd. inside Martindale Fire Hall.

NOTICE: Tent Sale of Discontinued and Slightly Damaged bathroom cabinets, tops, sinks, faucets, freestanding bath, lights and more on March 20 & 21, Friday 8-5, Saturday 9-3. Bath Barn, 723 Rothsville Rd., Lititz. 717-626-1168.

NOTICE: Huge Neighborhood Yard Sale, Saturday, March 28, 7am-? Something for everyone. Thoroughbred Terrace (Edgewood Drive and adjoining streets in Rothsville, near the White Swan).

Announcements

NOTICE: Are you a coffee lover? Sisel has a promo for March. Coffee bundle with mushroom has great benefits. Everyone that orders, will be put into a drawing. 717-863-9707 x1.

Help Offered

HELP OFFERED: Carpentry work, additions, repairs and remodeling. Ephrata. Call John S. Weaver, 717336-7497.

HELP OFFERED: Christian lady is available to be a caregiver or companion at nights and some day work. If interested, call 717-5720137.

HELP OFFERED: Don Graham Remodeling, repairs around your home. Electrical, plumbing, drywall, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, painting, deck repairs, pressure washing, deck cleaning and sealing. Licensed and insured. PA Contractor #037752. Visit www.DonGrahamRemodeling.com. Call 717-3688943

HELP OFFERED: Eberly’s Drywall Finishing, Patching and Repair. No job too small. 717-826-3182, leave message.

HELP OFFERED: Experienced electrician, licensed and insured. Prompt, friendly service and free estimates. Call Jim, 717575-2147. Please leave a message.

HELP OFFERED: Free college info. IdalahWomack. com or Amazon.com 1 True College Money Since 1978. HELP OFFERED: MDS General Contracting providing home repairs and remodeling. Drywall repairs, painting and trim work. Most plumbing and some electrical. Durabilt all season rooms and awnings. Also, we handle mobile home repairs. Certified HUD installer. Call 717-271-2278.

HELP OFFERED: Light tree trimming, debris removal, hedge trimming, mulching and leaf cleanup. Great prices, free estimates. Call Tim at 717-824-2831.

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Cleaning Services

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Home & Lawn Care

HELP OFFERED: A.A. Lawn Service, 10 years experience. Free estimates, residential & commercial. Call 717-335-3260.

HELP OFFERED: Busy B Tree Service, tree removal, tree trimming. Fully insured and licensed, PA# 188769. 8 years experience. Free estimates. 717598-4101 .

East Cocalico Lions Student Of The Month

Each month, the East Cocalico Lions Club honors a Cocalico High School student for their achievements and for being one of the high schools and the community’s finest. Each student is presented with a certificate and a monetary gift along with a gift from the Adamstown Public Library.

Recently, at a club meeting that she and her parents attended, Jasmine Lor was honored as the Club’s Student of the Month by the members of the East Cocalico Lions Club. Some of her school activities include creative writing and job shadowing (an experience where a student spends a day or a few days observing a professional on the job).

Besides being honored as the Club’s Student of the Month, Jasmine was recognized as a school Student of the Month, received a Certificate of Recognition and a 4.0 Academic Award. Her community activities include mentorship and writing letters to senior citizens. Her future plans

include attending a college and becoming a psychologist.

Shown in the photo is Lion Chuck Blattenberger, Student of the Month Chairperson, congratulating Jasmine and her parents Zoua and Hue.

Awarding a Student of the Month is just one of many

ways in which the East Cocalico Lions serve the youth of their community. The members of the East Cocalico Lions Club congratulate Jasmine on this and all her achievements and wish her the best of luck in the future.

If you are interested in finding out more about the East Cocalico Lions or would like to join and help them “Change the World,” please call 717-336-5311 or visit them on the web at www.eastcocalicolions.org.

HELP OFFERED: Cocalico Hardwood Floor Refinishing LLC is here to help with all your hardwood flooring needs. New installation, dust controlled refinishing and repairs. Contact us today at info@cocalicohardwood.com or call 717-824-2008.

HELP OFFERED: DL Property Maintenance. Lawn mowing, mulching, landscaping, power washing, shed repairs, painting, patios, decks, interior repairs, roofing. 717715-5230.

HELP OFFERED: Drywall, handyman work and interior repairs. No job is too small. I am insured. Contact Jeff at 717-925-9089.

HELP OFFERED: Home cleaning, errands and pick ups, mowing, yard and outdoor help. Denver, Ephrata, Adamstown areas. 717-4660918.

HELP OFFERED: MNB Renovations, building with integrity & excellence. We specialize in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, decks & home additions. Christian, familyowned business located in Ephrata, serving our local community in Lancaster, Berks & surrounding counties. Free estimates available. Call 717-940-9159. MNBrenovations.com.

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HELP OFFERED: Weekly lawn care services. Reasonable rates, fully insured. Call 717-803-6339.

HELP OFFERED: Commercial and residential mowing. Free mowing with seasonal contract by 4/15. Call Scott Sweigart Landscape at 717-6692348.

HELP OFFERED: Self-employed Christian electrician looking for more work. Old homes and farm house updating to generators or fusebox/panel upgrades. Call/text Keith, 717-8164582. PA#008058.

Help Wanted

HELP WANTED: 18 year plus help needed at Horst Farm Market, full time, part time, questions or apply. 717-445-7938 or 717445-9514.

HELP WANTED: Breneman’s Landscaping located in Reinholds. All landscape positions available. Local landscaping company seeking reliable and dependable workers. Must have a valid driver’s license. Good pay, health insurance and overtime available. Call today 717-738-4343.

HELP WANTED: Full-time/ part-time housekeeping. Apply at Red Roof Inn, 2017 N. Reading Rd., Denver.

HELP WANTED: Occasional driver needed to drive work pick-up truck. 717-5751998.

HELP WANTED: Small construction company is seeking driver/worker to drive to job sites and help along with work if capable. Would also consider driver only. 717-201-5162.

LLMEA All County Orchestra Honors

Shopping News Photo by Donald Reese Cocalico High School is thrilled to celebrate the achievement of two exceptional student musicians who have been selected for the 2026 LLMEA All-County Orchestra! These students secured their spots in the ensemble following their rigorous and successful audition at the 2026 District Band Festival. The All-County Orchestra featured a performance on Saturday, January 17, as part of the full-day festival hosted at Palmyra Middle School. Shown in the photo, from left to right, are Joshua Barrows (Tuba) and Madison Pasternacki (Flute).

To Buy

WANTED: $5 0-$500 paid for junk autos. Free removal. Call anytime, licensed, insured, bonded. All paperwork taken care of legally. 717989-6980.

WANTED: Buying Hess trucks, comic books, phonograph records, baseball cards, hunting and fishing licenses, holiday decorations, advertising signs, gas station items, Royal Doulton figures, car license plates, Fiestaware, Roseville, and Hull pottery, beer trays, clocks and signs, trains, toys, Winross, Tonka, coins, sports cards, baseball yearbooks. Phone 717926-0633 or 717-272-4338.

WANTED: Buying silver dollars, paying $52 each. Buying wheat cents, buying Buffalo nickels. Buying Franklin and Liberty half dollars, paying $22 each. Buying Indian cents, $1.00 each. Also buying comic books, GI Joe, phonograph records. Phone 717272-4338 or 717-926-0633.

