Bulletin Board

Please note some of these events may have been cancelled due to the current health situation. Before attending, we encourage you to confirm event details.

FRI., SEPTEMBER 24 & SAT., SEPTEMBER 25 – Brethren Disaster Relief Auction, Lebanon Valley Expo. Auction, baked goods, farmers’ market, heifer auction, pole barn auction, quilt auction, coins auction, arts and crafts, food stands and much more. For more info., call Tom Fritz at 717-823-2745 or Gary Stevens at 717-740-1227.

SAT., SEPTEMBER 25 – The Bareville Fire Company, 211 East Main St., Leola, will hold a Drive-Thru Take Out Chicken Pot Pie Sale, from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. or sold out. There is a cost per quart. For more info., call 717-286-3204.

SAT., SEPTEMBER 25 – Scout Troop 115 will hold a Drive Through Popcorn Sale, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 North King St., Denver.

SUN., SEPTEMBER 26 – The Eicher Arts Center, 409 Cocalico St., Ephrata, will host singer-songwriter duo Maggie Spike at 2:00 p.m. Donations will be accepted.

SUN., SEPTEMBER 26 – Hammer Creek Mennonite Church, 590 Hammer Creek Rd., Lititz, will hold a Community Hymn Sing, at 7:00 p.m.

SUN., SEPTEMBER 26 – Adamstown Community Days will hold a Cash Bingo at the Comfort Inn, 1 Denver Rd., Denver. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. Bingo starts at 2:00 p.m.

FRI., OCTOBER 1 – The Ephrata Amvets Post 136, 614 South State St., Ephrata, will hold a Blood Drive, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. For more info. or to sign up, call 717-738-1367.

SAT., OCTOBER 2, 9 & 16 – Mini Mounts Cross Country Race Series will take place at the Ephrata Middle School track at 9:00 a.m. Ephrata Cross Country is offering three races for kids in second through sixth grade. There is a cost per race. Pay on race day. Register by sending your child’s name and grade to ephrataxcboosterclub@gmail.com.

SAT., OCTOBER 2, 9, 23, 30 – A Free Lunch will be held at City Gate, 100 North Main St., Ephrata, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or while supplies last.

SAT., OCTOBER 2 – Inspire Pottery Studio, 393 Locust St., Denver, will be holding an Art Festival, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 20% of the proceeds of the raffle will be going to Community Hope. For more info., call 717-314-6527.

SAT., OCTOBER 2 – Vinemont Community Lutheran Church, 1278 Fritztown Rd., Reinholds, will hold a Chicken BBQ, from 11:00 a.m. to ? There is a cost per half or for dinners. For more info., call Linda at 717-327-0858.

SAT., OCTOBER 2 – The 18th Annual Fall Blast 5K Run/Walk will be held in Lititz. All entries will be online. In person registration is available on Friday, October 1 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. during pre-race packet pickup and Race Day morning (8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.). All participants can pick up their packets the night before the race at Hartz Physical Therapy, 804 New Holland Ave., Lancaster, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Race starts at 9:00 a.m. on the Warwick paved trail around the Pebble Creek development. For more info., email fallblast5k@hartzpt.com.

THURS., OCTOBER 7 – The Denver Bingo Association will hold Bingo at the Denver Fire Hall. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 6:45 p.m. For more info., call Randy at 717-572-6395.

FRI., OCTOBER 8 – East Cocalico Lions will hold a Fish Fry with fries and coleslaw at the Reamstown Park, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Drive thru only. There is a cost.

SAT., OCTOBER 9 – Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue will hold its monthly “Meet and Greet the Goldens” from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at its Golden Gateway facility, 60 Vera Cruz Rd., Reinholds. Food available to purchase. No admission charge. For more info., call Inza at 717-484-4799.

SAT., OCTOBER 9 – Terre Hill Community Park will hold Fall Fest, at 210 Lancaster Ave., Terre Hill, with events beginning at 2:00 p.m. There will be yard games, pumpkin painting and much more. Free admission and free parking.

SAT., OCTOBER 9 – St. John’s U.C.C. Men’s Brotherhood will be holding their Steak Sandwich Sale at 659 South 4th St., Denver, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. or while supplies last. Proceeds benefit local ministries and community services.

