Five Fun Free Family Things To Do This Weekend – April 17-19, 2015

5) 59th Annual Mennonite Central Committee Pennsylvania Relief Sale tonight 4-9pm and tomorrow beginning at 6:30am(Friday and Saturday April 17 and 18) at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg. Handmade quilts, furniture, original artwork and much more. Fun activities for children will also be available throughout the sale. The auction benefits the relief efforts of MCC. More Info: MCC.org

4) The Chamber Singers of Lancaster Bible College will perform their last concert of the seasong tomorrow (Saturday, April 18) 7pm at Garden Spot Village.  “Travelers Have Tales to Tell,” is a collection of a cappella masterpieces from both sides of the Atlantic More Info: gardenspotvillage.org

3) An evening full of laughter and joy with the A-Team Talent Show tonight (Friday, April 19) 6pm at Wesley Church in Quarryville. The A-Team Performers have all overcome physical and mental challenges and want to share their love, laughter and God’s overcoming Grace. More Info: 717-529-0904

2) Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum Spring Benefit Auction tomorrow (Saturday, April 18) Preview and silent auction begin at 4pm.  Live auction begins at 5:30pm. Heirloom-quality handcrafted items:  artwork, toys, collectibles, jewelry, and more—as well as many other unique objects and services will be auctioned off at this annual sale to benefit Landis Valley’s programming. More Info: http://www.landisvalleymuseum.org

1) Barnstormers Free Fanfest tomorrow (Saturday, April 18) beginning at noon at Clipper Magazine Stadium. Barnstormer mascot Cylo will be joined by Hershey Bar and Turkey Hilda. Activities for the kids include face painting, cookie decorating, lego table and a chance to meet the Barnstormers. At 1pm the Barnstormers and the Blue Crabs will face of for a specail pre-season exhibition game. More Info: lancasterbarnstormers.com  

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do This Weekend – April 10-12, 2015

5 -Starlight Tea Presents Principally Harps, tomorrow (Saturday, April 11) at 7pm at Lancaster Church of the Brethren, Sunset Ave in Lancaster. Principally Harps are duo harpists, Mindy Cutcher and Janet Witman blending the virtuosity of two of America’s finest harpists. More Info: lancob.org

4 – Stand Up For Mental Health Comedy Show, tonight (Friday, April 10) 7:30 pm, at York College of Pennsylvania, Waldner performing Arts Center in York. featuring David Granirer is a counselor, stand-up comic, mental health keynote speaker and author. He also has a Stand Up for Mental Health program, teaching stand-up comedy to people with mental illness. The event will also feature a group of York County comics that David has trained. More Info:  http://smhcomedyshow.eventbrite.com

3 – Lancaster Christian singer/songwriter Lindsay Graham will be at Emmaus Road Cafe tomorrow ( Saturday, April 11), at 7pm  Admission is free. The cafe is located at 1886 Lincoln Highway East in Lancaster.  More Info: 717-478-3672.

2 – A Civil War 150 Year Commemoration Concert by Dearest Home – an ensemlbe of Civil War Music Re-enactors tonight (Friday, April 10) 7:30pm at St. Edward’s Episcopal church, Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster.  More info: dearesthome.com

1 – Aaron Gillespie in concert at Lancaster Evangelical Free Church in Lititz, along with RESET Movement speaker, Josh Brewer and Local Worship Leader Stuart Young. Sunday (April 12)  Doors open at 6:15 pm. The concert is FREE, but free will donations will be accepted. Sponsored by Crossover Student Ministries.  More Info: http://www.lefc.net/

Thank you to everyone who sponsored a child during WJTL’s 26 Hours of Compassion. Thanks also to all the volunteers who answered phones.  Your support will make a difference. If you signed up to sponsor a child, remember to write to them and pray for them often.

Our generous WJTL community stepped up to sponsor more 275 children who are living in extreme poverty.  That includes all of the children in the Compassion project in Guatemala that Lisa and I visited.

Thank You!