WANTED: Classic Cars, Sports Cars, Muscle Cars, Antique Cars. Always buying. Jeff Gast, Lancaster, 717-575-4561.

WANTED: Corvettes, 19532019. Always buying. Call Jeff Gast, Lancaster, 717575-4561.

WANTED: Costume broken and fine jewelry and coins. Highest prices paid in cash. Very honest. 50 years experience. Call Jane, 484-3450884.

WANTED: Costume jewelery, rings, brooches, necklaces. Older Christmas glass ornaments, decorations. Pre-1970s Halloween items. Postcards. Comic books. Doll clothes. Stella, 717-875-7884.

WANTED: Family looking for single family home with backyard. No HOA. Please call or text 717-380-3775.

WANTED: Small house/cottage, country, lot size flexible, fixer ok with solid bones, pre-approved, ready to buy. Berks/Lancaster counties, north/east of New Holland. 484-529-6466.

WANTED: Taxidermy, deer, bear, pheasants, squirrels, safari animals, horns, antlers, fish, birds, all mounts. Pay cash. 717-575-2578.

WANTED: Tractor rim 8” or 9” by 28”, deep well rim. For sale, 2013 GMC pickup, needs engine. $4,900. 717-690-4021.

Lancaster County 4-H Benefit Auction

Help to support the Lancaster County 4-H program at the annual 4-H benefit auction. Specialty items to be sold include a handcrafted cornhole set, Blackstone grill, Pittsburgh Steelers tickets, Yeti Cooler, custom art by 4-H members, Refreshing Mountain tickets, loads of stone or mulch, and more!

This year, they will again be offering a Silent Auction during the live auction. Silent Auction items will include pizza gift certificates, car washes, fast food restaurant coupons, etc. Additional items to be sold include: animal feed and supplies, household items, crafts, baked goods, tools, produce, and more. Local 4-H Clubs have donated themed baskets for sale. Numerous other items and gift certificates for local services and merchandise will be sold throughout the day.

They also want to express a huge thank you to All American Auctioneer Service for volunteering their services throughout the day.

WANTED: Vinyl records & musical instruments: paying cash. Top dollar paid for your vinyl records, all styles and genres, 33s, 45s & 78s. Guitars, amps, anything music! Also, video games, consoles and equipment. Call or stop by today, Lititz Music Company, 47 S. Broad St. in Lititz. 717-627-4929, www. lititzmusic.com.

All proceeds benefit the Lancaster County 4-H Program and will be used to purchase educational materials, state and national event registration fees and transportation, awards and recognition, volunteer train-ing, event scholarships, postsecondary school scholarships and other 4-H expenses. Food items will be sold throughout the day by members of the EphrataCocalico 4-H Community Club.

To receive a list of sale items, make a donation, volunteer, or request special access accommodations, cotact Lori Little at the Penn State Extension office in Lancaster County at 717394-6851.

Shown in the photo, from left to right, are Alexa Hoffman (Manheim), Dakota Rineer (Quarryville), Aiden Balmer (Lititz), Sasha Ortiz (Millersville) and Kennedy Burrell (Peach Bottom).

Mennonite Central Committee

® Full-Time Textile Coordinator Ephrata location. Competitive salary and benefits. Apply online: mcc.org/careers. Call 267-946-1401 or stop by 517 W. Trout Run Rd., Ephrata to apply.

WANTED: Coins. American, Canadian, Foreign, paper money, jewelry. New Holland Coins, 592 E. Main St., New Holland. 717-355-0206.

WANTED: Highest cash paid for cars, any condition. Licensed professional. 717-278-9539.

For Rent

FOR RENT: Barn storage space, New Holland. Call 717-663-9238.

Shared Living

FOR RENT: Wanted, person to share apartment. Call for details. 717-799-2976.

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WELDER & GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Rohrer’s has a full-time opportunity for a welder and general maintenance person. Perform welding, fabrication, and a wide variety of general mechanical maintenance tasks. Experience in MIG & stick welding. Able to weld in all positions, work outside in all kinds of weather, at heights, and with loud, large equipment and capable of lifting up to 75 lbs.

We offer competitive pay and benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401(k) with match and more! Company sponsored continuing education & training as well as tuition reimbursement is available. Candidates should complete an application or submit a resume to the attention of Human Resources by email, fax, mail, on our website, or in person. Please include your salary requirements. Visit our website at www.rohrers.com

Rohrer’s Incorporated 70 Lititz Rd., PO Box 365 Lititz, PA 17543

Attn: Human Resources

HR Fax#: 717-626-9425

Email: kelli.ohara@rohrers.com

Healthcare in WHO’S HIRING

For information on placing your help wanted ad on our Who’s Hiring page, call

REAL ESTATE

Ephrata Library Programs

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p.m. - I Can Cook! Everyone can cook! Kids, along with their grown-ups, can join them at the Library to make simple but yummy recipes! Proper use of kitchen tools and simple cooking techniques will be introduced. Their program will end with the best part... eating their creations! Ages 5-10.

• Thursday, March 26, 6:00 p.m. – Intro to Amateur Radio. Think you know Amateur Radio because you’ve seen it in a few movies? Think the internet zeroed it? Think it’s only for geeks/nerds? This is your chance to learn more about this ever-evolving hobby/ interest/passion from The Red Rose Repeater Association (w3rrr.org). There are many reasons people become licensed amateur radio operators such as participating in competitive events or contests, aiding in communication during parades or road races, serving as a vital comms link during emergencies or even just to enjoy the challenge of building their own antennas or radio components. So come check it out, no matter

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Jesse Jones Squadron Named “Ground Team Of The Year”

The Civil Air Patrol Lancaster Jesse Jones Composite Squadron was presented with the Colonel Dion E. DeCamp award, naming the unit “Ground Team of the Year” at the annual Pennsylvania Wing Group 2 Conference on Saturday, January 24.

The Conference was held at the Ft. Indiantown Gap and hosted by Group 2 Commander Major Jayson Hanson. The keynote speaker of the event was Brigadier General Lynn M. Lee, Chief of Staff at Joint Force Headquarters, Pennsylvania National Guard.

In addition to being recognized as Ground Team of the Year, the Jesse Jones Composite Squadron had five senior members awarded for their outstanding service and contributions to the Civil Air Patrol. Lieutenant Colonel Glenn Baugher received the Group 2 Commander of the year award, Major Jerome “Pepper” Broad was named

Senior Member of the Year, Second Lieutenant Craig Shannon received Safety Officer of the Year, and Captain Krystal Shannon was recognized as Public Affairs Officer of the Year.

Cadet awards were also presented. Cadet of the Year was presented to Cadet Captain Aaron Keohane and Cadet NCO of the Year was presented to Cadet Senior Master Sergeant Thaddeus Lippencott both for their

exceptional contributions to their squadron. Additionally, Cadet Colonel Slater Shannon, Cadet First Lieutenant Lucyann Draeger, Cadet Chief Master Sergeant Kevin Heisey, Cadet Chief Master Sergeant Camden Rineer, Cadet Senior Master Sergeant Thaddeus Lippincott, Cadet Senior Master Sergeant Brady Dougherty, Cadet Technical Sergeant Brendon Ortiz, and Cadet Senior Airman Theodore

Seifferlein were each presented with Achievement Awards for performance and service beyond normal duties and expectations.

