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![Gettysburg is one of the most intriguing,
multilayered, multifaceted places in our
country. There are multiple ways you can
approach the understanding of the Battle
of Gettysburg and its lasting significance.
One of the first things I noticed
about Gettysburg is its great beauty.
We are fortunate to have so much of the
battlefield preserved and rehabilitated.
There’s nothing quite like standing on
the top of Little Round Top and looking
across the Gettysburg landscape. When
you’re walking through the battlefield,
you feel the importance of what
happened here. The Governor and I
believe that there are a handful of
places in the world that are sacred,
and the Gettysburg battlefield is one
of those places.
But the Gettysburg experience is
also the study of war. It’s a study of
leadership. There aren’t many sites
where you can stand in the place where
incredible leadership decisions were
made and the consequences of those
decisions were immediate and dramatic.
It’s also the study of disaster relief
and how a town dealt with a tragedy of
mammoth proportions.
However, the approach that appealed
most to me was the study of arts and
humanities. One of the first things I
noticed about the battlefield was the
beauty of its sculpture—how the story of
the battle is revealed through art.
I worked with Sue Boardman
[Gettysburg Foundation leadership
program director] to develop an Art in the
Park tour, which is still one of my favorite
ways to explore the battlefield.
Then there’s the storytelling aspect.
One hundred sixty-five thousand men
fought there, and every one of them had a
life and a family. Hearing the individual
stories was just such a privilege. One of
the most moving artifacts I saw while
working at the museum was a soldier’s
journal that had newspaper clippings,
photos and a dried flower within it.
They are little pieces of someone’s life.
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theGettysburgAddress.It’ssoconcise,
insightfulandeloquent—withexactlythe
rightwordchoiceforimpact.
I’m delighted that the 150th
anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg
has been such a success, especially for the
community. I’m most happy that many
people visited Gettysburg for the first time
as a result of the promotion surrounding
this important commemoration. I know
many of those first-time visitors will
return. There are so many opportunities
for volunteerism at Gettysburg. It is
a place people can help preserve and
rehabilitate. Whether it’s rolling up
your sleeves and building a fence on the
battlefield, serving on a committee, or
making a contribution, I hope people
will come here and take advantage of
these opportunities because Gettysburg’s
history belongs to all Americans.
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aboutmycareer,beingFirstLady,andthe
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Susan Corbett became the 44th
First Lady
of Pennsylvania when her husband
Tom Corbett was sworn in as Governor
of Pennsylvania on January 18, 2011.
As First Lady, she is passionate about
promoting the commonwealth’s unique
historical and cultural attractions as
Pennsylvania’s First Tourist. In this role,
she visits and recommends must-see
museums, important historic locations
and one-of-a-kind attractions found only
in Pennsylvania. The First Lady has also
begun the Opening Doors initiative, which
aims to increase the number of students
who graduate from high school on time by
focusing on middle school students.
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The Gaslight Inn calls itself an “In-Town Oasis,” and with its
location on Middle Street just a block from Baltimore Street, it is
certainly in the heart of Gettysburg.
“Our guests like that the only thing they need their car for
once they are here is to tour the battlefield,” says innkeeper
Mike Hanson.
The Gaslight Inn makes an excellent honeymoon spot.
Couples can order romantic extras like chocolate-covered
strawberries, in-room massages, long-stem roses and champagne
to make their honeymoons even more memorable.
Breakfast each morning features delicious entrees like
Eggs Benedict, créme brûlée, French toast and baked eggs
in maple egg cups, along with fresh juice and sweet breads.
Hanson uses fresh, local ingredients when available to give you
a true taste of Gettysburg.
“We want to make you feel right at home as soon as you walk in
the door,” Hanson says.
When guests are ready to tour the town, the concierge service
can help them plan out their itineraries and make reservations at
local attractions to make the most of their time in Gettysburg.
The Gaslight Inn
33 E. Middle St., Gettysburg
717-337-9100 or 800-914-5698
www.thegaslightinn.com
Battlefield Bed and Breakfast
The Battlefield Bed and Breakfast is located in a real Civil War-era
farmhouse in Gettysburg. Innkeeper Florence Tarbox works to
make everyone who stays at the bed and breakfast feel welcome
whether they have an interest in history, have a large family or are
traveling with pets.
The farmhouse was built in 1809 on 30 acres behind Big
Round Top. History enthusiasts will enjoy the daily Civil War
discussions with knowledgeable local historians at 8 a.m. each
morning. Guests can learn to fire a Civil War musket, hear
stories of how civilians tried to help the wounded soldiers after
the battle and other topics.
The farmhouse features eight guest rooms. The historic barn
has a guest room that is handicapped accessible, and a honeymoon
cottage can also be found on the property. All of the rooms are
beautifully decorated; some even have Jacuzzi tubs and fireplaces.
The Battlefield Bed and Breakfast is also a great location
for weddings. These are held in the barn (seating capacity is
140 people). The bride and groom can then honeymoon in the
Swan Cottage.
