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• The Knights of Columbus Council 17028, Saint Philip The Apostle Church is sponsoring a basketball free-throw competition on Jan. 18 for boys and girls ages 9-14. The competition will take place at Saint Philip The Apostle Church gym, 2111 Millersville Pike, Lancaster, from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Participants are required to furnish proof of age and a written parental consent on the day of the event. For more information, contact Matthew Selway at 410-939-0994 or MKSentertainment@gmail.com.
• Information about joining the Lancaster-based Rockets Cycling Team, youth bicycle racing club for boys and girls (ages 15-18) for the 2025 season available online at bikereg.com/rockets-cycling-2025 and by contacting David Butterworth 717-468-8080 or david.majorleaguecycling@gmail.com.
• Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley will be the featured guest at the United Disabilities Services Foundation Gala on May 8 at the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square.Barkley will sit for a fireside chat-style interview, conducted by Eagles insider Dave Spadaro, as part of the event. Also, there will be an exclusive meet-and-greet session with Barkley prior to the gala. Raffle tickets to be sold through March 31 will give 10 winners access to this part of the event. Raffle tickets cost $100; a maximum of 500 will be sold. The drawing to determine the winners will be held April 1 and be live streamed on the UDS Foundation Facebook page. For more information on the gala and sponsorship opportunities, go to udservices.org or email Development@udsfoundation.org.
• Runners and hikers are invited to participate in the 14th annual Lancaster Group of the Sierra Club’s Polar Bear 5K Trail Run/Hike on Jan. 18 at 10 a.m. in Lancaster County Central Park. Participants also may bring their dogs (on a leash) to run or walk with them. Unique prizes and colorful ribbons will be awarded, including to the overall top three male and female finishers; the first, second and third place winners in numerous age and gender categories; and the first three finishers (any age group) who race with their dogs. Special door and dog prizes also are presented! Race day registration and check-in will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the park’s Pavilion 22 (Kiwanis Lodge). Registration fee is $30 though Jan. 5, and $35 from Jan. 6-Jan. 18, including race-day walk-ins. Each participant will receive a commemorative mug. For more information and to register, visit https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=171281&eventId=899947 or “Like” us on Facebook at facebook.com/sierraclublancaster. Funds raised will help finance the Lancaster Group’s Green Grant Program.
• The F&M Track Club welcomes competitive runners to join it at the Franklin & Marshall College track at 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Tuesdays for weekly track workouts. More information regarding other aspects of the club, including membership, is available on the club website at fandmtrackclub.com.
• The Lancaster Road Runners Club invites runners of all ages and abilities to participate in its fun runs, held at 6 p.m. most Tuesdays, rain or shine. Information on the club and its activities may be found on its website, lrrclub.org.
• Free squash court time is being offered at Lancaster Country Day School, 725 Hamilton Road, Lancaster. Rackets, balls and goggles are available to borrow, but indoor court sneakers with non-marking soles must be worn. Times are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-7 p.m., and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. No registration is necessary. To sign up for the mailing list in case of occasional schedule changes, email luo@lancastercountryday.org.
• Greater Elizabethtown Area Recreation and Community Services is hosting pick-up pickleball on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1:15-3:15 p.m. and Fridays from 6-8 p.m. at GEARS Community Center Gym, 70 S. Poplar St., Elizabethtown. Equipment will be available. Each participant will be required to pay a fee ($5 for members, $6 for non-members). No pre-registration is required. For more information, call 717-367-0355.
• Greater Elizabethtown Area Recreation and Community Services is holding beginner lessons for pickleball for those age 16 and up. Learn basic techniques, rules and strategies. All equipment will be provided. Classes will be held on Jan. 22, Jan. 29 and Feb. 5 from 10-11 a.m. at EBIC Church Gym, 996 E. High St., Elizabethtown. Fee is $50 (non-resident rate is $60). For more information or to register, visit GetintoGEARS.org or call 717-367-0355.
• The Lancaster Inferno will hold its inaugural Kicking It Forward Gala, featuring legendary soccer announcer JP Dellacamera, on Feb. 1. As keynote speaker, Dellacamera will share his perspective on the journey of women’s professional soccer in the United States. Attendees will be able to meet him and special guest Carrie Taylor. For more information about the event, go online at lancasterinferno.com.