The Jesse Jones Composite Squadron meets each Monday (except holidays) at 7:00 p.m. in the Venture Jets hangar, which is located, on the airport near the intersection of Lititz Pike and Millport Road. Visitors are always welcome. 9 9 9 9

which section you’re interested in. The presen-tation will include a Q & A session and demonstration. Ages 18+.

• Monday, March 30, 3:30 p.m. - Dungeons & Dragons for Teens. Dungeons and

Dragons is a game of imagination, fun, chaos and story. Play as a character you create and let the Dungeon Master take you on a journey to a mystical land. Cast spells, talk to and befriend NPCs. Everything is possible

as long as you can roll the dice. Designed by teens, for teens. New players are welcome! No prior experience needed. You must be registered to attend. You must have a Dungeons and Dragons Beyond account prior to the event to participate. Ages 13-18.

• Monday, March 30, 4:30 p.m. – Let’s Have a Picnic!

Cooking for Tweens. Who doesn’t love a picnic? They’ll create picnic cuisine such as lemonade, sandwiches and more. Worried about unwanted creatures joining? No worries – they’ll be enjoying the picnic indoors and will have some fun games, too! Ages 10-12.

• Monday, March 30, 4:30 p.m. - Needs Vs. Wants: A

Financial Literacy Program for Kids. Join them at the Library to learn about financial basics in a fun way! In this program, they will be partnering with Members 1st Federal Credit Union to help kids understand the difference between needs vs. wants. They will work on a fun activity together and end with a snack! Ages 5-10.

• Tuesday, March 31, 1:00 p.m. – Classics for Homeschoolers: The Little Prince. Are you a homeschooler that still needs to fit some classics in for the year? Join them for a discussion to make it a little more fun! They will be discussing “The Little Prince” by Antoine De SaintExupéry. Please make sure to read the entire book before attending. Be prepared to answer some questions about the book and share some of the parts you liked and didn’t like. Ages 10-18.

• Tuesday, March 31, 4:30 p.m. – 3D Perler Creations for Tweens. You may have made Perler beads before, but have you made 3D Perler creations? At this program they are going to be challenged to create some three-dimensional animal friends! Ages 10-12. For more programs and to register, check out their website, www. ephratapubliclibrary.org, under the “Events” tab or give them a call at 717-7389291. Schedule is subject to change.

PUBLIC SALES

SALES REGISTER

TUES., MARCH 179:00 a.m. - Hometowne Auction LLC, Garden Spot Fire Rescue, 339 E. Main St., New Holland. Quilts and quilt-related items. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

TUES., MARCH 174:00 p.m. - Dwight H. and Sarah Beth Martin, 740 S. Cocalico Rd., Denver. 3 bedroom, 1 bath house and 25’x45’ shop on 1 +/- acres. L&H Auctions Inc.

WED., MARCH 18 - 1:00 p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.

THURS., MARCH 1912:00 noon - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. 350 lots of

coins and currency. Horst Auctioneers.

THURS., MARCH 195:00 p.m. - Estate of Malcolm Boley, 524 Westfield Dr., New Holland. Single family, estate owned, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, detached garage (760 total sq. ft., front section is 40’x12’ approx.), clean and solid built 1958 house with enclosed all season room, partially finished basement. Patrick Morgan Auction Services LLC.

THURS., MARCH 195:00 p.m. - Zach and Kristen Martin, 1295 Reading Rd., Denver. Updated and newer addition 2-story house, 1.03 acres, detached 2-car garage, camper shed, 3 or 4 bedrooms, beautiful living

LARGE SELECTION OF NEW DEWALT & MILWAUKEE POWER TOOLS, SHEDS, LAWN & GARDEN ITEMS, SWING SETS, OUTDOOR LAWN FURNITURE, HOUSEHOLD GOODS, QUILTS, CRAFTS, THEME BASKETS, GIFT CERTIFICATES, FLOWERS, NURSERY STOCK & BAKED GOODS. SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!

Food Stand by Fire Company Auxiliary. All proceeds benefit Schoeneck Fire Company. Looking for good quality consignments sold on commission - Donations appreciated. No Tires, TVs, Used Furniture, Computers, AC Units, Windows, Doors & Appliances. NO JUNK. Fire Company has the right to refuse. Terms: Cash or PA Check.

Drop Off: Wed., Apr. 15, 3-8pm; Thurs., Apr. 16, 8am-8pm; Fri., Apr. 17, 8am-12 Noon. Preview of Auction is Fri., Apr. 17, 3-8pm. GREAT FOOD AVAILABLE FRIDAY EVENING 3-7PM

Items will not be accepted on sale day! Call 717-336-6767 for more information.

HOUSEHOLD GOODS, TOOLS WEDNESDAY, MAR. 25, 2026 AT 1:00 P.M.

Preview Times - Tues., March 24 from 2:00 P.M. thru 5:00 P.M. and Wed., March 25 from 8:00 A.M.

*The following is just a very general list of items to be sold. Photos representing the entire auction will be posted on our website www.horstauction.com on Tues., March 24. Sale to be held at the Horst Auction Center, 50 Durlach Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522 ANTIQUE, VINTAGE, REPRODUCTION & MODERN FURNITURE; SOFTWOOD 12 LIGHT DUTCH CUPBOARD; EARLY DRAFTING TABLE; APPLIANCES; KITCHENWARE; CLOCKS & LAMPS; COPPER/BRASS; WROUGHT & CAST IRON; PEWTER; TINWARE; AGATE; WOODENWARE; BASKETS; CHINA & GLASSWARE; LG. SET OF COPELAND SPODE TOWER BLUE & WHITE CHINA; POTTERY; REDWARE; LINENS & TEXTILES; BOOKS & PAPER; ESTATE & COSTUME JEWELRY; ARTWORK; ORIGINAL PAINTINGS BY JUNE REYNARD; CHRISTMAS & SEASONAL DECORATIONS; TOYS; TOOLS; 5’ & 6’ SCAFFOLD BUCKS; LAWN & GARDEN EQUIPMENT; BOX LOTS AND MANY OTHER ITEMS.

Accepted Payments: Cash or PA Check. Visa, MasterCard, Discover & Debit Card with 3% fee. No out of state checks without prior approval.

Sale For:

JUNE REYNARD MCKIE ESTATE, STEPHANIE WIENER ESTATE & OTHERS

room, remodeled. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

THURS., MARCH 195:30 p.m. - Bareville Fire Company Hall, 211 E. Main St., Leola. Morgan dollars, silver eagles, wheat pennies, peace dollars, Barber quarters, 1/2 oz., 1 oz. and 4 oz. (.999) silver rounds, silver certificates, Indian head pennies, mint sets and more. Beiler-Campbell Auction Services.

SAT., MARCH 21 - 8:00 a.m. - West Earl Fire Company 38th Annual Auction, 14 School Lane Ave., Brownstown. Quilts at 11:00 a.m. Food will be available.

WED., MARCH 25 - 1:00

p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.