Throughout the year, Tarbox also schedules special events
at the Battlefield Bed and Breakfast, such as Civil War balls and a
February dinner with Lincoln.
Battlefield Bed and Breakfast
2264 Emmitsburg Rd., Gettysburg
717-334-8804
www.gettysburgbattlefield.com
www.gettysburgbattlefield.com
James Gettys Hotel
For those who want something more than a standard hotel room
to stay in while visiting Gettysburg or who don’t want to pay the
expensive prices of a boutique hotel or stay in someone else’s
home, they can get the best of both worlds at the James Gettys
Hotel in downtown Gettysburg.
“The plot of land where the hotel is [located] is the first
piece of land sold out of the Getty family,” says hotel manager
Stephanie Lower.
The building has been rebuilt and added to over the years,
and has served as an inn or tavern in many of its incarnations.
The current building was restored in 1996 to give it the look that
existed in the 1920s. Listed on the National Register of Historic
Places, the James Gettys Hotel offers guests 12 suites, each with
their own style and décor. Each suite has a sitting room, bedroom,
kitchenette and private bath.
“We get Christmas cards each year from guests who have
stayed here. How many places do you know of that get Christmas
cards from guests?” Lower asks.
Continental breakfast in the morning includes breads,
muffins and coffee cakes that are baked in-house each
morning and served with seasonal fruits that are served in
the privacy of your suite.
James Gettys Hotel
27 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg
717-337-1334 or 888-900-5275
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- 1. November/December 2013 CONGRESSIONAL MEDALOF HONOR • HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE • THE FACES OF BATTLE forget what they did here Never 150th anniversary of the Gettysburg Address
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- 5. 3 4 Editor’s Note 6Upfront 13 Gardening Guidance The colorful history of the cranberry BY STEVE ZIMMERMAN 14 First Person Pennsylvania First Lady Susan Corbett 16 Experience Adams 22 How 2 Illuminate your home with holiday lighting BY JEN ESPOSITO 24 Civil War Journal A presidential visit in November 1863 BY JOANNE LEWIS 26 Artisan Pastel artist Dianne Lorden BY NICOLE JOVEL PHOTOGRAPHY BY NOEL KLINE 30 Edible Enlightenment Holiday gifts from the kitchen STORY AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHAELVYSKOCIL 52 On the Menu One Lincoln BY BARBARA D’ARIENZO PHOTOGRAPHY BY CASEY MARTIN 58 Dining Directory 60 Adams county remembered Ramage Press display, 1940 Cover photo by Andrew Murdock A reenactor pauses in a moment of reflection during the 150th Gettysburg Anniversary Committee (GAC) Reenactment this year. departments contents 32 Inside Gettysburg’s Inns Behind the doors of bed and breakfast establishments BY JAMES RADA JR. PHOTOGRAPHY BY CASEY MARTIN 36 2013 Gift Guide Holiday gift ideas from our advertisers 38 Heroes on Hallowed Ground The 2013 Congressional Medal of Honor Society Convention BY JEN ESPOSITO PHOTOGRAPHY BY NOEL KLINE 46 The Faces of Battle Commemorating Gettysburg’s 150th battle anniversary in photos PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANDREW MURDOCK 48 Coming Home to Gettysburg The stories of Pennsylvania’sWorldWar I and II veterans in Soldiers’ National Cemetery BY KAREN HENDRICKS PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANASTASIA TANTAROS features NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2013 38 22 52
- 6. Editor’s note wWhether you’rea longtime resident or a frequent visitor to Gettysburg, you know how the town always seems to take on a special glow at this time of year. Wreaths bedeck doors and windows of homes along the town’s streets. The shimmering Christmas tree takes its place on Lincoln Square, and the homes and businesses along the main thoroughfares and back roads that crisscross all corners of Adams County glow with multitudes of holiday lights. These visible symbols of the holiday season serve as yet another reminder of how much warmth and spirit radiates from this special place. As 2013 draws to a close, this issue of Celebrate Gettysburg is filled with stories that reflect this spirit and the authenticity of Gettysburg. Writer Jen Esposito and photographer Noel Kline share highlights of the recent Congressional Medal of Honor Society Convention in Gettysburg this past September (page 38). Karen Hendricks and Anastasia Tantaros take us to Soldiers’ National Cemetery for a story of “Coming Home to Gettysburg,” a tribute to those World War I and II veterans whose final resting place is here in Gettysburg (page 48). Photographer Andrew Murdock displays his masterful work of the “Faces of Battle,” images of reenactors who participated in the reenactment for the 150th anniversary of the battle (page 46). And writer James Rada Jr. and photographer Casey Martin share some “inn-side” looks at the area’s bed and breakfast establishments (page 32). We at Celebrate Gettysburg are especially honored to share a special First Person story from Pennsylvania First Lady Susan Corbett in this issue (page 14). In her story, she shares reflections on what makes Gettysburg a special place for her. I want to extend a very special thank you to the First Lady, Katie Sokoloski and Kirsten Page from Governor Tom Corbett’s office for bringing this story to the pages of the magazine. As we conclude this