"What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the heart of man imagined, what God has prepared for those who love him." (1 Corinthians 2:9).
As a direct tie-in to our final exhibit gallery, which features a collage of historic images from the Civil War to the Civil Rights Revolution, on Sunday, Jan. 19, Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center (SRMEC) will host a Martin Luther King Jr. Day Commemoration, featuring a documentary…
Happy New Year! As I usually do in my January column, I will list my astronomy highlights for the upcoming year.
We are excited to invite you to again take part in our American Cancer Society Daffodil Days and Tulips campaign. This fundraising event invites individuals, schools, businesses and places of worship to order beautiful cut bunches of daffodils, tulips and potted mini-daffodils to support the…
* St. Mary’s Church, 256 Tract Road, all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the parish hall is Sunday, Jan. 12, 8 a.m. to 12 noon. It includes pancakes, ham, eggs, hash-browns, sausage, coffee, tea, iced tea and orange juice. Carry outs are available. The cost is $10 for adults; $5 for childre…
Somehow winter is flashing by, reminding me of a story in which a great king challenged his subjects to create works of art depicting their ideas of peace and tranquility.
As we turn the page to a new year and ring in 2025, we all tend to reflect on our experiences from the past year—the successes, the life-changing moments, the good and the not-so-good.
In January, the Green Gettysburg Book Club and Gettysburg for Gun Sense will be studying some amazing works. As I delve into these reads, I am also fortunate to have received from Santa a copy of the prize-winning novel, “Orbital,†about watching Earth from the space station, by Samantha Har…
We wrapped up this year with our party, Christmas at the Schmucker House. Totem Pole Playhouse Christmas carolers welcomed guests as they entered, thanks to Totem Pole’s new Director Ryan Gibbs and Managing Director Fern-Marie Aames.
The year 2024 was quite a busy one at the Adams County SPCA!
Since 2010, I have been the in-country director in Nicaragua three different times for the sister city relationship between Gettysburg and Leon, which will hold its annual auction this month on Saturday, Jan. 25, at the Bream Wright Hauser Athletic Complex on the Gettysburg College campus.
Robert Eggers is one of those directors that always puts out exactly the movie he wants. I’m not saying that as a comment on his professionalism or his attitude. I’m saying that because he clearly has the ability to shut down naysayers. If he didn’t, we’d never get the archaic dialogue of 20…
The Dutch were the first to occupy the Delaware Valley at the sufferance of the Lenape Indians in the 1638, along with the Swedes and Finns. This region was nominally if not actually within the orbit of Dutch New Amsterdam by 1655.
The word “stormwater†may create images of swollen rivers and flooded streets, but this term actually describes any amount of rainwater or melted snow which runs off from a developed or natural land area. A potential flood may be the most obvious reason to be concerned about stormwater, but …
Since 1984, Main Street Gettysburg has been dedicated to enhancing our downtown through historic preservation, economic development and community engagement.
Mediation Services of Adams County Inc. (MSAC) is profoundly grateful and pleasantly surprised to announce a significant contribution to our “Forever Fund,†made possible through the generosity of the Adams County Community Foundation’s Giving Spree and its Anonymous Donor contribution.
“Do you need help?†A young man approached me on the street outside of C.A.R.E.S. as I loaded up used blankets to be washed at the North Gettysburg Laundromat, which has graciously provided this service to C.A.R.E.S. for many years.
According to the CDC, children in the United States die from unintentional injuries more each year than from homicide, suicide, and cancer combined. These injuries, including suffocation, drowning, motor vehicle crashes, poisoning, pedestrian safety issues, and fires/burns, are a leading cau…
Make 2025 an ode to the 1966 Simon and Garfunkel Song, Feelin’ Groovy. Slowing down does not mean being less active but rather taking your time and living in the present moment.
Since 2010, I have been the in-country director in Nicaragua three different times for the sister city relationship between Gettysburg and Leon, which will hold its annual auction this month on Saturday, Jan. 25, at the Bream Wright Hauser Athletic Complex on the Gettysburg College campus.
Robert Eggers is one of those directors that always puts out exactly the movie he wants. I’m not saying that as a comment on his professionalism or his attitude. I’m saying that because he clearly has the ability to shut down naysayers. If he didn’t, we’d never get the archaic dialogue of 20…
The following transfers were filed in Adams County Dec. 12-18.
