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Building Homes with Habitat for Humanity
Millions of people—from families with small children to elderly couples on a fixed incomplete in houses that are overcrowded, unhealthy, even dangerous. People living in these conditions struggle to achieve even the most basic needs: food, water, safety and rest. When survival needs go unmet, families cannot turn their attention to higher needs such as education, emotional health, career and healthy relationships. Living in substandard conditions yields a constant mix of despair, stress and a preoccupation with “getting by.”

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Habitat for Humanity are joining together in an unprecedented alliance that will put the faith of Lutherans and their communities into action to help families in need move into the economic mainstream and put an end to poverty housing.

Lutherans from 65 county churches will come together to build a home this summer on Allen Lane in Dover. At this time, volunteers are being recruited for everything from pounding nails to registering volunteers on site. Volunteers need to be 16 or older and do not need to be Lutheran. The build will begin in mid-June and conclude in mid-September. To volunteer, contact Kathie Wild, Volunteer Coordinator with York Habitat for Humanity at 717-854-6168 or email kathie@yorkhabitat.org.
Moonlight Boat Rides on Lake Redman
York County Department of Parks and Recreation will be presenting the popular “Moonlight Boat Rides” at the Lake Redman Activity Area in William Kain County Park this summer Dates are:

June 11 & 18 - 8:30 p.m

July 13 & 18 - 8:30 p.m.

August 10 & 17 - 8:30 p.m

September 12 & 14 - 7:30 p.m.

Participants have the first 1.5 hours as free time on the lake in either a County-owned canoe, row boat, pedal boat or kayak or a private boat viewing nocturnal wildlife and enjoying the scenery. The second part of the program consists of a 30-minute astronomy program, as an amateur astronomer points out constellations and planets and describes some of the myths connected with the Moon. After docking back on shore, ice cream sundaes and drinks will be served.

Participants must supply a flashlight for each boat reserved.

Cost of the program is $20 per couple if using a County-owned boat or $15 if using a private vessel. Any additional person is $2 per person. Registration is required and can be completed by calling (717) 840-7440. Register early to guarantee your space. Maximum number of boats for each program is 24. Program is subject to cancellation due to insufficient registration and/or inclement weather on the day of the event. If you must cancel for this event, you will be responsible for filling the position unless there is a waiting list. There will be no refunds. Date exchanges are permitted if you notify York County Parks at least two days prior to the scheduled program.
May 10, 2008
Worship Event
On Saturday, May 10 at 7:00 pm, Agape Fellowship in Christ, located at 7150 Sandy Hollow Road, Harrisburg PA (717) 671-1094, is pleased to announce another Worship Event.

These blessed times of us coming together in song and music to praise and worship the Lord are growing stronger in the sweetness of the Lord's presence each time we gather. We invite all to come attend this beautiful evening with us as we unite together to seek the Lord's presence.
May 10, 2008
Chicken BBQ - St. Anne's Retirement Community
St. Anne’s Retirement Community Auxiliary is hosting a Chicken BBQ on Saturday May 10th to benefit the residents at St. Anne’s. The BBQ will begin at 11:00am and will last through the afternoon. There will also be a bake sale and car wash at the event. For more information, please call Michele at 717-285-1412

May 10 & 11, 2008
A Mother's Day Tea
Savor our teatime fare and scrumptious goodies. Share in the excitement of springtime! Take home Mother’s Day favors and a spring time craft. Bring your mom & a friend to share the day!!

Sat. May 10th and Sun. May 11th - 12:30 PM or 3:30 PM on each day

Cost: $22.95/person (plus tax and gratuity)

Please call 717-332-7427 for reservations. Seating is limited. Reservations required.

And a treat for dad too!

Reserve for you place for tea on June 14th or 15th 12:30 pm or 3:30 pm for an extraordinary treat! Dad is free! Bring the family, $19.95 per adult (other than dad), $14.95 per child under 12.
May 11, 2008
Nature's Mothers Hike - Nixon Park
York County Department of Parks and Recreation will present a “Nature’s Mothers” walk from 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. at Nixon County Park on Sunday, May 11, 2008. This hike, lead by Parks Naturalist Amber Carothers, will focus on how nature cares for its young. We will look for signs of wildlife activity, wildlife homes, and will discuss how the animals within the park are raised. There is no fee for the program and pre-registration is not required. For more information, please contact the Nature Center at Nixon Park at (717) 428-1961.