SAT., OCTOBER 9 – The Berks History Center will host the Fall ’21 Road Ramble, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more info. or tickets, call 610-375-4375.

SAT., OCTOBER 9 – Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 N. King St., Denver, is having a Big John Nolt Chicken BBQ dinner from 10:00 a.m. until sold out.

SUN., OCTOBER 10 – The Gap Male Chorus will perform a free concert at 6:00 p.m. at Liberty Baptist Church, 47 Cindia Ln., Ephrata. A love offering will be taken.

THURS., OCTOBER 14 – REAL Life Community Services Fall Banquet will be held at the Indian Rock Conference Center, Woodcrest Retreat at 6:30 p.m. Piercing Word will be entertaining and food will be provided. Entrance is free, but advance reservation is required. For more info., call 717-336-7797.

SAT., OCTOBER 16 – The Millersville VFW Auxiliary will hold an Outdoor Vendor/Craft Event, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at 219 Walnut Hill Rd., Millersville. The rain date is Saturday, October 23. Food available and Chinese auction items. Proceeds will benefit the VFW.

SAT., OCTOBER 16 – The Caernarvon Fire Company will hold a Turkey Supper Fundraiser, from 1:00 p.m. to ?, at 2145 Main St., Narvon (Churchtown). Gates open at 12:45 p.m. There is a cost. Drive thru only.

SAT., OCTOBER 16 – The Denver Women’s Club has rescheduled the Cabin Fever Dance at the Denver Fire Hall, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. with doors opening at 6:00 p.m. Those who previously purchased tickets can contact June at 717-538-5005.

FRI., OCTOBER 22 – East Cocalico Lions will hold a Fish Fry with fries and coleslaw at the Reamstown Park, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Drive thru only. There is a cost.

SAT., OCTOBER 23 – Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 N. King St., Denver, is having a Soup and Sub Sale from 8:00 a.m. until sold out.

SAT., OCTOBER 30 – Brickerville United Lutheran Church, 340 East 28th Division Hwy., Lititz, will hold a Boo-Fire/Trunk or Treat, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

WED., NOVEMBER 10 – Weaverland Anabaptist Faith Community, 210 Weaverland Valley Rd., East Earl, will be providing a hot nutritious meal from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., for dine in only. For more info., call 717-445-6348.

SAT., NOVEMBER 20 – The Durlach-Mt. Airy Fire Company, 880 Durlach Rd., Stevens, will host a Holiday Art and Craft Show of redware pottery, paintings, candles, baskets, Christmas arrangements and more, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Refreshments will be offered by the Ladies Auxiliary. For more info., call 717-336-2717 or 717-572-1951.

SAT., NOVEMBER 20 – Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 N. King St., Denver, is having a Craft Show-Bake Sale from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

SAT., DECEMBER 4 – Brickerville United Lutheran Church, 340 East 28th Division Hwy., Lititz, will hold a Christmas Bazaar, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

FRI., DECEMBER 10 & SAT., DECEMBER 11 – Historic Schaefferstown, Inc. will host its Annual Christkindlmarkt at St. Paul’s U.C.C., 1304 Heidelberg Ave., Schaefferstown, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, and from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is free. For more info., call Peg Fitzkee at 717-949-2697 or Harriet Faren at 717-272-8118.

EVERY MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Lifetree Café is being hosted at The General Sutter Inn, 14 East Main St., Lititz, at 7:00 p.m. Topic changes weekly. Everyone is invited. For more info., call Pastor Jason at 717-333-9238.

EVERY MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Trinity Evangelical Church, 110 Main St., Terre Hill, will hold TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly). Weigh in 5:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with meeting to follow. For more info., call 717-445-5595.

FIRST MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH – The Ephrata Area Garden Club will be meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Udder Choice. Open to everyone. For more info., call or text Steve at 717-917-0925 or email sksmiller@yahoo.com.

FIRST MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Meeting of the Cocalico Creek Watershed Association, 7:00 p.m. at the Cocalico Sportsman Club Building on Sportsman Rd., just north of Reinholds.