year and look ahead to the start of a new year, I want to also thank all of our readers, advertisers and members of the staff for their support of Celebrate Gettysburg this past year. While your names are too numerous to mention in this space, know that all of you have played a huge part in what makes this magazine—and this town, for that matter— so special, not just during the holidays but every day of the year. We send our best wishes to you for a healthy, joyous season. MichaelVyskocil, editor editor@celebrategettysburg.com 4 545 Carlisle Rd. • Biglerville, PA 717-677-8412 • hollabaughbros.com BEAUTIFULLYDESIGNED, CUSTOMMADEGIFTBASKETS Choose from a variety of our pre-designed baskets or let us customize a basket just for you! OPENALLWINTER– CHECKOURWEBSITEFORHOURS HOLLABAUGH BROS, INC. FRUIT FARM & MARKET
- 7. 5 Happy Holidays fromour home to yours! Continue a Company Tradition with a Holiday Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner Party at The Lodges at Gettysburg • Affordable holiday parties and gatherings • Festive holiday décor • Customized menus to match your budget • Professional, hospitable team • 37 Guest lodges and suites • Take the Golf Cart home lodge rates • Stunning views of Gettysburg • Full service catering in partnership with The Carriage House, our Exclusive caterer. The LODGES at Gettysburg 685 Camp Gettysburg Road, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania (717) 642-2500 Toll Free (877) 607-2442 www.thelodgesatgettysburg.com • Meeting packages available for groups from 2 people to 200. • 6,500 square feet of customizable space • Spectacular ballroom with vaulted ceilings and mezzanine. • State of the art audio visual technologies • Lakeside or porch events • Full service bar and wine tastings Our chefs use only the finest ingredients. Our menu features Annie’s Cream of Crab soup, a variety of fresh salads, tender mouth watering steaks and a selection of fresh seafood, veal, pork and chicken entrees. The Ideal Setting for your next meeting or retreat Share in the Splendor of the Lodges... Where History Meets Hospitality
- 8. 6 American Civil WarWax Museum changes ownership The family-owned American Civil War Wax Museum Complex in Gettysburg has changed ownership. FutureStake, Inc. has acquired the museum after C.M.UbermanEnterprisessteppeddown frombeingtheexclusiveproprietor. FutureStake is a Gettysburg-based corporation and plans to operate the museum similarly to the previous owner, with a continuing emphasis on friendly and attentive customer service. The American Civil War Wax Museum Complex is located at 297 Steinwehr Ave. in Gettysburg. For more information on the museum, visit www.gettysburgmuseum.com. New amish market opens in Hanover Hanover has become the hotspot location for a new Amish market. The Amish Markets at Hanover offer 112,000 feet of market space and more than 30 new vendors. The variety of products includes meats, cheeses, produce, gifts and much more. The market is a complement market of The Markets at Shrewsbury, which is family owned by the Silbaugh brothers. The Amish Markets at Hanover is located at 1649 Broadway in Hanover and will be open Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Dancing with the Local Stars returns to Majestic Theater Thecastlisthasbeenfinalizedandtickets areavailableforthefourthannualDancing withtheLocalStars.Theeventwilltake placeJanuary17at7p.m.intheMajestic Theateraspartofafundraiserforthe YWCAGettysburgandAdamsCounty. For more information on this event or to order tickets, call 717-337-8200 or visit www.gettysburgmajestic.org. ProceedsfromGettysburgGarden Club’ssaletobenefitcommunity The Gettysburg Garden Club’s Christmas Greens and Gourmet Gift Sale will use all proceeds from the sale to beautify the Lincoln Square flower gardens and to provide scholarships for Adams County students majoring in horticultural-related fields. The sale offers handcrafted wreaths made from fresh greens, decorated table-size trees, Williamsburg-style wreaths, swags and centerpieces. Seasonal plants and homemade gourmet baked goods will also be offered. The sale will be held Saturday, December 7 at the Charlie Sterner Building, Gettysburg Recreational Park, 545 Long Lane. The event will run from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information on the Christmas Greens and Gourmet Gift Sale, call 717-334-7688 or visit www.gettysburggardenclub.homestead.com. — Anna Seils buzz adams tips and tidbits front Lincoln app chronicles Lincoln’s journey to Gettysburg Theyear2013marksthe150th anniversaryoftheBattleofGettysburg,aswellasthe GettysburgAddress.TheApp“Lincoln1863,”createdbyCelebrateGettysburgCivilWar JournalcolumnistJoanneLewisandtheGettysburgFoundation,chroniclesthejourney takenbyAbrahamLincolnfromWashington,D.C.toGettysburg. TheappincludesfeaturessuchasamapofLincoln’sjourney,digitalpostcardsand photos,triviaandstories,andpeoplethatshapedthejourneyfromWashington,D.C.to Gettysburg.ThereisalsoinformationonhowtoplanavisittotheGettysburgNational MilitaryParkandtheMuseum&VisitorCenter. TheappisfreeandwillbeavailableforiOSmobiledevicesbeginningNovember1. —AnnaSeils
