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Serving East Berlin Borough, Abbottstown Borough, Reading Township and Hamilton Township in Adams County and Paradise Township and Washington Township in York County and all surrounding communities.

405 North Avenue, PO Box 530 East Berlin PA 17316 717-259-8848 www.ebacc.org info@ebacc.org

Office Hours Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm Friday 8am-4pm Saturday 9am-1pm

Saturday December 7, 2019

8am-2pm

EBACC will be transformed with festive colors, seasonal decorations, and fragrant, fresh pine wreaths. Over 30 vendors will fill the gymnasium, stage, and classrooms. Delicious food will be prepared by our jolly kitchen krew and served throughout the day. Join us for breakfast and lunch. Door prizes every hour all day long!

Don’t miss this great holiday event!

Be sure to bring along your shopping list!

24th Annual

Winter 2019 Newsletter

EBACC will be closed from December 16 through January 5 for Phase I of the restroom renovation project. See page 2 for more information.

*****NO DONATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED BETWEEN DECEMBER 1-JANUARY 31*****

The mission of the East Berlin Area Community Center is to enhance the quality of life in our community through recreational activities and classes fostering personal growth.

YOUTH BASKETBALL SIGN UPS

See Page 6 for more information

Christmas Festival in East Berlin Friday, December 13, 2019 from 4-8pm

Saturday, December 14, 2019 from 8am-12noon

Book Bingo, kid-sized Candyland, KPETS, cookie decorating, and of course Santa are only a few of the fun activities this year. The Kitchen Elves will have the kitchen open both days. Be sure to stop in Friday for supper — hearty potato soup, sandwiches and warm apple crisp with ice cream. The festivities continue on Saturday. Start your day with Breakfast with Santa.

Twenty-minute narrated horse drawn wagon rides are offered both days. Mrs. Claus will share stories of East Berlin and Christmas traditions. Reserve your seat early! $6 per rider. Call EBACC to make your reservation today 717-259-8848.

Double the FUN this year — Children’s Cancer Recovery Foundation will be hosting activities also. Triple F Petting Zoo, tree lighting at 6:30pm, hot cocoa/smores and more activities for the kids.

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Activities That Teach —

a workshop for those working with youth

March 4, 2020 Snowdate March 11

10:00am-2:00pm Cost: $25 per person (includes lunch)

$20 for more than one participate from the same organization

Kids learn best by doing! This workshop presents user-friendly activities designed for grades three through twelve which will influence student behavior for a lifetime. The activities cover many life skill areas — communication, problem solving, working together, decision making, self-esteem, and more. Best part, the activities require very little preparation and materials and take 5 to 30 minutes. Kids love participating because they are non-threatening, safe and most of all fun. Use the activities as stand-alone modules or to add some spice to lesson plans you already teach. Each activity comes with the teaching concept explained, materials needed, activity description, and suggested questions. Activities have been helpful for those in the classroom, after-school programs, camps, church groups, etc.

Thanks to the Warehime Foundation, Robert C Hoffman Charitable Endowment Trust and the East Berlin Borough for their contributions to the restroom renovation project. Phase I of the project will begin December 16. For this reason, EBACC will be closed beginning December 16 through January 5. A temporary office will be located in the current Thrift Shoppe. The office will be open only to accept registrations for classes and basketball and the hours may vary. Please call to make sure the office will be open before you stop in. We are hoping to reopen on January 6 with our regular hours. Keep watching our Facebook page for updates and reopening date. Beginning December 1, we will not be accepting any donations for the months of December and January. Please feel free to donate to other deserving organizations during this time. Please do not leave donations outside the building.

Phase II will be started sometime after the first of the year. During this time, the restrooms will be closed. Heated portable toilets will be located in the parking lot.

REMINDER — EBACC will not be accepting donations beginning December 1 through the end of January.

Please do not place donations outside the building. EBACC will be closed from December 16-January 5 for

Phase I of the restroom renovation.

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Kinder Ready

This class is geared to get your child ready for all day kindergarten. The children will learn today’s preschool basics weather, letters and their sounds, reading readiness skills, sight words, phonemic awareness, kid writing, numbers through at least 20, counting to at least 20, and simple addition. There will be time for developmental play as well as crafts and games. This class is taught by a teacher who is familiar with the kindergarten curriculum and knows where they should be for a smooth

transition. There will be a tiered schedule to help the children adjust more quickly to full day kindergarten. Ages 3-5 year olds and must be potty trained. Limited number of spaces available.

DAYS: Monday/Wednesday/Friday DATE/TIME/FEE: September 9, 2019-May 20, 2020 9am-12noon $120 per month January 6-May 22, 2020 9am-1pm $135 per month

(Optional Lunch Bunch each child brings a lunch and stays until 1pm)

LEAD TEACHER: Kim Bechtel, Member of the Early Education Board for Bermudian Springs School District and Spring Grove School District and United Way of Adams County Ready To Learn Team

Do you love yard sales, garage sales, clearance sales, thrift shops and second-hand shops?