For more information on programs go to our website at www.yorkcountyparks.org.
May 17, 2008
Native Plant Sale - Nixon Park
York County Department of Parks and Recreation, Penn State Cooperative Extension, and MAEscapes are hosting a spring Native Wildflower and Plant Sale from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Nixon County Park on Saturday, May 17, 2008.

This is a semi-annual fundraiser event for MAEscapes. Funds support the native plant use education and the demonstration garden at Pleasant Acres. The funds are also used to help promote and make native plants available to the general public. They will offer an excellent selection throughout the weekend, including native wildflowers, ferns, grasses, shrubs, and trees.

For more information please call the Nature Center at (717) 428-1961 or visit Penn State Cooperative Extension web site at york.extension.psu.edu/ ., click on “Gardening” and then click on “Gardening Events.”

Sponsors of the program include Pennsylvania Department of Natural Resources, Doyle Farm Nurseries of York, Garden’s Edge of York, GardenScape Design and Consulting of Boiling Springs, PA, Mary C. Kline, RLA of York, and Midnight Graphics of York.

May 17, 2008
Math Squared Education - Open House in Red Lion
Math Squared Education, dedicated to math training and tutoring for students in Preschool through 6th grade, celebrates the grand opening of its newest center - located in 63 N Main St, Red Lion PA 17356. The Math Squared Learning Center in Red Lion is the 26th facility to open in the chain of the Math Squared Education network. Stop by on May 3rd or May 17th during the open house events. The activities, starting at 10AM and going until 3PM, include presentations of the training program, puzzles, math games, and gifts bags for first 20 children.

"We are very excited to introduce the Math Squared learning system to children in York County." says George Sanders, director of the Math Squared Learning Center in Red Lion. "Realizing the importance of elementary math, Math Squared really opens up a whole new world of learning math, helps students advance in math from the start, and keeps them ahead throughout elementary school."

Math Squared's individualized and self-paced learning system will significantly improve children's understanding of math concepts, and assist them in first reaching, and then exceeding, their math goals. Through working with a series of fun yet stimulating workbooks, children not only develop a solid math foundation, but also enhanced abilities in problem solving and critical thinking towards other subjects.
May 17, 2008
Ladies Luncheon and Baby Shower
A Lutheran Women's Missionary League LADIES LUNCHEON AND BABY SHOWER TO BENEFIT HUMAN LIFE SERVICES PREGNANCY CARE CENTER

At FIRST ST. JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH-140 W. KING ST., YORK

On SATURDAY, MAY 17TH AT NOON

with SPEAKER: CHAR CONRAD; HUMAN LIFE SERVICES

THIS IS AN INGATHERING OF BABY ITEMS TO BE DONATED TO HUMAN LIFE SERVICES. PLEASE SELECT FROM THE FOLLOWING LIST: Diapers( newborn and up ), baby wash, nail clippers, wipes, Similac with iron, baby lotion, shampoo, teething toys, bibs, crib and bassinette and crib sheets, booties, gowns, onesies, crib and receiving blankets, sippy cups, baby spoons, 4 and 8 ounce bottles, washcloths,towels,bowls.

A FREE WILL OFFERING WILL BE ACCEPTED

PLEASE RSVP BY MAY 11TH: Nancy Hildebrand- 717-812-2179 or 717-292-4113 (OR) GLORIA SINDLINGER: 717-792-3072

This is a perfect way to show compassion and love to mothers to be!
May 18, 2008
Community Fundraiser Night at Issac's Restaurant and Deli
On Sunday, May 18th from 5 to 9 PM, Isaac’s Restaurant and Deli will hold a Community Fundraiser Night to benefit York Habitat for Humanity’s “Field of Dreams Project”. Twenty five percent of the cost of your eat -in or take- out meal will go to fund the building project to construct a new home in Dover this summer for a family with a young son battling Leukemia. Be sure that you indicate that you would like your donation to go to Habitat’s Field of Dreams project. Isaac’s has locations at Village of Meadowbrook, Carlisle Commerce Center on White St, South York Plaza on South Drive and the Grandview Shopping Center, Hanover. For details, contact Dick Sindlinger, 717-792-3072 or email dicksind@aol.com or phone any of Isaac’s locations.

May 18, 2008
Spring Festival at Kain County Park
Spring Inspiration by the Lake Festival will be held on Sunday, May 18th from 11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Lake Redman, William H. Kain County Park. All day activities include crafts, demonstrations, seminars, entertainment, radio controlled airplanes, dog demonstrations, half price boating, children games and crafts, food, and much more. Students of the Inspire Studio of the Arts will provide featured entertainment.