THURS., MARCH 264:00 p.m. - Marlene E. Hamilton Estate, 472 Daleville Rd., Cochranville. 2-1/2 story 4 bedroom farm house, 3-car garage, flagstone patio, 3/4 acre lot m/l. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

THURS., MARCH 265:00 p.m. - Elmer Jr. and Betty Sensenig Estate, 3928 Oregon Pike, Ephrata. 3 bedroom brick rancher, .56 acres, view in back, 2-car detached garage, clean, needs cosmetic updates. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

THURS., MARCH 266:00 p.m. - Lamar Lutz, 33 Tara Dr., Lititz. 3 bedroom, 2 bath home at end of a quiet cul-de-sac and a 2-car garage. Hess Auction Group.

THE 69th ANNUAL FIVEPOINTVILLE FIRE COMPANY BENEFIT AUCTION

FRIDAY, MAY 1, 2026 AT 6:00 PM GROCERY SALE

SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2026 AT 8:00 AM

1087 Dry Tavern Rd., Denver, PA 17517

LAWN & GARDEN, HUNTING/FISHING, ANTIQUES, TOOLS, SHRUBS, PLANTS, FLOWERS, CRAFTS, OUTDOOR FURNITURE, QUILTS, AND FARM EQUIPMENT

All proceeds benefit Fivepointville Fire Company. Looking for good quality consignments in each category sold on commission or by donation.

Sale committee has the right to reject any items that do not meet our standards

Receiving Times: Wed. 5-8 PM; Thurs. 8AM-8PM; Fri. 8AM-3PM

*No items will be accepted on sale day

Call to have your items advertised - 717-799-2845. Offsite Parking/Shuttle Available At Muddy Creek Christian School

THURS., MARCH 266:00 p.m. - Donald C. Haertter Estate, 4212 Heather Ln., Mt. Joy. Brick and vinyl sided bi-level dwelling with lower level 2-car garage. Horst Auctioneers.

FRI., MARCH 27 - 1:00 p.m. - RG Hackman Special Needs Trust, 1500 Furnace Hills Pike, Lititz. 84 acre farm, sandstone house, 3-car garage. Beiler-Campbell Auction Services.

FRI., MARCH 27 - 4:00 p.m. - Steve R. and Elizabeth B. Good, 105 Whitehall Rd., Reinholds. Country 5 bedroom split foyer, 24x30 garage/shop, pavilion, utility building, 2.76 acres. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

FRI., MARCH 27 - 4:30 p.m. - 51st Annual Com-

munity Auction, Farmersville Fire Company, 74 E. Farmersville Rd., Ephrata. Furniture, tools, mulch, toys, baked goods, collector coins, quilts and much more. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, Inc.

SAT., MARCH 28 - 8:00 a.m. - 46th Semi-Annual Lawn, Garden and ATV Consignment Auction, Schoeneck. Philip Hurst Auctions LLC.

SAT., MARCH 28 - 9:00 a.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Outstanding firearms, hunting, fishing and military collectibles and accessories. Horst Auctioneers.

SAT., MARCH 28 - 9:00 a.m. - Coleman Hay Farms, 138 Walter Rd., Chalfont. Tractors, trucks, farm equipment, landscaping equip-

catalogued listing can be picked up at the Auction Center for free. Listing is also available on our website, www.horstauction.com.

Payments: Cash or PA Check. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Debit Card with 3% fee. No out of state checks without prior approval.

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ment, trailers. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., MARCH 28 - 9:00

a.m. - John M. and Arlene W. Hurst, 1012 Rabbit Hill Rd., Lititz. Clean 2-story colonial house and detached shop, 1.04 acre, finished basement, 3 bedroom, 2 full baths. Real estate at 12:00 noon. JD 54” lawn tractor, tools, personal property. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

SAT., MARCH 28 - 9:00

a.m. - Adam S. Montgomery, 4010 Oak St., Lebanon. 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath house, large shop, pavilion on 1.97 +/- acres. Real estate at 12:00 noon. Tractor, forklifts, lawn and garden, furniture, appliances, misc. L&H Auctions Inc.

MON., MARCH 30 -

6:00

p.m. - Michele and Richard Lewis, 147 S. Spruce St., Lititz. Well maintained 2-1/2 story vinyl sided 4 bedroom, 2 bath house with a large concrete block garage with 2 work areas. Witman Auctioneers, Inc.

TUES., MARCH 315:00 p.m. - Vicky L. and the late Thomas Ruckert, 18 Grebill Ct., Brownstown. 3 bedroom, 2 bath bi-level home, .27 acre lot, 1-car garage, spacious 1st floor family room. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

WED., APRIL 1 - 1:00

p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antique, collectibles, house-hold goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.

THURS., APRIL 2 - 9:00

a.m. - Marlin L. and Verna L. Hartranft, 587 Chestnut Hill Rd., Denver. 13.2 acres, partially wooded, 2 story custom built dwelling, 2-1/2 story farmhouse, shop/2-car garage, bank barn 30x30. Real estate at 1:00 p.m. Car, tractors, tools, primitives, collectibles, furniture, sporting goods, coins. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., APRIL 4 - 10:00

a.m. - Alda Rose Miller Estate, 22314 Miller Rd., Shade Gap. 74 acre m/l farm with woodland and spring, 2-1/2 story 3 bedroom dwelling, bank barn, 2-car garage. Real estate at 1:00 p.m. Vehicles, tractor, golf cart, equipment, guns, primitives, furniture, appliances. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., APRIL 4 - 11:00

a.m. - Roy and Suzanne

LLMEA County Band Festival Symphonic Band

Shopping News Photo by Donald Reese Cocalico High School (CHS) is proud to announce the nomination of several exceptional students who represented the school at the 2026 LLMEA County Band Festival. This prestigious festival features 175 of the greatest band students from 16 different high schools in Lancaster and Lebanon counties. These nominees have been selected to perform in either the Wind Ensemble or the Symphonic Band in recognition of their exceptional musicianship and dedication to the CHS Instrumental Music program. The festival was held in January at Ephrata High School.

Shown, from left to right, are the symphonic band nominees including (front) Madison Pennabaker (Clarinet), Lily Ahrens

Zimmerman, 720 S. Cocalico Rd., Denver. .53 acre, brick rancher with 3 bedrooms, 2-car attached garage, clean and updated inside, central A/C, quiet backyard borders farmland. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

P UBLIC A UCTION PUBLIC AUCTION

SAT., APRIL 4 - 2:00

p.m. - Irwin W. and the late Mark K. Weaver, 3321 Division Hwy., New Holland. 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,404 sq. ft. rancher, .60 acre lot, attached 2-car garage, 20x12 shed, 16x10 shed. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

MON., APRIL 6 - 5:00

p.m. - Arlin and Naomi Riehl, 108 Red Well Rd., New Holland. Country 4 bedroom split foyer, 2-car garage, shed 12x20, 1 acre m/l. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

TUES., APRIL 7 - 4:00

p.m. - George R. Hilton Estate, 5740 Meadeville Rd., Gap. Country .58 acre lot, on-site well and septic.

Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

WED., APRIL 8 - 1:00

p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.

THURS., APRIL 9 - 5:00

p.m. - Caleb J. and Michaela J. Stoltzfoos, 204 W. Reistville Rd., Myerstown. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2-1/2 story farmhouse and shop on 2.94 +/- acres. L&H Auctions Inc.