• Iddy Biddy Tennis will teach children ages 3-6 to play quickly using large-sized RED balls and smaller racquets, nets and courts. The ABC’s (Agility, Balance & Coordination) will be developed through fun activities and games. The class will be taught by Brenda McBride, Elizabethtown High School tennis coach. Lessons will be held on Wednesdays from Jan. 22-Feb. 19, except for Feb. 12, from 9:15-9:45 a.m. at the EBIC Church Gym, 996 E. High St., Elizabethtown. Fee is $50 (nonresident rate is $60). To register, visit GetintoGEARS.org or call 717-367-0355.
• The Lancaster Youth Baseball League, for players ages 10-17, is in need of new umpires for the 2025 season. Good way to earn some extra money. Season starts in mid-April and runs until the end of July. Game start times are 6 p.m. For information, contact Rick Velez at 717-342-8601 or pawildmanone@yahoo.com.
• The Elizabethtown Area School District has openings for a girls lacrosse assistant coach, a boys lacrosse assistant coach and a girls softball assistant coach. Go online at etownschools.org for details and to apply.
• The Cocalico Athletic Department is accepting applications for the following positions: Assistant varsity cheerleading coach (Fall and Winter 2024-25), head and assistant varsity swim coaches and assistant varsity wrestling coach (Winter 2024-25). Acts 34, 114, and 151 clearances required. Applicants should submit a letter of interest and resume to: Cocalico School District, Attention: Roger Czerwinski – Director of Athletics, 800 S. Fourth St., P.O. Box 800, Denver, PA 17517. Any questions regarding this position contact the athletic office at 717-336-1450 or email roger_czerwinski@cocalico.org. Accepting applications until positions filled. The Cocalico School District is an equal opportunity employer.
• Brightside Opportunities Center, 515 Hershey Ave., Lancaster, offers a variety of programs for all ages, with a diverse population — yoga, family yoga, Tai Chi, nutritionist, fitness center and personal trainers, to name a few. If interested in signing up for programs or looking for information, go online to brightsideopportunities.org or contact Willetta Calvin at wcalvin@brightsideopportunities.org or 717-509-1342, ext. 241.
• Ephrata recCenter, 130 S. Academy Drive, offers a wide variety of programs for all ages, including sports, fitness, wellness, aquatics and special events. For information, visit ephratarec.com or call 717-738-1167.
• Greater Elizabethtown Area Recreation & Community Services offers programs and activities for all ages. Registration is accepted online at GetintoGEARS.org, by phone at 717-367-0355 or fax to 717-367-4138 with a Visa or MasterCard credit card and by walk-in or mail-in at 600 E. High St., Elizabethtown, PA 17022.
• Hempfield recCenter, 950 Church St., Landisville, offers instructional, group exercise and sports programs for all ages. Opportunities include aquatics, fitness, lifeguarding, personal training, sport-specific training, tennis, wellness and special events. For information, visit hempfieldrec.com or call 717-898-3102.
• The Lancaster Rec Commission offers programs, including youth and adult instructional sports programs and leagues, senior centers, fitness and wellness classes, summer playgrounds and day camps, full-day child care for infants through age 5, club activities, before- and after-school care, preschool education and seasonal family events. Call 717-392-2115 or visit LancasterRec.org.
• Lititz recCenter, 301 W. Maple St., Lititz, offers a variety of programs for all ages, including sports, fitness, wellness, aquatics, American Red Cross classes, massage/facials and special events. For information, visit lititzrec.com or call 717-626-5096.
• Lititz recROC, 201 Rock Lititz Blvd., Lititz, offers a variety of physical fitness activities, including bouldering, ninja-warrior style obstacle course, traditional fitness and special events. For information, visit lititzrecroc.com or call 717-874-3281.
• Manheim Township Recreation Department offers a selection of sports leagues and programs. For more information, call 717-290-7180, ext. 3100, or visit manheimtownship.org.
• Southern End Community Association in Quarryville offers a wide variety of recreational, exercise, sports programs and leagues. For more information, call 717-806-0123 or see secarec.org.
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