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MH Art Gallery & Studio in Marietta's exhibit, "In Bloom," will transform the space into a vibrant garden, showcasing 25...
07/10/2025

MH Art Gallery & Studio in Marietta's exhibit, "In Bloom," will transform the space into a vibrant garden, showcasing 25 floral-inspired works in a variety of styles and mediums. Many of the artists featured are members of the group Marietta Art Alive, with the exhibit running through Aug. 24.

"Marianne Calenda's monotypes catch textural whispers amid muted colors, while, conversely, Melissa Carroll's bold strokes of color and use of metallic paint shout out, and Joanne McIlvaine's soft-edged visions invoke quiet contemplation," said artist Linda Mylin Ross. "Susan Darling's bright collage imagery dances to lively rhythms."

Learn more about the exhibit at https://townlively.com/artful-blooms-brighten-marietta-gallery/

MERCHANDISER | Donegal

Beth Oberholtzer will discuss her new book, “Amish Weddings,” at a free community event on Aug. 7 at St. Matthew Luthera...
07/10/2025

Beth Oberholtzer will discuss her new book, “Amish Weddings,” at a free community event on Aug. 7 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Lancaster. The book focuses on how Amish culture brings about its own unique approach to wedding traditions.

"(The Amish and Mennonite) are just like you and I, even though they do dress differently," said Oberholtzer. "In my books, I do try to shine a light on how we're the same as the Amish. They make decisions on how to live their lives. The Amish are not stuck in the past. Change happens, but it's more deliberate and it happens slower, and there are community aspects to the changes."

Learn more about Oberholtzer's work at https://townlively.com/subjects-of-beth-oberholtzers-books-are-just-plain-people/

MERCHANDISER | Manheim Township

The Washington Boro Tomato Festival returns on July 12 and July 19 at Washington Boro Park. The festivities will include...
07/10/2025

The Washington Boro Tomato Festival returns on July 12 and July 19 at Washington Boro Park. The festivities will include food such as the event’s signature tomato sandwiches, live music, prize drawings and more. Proceeds will benefit Blue Rock Fire Rescue.

"When I slice these tomatoes at the festival to make sandwiches, our cutter goes right through them," said Dan Ditzler, one of the festival's organizing committee. "Some of them are so soft that they explode."

Learn more about the festival at https://townlively.com/two-chances-to-tout-tomatoes/

ADVERTISER | Penn Manor

People in Lancaster County and surrounding areas will experience the excitement of drum and bugle corps at Reading Bucca...
07/09/2025

People in Lancaster County and surrounding areas will experience the excitement of drum and bugle corps at Reading Buccaneers Drum & Bugle Corps's Buccaneer Classic competition set for July 19 at Hempfield School District's Geogelis Law Firm Stadium. The event will benefit Hempfield Band Booster Club and the Reading Buccaneers.

"It's a unique entertainment (activity) for families and people of all ages," said event coordinator Rick Thomson. "It's the only drum corps show in Lancaster County and one of the larger all-age shows on the East Coast."

Tickets are available for purchase, with prices increasing day of the event. Learn more at https://townlively.com/competing-corps-will-beat-the-drum-for-booster-club/

MERCHANDISER | Hempfield

Community Cupboard of Elizabethtown is searching for volunteers to achieve the organization's mission. Volunteers have t...
07/09/2025

Community Cupboard of Elizabethtown is searching for volunteers to achieve the organization's mission. Volunteers have the option to complete a variety of tasks, including shopping assistance and donation pickup.

"It is a great group to be involved with," said Steve Knox, Community Cupboard director. "We work hard, but we have fun, and our hearts are filled with the gratitude the clients show us."

See how to get involved at https://townlively.com/helping-hands-needed-to-keep-the-cupboard-full/

Humane Pennsylvania's original Mega Pints for Pups event will return at Danielle Ruiz-Murphy Dog Park on July 19, featur...
07/09/2025

Humane Pennsylvania's original Mega Pints for Pups event will return at Danielle Ruiz-Murphy Dog Park on July 19, featuring live music, craft drinks, food trucks and vendors. Well-behaved pets on leashes are welcome to join the festivities, as well.

"(Music will take place) by the big red barn, which has tons of space, so we will have an entire area for music," said Lauren Henderson Pignetti, Humane PA director of development. "The music is a big draw for folks."