SAT., APRIL 11 - 9:00

a.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Outstanding one owner collection of coins and currency. Horst Auctioneers.

SAT., APRIL 11 - 9:00

a.m. - The Barbara C. Thoma Estate, 213 S. Yund Ave., New Holland. 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,696 sq. ft. 2 story Colonial, .21 acre, Real estate at 12:00 noon. 2013 Toyota Camry, Honda mower, snow blower, guns, antiques, crocks and jugs, wood shop tools. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, Inc.

TUES., APRIL 14 - 6:00 p.m. - Derlyn M. and Dorcas M. Weaver, 27 Hahnstown Rd., Ephrata. 4 bedroom, 2-story brick house, .45 acre lot, attached garage, 3-bay 2-story garage/shop. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC. WED., APRIL 15 - 12:00 noon - Haiti Benefit Auction

for info., call/text auctioneer at (717) 371-3333. TERMS: $30,000 down day of sale, balance in 60 days. Attorney: Glick, Goodley, Deibler & Fanning LLP (717) 354-7700.

NOTE: Beautiful well-maintained one-owner 2-story home located at the end of a quiet cul-desac bordering rural New Holland farmland. Move-in ready condition, a “must-see” property! This auction is held to settle the estate. FOR PHOTOS & DETAILS, VISIT www.martinandrutt.com

CAR: 2013 Toyota Camry LE sedan, 23K original miles, dark gray, power loaded, garage kept vehicle, VIN #4T4BF1FK2DR301911.

GUNS & FISHING: Springfield 1903 30.06 bolt-action rifle; Savage mod 4-C bolt-action .22-cal. rifle w/scope; RARE 1908 Steyr Mannlicher/Schoenaur 8x56 bolt-action rifle; RARE 1850s Pin-fire revolver; Iver Johnson .45cal. 8-shot revolver (parts); (GUNS STORED OFFSITE) 5 fishing rods; lures & tackle box loaded.

PERSONAL PROPERTY: Blue decorated crocks & jugs; blue banded yellow ware bowls (nice); 2 Whirlpool upright freezers; Whirlpool washer & dryer; Howard piano (nice); cherry hutch & dropleaf table w/4 chairs; dinette set; sofa & chair; 2 double beds; 2 maple high chests; antique slant front desk; bookcase; Schwinn treadmill (good); pine washstand; 2 wooden rockers; tin punched pie safe; mini blanket chest; gingerbread mantel clock; repro. radio; quilts & blankets; antique silver caddy; splint baskets; kitchen &

of PA, 23rd Annual Heifer Auction, 101 W. Fulton St., New Holland. For more info., call Wayne Hoover at 717-201-0975 or Cory Wise at 717-951-7472.

WED., APRIL 15 - 4:00

p.m. - Gochnauer’s East Petersburg Inc., 5939 and 5921 Main St., East Petersburg. 2 parcels, 12,000+ sq. ft. East Petersburg commercial building/restaurant. Hess Auction Group.

THURS., APRIL 16 -

6:00 p.m. - Larry M. and Virginia Z. Zimmerman, 11 W. Farmersville Rd., Ephrata. Clean and remodeled 2-story house, 4 bedrooms, detached garage and horse stall, shed, level .56 acre lot, new rear addition. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

THURS., APRIL 166:00 p.m. - Clara Newswanger, 2130 W. Main St., Ephrata. Well-located 4 bedroom home with a large outdoor deck, an outdoor shed, a covered front porch and a 2-car garage. Hess Auction Group.

THURS., APRIL 166:00 p.m. - Richard H. Bradley Estate, 2381 Beaver Valley Pk., New Providence. Brick ranch style dwelling with vinyl sided former office building, brick/vinyl sided oversized 2-car garage and vinyl sided storage shed on 2.1 acres. Horst Auctioneers.

FRI., APRIL 17 - 9:00

a.m. - Ammon and Martha Hoover, 2079 Hoover Dr., Narvon. JD forklift, JD grain binder, farm machinery, Groffdale finish mower, 2 large tobacco balers, wood splitter, guns, antiques, household related. Double E Auction Service, LLC.

FRI., APRIL 17 - 5:00

p.m. - Robert J. Dunleavy, 280 Mapleflower Rd., Glenmoore. 2 bedroom stone farmhouse with barn/shop and pastures on 3.89 acres. Horning Farm Agency, Inc.

SAT., APRIL 18 - 8:00

a.m. - Don M. Breiner Estate, 169 N. Groffdale Rd., Leola. Private collection of toys - 600+ lots of farm toys,

tractors, equipment, toy cars, trucks, pedal tractors, to be offered with live and online bidding. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., APRIL 18 - 8:00

a.m. - Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 N. King St., Denver, will hold their 14th Annual Mud Sale. Tools, sheds, lawn and garden items, swing sets, outdoor lawn furniture, household goods and more. Quilts at 11:30 a.m.

SAT., APRIL 18 - 9:00

a.m. - Richard M. and Nancy T. Stackhouse, 444 Ranck Rd., New Holland. 3 or 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath rancher with 1-car garage, pool, .43 acre lot. Real estate at 11:00 a.m. Honda generator, quilts, antiques and personal property. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

MON., APRIL 20 - 5:00

p.m. - Joseph and Linda Beiler, 2140 Beaver Dam Rd.,

well & septic; annual taxes: $3,793. Outbuildings: A 20’x12’ shed/workshop & 16’x10’ garden shed. OPEN HOUSE: SAT., MARCH 21 FROM 1-3 PM; for info., call/text auctioneer at (717) 371-3333.

NOTE: Well-maintained rancher provides inviting one-floor living; absolutely move-in ready condition, tasteful décor throughout; backyard borders eastern Lancaster Co. farmland, pasture & stream; level lot w/wide macadam driveway & two nice storage sheds. FOR PHOTOS & DETAILS, VISIT www.martinandrutt.com

Honey Brook. 3-bedroom home with attached in-law quarters and 3-car garage on 1.77 acres. Guns, shop tools and riding mower. Horning Farm Agency, Inc.

TUES., APRIL 21 - 4:00

p.m. - Joseph A. Radesky Estate, 30 Buttonwood Dr., Lititz. Custom 3 bedroom bi-level dwelling, garage, level lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

WED., APRIL 22 - 5:00

p.m. - Melvin C. Schmeck Sr., 735 Greenville Rd., Denver. 1-1/2 story brick 4 bedroom dwelling, 1-car garage, 2 utility buildings, 8/10 acre rural lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

THURS., APRIL 233:00 p.m. - Carl and Hilda Stoltzfus, 76 S. Brick Ln., Elverson. 11 +/- acre Elverson horse farm, 31 selfstorage units and large shop on Commercial Zoning. Beiler-Campbell Auction Services.

Well, On-Site Septic, Heidelberg Twp., ELCO SD, Zoning: Ag, Taxes: $6,239.00.

NOTE: A nice country family property in the Reistville/Prescott area on almost 3 ac. w/the opportunity to have some animals and a newer 2-story shop for your various uses. OPEN HOUSE: Sat., March 21, 1-3 PM or by appointment (call Joel at 717383-5606).