- 9. 7 Turkeys have notalways been viewed with such pity and amusement. On this 150th anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln’s declaration ofThanksgiving as an official federal holiday, it’s fitting to take a second look at the misunderstood bird which has been the centerpiece of American tables for more than three centuries. Turkeys were revered by Native Americans, who ate their meat and eggs. They also created tribal dances based off of turkey movements and used turkey feathers to create headdresses and cloaks for their chiefs. Founding father Benjamin Franklin suggested that the wild turkey, rather than the bald eagle, be the national bird. He stated that “the turkey is in comparison a much more respectable bird, and withal a true original native of America.” The species enjoyed at the first Thanksgiving in 1621 would have been the Eastern Wild Turkey, one of six subspecies of wild turkey native to North America.They are found nearly everywhere in the eastern half of the country and are common throughout the state of Pennsylvania.They were a staple of the settlers’ diet and continued to be readily hunted until they were nearly wiped out of North America in the early 1900s. However, the species was protected and able to rebound.There are now about 7 million wild turkeys roaming North America. Those wanting a head start to lessen the impact of their fattening Thanksgiving dinner (and maybe even glimpse a turkey in the wild) should consider the Twisted Turkey Trail Tussle at Strawberry Hill Nature Preserve on November 16. For more information about the trail run, visit www.strawberryhill.org or e-mail info@strawberryhill.org. Gettysburg College student Madison McMann is currently performing a work study assignment at Strawberry Hill Nature Preserve.The 609-acre preserve features a variety of habitats to explore, including wet and dry woodlands, three ponds, two pristine mountain streams and more. Strawberry Hill is at 1537 Mount Hope Rd., Fairfield. For more information, call 717-642-5840 or visit www.strawberryhill.org. Let’s talk turkey By Madison McMann A variety of advertisers are running special promotional deals and discounts. These printable savings can be found at www.savings.celebrategettysburg.com, or by using the QR code to the right. Current promotional deals include: celebrateSAVINGS Boyer Nursery & Orchards Classic Cuts Hair & Nail Salon Greystone Flower Farm Reid’s Orchard andWinery StephenW.Eyer Jewelers The National Shrine of St.ElizabethAnn Seton Zimmerman’sAzalea Gardens and Landscaping Novelist publishes new CivilWar-era inspired story Christian fiction novelist Janet Stafford has published her latest novel, Walk By Faith (Squeaking Pips Press, Inc., 2013), on the historical events of Gettysburg.The novel follows the fictional character Maggie Smith as she moves from the violence in the city of Blaineton, New Jersey to Gettysburg in hopes of avoiding the Confederate Army.The novel is written as a series of journal entries, dates and locations giving a frame-by-frame understanding of the events taking place. Walk By Faith is a stand-alone sequel to the award-winning novel Saint Maggie. For more details on the novels or author, visit www.janetrstafford.com. —Anna Seils
- 10. 8 adams tips andtidbits Outings in Adams: Congressional Medal of Honor Society Town Hall Forum PhotographybyCaseyMartin front FOX NEWS Sunday’s Chris Wallace listens to a discussion at Gettysburg College. An attendee addresses the panel at the Congressional Medal of Honor Society Town Hall Forum. Barney Barnum, Sal Giunta, Clint Romesha and Chris Wallace take questions from the audience during the Town Hall Forum. Chris Wallace is interviewed by a junior reporter school group from Milford, Pennsylvania. A junior reporter school group from Milford, Pennsylvania poses with military officials. Nonprofit SPOTLIGHT: Casa de la Cultura Casa de la Cultura works to enhance the cultural rights of immigrant communities and create ways for people to explore the arts and healthy living in Adams County. One area the organization focuses on is helping undocumented young people who came to the United States as children and who have pursued either education or military service here receive deferred action permits. SinceJune2012,theorganizationhashelped83youth fromAdamsCountyapplyforadeferredactionpermit;47have receivedtheirpermits.Typically,applicationstakeafewmonths tobeprocessed,accordingtoJorgePerez-Rico,directorofCasa delaCultura,anditistruecommunityinvolvement. Hospitalsprovidemedicalrecordsforproofofresidency; churcheshostworkshopstohelporganizepaperwork,and lawyersassesstheriskofsubmittingapplications. “Non-high-school student applications have been taking longer to process,” Perez-Rico says. “They look more closely at those.” Permit holders are then able to apply for jobs and driver’s licenses. “It is safer for them, and it is safer for the community,” he adds. CasadelaCulturaalsosupportsEnglishasaSecond Languageinstruction,Photovoiceprojects,sports,acommunity gardenandoralhistoryproject.Volunteersareespecially neededtoassistadultswithEnglishlanguagepractice. For more information or to learn about volunteer opportunities, call 717-334-0006, ext. 2340 or visit www.casagettysburg.org. –Ben Streeter TheCongressionalMedalofHonorSociety helditsannualconventioninGettysburgon September18-22.Previously,theconvention hasbeenheldinHonolulu,Hawaii;Louisville, Kentucky;Chicago,Illinoisandmanyother locations.Activitiesincludedanautograph signing,atownhallmeeting,aconcertonthe GettysburgbattlefieldandthePatriotAward Dinner,whichtookplaceattheWyndham GettysburgHotel.ViewmoreontheCelebrate GettysburgFacebookpageandwatchsomevideo footagefromthetownhallmeetingonourblog.