Why not start volunteering at the East Berlin Area Community Center

Be the first to preview all the goodies that arrive at the center daily

Receive special shopping opportunities and special discounts/coupons throughout the year

Build new friendships or bring a friend with you to volunteer and join in the fun!

Call the EBACC Office today!

Orange Traffic Cones and Portable Cone Cart

Industrial Storage Shelving

Electronic Sign

Sound System with wireless microphones

Thanks to everyone that helped make the Historic East Berlin Fall Festival such a success. We are looking forward to next year and making it ever better! If you are interested in helping with the event, please email Pam Lady at p.lady@ebacc.org.

We are continuing to build our craft vendor section. If you are a crafter and would like to receive an application for the 2020 event, please let us know.

SAVE THE DATE September 12, 2020

EBACC Board of Directors

Robin Heyser Reading Township President

Sherry Brown East Berlin Borough Vice President

Jennifer Stefanik Member-at-large Treasurer

Jack Krenitsky Washington Township Secretary

Rob Blandy Reading Township

Mark Malinowski Washington Township

Paul Minnich Hamilton Township

Vacant Hamilton Township

Craig Peterson Abbottstown Borough

Dennis Posey Abbottstown Borough

Robbie Teal East Berlin Borough

Karen Wire Paradise Township

Vacant Paradise Township

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ATTENTION ALL BOOK LOVERS 4-day book sale

March 25-28, 2020 Book categories include: Fiction; Mystery and Suspense; Romance; Science Fiction; Biography; History; Military; Cookbooks; Kids; Art, Science and Nature; Young Adult;, Vintage, Large Print; plus many other categories.

Wed 9am-3pm $2/hardcover;$1/paperbacks Thurs 9am-6pm $10/bag Fri 9am-3pm $5/bag Sat 9am-1pm $3/bag

INDOOR YARD SALE DATES

Dates: January 16-17-18 March 19-20-21

Hours: Thursday 11am-4pm $10/bag Friday 8am-3pm $5/bag Saturday 8am-noon $3/bag

Thousands of items!

Kitchen will be open throughout the Indoor Yard Sale

Opening Day: Friday, November 29 at 9am Closing Day: Saturday, December 14 at 1pm

We turn one of our classrooms into a room full of Christmas and holiday items. New items are added daily so stop by often during the season.

Hours: Monday 9am-3pm Tuesday 9am-6pm Wednesday 9am-3pm Thursday 9am-6pm Friday 9am-3pm Saturday 9am-1pm

NO donations accepted between 12/1/19-1/31/20

EBACC is pleased to accept donations of clean, gently used items during normal business hours.

Clothing * Footwear * Outerwear Housewares * Books * Jewelry Games & Toys * CDs & DVDs

Accessories * Small Appliances Antiques & Collectibles

EBACC is unable to accept: TV * Computer * Monitor * Printer Large Appliances * Large Furniture

Exercise Equipment * Air Conditioner Any items with padding—Baby Furniture, Pillows, Comforters,

Mattresses, Furniture

The cost of disposing certain items takes away from funds we invest in our organization. We appreciate your donations and your help in keeping unsafe, broken or non-working items by not donating such items.

Thank you to our generous community for donating to EBACC!

Thrift Shoppe Hours M-W-F 9am-3pm T-Th 9am-6pm Sat 9am-1pm

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Come workout in an environment that is friendly, convenient, and affordable. We

have something for everyone, from beginners just stepping in the door to

advanced fitness enthusiast.

We accept Tivity, Silver Sneakers,

and Silver and Fit!

Facilities: Cardio room Weight room Circuit training room Locker rooms Showers Basketball court

Membership: Individual, Family,

Student, and Senior+65 For an additional fee:

Personal training & group exercise classes

Hours of operation Mon-Fri: 6:00am to 8:00pm

Sat: 7:00am to 1:00pm

Sun: 9:00am to 1:00pm

NEW MEMBERS ONLY

NO SIGN UP FEE

GET YOUR FIRST MONTH FOR ONLY $20

Promotion Expires 12/15/19

Must present coupon at sign up

EBACC Fitness Center, 405 North Avenue, East Berlin PA

717-259-0149 fitnesscenter@ebacc.org

Do you need help getting started? Have you hit a plateau? We can help!

We have personal training! Call today to schedule a free consultation with one of our certified personal trainers. You’ll

love personal training with us! You will get one on one attention, planning for days when you’re not in the gym, nutrition help, all

with no contracts and the cheapest rates in the area!