FIRST MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH – The Ephrata Public Library, 550 South Reading Rd., Ephrata, will host the support group “You are not alone” from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Open to those who have lost a loved one to a drug overdose. For more info., email urnotalone90@gmail.com.

SECOND MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Memory Loss Support Group meets from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the 3rd floor Conference Room at Lancaster General Health Suburban Outpatient Pavilion. For more info., call Shelby Swartley at 717-544-3280.

THIRD MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Tri-County Scrollers meet from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Stevens Fire Hall. All Scrollers, lathe turners and decorative woodburning are welcome. For more info., call Michael Freitag at 717-723-7825.

SECOND AND FOURTH MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Ephrata Cloister Toastmasters meet at the WellSpan Ephrata Hospital, 6:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more info., call 717-336-0321.

SECOND AND FOURTH MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH – East Cocalico Lions Club meeting held at Reamstown Fire Hall, 12 West Church St., starting at 6:30 p.m. For more info., call 717-336-5311.

EVERY TUESDAY – DOVE Westgate, 1755 W. Main St., Ephrata, will hold a parent support group, PAL (Parents of Addicted Loved Ones) at 7:00 p.m. Participants must be 18 or older. Childcare is not provided.

EVERY TUESDAY – The Brickerville Fire Company, 10 Hopeland Rd., Lititz, will hold Bingo. All cash program. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Bingo starts at 7:00 p.m.

EVERY TUESDAY – Akron Church of the Brethren, 613 Main St., Akron, will hold “Walking Down God’s Path” at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome. For more info., call 717-859-2156.

EVERY TUESDAY – Akron Church of the Brethren, 613 Main St., Akron, will hold a Nicotine Anonymous Meeting, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

EVERY TUESDAY – Al-Anon Family Group, 12 Step Program of Recovery, United Methodist Church, 120 West Main St., New Holland, 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

EVERY TUESDAY – Al-Anon Family Group, 12 Step Program of Recovery, Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center, 1500 Highland Drive, Lititz, 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

EVERY TUESDAY – Inter-Denominational Group Bible Study will be held at 670 Lancaster Ave., New Holland, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Open to men of all ages including families. For more info., call 717-445-5413.

EVERY OTHER TUESDAY – PATH will meet at Ephrata Reformed Presbyterian Church, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more info., call Patty at 717-682-9976.

FIRST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – The Worship Center, 2384 New Holland Pike, Lancaster, is offering “Standing Together” a cancer support group to those with cancer, their caregivers and cancer survivors, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

FIRST AND THIRD TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Bible Study Group at the Lititz Church of the Brethren, 300 West Orange St., Lititz, at 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., in classroom #218. All are invited to attend.

FIRST AND THIRD TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Denver Lions Club will hold a meeting at the Denver Fire Company, Locust St., Denver, at 6:30 p.m. For more info., call Brian at 717-484-4926.

SECOND TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – New Joy Church, 35 New Joy Drive, Ephrata, will hold a Free Soup Meal from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

SECOND TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Brownstown Young At Heart Seniors meet at Olde Hickory Grill, 709 Olde Hickory Rd., at 11:30 a.m. There is a cost. All seniors are welcome. For more info., call Abe Shrom at 717-588-2214.

SECOND AND FOURTH TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Reformed Presbyterian Church of Ephrata will present Studies in Revelation at 7:00 p.m. For more info., call the church at 717-733-0642 or Jim Harris at 717-431-7432 or email Jimandevalyn@yahoo.com.

SECOND AND FOURTH TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – New Holland Lions Club meeting at Yoder’s Restaurant, New Holland, at 6:30 p.m. For more info. or to get involved with the Lions Club, contact James Bronson at 717-355-0230.

THIRD TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Loyal Christian Benefit Association (LCBA) Local Branch 1557 holds monthly meetings at 6:00 p.m. at the Udder Choice Restaurant. New members welcome. Bring a friend.

THIRD TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – PALS (Pregnancy After Loss Support Group) is open to anyone pregnant after a miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss. Meets at the Lancaster General Health Campus, second floor Pain Center, 2100 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more info., contact Share of Lancaster at 717-823-2789.