FIVE FUN FREE FAMILY THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND!!! March 27-29, 2015

5.  Pequea Church Community Egg Hunt tomorrow (Saturday, March 28) at 1pm at Pequea Church.  Kids 10 and Under come and fill your Easter basket, watch a zany skit and enjoy snacks and time together.  More Info: 717.872.5679

4. Spring Creek Church of the Brethren in Hershey Free Movie Night, tonight (Friday, March 27) A double feature showing two “G” rated films about a group of toys and their adventures. Movie watching will start in the Chapel at 6pm.  Kids and their adults can bring their sleeping bag, pillow, and friends. Popcorn will be served. More Info: http://www.springcreekcob.org/

3.  Limeville United Methodist Church in Gap Easter Egg Hunt tomorrow (Saturday, March 28) at 2 pm. There will be over 4300 eggs filled with candy. Everyone is welcome.  More Info: 717-442-4010

2. Grace Baptist Church of Lancaster will be holding their annual Easter Celebration and Egg Hunt tomorrow (Saturday, March 28) from 10am-noon.  Games, bounce house, crafts, an egg hunt and The Easter story will be shared. The entire family is welcome but the egg hunt is for infant through 6th grade.More Info: 717-394-6991

1.  New Life Church Easter Egg Hunt in Lancaster tomorrow (Saturday, March 28) with 40,000 candy filled eggs, prizes, food, games and grand prize bicycles!!! And it is all for FREE!!!!  Registration and entertainment will begin at 9am and the hunt will begin at 10am on Saturday, March 28. Kids will be hunting in separate marked off areas according to age from birth through 12 years old. More info and to pre-register: https://www.newlifelancaster.org/

Join us today and tomorrow (March 25 & 26) as we seek to sponsor a new project in Guatemala that Lisa and I visited earlier this month.  Please click on the Compassion Banner at WJTL.com or call 866-392-3690. Your $38 a month will revolutionize the life of a very special child. Thank You.

Lisa and Fred and the Children of Chimaltenango, Guatemala Project GU501 that we are hoping to sponsor.

The kids at the Compassion Project were filled with hugs and smiles.

FIVE FUN FREE FAMILY THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND!!! March 20, 21 and 22, 2015

5. Community Room on King in Lancaster is hosting Music Friday Coffeehouse & Open Mic Night tonight (Mar 20) featuring Marty and Aaron from The Stars are Spies. The night is free but a donation will be taken. More Info: Community Room Facebook

4. Singer – songwriter duo Meg and the Right Sound will be performing at Emmaus Road Cafe tomorrow (Saturday, March 21) at 7pm.  The cafe is located at 1886 Lincoln Highway East in Lancaster. More Info: 717-478-3672.
3. FREE Easter Explosion tomorrow (Saturday, March 21) from 9:30-11am at Harrisburg Christian Performing Arts Center, Eisenhower Blvd., Middletown.  The event is open to students age 2 through six grade and includes an egg scramble, crafts and games. Rain or shine. Bring a basket or bag to carry home your goodies.  More Info: 717 939-9333.

2.  Lebanon Valley College will host its sixth annual Community Easter Egg Hunt Sunday, (March 22) at 2pm. The event, to be held on practice fields just north of the main campus. Parking will be available near the Arnold Sports Center. More Info:  www.lvc.edu/spiritual-life

1.  NORTH MUSEUM in Lancaster will reopen tomorrow (March 21) 10am-5pm with Free Admission following renovations. Enjoy the new 41 foot SciDome Theater, hands-on nature gallery, and upgraded dinosaur exhibit. The Museum is located on College Ave in Lancaster. For More information: http://www.northmuseum.org/

FIVE FUN FREE FAMILY THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND!!! March 13, 14 & 15, 2015

5. Rizetta’s Tones an American Celtic World Band will be in Concert for a special St. Patrick’s Day Themed Program Sunday (March 15) 2pm at the Eicher Arts Center, Grater Community Park in Ephrata. More Info: Eicher Arts Center Facebook Page

4. No Longer Alone Ministries FunFestival tomorrow (Saturday, March 14)10am-1pm at Lancaster Brethren In Christ Church. This Way UP will perform at 11am. Face painting, bouncy house, festival type games, magician, Chick-Fil-A Cow, Fish Pond and More. More Info: www.nlam.org

3. The Promise Players will present Sarah Mae & Her Kinfolk Tonight, Tomorrow and Sunday (March 13-15) at Lampeter Church of the Brethren in Lancaster. Friday – 7:30pm, Saturday 2:30pm and 7:30pm and Sunday 2:30pm.  The concert is free but there is a suggested Donation amount to benefit Camp Andrews in Holtwood. More Info: promiseplayers.org

2. Moore’s Chapel’s Cabin Fever, tomorrow (Saturday, March 14) 11am to 2pm at Moore’s Chapel United Methodist Church in Elkton Maryland. Dozens of groups eager to show ways to “go outside and play” including crafts, activities and demonstrations from Freedom Hills Therapeutic Riding Center, Plumpton Park Zoo, Chesapeake Wooden Boat Builderns and More. More Info: Mooreschapel.org