Hi, I'm Jenn and I'm thrilled to be part of the EBACC Fitness Center as the new Certified Personal Trainer! I live in Dillsburg with my husband, two daughters and three cats. I am passionate about physical activity and have experienced many of the benefits of staying active. It's not always easy to stay on track but I'm here to help you maximize your effort in and out of the gym and keep you accountable to your goals. In fact, my clients inspire me to stay healthy as well! The foundation of each personal training program will be based on proper functional movement. Functional movements are the movement patterns we use all day,

every day. Like, bending down to pick something up, reaching for something high on a shelf, and carrying heavy loads (like children and laundry baskets). Proper form and proper body alignment throughout the entire program will be emphasized to reduce the risk of injury and to avoid any muscle compensations. Your program will start with exercises that match your current ability with just enough challenge to propel your body to make changes. As you get stronger, we will gradually increase intensity so that your body continues to progress and transform. We can't overlook the effect that proper nutrition has on our health and overall well-being. I encourage a diet full of whole foods, fruits and vegetables. And occasional treats too. I am able to guide you into making some lasting healthy eating habits, one small step at a time. Check out my website for more information: www.realsimplefitness.net. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with any questions you may have! I look forward to hearing from you!

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The East Berlin Area Community Center is proud to host the 25th year of our all volunteer run Youth Basketball Program. This program offers a fun-based, non-competitive approach to learning the basics of basketball. The emphasis will be on an introduction to, and the development of, playing basketball in a team environment. All children play regardless of experience. The focus is on socialization, building self-esteem, and building character along with ball handling, shooting technique, rebounding and defensive principles. Last year, boys and girls ranging from 5 to 16 years of age with many skill levels participated in our program. Youth are divided into the age groups below. Please keep in mind if there are not enough youth in one of the age groups, it will be divided with the younger youth moving down a level and the older youth moving up a level. Most games are played on Saturday with the exception of the 15+ team which plays on Friday evening. Saturday games begin January 25 and run through March 14. 5 & 6 year olds Saturday 8-8:50am Parent Meeting January 18 at 8am 7 & 8 year olds Saturday 9-9:50am Parent Meeting January 18 at 9am 9-11 year olds Saturday 10-10:50am Parent Meeting January 18 at 10am 12-14 year olds Saturday 11-11:50am Parent Meeting January 18 at 11am 15+ year olds Friday 7:30-9pm Parent Meeting January 24 at 7:30pm Practice schedule will be announced once all volunteer coaches are selected. Practices are scheduled based on availability of the volunteer coaches. Teams will practice once a week for one hour. The 15+ team practice will be held prior to their game on Friday evening. We have found that having the older youth practice and play their weekly game on Friday evening works best for their schedule. If anyone or someone you know is interested in coaching or refereeing, contact the EBACC office at 717-259-8848. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: January 6, 2020 FEE: $45 per child (includes t-shirt) $25 for each additional child in the same household (includes t-shirt) $50 per child after January 6 if spaces are available on the team (t-shirt not guaranteed) $30 for each additional child in the same household after January 6 (t-shirt not guaranteed) FULL PAYMENT is due at time of registration. NO REFUNDS after January 6, 2020

—Scholarships available for youth who qualify for Free & Reduced Lunch Program— EBACC is dedicated to making this program a great success once again! If you have any additional questions, please contact the EBACC Office at 717-259-8848. NOTE: EBACC will be closed 12/16/19-1/5/20 for renovations. A temporary office will be located in the Thrift Shoppe to accept basketball registrations.

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EBACC EAST BERLIN AREA COMMUNITY CENTER . . . . expanding your horizons

Immediate Projects:

Restroom Plumbing

Install air conditioning in gymnasium

Future Projects:

Replace Roof on Main Building & Fitness Center

Change to LED lighting throughout building

Refinish gymnasium floor

B U I L D I N G

F U N D 405 North Avenue, PO Box 530, East Berlin PA 17316 717-259-8848 www.ebacc.org info@ebacc.org

The mission of the East Berlin Area Community Center is to enhance the quality of life in our community through recreational activities and classes fostering personal growth.

The halls may not be filled with school children any longer but I can

assure you the halls are still filled with people of all ages. We

continue to be a hub for the East Berlin community through special

events, classes, activities, Thrift Shoppe, Kinder Ready Program,

Fitness Center and many other opportunities that bring our

community together.

Please send a gift today to our Building Fund. From this fund, we

draw the monies needed to maintain this historic building. Our

number one priority at this time is the plumbing issues we are

encountering in the restrooms.

Thank you for your consideration in this request.