EVERY TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY – Pre-school story time at 10:00 a.m. for children ages 2 to 6 at Adamstown Area Library, 3000 North Reading Rd., Adamstown.

EVERY WEDNESDAY – Codependents Anonymous Support Group meets every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at Hope United Methodist Church, 3474 Rothsville Rd., Ephrata. For more info., call Bob at 717-380-4911.

EVERY WEDNESDAY – A Women’s Devotional Gathering will be held at Scratch Bakes, Main St., Ephrata, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. All welcome. For more info., call Luann at 717-723-5603.

EVERY WEDNESDAY – The Ephrata American Legion will host Bingo. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Games start at 6:45 p.m. For more info., call 717-733-2576.

EVERY WEDNESDAY – Kids For Christ will be held at Ephrata United Zion Church, 408 E. Fulton St., Ephrata, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:10 p.m. Bible teachings, games and snack. Bring your child to get registered the first night. For ages K through 12th grade.

EVERY WEDNESDAY – St. Luke’s United Church of Christ, 222 North Broad St. (Route 501-N), Lititz, serves a Free Lunch from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome. All ages. For more info., call 717-626-7100.

EVERY WEDNESDAY – Al-Anon Family Group, 12 Step Program of Recovery – Hope United Methodist Church, 3474 Rothsville Rd., Ephrata, 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

EVERY WEDNESDAY – Gam-Anon Meeting every Wednesday evening, 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Ephrata Church of the Brethren, 201 Crescent Ave., Ephrata. For more info., call Shirley at 717-413-6789.

FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Korean War Veterans (of all service branches) meet at the Oak Leaf Manor (North), 2901 Harrisburg Pike, Landisville. Doors open at 2:00 p.m. Light buffet lunch at 2:30 p.m. along with a short business meeting. Meeting concludes at 3:45 p.m. For more info., call Bill Kelley at 717-560-9424.

FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Golden Trail Senior Activity Center will be held at New Holland U.M.C., 120 West Main St., New Holland, for seniors 60+ years, at 10:00 a.m. PA Coop Ext. will teach healthy food shopping and eating. For more info., call 717-940-0386.

FIRST AND THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – The Akron Senior Center Pinochle Group meets from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Lions Lodge in Roland Park. No experience necessary. There is no charge for having fun playing cards.

THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Historic Conservation Trust of the Ephrata Area will hold its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the meeting room of the Old Railroad Station in Ephrata. The public is invited. Use the rear entrance of the building.

THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Vietnam Veterans of America, Lancaster County, Chapter 1008 meets at Pheasant Ridge Community Center, Lancaster, beginning at 2:00 p.m.

FOURTH WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Epilepsy Foundation Eastern Pennsylvania will host a support group meeting at Lancaster General Hospital in Stager Room 5 on Duke St. from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Meetings are free and open to the public. For more info. or to register, call Kerri Michnya at 1-800-887-7165 ext. 104.

EVERY THURSDAY – Liberty Baptist Church, 47 Cindia Lane, Ephrata, will hold a Bible Study (KJV only). Light refreshments at 6:30 p.m. with study starting at 7:00 p.m. Everyone welcome. For more info., call 717-733-0396.

EVERY THURSDAY – Celebrate Recovery, a Christian 12-step recovery program for anyone with hurts, habits and hang-ups, meets at Petra Church, Student Life Center (east entrance), 565 Airport Rd., New Holland, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more info., call 717-587-2202.

EVERY THURSDAY – East Cocalico Church of the Brethren, 4 Bunker Hill Rd., Reamstown, Ladies’ Bible Study, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. For more info., call 717-336-7616.

EVERY THURSDAY – LAPSIT and Toddler program at 10:30 a.m. A program with stories, music fingerplays and crafts for ages 2 to 3. At the Adamstown Area Library, 3000 North Reading Rd., Adamstown.

EVERY THURSDAY – Al-Anon Family Group, 12 Step Program of Recovery, Ephrata Community Hospital, 169 Martin Ave., Ephrata, use main entrance, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

EVERY THURSDAY – Al-Anon Family Group, 12 Step Program of Recovery, St. James Catholic Church, 505 Woodcrest Ave., Lititz, 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

SECOND THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH – 1st U.M.C. of Ephrata – Senior Moments – 11:30 a.m. There is a small cost for a meal and entertainment. All seniors welcome. For more info., call Carol at 717-738-2465.