The Dutch were the first to occupy the Delaware Valley at the sufferance of the Lenape Indians in the 1638, along with the Swedes and Finns. This region was nominally if not actually within the orbit of Dutch New Amsterdam by 1655.
The word “stormwater†may create images of swollen rivers and flooded streets, but this term actually describes any amount of rainwater or melted snow which runs off from a developed or natural land area. A potential flood may be the most obvious reason to be concerned about stormwater, but …
Since 1984, Main Street Gettysburg has been dedicated to enhancing our downtown through historic preservation, economic development and community engagement.
Mediation Services of Adams County Inc. (MSAC) is profoundly grateful and pleasantly surprised to announce a significant contribution to our “Forever Fund,†made possible through the generosity of the Adams County Community Foundation’s Giving Spree and its Anonymous Donor contribution.
“Do you need help?†A young man approached me on the street outside of C.A.R.E.S. as I loaded up used blankets to be washed at the North Gettysburg Laundromat, which has graciously provided this service to C.A.R.E.S. for many years.
According to the CDC, children in the United States die from unintentional injuries more each year than from homicide, suicide, and cancer combined. These injuries, including suffocation, drowning, motor vehicle crashes, poisoning, pedestrian safety issues, and fires/burns, are a leading cau…
Make 2025 an ode to the 1966 Simon and Garfunkel Song, Feelin’ Groovy. Slowing down does not mean being less active but rather taking your time and living in the present moment.
Winter is an incredible season to be outside. From glittering ice and snow to the sounds of joyful songbirds that overwinter in our area, being outside is exciting and full of wonder this time of year. If you’re looking for some outdoor time but unsure where to start, check out the Healthy A…
It’s a good time of year to talk about vision.
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Happy New Year! Historic Gettysburg Adams County is delighted to welcome in 2025 as we prepare to celebrate HGAC’s 50th anniversary.
A mission statement is very important to an organization because it helps communicate its purpose and objectives both internally and externally, guide its strategy, and inspire its employees.
For the fourth year in a row, we take a look back at what was read most by each Adams County Library Branch in 2024.
Gettysburg borough recently published a summary of its budget and at the top of the page were pictures of Abraham Lincoln and Dwight Eisenhower. Where was Thaddeus Stevens? He should be part of the Gettysburg Trinity.
The tradition of making a New Year’s resolution or two in January is a great reminder that we are always striving to improve our lives and sense of wellbeing.
Trinity United Church of Christ, Gettysburg, hosted the anniversary celebrations of Ordinations of Ministry of two of its members, Rev. Edward Gobrecht , 60 years, and Rev. Peter Kuhn, 30 years, on Sunday, Dec, 29, during the worship service. Rev. Gobrecht graduated from Reformed Presbyteria…
“I have learned to be content in any circumstance.†~ Philippians 4:11
* St. Mary’s Church, 256 Tract Road, all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the parish hall is Sunday, Jan. 12, 8 a.m. to 12 noon. It includes pancakes, ham, eggs, hash-browns, sausage, coffee, tea, iced tea and orange juice. Carry outs are available. The cost is $10 for adults; $5 for childre…
Like many critics, I despised the 2019 CGI version of “The Lion King.†The new animation was ugly and the rehashing of the story from the 1994 classic without many changes made the whole thing seem unnecessary. But unlike many critics, I’m not ready to throw prequel “Mufasa: The Lion King†a…
Winter. The best time to see the structure in the landscape. There are no flowers to cover, camouflage, or distract from form in the garden.
The following transfers were filed in Adams County Dec. 5-11.
At the Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center, we spend the better part of our waking hours focused on building brighter tomorrows for Adams County kids and families.
As I write this article, the chill of winter is apparent: the windows inside the library are steamy, and nearly every patron walks in bundled in extra layers for warmth. I, admittedly, am not the biggest fan of the cold, but I do love the opportunity to curl up on the couch with a book and a…
As Americans come to the 80th anniversary of the Ardennes Counteroffensive, the Battle of the Bulge, they might be asking themselves: “Is this event really one that should be celebrated?â€
As 2024 comes to a close, I’m filled with gratitude for the incredible year the Land Conservancy of Adams County has had. It’s truly an honor to serve as the secretary of the board of such an amazing organization, and I’m thankful to be part of a community that cares deeply about preserving …
On December 13, the Adams County Community Foundation announced the results of this year’s Giving Spree held on November 7. The incredible total: $3.6 million in gifts for 105 local nonprofits doing important work in every corner of our Adams County community.