To learn how to purchase tickets, visit https://townlively.com/birdsboro-dog-park-site-of-humane-pa-fundraiser/

COMMUNITY COURIER | Morgantown

Elizabeth Dixon wishes to spotlight Drumore Friends Meeting House as a historical hidden gem, hosting open houses July 1...
07/08/2025

Elizabeth Dixon wishes to spotlight Drumore Friends Meeting House as a historical hidden gem, hosting open houses July 12, Aug. 9, and Sept. 13. There will be a map showing where residents lived, and visitors are encouraged to take a self-guided tour through the cemetery and to bring a picnic lunch for afterwords.

"If your family tree includes the names Shoemaker, Cutler, Smith, Ambler, and Walton, it's very likely you have Drumore Quaker ancestors that you may not know about," she said.

ADVERTISER | Solanco

https://townlively.com/a-chance-to-learn-history-in-a-hidden-gem/

Midst the Noise will perform at Lampeter United Methodist Church (UMC) on July 11 for the church's Second Friday event, ...
07/08/2025

Midst the Noise will perform at Lampeter United Methodist Church (UMC) on July 11 for the church's Second Friday event, playing music ranging from patriotic songs to hits from the '70s to today. The church will also provide refreshments such as hamburgers, hot dogs, baked beans, salads and drinks.

"It's going to be so much fun," vocalist Tracie Kortright said. "We especially love Lampeter UMC because of how much (it loves) the community and how the church tries to find what the needs of the community are and meet those needs."

Learn more at https://townlively.com/midst-the-noise-will-perform-at-lampeter-umc/

Andionette "Andi" Ortiz was recently honored as one of the Boys & Girls Club of Lancaster's Youths of the Year 2025. And...
07/08/2025

Andionette "Andi" Ortiz was recently honored as one of the Boys & Girls Club of Lancaster's Youths of the Year 2025. Andi received a trophy as well as a personalized club fleece jacket for her contributions within the organization.

The club is a great place to just be a kid and grow up in a safe place," said Andi. "I enjoy mentoring younger members and enjoy art projects at the club."

Learn more at https://townlively.com/shining-bright-at-the-boys-girls-club/

MERCHANDISER | Columbia/Hellam/Wrightsville

The annual community picnic at Ruhl's Church on July 19 will bring together church members and community members with ho...
07/07/2025

The annual community picnic at Ruhl's Church on July 19 will bring together church members and community members with homemade food. The main dish is the traditional chicken corn soup, featuring a recipe used for decades made from church members preparing around 550 pounds of chicken.

"Why do we hold the annual community picnic, you may ask? Well, it is a tradition. But it is also for fellowship and enjoyment," shared Gail Ruhl, picnic planning committee member. "We believe our picnic offers an informal place to see our congregation in action, working and laughing together side by side."

For more information about the picnic, visit https://townlively.com/picnic-will-feature-faith-and-fellowship/

MERCHANDISER | Manheim Central

In May, Friendship Community's Heart Artists, comprised of local individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism, ...
07/07/2025

In May, Friendship Community's Heart Artists, comprised of local individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism, finished and hung up a mural commemorating Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum's 100th anniversary (Landis Valley Museum).

"Art is a way for everyone to communicate without speaking," said Trisha Goldsborough, Friendship Community's marketing coordinator. "We have a lot of artists who are nonverbal or have trouble communicating (verbally), and this gives them a way to talk. It's also expressing yourself. Everyone wants to be heard."

Learn more about the mural at https://townlively.com/Mural-Project-Allows-Heart-Artists-To-Express-Who-They-Are/

MERCHANDISER | Manheim Township

Honey Brook Borough continues its 2025 Concerts in the Park series with a performance by Across the Pond, a Celtic tradi...
07/07/2025

Honey Brook Borough continues its 2025 Concerts in the Park series with a performance by Across the Pond, a Celtic traditional folk music ensemble. The concert will take place on July 13 at Honey Book Borough Park, with nonperishable food donations being accepted for Honey Brook Food Pantry.

"The Irish music we play is very popular in and of itself, and how we arrange it makes it even more interesting," said band member Dan Diviney. "And you don't have to be Irish to like the music."

Learn more at https://townlively.com/celtic-band-to-perform-in-honey-brook-2/

COMMUNITY COURIER | Morgantown

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