TERMS: 10% Down at Auction, Balance in 45 Days. SEE MORE INFO & PHOTOS: www.lhauctionsinc.com

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Auction For: Caleb J. & Michaela J. Stoltzfoos Attorney: Gibson Law Group (717) 279-8313

THURS., APRIL 235:30 p.m. - Margaret A. Clark Estate, 409 Fairview St., East Earl. Terre Hill beautiful well-kept 3 bedroom ranch home with a finished basement, 2-car garage, .47 acres. Auctions by Coblentz.

THURS., APRIL 236:00 p.m. - The Dale K. Weber Estate, 325 Whitehall Rd., Reinholds. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,876 sq. ft. 2 story, 1.16 acre lot, one owner (1987) custom built home, 2-car garage. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

FRI., APRIL 24 - 5:00 p.m. - Tyler J. and Mallory S. Lanz, 159 Edgewood Dr., New Holland. Country brick 3 bedroom rancher, 3-car garage, 4/10 acre lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., APRIL 25 - 8:30 a.m. - Martin Electric Plant, 280 Pleasant Valley Rd., Ephrata. Martin Electric plant inventory reduction, standby and portable generators, trucks, generator, engine and electrical parts, lifts. Beiler-Campbell Auction Services.

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partially wooded w/2 houses. Main House: 2 sty. custom built dwl. w/1656 SF finished area w/eat-in kitchen w/ raised panel cabinets & appliances, dining rm. w/sliding patio door to rear deck 12x15, living/family rm. w/cathedral ceiling, office/loft area, 1st floor laundry, 2 bdrms., 2½ baths, full daylight bsmt., attic, propane forced air heat, central AC, attached 2 car garage & detached shop 20x18 w/overhead door & bsmt. w/elec. House well maintained, move in condition. 2nd House: 2½ sty. farmhouse w/2320 SF finished area w/eat-in kitchen w/oak raised panel cabinets & appliances, dining area, living & family rms., great rm. w/stone hearth w/propane stove insert, 4 bdrms., 2 full baths, attic, bsmt. & covered porches. House in need of TLC. Outbldgs: 2 sty. shop w/attached 2 car garage, 2 sty. bank barn 30x30 w/stable, shop area & 2nd floor hay storage & stone springhouse, 13.2 ACRES partially wooded. Zoned Ag. NOTE: Owners relocated to retirement quarters & motivated to sell! Ideally located country property w/2 dwls. on same deed Minutes to Red Run, Fivepointville & Bowmansville w/easy access to Rts. 272, 897, 222 Bypass & Turnpike. Personal inspection by appointment or open house March 21 & 28 from 1 to 4 PM. For more detailed information, visit www.klinekreidergood. com. Financing, deposit or

to

buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368 & #384426)

road, come

a look. TRUCK & WORK SHOP: A newer stick-built 32’x47’ detached shop/ garage w/36” concrete block wall base; (2) overhead doors (1 is 10’); concrete floor, insulated walls, water hooked up; Warwick Twp. & Schools; taxes $4,278.

OPEN HOUSE DATE: Saturday, March 21 from 1-3 PM. Call/Text Auctioneer 717-587-8906.

TOOLS & SHOP ITEMS: John Deere X-530 riding mower w/54” deck, power lift, grass catcher, power steering, 510 hours; John Deere #47 snowblower attachment; Troy-Bilt horse size tiller; Honda GVC170 self-propelled mower; mower ramps; car ramps; 3-ton hydraulic jack & stands; Snap-on ½” air wrench; potbelly stove; misc. hunting clothing; bikes & bike carrier; Cozy-World propane heater; 50-gal. LP tank; NorthStar 10,000 PP6 generator w/electric start; Husky 7-hp air compressor w/60 gal. vertical tank; Echo leaf blower & vacuum; Stihl chainsaw; JD 40-v chainsaw; barbell set; Milwaukee multi-tool saw; (2) old milk cans; wrench & socket sets; Coleman propane 2 burner camp stove; plus more. PERSONAL PROPERTY: Automatic washer & dryer; old trunk; wooden barrel; Hoosier cabinet; glider rocker; bunk bed w/trundle drawers & dresser; file cabinet; Hamilton corner grandfathers clock; green ball

SALES REGISTER

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SAT., APRIL 25 - 10:00

a.m. - Cathy Harting Weinhold, 130 Resh Rd., Reinholds. Country 2 story 4 bedroom dwelling, 1-car garage, covered deck, 1.2 acres wooded lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

MON., APRIL 27 - 5:00

p.m. - David J. Belz, 435

Westley Rd., Mohnton. 4 bedroom, 2-story home with 3-car garage and pole barn on 2.4 acres. Tools and equipment. Horning Farm Agency, Inc.

WED., APRIL 29 - 5:00

p.m. - Grace Eileen Weaver, 655 W. Route 897, Reinholds. 1 story 3 bedroom rancher, attached garage, utility building, 9/10 acre rural lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

THURS., APRIL 30 -

6:00 p.m. - Gerald L. Frey Jr., 3206 Bowman Rd., Lancaster. .3 +/- acre prop-

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PUBLIC AUCTION

COUNTRY 5 BDRM. SPLIT FOYER 24x30 GARAGE/SHOP – PAVILION – UTILITY

From Reinholds, Rt. 897 N. to Blainsport.

Rural “one owner” spacious dwl. w/3,480 SF, eat-in kitchen w/custom cabinets, large sun rm. w/custom cabinetry, living rm., 5 bdrms. (master bath), bonus bdrm., 3 full baths, large rec/game rm. w/cabinets, family rm. w/gas stove, completely finished 1st & lower levels, 2 car garage/shop 24x30, utility bldg. 14x24, pavilion 14x24 w/elec., water & custom cabinets, in-ground heated pool w/waterfall spa, 2.7 ACRES w/lawn, garden, macadam drive & parking. Zoned Ag. After 33 years, owners downsizing & serious to sell. A must see well maintained move-in condition home w/extra features galore. Quiet country location. Minutes to Reinholds, Denver, Kleinfeltersville & Adamstown. Personal inspection by appointment or open house Sat., March 21 from 1 to 4 PM For more detailed information, visit www.klinekreidergood. com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368 & #384426)

Randal V. Kline

Roy E. Good, Jr.

Aaron Z. Nolt

Curvin M. Horning

717-733-1006

Lic. #499, #2116, #5064, #3956

Steve R. & Elizabeth B. Good 610-463-4321

erty, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2-car attached garage with a 12’x20’ storage shed. BeilerCampbell Auction Services.

SAT., MAY 2 - 9:00 a.m.

- Joanne U. Stoltzfus Estate, 77 Paradise Ln., Ronks. 2 bed-room house, barn, garage, pasture area on 2.2 +/- acres. Real estate at 12:00 noon. Beiler-Campbell Auction Services.

SAT., MAY 9 - 9:00 a.m.

- Earl W. Althouse Estate, 466 Witmer Rd., Mohnton. Country 1-1/2 story 4 bedroom house, garage, utility building, 1 acre m/l rural lot. Real estate at 1:00 p.m. Personal property, antiques, large collection fishing rods/ equipment. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., MAY 9 - 10:00 a.m.

