Monthly Archives: August 2011

The future of farming

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Sarah Chain

Last night I joined a mixed group of students and community members to watch “Out to Pasture: The Future of Farming?” at York College. Actually, I first got lost finding the college, then struggled to find the stairs in the … Continue reading →

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It’s not too late to do a quilt challenge

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Caryn Rupert

The Quilting Friends of the Dillsburg Area Public Library are sponsoring a community quilt challenge for the library’s 2011 quilt and craft raffle. The quilters invite all interested individuals to visit the library and pick up a package of fabrics … Continue reading →

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An alternative to plastic wrap

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Sarah Chain

Education reporter Angie Mason linked to a New York Times article today on the Cram Session blog, reflecting on a push for eco-friendly lunches. I read her post and the article, and it reignited the battle in my mind over … Continue reading →

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Bid goodbye to beloved chicken patties

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Leigh Zaleski

School lunchrooms are taking a bite out of breaded chicken patty infamy. York Daily Record/Sunday News education reporter Angie Mason wrote a story last week about the many healthy changes kids will see in cafeterias — more whole grains and … Continue reading →

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First day of 3rd grade

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Amy Gulli

My baby started third grade yesterday. God! I remember my first day of third grade (although I’ll admit that it seems like forever ago). Here she is: She picked the dress at Target a week or so ago. She tried … Continue reading →

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Jewelry-making class offered in Windsor Township

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Caryn Rupert

Dichroic glass jewelry-making classes are offered at 1:30 and 6:30 p.m. the second Monday of each month at Covenant Moravian Church, 901 Cape Horn Road, Windsor Township. A $5 donation for the church is suggested before each class. Materials cost … Continue reading →

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Are hybrid cars really worth it?

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Smart Staff

I am a bit of a self-proclaimed tree-hugger. So, after a bout of veganism and intense recycling and yoga, none of my friends were surprised when I got a 2010 Honda Insight. (For the record, her name is Ingrid.) Upon … Continue reading →

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Sweet, sweet time off

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Amy Gulli

Wanna know why you haven’t heard from me? Because I was napping. And watching TV. And petting the dog. And petting the cat. And lounging in my pajamas. And spending time in the bathroom all by myself. I, dear folks, … Continue reading →

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Jennifer Pahl’s artwork on display in September

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Caryn Rupert

An exhibition featuring the artwork of Jennifer Pahl will open with an artist’s reception 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 9 at the Mason-Dixon Public Library, 250 Bailey Drive. Pahl uses watercolors to paint the things she loves in life: her … Continue reading →

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Check out New Freedom Fest on Sept. 17

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Caryn Rupert

New Freedom Fest will be Sept. 17 in New Freedom. There will be music, arts and crafts, animals, food, games, dunking booths, a pie-eating contest and more. Artists and craftsmen will sell their work from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. … Continue reading →

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