There is no admission or parking fee for the event.

Directions to Lake Redman, from Interstate 83: take exit #14. Follow Leader Heights Road west to S. George Street. Turn left on S. George Street and follow into the town of Jacobus. Turn left onto Church Street. Follow ½ mile to William H. Kain County Park on left. For further information, contact the York County Park, 840.7440.
May 25, 2008
Nature Quest
Are you ready for an adventure? Your mission, should you choose to accept it, will lead you on a trail through the Nature Center and out on the hiking trails at Nixon County Park. The York County Department of Parks and Recreation presents an all-ages “Nature Quest”, a self-led, clue-driven scavenger hunt with minor perils and pitfalls from 2:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Sunday May 25, 2008. Join the fun and search for hidden treasure with Parks Program Coordinator, Jeri Jones. There is no fee for the program, and pre-registration is not required. For more information, please contact the Nature Center at Nixon County Park at (717) 428-1961.

For more information on programs go to our web site at www.yorkcountyparks.org.
May 25, 2008
Salem Lutheran Church of Dover Feeds the Hungry
More than a dozen youth and adults from Salem Lutheran Church of Dover will prepare food and feed the hungry at two locations in York city in cooperation with Compassion York. According to Pastor Edgar Reed, Pastor of Salem Lutheran, last year 16 people from the church assisted in setting up the serving line and serving food. Approximately 200 men, women and children are expected to be fed through this endeavor on May 25th. Food will be served at the parking lots of Grace Lutheran Church, 150 Jefferson Avenue, York at 5 PM and St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 231 S. Beaver Street, York at 5:45 PM. Funds for this project have been provided by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.

May 27, 2008
Community Open House - St. Anne's Retirement Community
St. Anne’s Retirement Community will have a community open house on Tuesday, May 27, 2008. Senator Brubaker will be attending at 2:30 to give a breif message, and join in the festivities. Tours will be given throughout the day, light refreshments will be served. Please call Christina at 717-285-6112 for more information

May 28, 2008
Canoe & Kayak Lessons at Lake Redman
York County Department of Parks and Recreation and Uller’s Ski and Board Shop are co-sponsoring canoe and kayak lessons on Lake Redman, William Kain County Park this summer on selected Wednesdays. The lessons are scheduled for 5:45 p.m. until dusk on the following dates: May 28, June 25, and July 23.

You can bring your own canoe or kayak or rent one from the boat concession, for $10.95 plus tax for the first hour. There is no fee for the lessons. Pre-registration is required. Call Uller’s Ski and Board Shop at (717) 747-0095 to pre-register or for more information. For information on other programs go to www.yorkcountyparks.org.
June 1, 2008
Faith's Central Kick Off Block Party
Join us on Sunday, June 1 at 7PM for Faith's Central Kick Off Block Party There will be free food, music and fun for the whole family. You can find us at St. Paul's UMC 45 First Ave. in Red Lion. Call Kay at 244-2355 for more information.

June 1, 2008
Edible Plants Walk
Combine a love of hiking with a love of food, and you will find culinary happiness trailside. From nature’s nibbles along the trail to dishes to cook at home, learn the art of foraging for wild edible plants. Learn identification and collection tips, ethics, recipes and what to look for through the seasons during the Edible Plants program at Nixon County Park from 2:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 1, 2008. The program will be lead by Parks naturalist Amber Carothers and park volunteer Rose-Anna Behr. The program will culminate with a tasting session including natural teas and native flour pancakes. There is a $5.00 fee and pre-registration is required. For more information or to pre-register, please contact Nixon County Park at (717) 428-1961.

June 13, 2008
Bluegrass Concert Series - Jesse McReynolds & Virginia Boys
Bluegrass Concert Series at Liberty Fire Company located at 339 East Main Street in New Holland, PA. Admission is $16 at the door - 12 & under FREE. Doors open at 5:30PM - show at 7:00. Opening act - Horst Brothers.

June 15, 2008
Father's Day Hike
York County Department of Parks and Recreation is sponsoring a special Father’s Day walk from 2:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., on Sunday, June 15, 2008, at Nixon County Park. Lead by Jeff Kuhns, biologist, local science teacher and father, this walk will explore nature’s activities in the woods and streams just before summer. Designed for a father to bring the family or for the entire family to treat dad to a special activity, come celebrate Father’s Day. The program is free with no-registration required. For more information contact Nixon County Park at (717) 428-1961.