- 11. 9 Whenawoundwon’theal By AnitaFordyce When a wound or open sore doesn’t heal properly after four or more weeks, and you’ve done seemingly everything you and your doctor can do, it may be time to consult a wound care specialist. Non-healing wounds affect more than 8 million people in the U.S. Non-healing surgical wounds may be caused by diabetes, infections, obesity, aging, poor circulation, the effects of radiation therapy or even bug bites. Those confined to wheelchairs or beds are also vulnerable to developing pressure ulcers. Without proper care, serious infection, such as gangrene, may develop and, in the worst cases, may require amputation. Wound care is an emerging specialty able to aggressively treat wounds using more than conventional antibiotic topical treatments. These specialties may include internal medicine, neurology, podiatry and surgery. Depending upon the reason for the ongoing wound, any or all may collaborate in the treatment plan. Beginning with blood tests and other laboratory work-ups to assess blood circulation and particular infections, the cause must be determined before beginning treatment. Treatments may include: • Advanced wound care products to accelerate tissue growth • Compression therapy designed for the individual patient • Hyperbaric therapy (providing a high concentration of oxygen, under pressure, which is proven effective in promoting improved healing of complicated wounds) Sharon Brady, RN, BSN, CWOCN, Director of Wound Ostomy at Hanover Hospital, says that when wounds won’t heal, a local option is the hospital’s newly opened Total Wound Care Center. The center gives physicians and patients specialized expertise needed for a comprehensive management plan. A member of the Healogics™ network, it employs a rigorous scientific approach to explore, test, find and develop the clinically proven methods and technologies needed to reintroduce the body’s natural ability to heal. Hanover Hospital’s Total Wound Care Center is located at 3130 Grandview Rd. in south Hanover. Call 717-316-6999 for information. HENRY F. GARAZO, MD, FACS B O A R D C E R T I F I E D P L A S T I C S U R G E O N Call today to schedule your FREE personal consultation with Dr. Garazo • Breast Augmentation/Lift • Tummy Tuck/Liposuction • Botox & Fillers • Facial Rejuvenation • Skin cancer – diagnosis and treatment • NEW! PSS Skin Care Clinic with Certified Medical Aesthetician With so many options in cosmetic surgery and restorative treatments, it’s more important than ever to get the facts from a board-certified plastic surgeon. Trained by the Chairman of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Henry Garazo continually incorporates the latest proven techniques into his repertoire of skills. We have a AAAASF certified surgery center with specially trained staff on site. PLASTIC SURGERY SERVICES 1140 Conrad Court, Hagerstown, MD 301.791.1800 www.plasticsurgeryservices.net Recognized in “AMERICA’S TOP PLASTIC SURGEONS” 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 405 Boyer Nursery Road | Biglerville, PA 17307 717-677-8558 | www.boyernurseries.com Jams • Jellies • Preserves • Gift Certificates Apple Butter • Cabot Cheese • Garden Statuary Fresh Apple Cider • Cut Holly & Greens Fresh Baked Goods •Live Christmas Trees Apple & Citrus Gift Baskets • Local Pottery We Ship Gift Boxes of Apples! HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Fresh Apple Cider Sale, $4.75 per gallon. Hey, Kids! Santa’s here on Sundays during Open House, 1-3pm. Bring your list! Enjoy refreshments while you visit. December 7th & 8th and 14th & 15th Saturday 7am to 5pm & Sunday 11am to 5pm Free half peck of apples with this ad
- 12. 10 Preparations underway forGettysburg Festival’s Fourth Annual Gingerbread Celebration By Anna Seils The Gettysburg Festival, Inc. will hold its Fourth Annual Gingerbread Celebration and Holiday Mart December 6-7 at the Gettysburg campus of Harrisburg Area Community College, 705 Old Harrisburg Rd.This free event is a fundraiser for nonprofit organizations, Gettysburg Festival and Survivors, Inc. Prizes,“People’s Choice” voting, a live auction of gingerbread houses and a ticketed reception are all part of the event, along with the popular Holiday Mart featuring vendor booths from area artisans and crafters. The Gingerbread Celebration will be accepting entries in the categories of families/school-aged children, amateur/home bakers and professional chefs.There will also be a Gingerbread Man/Women design competition and a gingerbread “Business Challenge.” Submissions will be accepted through November 22, and the winners will be determined through the “People’s Choice” votes submitted during the event. Gettysburg Festival, Inc. is the parent organization of the Annual Gettysburg Fest. Its goal is to provide accessibility to the arts while striving to present family appropriate and affordable entertainment and activities for every taste and budget. Survivors, Inc. provides domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking services to all victims of interpersonal violence while offering a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week hotline service, counseling, support groups, shelter services and traditional housing services. More information about Survivors, Inc. can be found at www.adamscountysurvivors.com. For more information on the Gettysburg Festival, Inc.’s Gingerbread Celebration, visit www.gettysburgfestival.org. Americans love to take pictures. National Geographic estimates that we took some 80 billion photos