After every election, the headlines could read, “Change Has Come to America.†We have seen drastic change in the past four years and should expect more of the same for the coming four years.
Christmas itself didn’t become a national holiday until President Ulysses S. Grant signed a congressional bill into law in 1870. But it became a national holiday because of its growing popularity in the 1850’ sand 60’s.
Cybersecurity might sound like something only your IT team needs to worry about, but the truth is, it’s something everyone plays a role in. With each passing day, cyber threats are getting smarter and more creative. Security Awareness Training (SAT) has become a must-have, not just a nice-to-have.
* St. Mary’s Church, 256 Tract Road, all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the parish hall is Sunday, Jan. 12, 8 a.m. to 12 noon. It includes pancakes, ham, eggs, hash-browns, sausage, coffee, tea, iced tea and orange juice. Carry outs are available. The cost is $10 for adults; $5 for childre…
MEXICO CITY (AP) — On a Sunday afternoon in Mexico City’s Roma neighborhood, Rosa MarÃa Espinosa joins nearly 80 men under a park pavilion to play poleana, a board game requiring mental dexterity that was born in the city’s prisons nearly a century ago.
As I prepared my garden for the dormant season this year during a snowfall, I was reminded, perhaps like many in our eastern temperate climate, that the first blanket of snow often stokes our childhood memories.
The following property transfers were filed in Adams County Nov. 28 - Dec. 4.
The “Sonic the Hedgehog†movie franchise has had quite the history. In 2019, jokes about the poorly received first trailer were everywhere in pop culture. Paramount, to its credit, took the vitriol as constructive criticism and spent months redesigning the main character to have a more palat…
In conjunction with the traditional Christmas Eve service at the Church of the Transfiguration in Blue Ridge Summit, the two manual 10-rank 1898 Adam Stein tracker organ, silent since last June, will once more echo beautiful music through the church with organist Wally McClure at the keyboar…
* Trinity Christian Fellowship, 300 E. York St., Biglerville, will have a Candlelight Christmas Eve Service beginning at 7 p.m. Come and enjoy the lovely flowers decorating the church sanctuary and the evening’s sermon “Long Ago and Far Away†presented by Pastor John Weber. All are invited t…
Rock Chapel Church will present its Traditional Christmas Eve Services on Dec. 24, at 9 p.m. and 11 p.m., according to a release from the church.
As Adams County went for Donald Trump by a margin of 2-1 in the recent election, I hope readers won’t be too scandalized by my confession of having voted for Kamala Harris and being bummed that she fell short in her bid for the presidency. Truth be told, I felt something of a personal invest…
Looking back on 2024, the volunteers of Healthy Adams Bicycle/Pedestrian Inc. (HABPI) have made significant progress on our various projects, and I’d like to share our achievements and activities during the last year.
Did you know that you can access a world of information online with your Adams County Library System library card? We offer a multitude of accessible online resources to library patrons; available at your fingertips, and they are free.
Perhaps you’ve heard the proverb, “Mighty oaks, from little acorns grow.†Often used as a metaphor to remind us that greatness grows from seemingly insignificant things, the saying also helps us think about oak trees, which are truly remarkable for many reasons.
The following property transfers were filed in Adams County Nov. 14-20.
The following property transfers were filed in Adams County Nov. 21-27.
Major depression and anxiety are the most common mood disorders, worldwide, according to a release from Gettysburg Seventh-day Adventist Church.
It is our responsibility to clean up after ourselves whether at home, in the office or out in public. Trash can add up quickly if it is not disposed of properly. Americans throw away an average of 2,500,000 plastic bottles every hour. Every two weeks the amount of glass bottles that are thro…
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.†~ Matthew 11:28
East Berlin Area Community Center (EBACC) will start off the 2025 year with a bang! We will be having our January Indoor Clearance Sale on Jan. 2, 3, and 4. Thursday we will be open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. for $10 a grocery–sized bag, Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for $5 a bag, and Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 no…