1.  Lititz Area Mennonite School’s Winter Carnival OPEN HOUSE tomorrow (Saturday, March 14) 8:30am-12:30pm at the School on East Newport Road in Lititz.. Carnival games, face painting, crafts and Kids Cookie Break Broadcasting Live. More Info: Lams.info

FIVE FUN FREE FAMILY THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND!!! February 27, 28 and March 1, 2015

5. Lancaster County Youth Symphony String Orchestra Concert tomorrow (Saturday, Feb 28) 4pm at First Presbyterian Church, Orange Street in Lancaster. An offering will be taken. More Info: LCYSO.com

4. Fourth Friday at the River Towns, tonight (Feb 27) 5-9pm at the Susquehanna River Towns of Columbia, Marietta, and Wrightsville. Music, shops, and special events. Take a self-guided tour and view exhibits from local artists. More Info: LancasterPA.com

3. St. Peter’s Musical Arts Concert featuring Celtic-themed musical performances and the Hooley School of Dance – Sunday (March 1) 7pm at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church on Delp Road in Lancaster. More Info: stpeterslutheran-lanc.org

2.Maple Sugar Festival Sunday (March 1) from Noon-4pm at  Fort Hunter Centennial Barn in Harrisburg. Taste real maple syrup on ice cream, try tapping a tree, see maple syrup and candy making. Many children’s activities and maple products for sale. More Info: forthunter.org

1. Green Eggs and Ham breakfast for kids and Dr. Seuss’ birthday celebration at Grace United Methodist Church in Mechanicsburg tomorrow (Sat. Feb. 28) Breakfast 8:30-10am. Dr. Seuss story time and crafts next door at the Simpson Public Library, 10:15-11:30am. Event is free but registration is preferred. More Info: 717-766-3282

FIVE FUN FREE FAMILY THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND!!! February 20, 21 & 22, 2015

5. Piercing Word Presents I Peter on Sunday (Feb 22)  at 6pm at Hammer Creek Mennonite Church in Lititz. The performance features a cast of five actors dramatizing the entire book of I Peter in 18 minutes. More Info: www.piercingword.org

4. The Cofffee Station at Landis Valley tonight (Friday, Feb 20) 6:30-8:30pm , 2351 Oregon Pike Suite 102 at the Shoppes at Landis Valley, behind the CVS on Oregon Pike in Lancaster. Music by Stuart Young and Dalton Greiner. More Info: 717-553-5500
3. An informal bluegrass and gospel jam session & sing-along.
Sunday (February 22)  from 2-4pm at East Petersburg Mennonite Church.  Bring your instrument, your singing voice and your friends and make a joyful noise. More Info: (717) 892-6830.

2.Splashtacular at the Lititz Rec Center Sunday (February 22) from noon to 8pm. Free try-it classes, open gym, pools and fitness center open to the community.More Info: lititzrec.com

1. Join Naturalists for on-going, maple sugaring demonstrations at Pavilion 11 in Lancaster County Central Park – Sunday (Feb 22) 1-4pm See trees being tapped, sap boiled to syrup, and candy made from syrup.  More Info:  717-295-2055

FIVE FUN FREE FAMILY THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND!!! February 13, 14 & 15, 2015

5. Ichthus Coffeehouse tomorrow (Saturday, Feb. 14th) 7-11pm at Immanuel Evangelical Free Church of York with free organic & fair trade coffee and tea, other refreshments, open microphone for music or spoken word, board games for personal entertainment, and free WiFi. This month’s featured artist is The Rock. More Info: IcthusCoffeehouse Facebook page

4.  Jonestown Male Chorus “Sweetheart Concert” Sunday (February 15) 7pm, at St John’s UCC, West Market St. in Jonestown. More Info: jonestownmalechorus.org

3. FREE MOVIE VALENTINE DATE NIGHT tomorrow (Sat. Feb. 14) 7:30pm at Gateway Church in York. Married Couples, engaged couples and committed couples, invited to view THE SONG. Childcare is not provided.  Doors open at 6:30pm. More Info: 717-252-4148

2.The Ugandan Kids Choir will be performing at Grace Baptist Church of Lancaster Sunday (February 15) at 10:45am. The choir is an outreach ministry of the Childcare Worldwide Sponsorship Program. More Info: GBCLancaster.org

1. 10th Annual Fire & Ice Festival in Lititz tonight, tomorrow and Sunday (Feb 13-15) Ice sculptures, food, games, Chili Cook off, Winter Wonderland Carnival, Dodge ball tournament& More. WJTL broadcasting live tonight (Feb 13) 5-9pm. More Info: LititzFireandIceFestival.com