SECOND THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Young Homeschoolers Book Bingo will be held at the Ephrata Public Library at 1:00 p.m. Bring a gently used children’s book for a prize. Space is limited. Sign up at younghomeschoolers@yahoo.com.

SECOND AND FOURTH THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH – A M.O.M. Group will be held at Ephrata Church of the Nazarene from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Childcare will be provided for school aged children. There is a cost.

FIRST AND THIRD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH – West Earl Lions Club (Brownstown) will hold a meeting at The White Swan Restaurant at 6:30 p.m. For more info. or to get involved with the Lions Club, contact Abe Shrom at 717-588-2214.

THIRD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH – The Terre Hill Historical Society meets in the Terre Hill Community Center at 7:00 p.m. Anyone interested in preserving the history of Terre Hill is invited to attend. For more info., call 717-445-6678.

THIRD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH – The Woman’s Club of Ephrata will hold their meeting at the Eicher Arts Center, 409 Cocalico St., Ephrata, at 1:00 p.m. For more info., call Deb at 717-738-1632.

THIRD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH – MOMS Club of Ephrata Monthly Business Meeting and Social, 10:00 a.m. at the Ephrata Public Library in the Multi-Purpose Room. For more info., email ephratamomsclub@yahoo.com.

EVERY FRIDAY – Live Country Music at the Denver Fire Hall, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. For more info., call 717-738-3323.

FIRST AND THIRD FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH – St. James Catholic Church, 505 Woodcrest Ave., Lititz, will hold Memory Café (a memory support group), at 6:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. For more info., call Mary Read at 717-333-0689 or email lcaPeru717@aol.com.

SECOND FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Lovin’ Lititz Every 2nd in downtown Lititz on Main and Broad Streets, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sponsored by Downtown Lititz Merchants. For more info., call 717-626-6332.

FIRST SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Faith United Evangelical Lutheran Church, 357 Walnut St., Denver, will distribute food to families in need, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. For more info., call 717-336-2141.

SECOND SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Free Clothing Giveaway at Bible Fellowship Church of Ephrata, 491 Peach Rd., Ephrata, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. For more info., call the church at 717-733-2526.

SECOND SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Widow 2 Widow in Room #132 at Worship Center, 2384 New Holland Pike, Lancaster, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. A ministry to bring comfort, support, encouragement and guidance to women who have lost their husbands through death. For more info., contact Elaine Severein at 717-397-1272.

SECOND AND FOURTH SATURDAY OF MARCH – Free Breakfast will be held at City Gate, 100 East Main St., Ephrata, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

SECOND, THIRD AND FOURTH SATURDAY EVERY MONTH – East Cocalico Church of the Brethren Men’s Bible Study meets 7:00 a.m. at the church at Bunker Hill Rd., Reamstown. Call 717-336-7616 for details.

SECOND AND FOURTH SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Paws to Read, holds three sessions at 10:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 11:00 a.m. at the Lititz Public Library, 651 Kissel Hill Rd., Lititz.

EVERY SUNDAY – Divorce Care will be held at Petra Church, 565 Airport Rd., New Holland, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Join at any time. For more info. or to register, call Pastor Titus Kauffman at 717-354-5394.

EVERY SUNDAY – Celebrate Recovery, a Christian 12-step recovery program, meets at 409 N. State St., Ephrata, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Call 717-733-2000.

EVERY SUNDAY – Al-Anon Family Group, 12th Step Program of Recovery, Zion Lutheran Church, 18 Quarry Rd., Leola, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

FIRST SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH – A Free Jam Session of Blue Grass, Gospel and Country Music at the Denver Fire Hall, 425 Locust St., Denver, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Open stage. (First Sunday of each month except July, August and September). Donations appreciated.

FIRST & THIRD SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH – The Norlanco Parent and Family Support group meets from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Ephrata Hospital Cedar Conference Room, 169 Martin Ave., Ephrata. Peer support for families facing their loved one’s addiction. For more info., email norlanco2@gmail.com.