P. S. You can help change this situation by your gift of any amount.

Ways to Give

Gifts of Cash —

simplest way to donate

Automatic Debit from Bank Account

— great way to ensure your gift is received on a regular basis

Gifts of Stock or Mutual Funds Shares

— enables donors to avoid capital gains

Real Estate or Personal Property —

will be carefully reviewed prior to acceptance

Life Insurance Beneficiary — when

insurance is no longer needed for wealth replacement

IRA and Retirement Assets Beneficiary —

donors age 70 1/2 and older may transfer up to $100,000 annually from their IRA accounts without first having to recognize the distribution as income

Bequests — you may

include EBACC as a charitable beneficiary

Give Now

Give Big

Give Forever

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There are many rental opportunities at EBACC depending on what type of function you are looking to have. We can accommodate for just about any banquet, party, baby shower, wedding, tournament, or whatever else you have in mind. EBACC has three classrooms, gymnasium, and pavilion available. A completed facility rental form and 50% deposit will secure your rental. Applications and banquet menus are available. Contact the EBACC Office with any questions 717-259-8848.

Babysitter Training

Learn about leadership, decision-making, age group characteristics, safety on the job, including first aid and

choking skills. Use infant manikins to learn infant care skills. Activities and skill sessions are used to reinforce the knowledge gained. Ages 11-15 year olds. Maximum of 12 participants. Bring your own lunch. INSTRUCTOR: Becky Stabler, Red Cross Licensed Training Provider

DATE: Saturday, March 14 TIME: 8:30am-4:00pm (includes breaks/lunch)

FEE: $65 includes manual and first aid pocket guide

Children’s Candy Making Come make some chocolate covered coconut and peanut butter Easter Eggs. We will also dip pretzels to make chocolate covered pretzels. INSTRUCTORS: Angela Hughes, Owner of Aunt Bee’s Candies and Kim Bechtel.

DATE: Sunday, March 29 1:00-2:30pm TIME: 1:00-2:30pm FEE: $15

Public Speaking Every teen has the potential to lead. Leadership requires influence. Our words and actions influence others every day. A leadership assessment quiz provides teens immediate feedback in the first week; this information is personal and not shared in class. Teens learn to cultivate leadership along side learning how to

become an effective public speaker. Their potential, confidence, and personal growth plans arise through this course as they learn to intentionally add value to others through discovering their own unique leadership and public speaking styles. Body gestures, eye contact, vocal variation, handshakes, posture, how to receive and provide feedback, and stage presence are taught through self-evaluation and peer/instructor input. Leadership increases self-worth and self-esteem and this class enriches these personal development areas through a series of impromptu and prepared speeches, classroom exercises, and homework that is for self-assessments. The last class culminates with a Public Speaking Night open to family and friends as their audience in the EBACC gym. This event provides the teens a real-life experience before a semi-unfamiliar audience on a large stage. By the 9th week of classes, the teens are transformed into confident leaders and speakers and ready to showcase their skills. Open to 7th-12th graders. Maximum 12 students. INSTRUCTOR: Michelle Orsi, Distinguished Toastmaster through Toastmasters International, John Maxwell Team Certified Coach, Teacher, and Speaker, and a Certified Revelation Wellness Group Fitness Instructor. DATE: Thursdays, February 6-April 2 TIME: 6:30-8pm FEE: $30

Tae Kwon Do During this 6 week class, students learn kicks, blocks and strikes of traditional Chung Do Kwan Tae Kwon Do. This style of karate is taught primarily as self-defense, but students also gain

physical fitness, increased awareness and self-assurance in a non-competitive environment. Maximum 12 participants. INSTRUCTOR: Pete Golden, 6th Dan SESSION 1: Thursdays, January 23-February 27 6:00-7:00pm Ages 9-12 years old $35 per person SESSION 2: Thursdays, March 5-April 9 6:00-7:00pm Ages 9-12 years old $35 per person NOTE: Adults are welcome to join in the fun with their child by paying an additional $35.

EBACC will be closed from December 16 through January 5 for Phase I of the restroom renovation project. See page 2 for more information.

*****NO DONATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED BETWEEN DECEMBER 1-JANUARY 31*****

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** Zumba Gold is the only class included in your Silver & Fit, Tivity or Silver Sneakers membership with the EBACC Fitness Center**

Zumba Gold Lively Latin and International dance music, along with easy to follow moves, create an intense, dynamic workout. This is geared to age 65+ but all are welcome for a low impact version of Zumba. INSTRUCTOR: Bonnie Deck, Certified Zumba Gold Instructor

Every Wednesday 5:30-6:15pm $5 drop-in fee

NOTE: EBACC will be closed 12/16/19-1/5/20 — NO Zumba classes during this time.

Open Gym Nights Teens and adults who want to practice their volleyball or basketball skills or simply want to enjoy the game with friends are invited to join in the fun at our Open Gym Nights. All ability levels are welcome. Pay as you go. Held weekly unless gym is not available or community center is closed.

Volleyball Basketball Mondays Wednesdays 7:00-9:30pm 7:00-9:30pm

FEE: $3 per person each week

NOTE: EBACC will be closed 12/16/19-1/5/20 — NO open gyms during this time.

