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It’s a very exciting time at United Zion Retirement Community! Join us for our 10th Annual UZRC Car and Motorcycle Cruise on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 from 6pm – dark. Each year, our event grows by leaps and bounds, not only in attendance but also dollars raised, all because of the support from family and friends like you! This year’s event promises to not disappoint as we’ve relocated to our neighbors down the street – Pod 2 at Rock Lititz (201 Rock Lititz Blvd, Lititz, PA 17543). They have graciously partnered with us to allow for more show vehicles, more food trucks, more spectators, and more overall fun!
This event is open to all vehicles and is free to the public. Admission to show any vehicle is by a suggested minimum donation of $15, with all proceeds going to the UZRC Caring Fund. The UZRC Caring Fund provides resources enabling United Zion to continue the same quality of care and daily assistance, should a resident’s own resources become inadequate to cover the full cost of c

The Hospice Labor Day Auction is a weekend filled with Amish food, vintage finds, raffles and thousands of auction items. This free event features Amish made food, handmade quilts, vacation packages, fine artwork and more. All proceeds from the Labor Day Auction directly benefit patients and families receiving Hospice care. Held at the Solanco Fairgrounds on Saturday, September 2 and Monday, September 4 beginning at 7:30 a.m.

Doubt is one of the most renowned plays of our time. EPAC is thrilled to present this topical, relevant, and controversial play to you, our loyal audience. The play is set in the fictional St. Nicholas Church School in the Bronx during the fall of 1964. It opens with a sermon by Father Flynn, a beloved and progressive parish priest, addressing the importance of uncertainty ("Doubt can be a bond as powerful and sustaining as certainty," he says). The school's principal, Sister Aloysius, a rigidly conservative nun vowed to the order of the Sisters of Charity, insists upon constant vigilance. During a meeting with a younger nun, Sister James, it becomes clear that Aloysius harbors a deep mistrust toward her students, her fellow teachers, and society in general. Naive and impressionable, James is easily upset by Aloysius’s severe manner and harsh criticism. Doubt takes the uncomfortable subject of child abuse within the Catholic Church and distills it down to a parable about the philosophi

HippoCamp: A Conference for Creative Nonfiction Writers, now in its third year, is an in-the-flesh extension of Hippocampus Magazine, an online publication dedicated to creative nonfiction. The three-day Pennsylvania writing conference will feature 40+ notable speakers, over 30 engaging sessions in three tracks, interactive panels, author and attendee readings, social activities, networking opportunities, and optional, intimate pre-conference workshops and post-conference pitch session. Headlining keynote speaker is Tobias Wolff (plus book-signing); visit website for full list of keynote and session speakers.

HippoCamp: A Conference for Creative Nonfiction Writers, now in its third year, is an in-the-flesh extension of Hippocampus Magazine, an online publication dedicated to creative nonfiction. The three-day Pennsylvania writing conference will feature 40+ notable speakers, over 30 engaging sessions in three tracks, interactive panels, author and attendee readings, social activities, networking opportunities, and optional, intimate pre-conference workshops and post-conference pitch session. Headlining keynote speaker is Tobias Wolff (plus book-signing); visit website for full list of keynote and session speakers.

This is truly a fun family day including a picnic/all-you-care-to-eat pig roast, auction, raffles, door prizes, a children's carnival, and a popular choice Car Show!
The first 200 people who register for the Picnic get FREE tickets to the Barnstormer game versus Blue Crabs at 6:30pm and FIREWORKS that night.

HippoCamp: A Conference for Creative Nonfiction Writers, now in its third year, is an in-the-flesh extension of Hippocampus Magazine, an online publication dedicated to creative nonfiction. The three-day Pennsylvania writing conference will feature 40+ notable speakers, over 30 engaging sessions in three tracks, interactive panels, author and attendee readings, social activities, networking opportunities, and optional, intimate pre-conference workshops and post-conference pitch session. Headlining keynote speaker is Tobias Wolff (plus book-signing); visit website for full list of keynote and session speakers.

The Children’s Miracle Network at Penn State Hershey’s goal is to enhance the ability of Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital to provide top-notch pediatric healthcare for the sick children of Central Pennsylvania, but they can’t do it without the community’s support! Help us raise money and awareness for an amazing and worthy cause.

Every dollar donated from the Lucky Duck Miracle Derby will go directly toward patient services, research, equipment and educational resources at Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital.

Event day activities include a rubber duck race, specialty food, face painting and crafts. The day will entertain people of all ages with music, games, a silent auction, drink specials and more.

The ducks who place in the top three of the derby will receive a cash prize with first place being awarded $250. Various merchandise will also be available at the event and all proceeds from the event will benefit CMN.

The First Responders Corn Maze 2017 at Oregon Dairy is fun for the whole family. Beginning September 15, 16, 17, stop by for family fun with activities including Pumpkin Skee-Ball, Pumpkin Bowling, Tire Pebble Playground, Replica Milking Cow, Straw Tunnel, Bean Bag Toss, Pumpkin Checkers, Pumpkin Tic-Tac-Toe, Pet a Calf and more!

Regular Maze
Hours:
Friday 10am – Dusk
Last Admission for Regular maze at 6pm.
Saturday 10am – Dusk
Last Admission for Regular Maze at 6pm.
Sunday 10pm – 7pm
Last Admission at 6pm.

Admission Prices:
Adults – $10
Children Ages 3 – 12 – $5
Children 2 & Under FREE!
Group Rate for 15 or More – $1.00 OFF each admission.

Singer, songwriter, recording artist, and worship leader Chuck Girard is in concert on September 16th at 7pm at Junction Center Hall in Manheim. Call (717) 459-3701 or visit www.thejunctioncenter.com for more information.