in 2011 and projects that we’ll snap as many as 105 billion by 2015, thanks in great part to the convenience of camera phones.While more photos are uploaded to Facebook than any other form of social media, the photo site Flickr is seeing a resurgence in usage resulting from a makeover by its parent company,Yahoo! Flickr has two main advantages: sharing of photos to a wide audience and free online storage space. Once uploaded to Flickr, users can highlight their photos via a Flickr photostream on their website, Facebook account or blog. Users can also tweet the URLs of their photos to share them onTwitter. What types of photographs could you upload to Flickr to promote your business or nonprofit? The possibilities include: photos of your products, finished or in behind-the- scenes stages of development; photos that demonstrate your services; smiling employees or customers (you can even add testimonials in the photo comments); and involvement in community or volunteer events. Creating a Flickr account is completely free, unless you’d like to upgrade to an ad-free, paid account.To log in, you will need to create a Yahoo! account, which is also free. Flickr users receive a terabyte of space—that’s about 500,000 photos, according to Flickr. Professional grade cameras are certainly not required.What are the top three most common cameras from which photos are currently uploaded? The iPhone 5, 4S and 3 take the top places. Several Adams County businesses are showcasing the area’s beauty through photography on Flickr: • The Lodges at Gettysburg: Take a virtual tour of this gorgeous property, its cottages and dining facilities. • SegTours of Gettysburg: Enjoy sweeping battlefield vistas combined with the often-comical visuals of visitors on segways. • The Land Conservancy of Adams County: Explore the pastoral settings of preserved Adams County properties. Simply go to flickr.com to get started.Type the above businesses in the search bar, or create your own personal or business account today! Karen Hendricks owns Hendricks Communications, a Gettysburg-based firm specializing in PR, marketing and related services.Visit HendricksCommunications.com or call 717-253-3553 for more information. front Focus on photography with Flickr By Karen Hendricks This column examines the latest social media trends, while highlighting Gettysburg and Adams County businesses.
- 13. 11 What is it?By Anna Seils The coat that graced the shoulders of Union Gen. George G. Meade during the Battle of Gettysburg has returned to Gettysburg, 150 years after the epic battle. The coat is in the style of the standard blue uniform of the Army of the Potomac, including the two major general’s shoulder straps. At the Battle of Gettysburg, Meade is credited for holding off the attack of General Robert E. Lee’s forces and driving the Confederate army back to Virginia. Despite the victory of the Union, President Abraham Lincoln and the public at the time were critical of Meade because of his inability to completely destroy Lee’s forces. Meade had also suffered heavy casualties during the battle that resulted in the death of Union Maj. Gen. John R. Reynolds. Prior to the Battle of Gettysburg, Meade worked his way up through the ranks, starting at the United States Military Academy. He was later promoted to commander of the Army of the Potomac a few days before the Battle of Gettysburg. Meade died in 1872, achieving the rank of major general. AmonumentofMeadeastridehis horse,OldBaldy,canbefoundonCemetery RidgeatGettysburgNationalMilitaryPark. UnionGen.GeorgeG.Meade’scoatiscurrently onexhibitinthe“TreasuresoftheCivilWar” exhibitattheGettysburgNationalMilitaryPark MuseumandVisitorCenter,1195Baltimore Pike,Gettysburg.Thecoatisonloanfromthe CivilWarMuseumofPhiladelphia.Ticketsare available at the ticket counter in the lobby of the MuseumandVisitorCenter,onlineat www.gettysburgfoundation.orgorby telephoneat877-874-2478. Advertising in Celebrate Gettysburg magazine has worked really well for my business. I continue to pick up new customers every month through the ads! Every one of my customers that reads the magazine loves it as much as I do. We enjoy the articles, and the layout does wonders for the advertisers! Carol Leaman, Owner The Good Life Cleaning Service The Good Life Cleaning Service
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- 15. Can you believethat another gardening season is coming to an end and our big holiday season is about to begin? In just a few days, most of us will gather together to start the festive season with the celebration of Thanksgiving. It seemed like just yesterday I was anxiously awaiting the arrival of spring. Now it is time to start preparing for Thanksgiving, Christmas and the beginning of a new year. Partoftheholidayseason’scelebration formanyofusisalargefamilydinner. Inourhousehold,asizeableroastturkey usuallytopsthemenuformostofthese meals,followedbyallthetrimmings.One ofthetrimmingsthatisguaranteedtobe onthetableeachyearisthecranberry.The cranberrymakesitsappearanceinsauces, saladsandwonderfulholidaydesserts. The cranberry is one of only three major fruits native to North America, with the other two being the blueberry and the Concord grape. This small evergreen plant is native to eastern and northeastern North America, and is a member of the heath family. Long before the arrival of Europeans, Native Americans used cranberries as a staple in their diet. They mixed mashed cranberries with deer meat to make pemmican, a jerky-like food that kept for long periods of time. Native