Chair Yoga Chair Yoga offers all of the benefits of a classical hatha yoga class by encouraging proper breathing and posture for optimum flexibility and health. All postures, movements and stretches will be performed using the aid of a chair; including both seated and standing poses. This class is ideal for tho

that struggle gettingup and down from the floor. Bring a sticky mat to stabilize your chair. INSTRUCTOR: Lori Houck-Ruffner, Certified Yoga Instructor SESSION 1: Tuesdays, January 7-February 11 9:00-10:00am $36 per 6 week session/$8 drop-in fee SESSION 2 : Tuesdays, March 3-April 7 9:00-10:00am $36 per 6 week session/$8 drop-in fee

Hatha Yoga A variety of basic yoga poses are sequenced in a gentle stream of movement. Includes stretching, breathing practices, and proper body alignment & relaxation techniques. All

levels of ability welcome including first timers. INSTRUCTOR: Lori Houck-Ruffner, Certified Yoga Instructor SESSION 1: Tuesdays, January 7-February 11 6:00-7:30pm $36 per 6 week session/$8 drop-in fee SESSION 2: Tuesdays, March 3-April 7 6:00-7:30pm $36 per 6 week session/$8 drop-in fee SESSION 3: Thursdays, January 9-February 13 9:30-11:00am $36 per 6 week session/$8 drop-in fee SESSION 4: Thursdays, March 5-April 9 9:30-11:00am $36 per 6 week session/$8 drop-in fee

Total Body Burn - *Kid Friendly* Bring your kids and water bottles and join us for a total body strength and cardio fitness class! Designed for moms, dads, grandparents or babysitters who want to get fit with kids in tow. Exercises will focus on using body weight and minimal equipment (which will be provided). Open for participants of any age and fitness level, just be willing to share the space with children. You may wish to bring snacks or activities for the kids or they can join you in exercise. Please bring a yoga mat if possible. INSTRUCTOR: Jenn Plattenburg, Certified Personal Trainer. If there is interest, this class will continue after the 6-week class ends. DATE: Wednesday, February 19-March 25 TIME: 11:00-11:45am FEE: $36 per 6 week session/$8 drop-in fee

Seniors Boot Camp Older adults- Join us for a total body strength and cardio fitness class! Each session will begin with a gradual warm up, followed by

exercises using body weight and minimal equipment (which will be provided) and ending with a cool down and light stretch. All fitness levels are invited and modifications will be given for each exercise. INSTRUCTOR: Jenn Plattenburg, Certified Personal Trainer. If there is interest, this class will continue after the 6-week class ends. DATE: Wednesday, February 19-March 25 TIME: 10:00-10:45am FEE: $36 per 6 week session/$8 drop-in fee

Any ideas of new classes you’d like to see offered? We are

always looking for new classes and instructors. Give the

EBACC Office a call with ideas 717-259-8848

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Intermediate Stained Glass Class

This 5 week class is designed for those who are familiar with the basics of stained glass: cutting, foiling, finishing. This class will concentrate on cutting curves and other shapes to develop a more intricate piece than was

done in the beginning classes. You will have a choice of 2 patterns from which to choose, as well as a wide selection of glass. You will need to bring a small box (a shoe box would be great), scissors, a small bottle (i.e. a prescription bottle with cap), 2 old rags and eye protection (glasses you can get from Home Depot which will fit over your glasses if you wear them, or will just protect your eyes.) Additional $35 supply fee will be collected at the first class (make check payable to Sallie Derr). Maximum 6 participants. INSTRUCTOR: Sallie Derr, Professional Stained Glass and Fused Glass Artist DATE: Tuesdays, February 4-March 3 TIME: 6:00-8:00pm FEE: $50 plus $35 supply fee

Non-Profit Food Safety Certification Course Is your church or non-profit up to date on food safety state certifications? If you are holding dinners, fairs and events where you are serving food, making hoagies, candy, cookies — you need to have this

certification. Minimum of 7 participants. INSTRUCTOR: Clayton Lynch, PA Department of Agriculture DATE: Thursday, April 16 TIME: 9:00am-1:00pm FEE: $5 donation to EBACC

Habit Based Nutrition Class Are you sick of riding the diet rollercoaster? Are you ready to create a solid relationship with food and exercise? We welcome you to break these habits once and for all by

attending our 6 week session. During this course you will learn how to create a nutrition and fitness regiment that works no matter what you have going on around you. We believe that nutrition plans should be designed for your life and not the other way around. This class will help you build the skills necessary to create a healthy relationship with food and help you keep it that way. By taking small steps every week you will learn what your eating and how to eat in a way that is consistent with a real life approach. The class is only 6 weeks, but the information you will take away from this course will be able to be used for a lifetime to come. Minimum of 8 participants for class to run. INSTRUCTOR: Sara Moyer, Precision Nutrition Certified Coach and AFAA Certified Personal Trainer DATE: Thursdays, January 23-Febuary 27 TIME: 6:00-7:00pm FEE: $60 per person for the entire 6 weeks