- Timothy D. and Valerie F. Fox, 2185 Welsh Rd., Mohnton. Country 2-1/2 story 3 bedroom dwelling, 3-car garage/shop 24x36, utility building 12x20, 6.2 acre

wooded lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

TUES., MAY 12 - 6:00

p.m. - Keith B. Roberts, 807 Pleasure Rd., Lancaster. Charming 1 bedroom 572 sq. ft. cottage, .12 acre lot, 16’x12’ frame garage/shed, ideal investment. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

FRI., MAY 15 - 4:00 p.m.

- Donald W. Smith, 6276 Criswell Rd., Honey Brook. Country 1-1/2 story 4 bedroom dwelling, 3-car garage, utility building, 3.8 acres. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., MAY 16 - 9:00 a.m.

- Douglas E. Orfanella, 1125 Slate Hill Rd., Quarryville. Country 2-1/2 story 4 bedroom farm house, barn, garage, shop, outbuildings, 3.69 acres. Real estate at 2:00 p.m. Personal property, furniture, antiques, glassware, tools, equipment, tractors. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

51st ANNUAL COMMUNITY AUCTION

The following were recorded at the Lancaster County Recorder of Deeds office from March 5 to March 11:

Adamstown Borough

The Dorothy J. Hartman Estate conveyed property on Evergreen Road to Alec Wentzel and Halee Wentzel for $260,000.

Akron Borough

Heart Land Enterprises LLC conveyed property on Colonial Drive to Darren P. Zimmerman and Lonita K. Zimmerman for $230,000.

The David R. Bair Estate conveyed property on Dawn Avenue to Stephen L. Weaver and Jessica S. Weaver for $405,000.

Brecknock Township

Kenneth E. Fisher and Me-dia A. Fisher conveyed pro-perty on Eagle Circle to Jeffrey Lee Trupe and De-nise Lynette Trupe for $475,000.

Talon Holdings LLC conveyed property in Brecknock Township to Manjit Singh and Parvinder Singh for $189,200. Clay Township

Wesley E. Smith, Lorraine M. Smith and the Estate of Dennis A. Steinmetz conveyed property in Clay Township to Wesley E. Smith and Lorraine M. Smith for $1.

Karen J. Schultz conveyed property on Agape Drive to Peter N. Fortuna for $363,000.

Denise K. Hackman conveyed property on Hackman Road to Joshua R. Martin for $450,000.

Earl Township

Shane Smoker and Andrea S. Smoker conveyed proper-ty on Walnut Street to Austin G. Zimmerman for $420,000. East Cocalico Township

Jeffrey L. Trupe and Denise L. Trupe conveyed property on South Line Road to Matthew High for $265,000. Barrdon Properties 2 LLC conveyed property on North Reading Road to 2275 N. Reading Road LLC for $7,845,000.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 27th, 2026

FRIDAY

Auction Starting at 4:30 PM Farmersville Fire Company 74 E. Farmersville Road, Ephrata, PA 17522

DONATED AND CONSIGNMENT ITEMS MAY INCLUDE:

C-mor Bench Seat Cart; Load of Quality Horse Hay; Quick Hitch Harness; Shrubbery Stock; New Oak Table, Chair Set; Truckload Mulch; Forest Hill Shovels; Poly 6’ Picnic Tables; New Furniture; New Skid Steer Pallet Forks; Outdoor Poly Furniture; Beautiful Flowers; New Propane Cylinder; New Bicycles; Deep V Driving Harness; Farm Toys; Max Electric Scooter; Livestock Feed; Wooden Crafts & Baskets; New Pedal Tractor; Omega Juicer; Lapp Dumper; New Milwaukee Tools; New Queen Mattress Set; New Skid Steer Pallet Forks; New Tupperware; Wood Shavings; Homemade Baked Goods; Collector Coins; PVC Lattices; Baseball Game Tickets; And More…

QUILTS: Deer Trip Around The World; Dancing Diamon; Colorado Star; Log Cabin Star; Shadow Box; Log Cabin; Broken Star Fan; Wedding Ring; Split Star; Wall Hangings; And More… For Pictures of Quilts & Details, go to: www.farmersvillefire.com, www.martinandrutt.com or Facebook.

MEAL CERTIFICATES: From local families, plus other GIFT CERTIFICATES.

ORDER OF SALE: Inside @ 4:30, Outside @ 5:00, Shrubbery @ approx. 5:30, Quilts @ approx. 7:00. Cash or good PA check. Delicious food served by the Farmersville Ladies Auxiliary.

*Farmersville Fire Co. is still accepting Quality Donations/Consignments for this year’s Auction* Drop-off dates are March 24 & 26, 7-9 p.m. or by appointment. For more information or items for auction, please call 717-490-4487 or 717-354-5094

This is a No Reserve Auction! No Sunday Calls, Please. Sale Committee reserves the right to refuse.

Donated items appreciated. No tires, paint or hazardous material! $25.00 deposit on all used appliances. No food sold on commission. Not responsible for accidents. Sale Bill Subject to Errors and Omissions. Not responsible for no-show items. On day of the sale, all announcements take precedence over prior advertisements. Auctioneer Services Donated by Martin & Rutt Auctioneers and others. AU3383-L

Talon Holdings LLC conveyed property in Brecknock Township to John DiGregorio III and Emily DiGregorio for $784,900.

Jeffrey L. Ansel conveyed property on East Church Street to Tyler Scott Runge for $90,000.

PUBLIC REAL

ESTATE AUCTION

Monday, March 30, 2026 • 6:00 P.M.

LOCATION:

WELL

South Spruce

2-1/2 STORY VINYL SIDED FOUR BEDROOM, TWO BATH HOUSE WITH A LARGE CONCRETE BLOCK GARAGE WITH TWO WORK AREAS. Excellent location, walking distance to Lititz Springs Park, downtown, schools, shops, conveniences, restaurants, churches, Routes 501 & 772, Warwick School District. Originally this was a 2 unit house, however since the purchase of this property in 1978, this has been a single family dwelling. 1,942 sq. ft., hardwood floors, retains a large portion of original chestnut stairs, trim and moldings. Many amenities. MAIN GARAGE: 25’x34’ for 4 vehicles, gas heat, middle area 15’x19’, front room 14’x25’, gas heat & A/C. CERTAINLY, DO NOT MISS THIS CLEAN & WELL MAINTAINED PROPERTY WITH A TREMENDOUS AMOUNT OF POTENTIAL! Open House Date: Sat., March 21, 12:00 Noon - 2:00 P.M. For Financing, Photos, Terms, See Website: www.witmanauctioneers.com Auction For: Michele & Richard Lewis

Auction By: Witman Auctioneers, Inc. Luke R. & Clarke N. Witman www.witmanauctioneers.com (717) 665-5735

East Earl Township

Pauline Weidman, Judith L. Sinclair and Patricia S. Weidman conveyed property on Sheep Hill Road to Ivan B. Lapp and Naomi P. Lapp for $430,000.

Elizabeth Township

Thomas L. Galebach and Donna M. Galebach conveyed property on Fox Road to James L. Breneman and Renee S. Breneman for $450,000.

Teresa D. Longo conveyed property on Snavely Mill Road to Brian K. Lohr and Deborah Lohr for $465,000.

Delmas L. Witmer and A. Ruth Witmer conveyed property on Hickory Drive to Luis Lopez and Michele J. Lopez for $435,000.