Americans dressed arrow wounds with cranberry paste and used the juice as a dye for clothing, blankets and rugs. Since its discovery, cranberries have had many different names. The term “cranberry” that we know today comes from the German and Dutch settlers who referred to it as “crane berry.” This name was derived from the appearance of the cranberry bloom, which resembles the neck, head and bill of a crane. Over time, the berry’s name was shortened to cranberry. Cranberries are very unique plants, growing and surviving in acidic peat bogs. They require few nutrients and thrive in low temperatures. Unlike its first cousin, the blueberry, the cranberry is difficult to grow in the home landscape. Harvesting the cranberry is rather unique. The majority of growers today use either wet or dry harvesting techniques. In the dry harvesting technique, a mechanical picker similar to a lawn mower gently combs the berries from the vines without damaging the plants. The dry method berries are the ones we find bagged in the produce aisle of the market and are ones we use fresh for cooking and baking. The wet harvesting technique begins after the bogs have been flooded with water. Water reels called “egg beaters” are used to stir the water. As the water is stirred, the cranberries separate from the vine and float to the surface. The floating berries are then pumped into trucks and taken to processing plants. These berries are used for processed foods, juices and sauces. Cranberries are a great source of Vitamin C, and studies have shown they aid in the treatment and prevention of urinary tract infections. Approximately 444 cranberries are contained in one pound, and Americans consume more than 400 million pounds each year. More than one- third of that amount is used during the holiday season, starting with Thanksgiving and ending with New Year’s Day. Cranberries can also be used as holiday decorations. Place them on wreaths for added color, or string them onto garlands to decorate your Christmas tree. It is just good old-fashioned fun to string berries for the tree, along with some popcorn. After Christmas, when the tree is put outside, your feathered friends will enjoy picking the goodies off your tree. Enjoy these delightful fruits in any form this holiday season and have a safe and happy holiday season. Steve and Laurie Zimmerman have owned and operated Zimmerman’s Azalea Gardens and Landscaping in Adams County since 1992. Submit questions or comments to zimmermans@embarqmail.com or call 717-642-6256. Visit their website at www.zaglandscaping.com. Gardening Guidance The colorful history of the cranberry | By Steve Zimmerman 13
- 16. Gettysburg is oneof the most intriguing, multilayered, multifaceted places in our country. There are multiple ways you can approach the understanding of the Battle of Gettysburg and its lasting significance. One of the first things I noticed about Gettysburg is its great beauty. We are fortunate to have so much of the battlefield preserved and rehabilitated. There’s nothing quite like standing on the top of Little Round Top and looking across the Gettysburg landscape. When you’re walking through the battlefield, you feel the importance of what happened here. The Governor and I believe that there are a handful of places in the world that are sacred, and the Gettysburg battlefield is one of those places. But the Gettysburg experience is also the study of war. It’s a study of leadership. There aren’t many sites where you can stand in the place where incredible leadership decisions were made and the consequences of those decisions were immediate and dramatic. It’s also the study of disaster relief and how a town dealt with a tragedy of mammoth proportions. However, the approach that appealed most to me was the study of arts and humanities. One of the first things I noticed about the battlefield was the beauty of its sculpture—how the story of the battle is revealed through art. I worked with Sue Boardman [Gettysburg Foundation leadership program director] to develop an Art in the Park tour, which is still one of my favorite ways to explore the battlefield. Then there’s the storytelling aspect. One hundred sixty-five thousand men fought there, and every one of them had a life and a family. Hearing the individual stories was just such a privilege. One of the most moving artifacts I saw while working at the museum was a soldier’s journal that had newspaper clippings, photos and a dried flower within it. They are little pieces of someone’s life. Ialsothinkabouttheprecisionof theGettysburgAddress.It’ssoconcise, insightfulandeloquent—withexactlythe rightwordchoiceforimpact. I’m delighted that the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg has been such a success, especially for the community. I’m most happy that many people visited Gettysburg for the first time as a result of the promotion surrounding this important commemoration. I know many of those first-time visitors will return. There are so many opportunities for volunteerism at Gettysburg. It is a place people can help preserve and rehabilitate. Whether it’s rolling up your sleeves and building a fence on the battlefield, serving on a committee, or making a contribution, I hope people will come here and take advantage of these opportunities because Gettysburg’s history belongs to all Americans. Iamfrequentlyaskedquestions aboutmycareer,beingFirstLady,andthe amazingopportunitiesthatIhavehad.But Ibelievethat,forme,lookingback,being involvedinthecreationofanewmuseum inGettysburgwillbethethingofwhichI ammostproud.Ithaschanged,andwill continuetochange,whatgenerationsof peopleunderstandaboutourhistoryand howGettysburgdefinedusasanation. Susan Corbett became the 44th First Lady of Pennsylvania when her husband Tom Corbett was sworn in as Governor of Pennsylvania on January 18, 2011. As First Lady, she is passionate about promoting the commonwealth’s unique historical and cultural attractions as Pennsylvania’s First Tourist. In this role, she visits and recommends must-see museums, important historic locations and one-of-a-kind attractions found only in Pennsylvania. The First Lady has also begun the Opening Doors initiative, which aims to increase the number of students who graduate from high school on time by focusing on middle school students. 