Community Baker Class — Easy Weeknight Bread Learn how to make basic bread that is easy, inexpensive, and delicious! We want EVERYONE to know how to bake for their own family and friends AND to help others. We’ll use a “No Knead” hearty

bread technique that is simple yet teaches new bakers the basics of bread making in just a couple hours. Using only 4 ingredients, a few everyday kitchen items, and time, everyone can have fresh bread at their table. This class is a confidence-builder and suitable for adults and kids 10 and up. Students will come away with a small loaf of bread they shaped and baked, bread dough they mixed themselves, the recipe for No Knead Bread and instructions for home baking. Maximum 8 participants. INSTRUCTORS: Jayne Hench and Sarah Stokely, Bakewell Farms. Community Bakers are a community-builder, sharing their bounty with others. We invite you to take what you learn and bake a loaf to share with another and join our Community Baker Honor Roll. DATES/TIMES: Thursday, February 27 10am-12:30pm or Thursday, March 12 6:00-8:30pm FEE: $20

It’s “snow” joke, classes at EBACC

are heaps of fun!

This Christmas, gift yourself a class at EBACC

Introduction to Fused Glass Have the winter doldrums? Why not try something new? We are offering an introduction to glass fusing class just to give you an idea of why fusing, or the melting and shaping of glass up to 1400 degrees, is so much fun. You will be

provided all of the supplies to make a glass project. Your art will be fused off campus (as it takes a special kiln and about 12 hours) and then returned to EBACC for you to pick up. While helpful, knowledge of glass cutting is not necessary. Please bring a clean rag, rubber gloves and protective glasses if you don’t wear glasses. DATE: Saturday, February 15 TIME: 10:00am-12:00noon FEE: $35

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Medicare 101 Educational Seminar What a great time to attend this Medicare 101 Educational Seminar since the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period is right around the corner. From October 15th to

December 7th you will be able to sign up or make changes to your current Medicare insurance plan. Whether you are new to Medicare, or have been on Medicare for years, understanding Medicare can be overwhelming! Whether you’re seeking information for yourself or helping a family member navigate Medicare’s complexities, we are here to help. Attend this informal “Medicare 101” seminar, where Liz Heath, Licensed Insurance Broker/Owner, Heath Insurance Solutions, LLC will explain:

The A, B, C’s (and D) of Medicare

Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage

When and to how to enroll

Choosing a Prescription Drug Plan

Supplementing Medicare DATE: Tuesday, January 14 TIME: 10:00 – 11:30am OR DATE: Thursday, January 16 TIME: 6:30 – 8:00pm FEE: Complimentary but registration is required

Philosophy Together Let’s look at a few Philosophers and try to answer their questions with them. Each of us has a mine of information on how we discover what is true and good. My hope is that in these three classes we can read a bit of Plato, focus on how we find truth and connect to our own experience. No papers,

tests or quizzes, I promise. Minimum: 3 participants. INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Thomas J Joyce, PhD, retired Teacher and Pastor DATE: Mondays, April 6 & 13 & 20 TIME: 10:30am—12:00noon FEE: $15 donation to EBACC

Glass Garden Art – It’s Glasstastic! Enjoy glorious blooms in your borders in any season! Add an extra splash of color to a flower bed, enliven an herb garden or jazz up a quiet lawn area. Learn how to create beautiful glimmering gems and accent pieces by making recycled, upcycled and repurposed glass garden flowers. Feel free to bring along glass items to include in

your design. INSTRUCTOR: Sue Fox, Owner of My Garden Glass DATE: Saturday, March 21 TIME: 10:00am-12:00noon FEE: $35 includes all supplies

Introduction to Fly Fishing Clinic - Be careful you might get hooked!

This clinic is perfect for the beginner to step into the sport of fly fishing. The clinic covers fly tying, gear & equipment, entomology, knot tying, reading water, proper way to handle

fish, casting techniques and a field trip. Maximum 6. INSTRUCTOR: Marybeth Norton Session 1 — Introduction to Fly Fishing Session 2 — Fly Tying - Green Weenie & Wooly Bugger Session 3 — Fly Tying - Pheasant Tail & Hares Ear Nymph Session 4 — Fly Tying - Soft Hackle & Elk Hair Caddis Session 5 — Rod Reel Line Tippet Knots & Gear Session 6 — Reading Water & Casting Session 7 — Casting Rap Up Field Trip on Saturday, May 2 from 8am-12noon DATE: Mondays, March 9-April 27 (no class 4/13) TIME: 7-9pm FIELD TRIP : Saturday, May 2 8am-12noon (location and details to be announced) FEE: $130 for all 7 sessions and Field Trip