For more programs, go to www.yorkcountyparks.org.
June 21 & 22, 2008
Grand Opening - Dallastown Area Historical Society
GRAND OPENING - DALLASTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

"OPEN HOUSE" - Saturday & Sunday June 21st & 22nd from1:00 - 4:00 pm

Location: 118 East Main Street, Dallastown

Free Parking Available Rear of Historical Society @ 118 East Main Street

Memorabilia for the area will be on display. Come and enjoy the treasures of the past!

For More Info Call 244-8217
June 20 - 22, 2008
US Muslim Peace & Unity Event
US Muslims Convene in Pennsylvania to Promote Peace & Unity — Several thousand US Muslims will gather at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center on June 20th through 22nd for a three day Annual Convention to promote peace and unity. The 60th Annual Convention is sponsored by the USA Chapter of the worldwide Ahmadiyya Muslim Community (AMC), who actively spread the message of “Love for All, Hatred for None.”

The AMC spans over 180 countries and has a worldwide membership exceeding tens of millions. It was founded in 1889 by his Holiness, Mirza Ghulam Ahmad of Qadian, who claimed to be the spiritual second advent of the Messiah and the promised Reformer awaited by the Muslims. His message was to end religious wars, condemn bloodshed and reinstitute morality, justice and peace. He unequivocally condemned violence and terrorism in any form and for any reason and emphatically declared that an aggressive “jihad by the sword has no place in Islam”.

The AMC holds the distinction of being the foremost Islamic organization with a central spiritual leader. This year’s Convention is of particular importance, as it falls on the Community’s 100th anniversary of Khilafat (the spiritual institution of successorship to prophethood). The Community’s fifth and current spiritual leader, Mirza Masroor Ahmad, resides in the United Kingdom. Through this central leadership, the AMC maintains a track record of moderation, tolerance and unity across the globe.

A highlight to the three day weekend gathering at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center is a special welcoming and interactive session for guests and dignitaries on Saturday (June 21st) from 3:30 to 6:00 PM. It is open to the public and all are welcome.
June 19 - 21, 2008
Yard, Sub, and Bake Sale
First St. Johns annual Yard, Sub and Bake Sale will be June 19, 20 and 21 at 140 West King Street, York.

Members and friends are busy cleaning out their attics and spare rooms and gathering treasures for this once a year event! We got raves over the baked goods and subs last year and people couldn’t believe the amazing bargains that they found!!

Please mark your calendar TODAY! We start around 8AM, so plan to be there early. If you have items you’d like to donate, bring them to the church or contact Dick Sindlinger at 717-792-3072.
June 29, 2008
Car Wash Fund Raiser
Cheerleaders from Northeastern Senior High School will hold a benefit car wash on June 29 from 11 AM until 3 PM at the parking lot of McDonalds Restaurant , 4245 North George Street Extended in Manchester. Proceeds from the car wash will benefit the York Haven-Shelley Park Inter-Community Renovations Fund.

Shelley Park is located on Cassel Road in the southern part of Newberry Township. Buck and Kate Shelley donated the 36 acre parcel in 1992. Shelley Park is adjacent to the York Haven Elementary School and the Borough of York Haven. The park originally had 3 baseball fields, a multi-use soccer field, a concession stand, a storage facility and a ½ mile bituminous walking trail. A pavilion and grill are also available. With the receipt of a PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources matching fund grant in 2005, the Township has added a tot lot. The tot lot houses slides, climbing equipment, swings, including an ADA accessible swing, and spring toys. Another new addition in 2005 was a regulation basketball court. Approximately 1/3 of the park is open woodland and offers an exceptional area to picnic, cross-country ski and sled ride. Eagle Scout Troop members, Brad and Travis Peters and Justin Shellenberger, provided the pavilion and benches, trash can liners and a new nature trail.Plans are underway for the addition of picnic pavilions, a youth playground, a volleyball court and a skateboard park.

July 18, 2008
150 Chances
St. Anne’s Retirement Community is selling 150 chances for a trip for 2 people with golf or 4 people without golf to Ireland, most expenses paid. Proceeds benefit residents at St. Anne’s Retirement Community. The drawing will be held on July 18, 2008. For more information, please contact Terry Mahoney at 717-285-1467.