Ephrata Borough

Mariah Swisher conveyed

property on East Pine Street to Ethan D. Elliot and Chloe A. Harting for $350,000.

James M. Kish conveyed property on Park Avenue to Dylan Zander and Jennifer Henderson for $250,000.

Quinn C. Beswick conveyed property on Heatherwood Drive to Michael S. Haldeman and Beth A. Haldeman for $200,000.

Ephrata Township

Timothy D. Pent conveyed property on Ridge Avenue to Timothy D. Pent and Verene L. Pent for $1.

Wayne R. Gehret and Leah E. Gehret conveyed property on Township Road to De-anna M. Warner for $1.

Lititz Borough

James H. Siebert and Ann E. Siebert conveyed property on East Market Street to

Stephanie L. Moyer for $1.

Carol A. Myers conveyed property on East Lemon Street to Ronald L. Miller for $1.

Ronald L. Miller conveyed property on East Lemon Street to Carol A. Myers for $1.

David L. Garman conveyed property on South Broad Street to Jerome Lee Properties 2 LLC for $775,000.

Upper Leacock Township

Donna M. Lutcher conveyed property on Porter Way to the Donna M. Lutcher Irrevocable Trust for $10.

Emanuel S. Fisher and Elizabeth S. Fisher conveyed property on New Holland Pike to Lancaster New Hol-

land Real Estate Inc. for $1.

Warwick Township

Robert L. Nissly and Bar-bara H. Nissly conveyed property on Duffield Drive to J. Ronald Zimmerman and Judy A. Zimmerman for $425,000.

Devin McIntire and Madeline Anne Mitchell conveyed property in War-wick Township to Devin McIntire and Madeline Anne Mitchell for $1.

Tommy L. Gustafson conveyed property on Pleasant View Drive to Adrian M. Zimmerman for $405,000.

Lititz Reserve LLC and EG Stoltzfus LLC conveyed property on Azalea Alley to Luthercare for $1,366,790.

Wade Alexander Martin and

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Auction Time 8:00 A.M.

Susan Jane Martin conveyed property on Valor Drive to Joseph R. Crupi and Charlene D. Crupi for $552,000.

West Cocalico Township

The Joyce E. Pannebecker Estate conveyed property on Deborah D. Charlesen for $397,500.

The Marie H. Mayer Estate conveyed property on Whitehall Road to JNR Real Estate LLC for $350,000.

West Earl Township

David Lazzarotti and Lisa

Lazzarotti conveyed property on Chapel Lane to David Lazzarotti and Lisa Lazzarotti for $1.

Melvin Lee Beiler and Hannah M. Beiler conveyed property on Chapel Lane to David Lazzarotti and Lisa Lazzarotti for $5,000.

Kevin P. Zurlo and Sharon A. Zurlo conveyed property on Joy Circle to Gary Ha-milton Dix and Karen Ann Dix for $430,000.

West Earl Fire Co. 38th Annual Auction

Approx. 1,400 SF of living space. Foyer; LR; Eat-in kit. with fridge, gas range, DW, garbage disposal; rear deck; primary BR w/wall A/C and bath w/sunken propane heater; utility/laundry room w/washer and half bath; oversized one-car garage. Propane and electric baseboard heat, whole-house fan. Outside 12x20 storage shed w/7x9 overhead

In-law quarters: Additional 1,100 SF. Entry-level access; foyer; eat-in kit. w/electric range, DW, microwave, refrigerator, garbage disposal, large pantry; LR; private deck; BR; full bath w/W/D. Lower level: Oversized two-car garage, one bay equipped with a mechanic’s pit. Propane forced air heat, C/A. OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, March 28 and April 4 & 11 (1-3 p.m.) or by appt. call 610-286-5183.

TERMS: 10% down day of sale; settlement within 45 days of sale.

Terms by: Joseph K. and Linda D. Beiler. Attorneys Glick, Goodley, Deibler & Fanning LLP. See Website for Inventory List!

covered front porch; all-season room. Basement is semi-finished w/25’x12.5’ recreation room; laundry room w/wash sink, cabinetry storage; storage room; utility room. Public water; private septic; warm-air oil furnace; central A/C; shingle roof.

DETACHED GARAGE: 24’x19’ 2-car detached concrete-block garage w/single large overhead door, door opener, side entrance, concrete floor. Rear 24’x12’ lean-to addition is insulated; a great wood shop or hobby shop. West Earl Twp.; desirable Conestoga Valley School District; total taxes $3,689.

OPEN HOUSE: Call/Text Auctioneer 717-587-8906. Please visit our website www.martinandrutt.com or Facebook or Instagram

OFFERING 1% BROKER PARTICIPATION * ON-LINE BIDDING AVAILABLE Auction For:

Schoeneck Firemen’s Field, Lancaster Co., PA. 125 N. King St. Denver, PA 17517. Accepting Consignments: Thursday, March 26 & Friday, March 27, 8 AM to 8 PM. No items accepted auction day. Auction site PHONE# is 717-517-0706.

RIDING MOWERS, COMPACTS, ZERO-TURNS, ATVS: JD520A Zero-Turn, JDZ225 Zero-Turn, Scag Tiger Cub, Toro Z Master, Ferris 52” Zero-Turn, JDZ930A Zero-Turn w/400 Hrs., JD314, Cub Cadet LTX 1040 42”, JDD140, Cub Cadet LT 1045, JDD110, JDX304, JDX300, JDX758 4x4 Diesel 60” w/1,000 Hrs., Cub Cadet 1782 Diesel Rider, JD620I GATOR w/1,760 Hrs., Golf Carts, Quads, Side by Sides, and lots more expected by auction day. COME SEE WHAT SHOWS UP!

ALSO SELLING: Landscape and Utility Trailers, Snowblowers, Chainsaws, Leaf Blowers, String Trimmers, Walk Behind Mowers, Roto Tillers, 3 pt. Attachments, and various other support equipment. Come and enjoy the day!

Terms - CASH OR APPROVED PA CHECK, CREDIT CARDS 4% FEE, 6% Sales Tax. NO BUYERS PREMIUM All items sold Strictly As Is. Some items subject to prior sale. All items must be removed by dusk auction day. Not responsible for accidents. GOOD FOOD BY SCHOENECK FIRE COMPANY. Please visit Auctionzip.com For More Photos!

Auctioneer: Al Reist License # AU-1637-L

(717) 336-0473

Deck; Shaver Log Splitter; Stihl FS56RC Straight Shaft Trimmer; MTD Snowblower. FURNITURE/APPLIANCES: GE Side by Side Fridge; Haier Fridge; GE Glass Top Range; Amana Top Load Washer; Samsung Front Load Dryer; GE 18 Cu. Chest Freezer; Sm. Chest Freezer; Weber Spirit 2 Gas Grill; Masterbuilt Sportsman Elite Smoker; Dual Flavor Soft Serve Ice Cream Machine; Vollrath Slushie Machine; Homemade Pig Roaster; Dining Room Table/Chairs; Numerous Dressers; Beds; Waterbed; Stands; Hutch; Lg. Collection M&M’s Memorabilia; Etc.

MISC.: Miller Trailblazer 325 EFI Welder (Generator Works, Welder Board Needs Replaced); Forage Wagon Roof;