Activities That Teach — a workshop for those working with youth Kids learn best by doing! This workshop presents user-friendly activities designed for grades three through twelve which will influence student behavior for a lifetime. The activities cover many life skill areas — communication, problem solving, working together, decision making, self-esteem, and more. Best part, the activities require very little preparation and materials and take 5 to 30 minutes. Kids love participating because they are non-threatening, safe and most of all fun. Use the activities as stand-alone modules or to add some spice to lesson plans you already teach. Each activity comes with the teaching concept explained, materials needed, activity described and suggested questions listed. The activities have been helpful for those in the classroom, after-school programs, camps, church groups, etc. TRAINERS: Vicky Miley and Pam Lady DATE: March 4 (Snow date March 11) TIME: 10:00am-2:00pm FEE: $25 per person (includes lunch) $20 for more than one participate from the same organization

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Essential Oils Series— attend one or all; check out discount below Whether you are new to or an avid essential oil user, whether you have joined me in the past or this is your first class, ALL are welcome! INSTRUCTOR: Emma Diehl, doTERRA Wellness Advocate

Essential Oils for Weight Management Whether it's a New Year Resolution or something you struggle with beyond the holiday season, join us as we go through simple, effective steps towards healthy weight management.

DATE/TIME: Tuesday, January 14 6:00-7:30pm

Spring Cleaning with Essential Oils Join us as we cover simple easy recipes to spring clean your home using natural solutions and why it matters!

DATE/TIME: Tuesday, February 4 6:00-7:30pm

Essential Oils for Spring As we gear up for Spring, come learn about natural, effective ways to cope with everything from seasonal discomfort (aka allergies) to pest control.

DATE/TIME: Tuesday, March 10 6:00-7:30pm

FEE: $7 per class Register for all 3 classes and pay $15

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All programs run pending sufficient enrollment. Some class sizes are limited. Please register at least 7 days prior to start of program. Registration forms

are available at www.ebacc.org

Wooden Serving Tray Looking for an unique creative Wooden Serving Tray for your next get together? Join in this workshop where you will create a beautiful wood serving tray. The rounds are pre-stained and approximately 17 inches. Participants will use stencils to

create their unique tray; so chose from standard sayings — Do Small Things with Great Love; Get Cozy & Stay Awhile; Gather — or customize it with your initial or last name. Make this tray truly unique to give as a gift or to keep as your own. Come on out for a little Tuesday night fun! This would be a great workshop to do together in celebration of Valentine's Day a Family Wooden Serving Tray to celebrate your marriage! Minimum 5 participants. INSTRUCTORS: Chris and Donna from “For the Love of Creativity” DATE: Tuesday, February 18 TIME: 6:00-8:00pm FEE: $40 for standard stencil $50 for personalized stencil

Snowman Fun Come on out for some Tuesday night fun and create your own wood block snowman/snowmen. Participants can choose between two snowman options – a single snowman or a set of snowmen. Participants will paint their

wood, then design their snowman to match their own unique personality! Chris will have lots of fabrics to choose from and will provide many examples of expressive snowman faces to give them a little chilly personality! Great way to decorate for the winter or make a cute gift for that someone special. Minimum 5 participants. INSTRUCTORS: Chris and Donna from “For the Love of Creativity” DATE: Tuesday, January 21 TIME: 6:00-8:00pm FEE: $25

Fluid Acrylic Mixed Media Painting Class This unusual, fun painting course is designed to unleash the creative spirit in its participants, whether you are an experienced painter or seeking to explore the artist within. No previous art training

necessary—no brushes! (Unless you want to try over painting.) Through diverse techniques and mixed media, you will produce unique one-of-a-kind miniature (or larger) works of art for notecards, desk art, wall arrangements, ornaments, easel display, and more. The sometimes bizarre techniques demonstrated include puddle, swipe, flip cup, dipping, under and over painting, cell creation and stretch, wandering tornado, tree and swirling rings, string pulling, acrylic skins, and other innovative techniques resulting in impressionist, realistic, and abstract art. Many of these methods result from experimentation--you are limited only by your imagination. Three-fold ingenuity is expressed on canvas and other surfaces, by color and media, and by naming your mini-masterpieces. Supplies necessary to produce at least 10 paintings are furnished. DATE: Mondays, March 9-April 6 TIME: 6:00-8:00pm FEE: $35

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RED CROSS LAY RESPONDER CERTIFICATIONS (2-year certification) — Adult CPR/AED (Component 1) In 4 to 6 minutes a person without breath can begin experiencing brain damage. Learn how to react when the person needs CPR or is choking. Checking the scene and calling for help play a big role in this skill.

Adult First Aid/CPR/AED (Component 2) Assess the situation, get an impression, check the person and alert the advanced medical services via 911. Skills included for assessment, CPR, AED, and severe bleeding. Learn to recognize symptoms and signs of serious situations.

Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED (Component 3) Learn how to assess the situation, the person and decide what action to take. Covers adults, children and infants. Allow 6.5 hours with breaks and lunch time. Participants have two options for completing the above certifications — traditional in-class instruction where all component of the certification is completed in class or blended learning allowing the participant to complete a portion of the instruction online at their own pace and then attend the classroom portion for hands-on instruction. Maximum 12 participants for all components. All participants receive Key-chain Breathing Barrier. INSTRUCTOR: Becky Stabler, Red Cross Licensed Training Provider

In-Class Component 1: Saturday, January 25 8:30am-12:00noon $65 In-Class Component 2: Saturday, January 25 8:30am-2:30pm $75 In-Class Component 3: Saturday, January 25 8:30am-3:30pm $85

Blended Component 1: Monday, February 17 6:00-8:00pm $65 Blended Component 2: Monday, February 17 6:00-8:00pm $75 Blended Component 3: Monday, February 17 6:00-8:00pm $85

Blended Component 1: Thursday, April 16 6:00-8:00pm $65 Blended Component 2: Thursday, April 16 6:00-8:00pm $75 Blended Component 3: Thursday, April 16 6:00-8:00pm $85

Seniors Safe Driving Program – 4 Hour Refresher Course This course is designed to meet the specific needs of older drivers. It covers age related physical changes, declining perceptual skills, rules of the road, local driving problems, and license renewal requirements. Drivers 55 and older taking this course may qualify for a minimum 5% discount on their auto insurance premiums. We recommend you check with your insurance agent. This course is all classroom and there are no tests. Participants must attend both sessions for certification. Participants must complete registration form and attach a copy of their driver’s license, AARP Membership Card and Certificate of Proof of attendance of 8 hour course within the last 3½ years. Registration deadline 2 weeks prior to start of class. Make checks payable to AARP. Minimum 6 participants/maximum 20 participants. INSTRUCTOR: Bruce Rost DATE: Wednesday, March 18 TIME: 8:30am-1:00pm FEE: $15 for AARP Membership $20 without AARP Membership

Seniors Safe Driving Program – 8 Hour Course This course is designed to meet the specific needs of older drivers. It covers age related physical changes, declining perceptual skills, rules of the road, local driving problems, and license renewal requirements. Drivers 55 and older taking this course may qualify for a minimum 5% discount on their auto insurance premiums. We recommend you check with your insurance agent. This eight hour course is all classroom and there are no tests. Participants must attend both sessions for certification. Participants must complete registration form and attach a copy of their driver’s license and AARP Membership Card. Registration deadline 2 weeks prior to start of class. Make checks payable to AARP. Minimum 6 participants/maximum 20 participants. INSTRUCTOR: Bruce Rost DATE: Tuesday & Wednesday, March 24 & 25 TIME: 8:30am-1:00pm FEE: $15 for AARP Membership $20 without AARP Membership

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2019 ELECTRONIC RECYCLING

Open to residents of East Berlin and Abbottstown Boroughs, and Cumberland and

Straban Townships as part of their collection services with Waste Connections

December 7th from 8-10am - East Berlin Borough Park

523 North Avenue, East Berlin

Bring photo ID and Waste Connections bill. For details, contact your municipal office.

READING TOWNSHIP On-lot Septic is required for all residents in Reading Townships. Those in District 2 have until December 31, 2019 to

comply. Those in District 3 will receive information early in 2020. For complete details, please view the Township website at www.adamscounty.us/Munic/ReadingTownship.

Reading Township Office

50 Church Road, East Berlin, PA 17316 Call for more information at

717-624-4222

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Medical 101 Educational Seminars Tuesday, January 14 10-11:30am ~OR~ Thursday, January 16 6:30-8:00pm

Call for information at 717-885-7195 or email me at liz@heathinsurancesolutions.com

NOVEMBER 29 Christmas Shoppe Opens M-W-F 9am-3pm T-Th 9am-6pm Sat 9am-1pm

DECEMBER 7 Christmas Bazaar 8am-2pm Over 30 vendors

13-14 Christmas Festival Friday 4pm-8pm Saturday 8am-12noon

14 Christmas Shoppe Closes — last day to shop! 16 EBACC Closed for renovations

JANUARY 6 EBACC Reopens (tentative) 16-18 Indoor Yard Sale Thursday 11am-4pm $10/bag Friday 8am-3pm $5/bag Saturday 8am-12noon $3/bag

FEBRUARY 8 Afternoon Tea 22 Slippery Pot Pie Supper

MARCH 19-21 Indoor Yard Sale (same as above) 25-28 Book Sale Wednesday 9am-3pm $2 hardcover/$1paperback Thursday 9am-6pm $10/bag Friday 9am-3pm $5/bag Saturday 9am-1pm $3/bag

APRIL 25 Biggest Yard Sale in Adams County 8am-2pm

Thrift Shoppe & Christmas Shoppe

OPEN