14 first Person Exploring the many facets of Gettysburg’s history and heritage | By First Lady Susan Corbett COMMONWEALTHMEDIASERVICES
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- 18. November 2 HOLIDAY FOODAND WINE PAIRING Adams County Winery 251 Peach Tree Rd., Orrtanna Participate in this class and learn how to pair wines with holiday dishes. 5-7 p.m. $. 717-334-4631. www.adamscountywinery.com. PARTY FOR THE PRESERVE Liberty Mountain Resort 78 Country Club Trail, Carroll Valley Community members and Strawberry Hill supporters are invited to take the opportunity to socialize as well as join the bidding for gift items at the 12th annual auction fundraiser. 6-10 p.m. 717-642-5840. www.strawberryhill.org. November 3 ARTIST RECEPTION Hauser Estate Winery 410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville Joan Lenker, skilled in fine art porcelain sculpting and painting, will be painting wine glasses at this reception event. 2-4 p.m. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com. November 5-9 TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES GIFT FESTIVAL AND ORIENTAL RUG EVENT Fairfield Mennonite Church 201 W. Main St., Fairfield Discover handcrafted gifts and home décor. Browse more than 300 hand-knotted Oriental rugs and fairly traded gift items from more than 35 countries around the world.Tuesday, November 5-Friday, November 8, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; free public seminar,Thursday, November 7, 7 p.m.; Saturday, November 9, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 717-721-8800. http://rugs.tenthousandvillages.com. November 8 SNOWFLAKE GALA Wyndham Gettysburg 95 Presidential Circle, Gettysburg Come for dinner, dancing and bidding on terrific auction items. Proceeds from the event benefit the Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center. 6 p.m. $. 717-337-9888. www.kidsagaincac.org. November 9 SHARE THE LOVE GIFT FAIR AND HOLIDAY BAZAAR Saint Francis Xavier Center 465 Table Rock Rd., Gettysburg Browse a wide selection of Fair Trade gifts, coffees, teas and chocolates as well as holiday gifts and crafts, baked goods and religious articles.Visit the café offering breakfast and lunch items. Raffles for themed gift baskets will also be available. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. 717-334-0333. www.sfxpccw.org. FLY TYING WITH CUSTOM TIED Strawberry Hill Nature Preserve 1537 Mount Hope Rd., Fairfield George Hammond, licensed Pennsylvania Fishing Guide of Custom-Tied Flies and Guide Service, will be teaching how to tie four types of flies. Register by November 7. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $. 717-642-5840. www.strawberryhill.org. November 10 CELEBRATE VETERANS DAY Hauser Estate Winery 410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville This is Hauser Estate Winery’s day to celebrate veterans. Come up on the hill and listen to music by Dearest Home and get delicious food from the Chow FoodTruck. 1-4 p.m. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com. November 13 THE LINCOLN DECEPTION David Wills House 8 Lincoln Square, Gettysburg Constitutional lawyer, speaker and author David O. Stewart presents an enlightening discussion about his latest book, The Lincoln Deception, a historical mystery about the John Wilkes Booth conspiracy. 6 p.m. $. 540-882-4929. www.hallowedground.org. DANCING WITH THE VINES Hauser Estate Winery 410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville Boogie down during the cool nights with disco. Bring a partner or come by yourself.The evening will start with a welcome reception held from 6-7 p.m., followed by the class at 7 p.m. 6-9 p.m. $. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com. November 14 MAINSTREET BRASS Gettysburg Area High School 1130 Old Harrisburg Rd., Gettysburg Listen to the group praised in The Morning Call: “The group is as much at home with Bach fugue as it is playing the blues of Fats Waller… Mainstreet Brass resonates with fun.” 7:30 p.m. $. 717-334-5738. www.gettysburg.com/gca/gcca.htm. November 16 TWISTED TURKEY TRAIL TUSSLE Strawberry Hill Nature Preserve 1537 Mount Hope Rd., Fairfield Come participate in a 10K and 10-mile run and power walk or a 1-mile trail trot. Online registration closes November 14.Walk-ins welcome (cash and check preferred). 8 a.m.- 1 p.m. $. 717-642-5840. www.strawberryhill.org. 16 experience November 1-January 2, 2014 FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS The Outlet Shoppes at Gettysburg 1863 Gettysburg Village Dr., Gettysburg Visit the Outlet Shoppes at Gettysburg and witness the illumination of more than 100,000 lights throughout the holiday season. www.theoutletshoppesatgettysburg.com. ADAMSCOMPILED BY ANNA SEILS HORIZONGROUPPROPERTIES
- 19. November 16 MULLING CLASS AdamsCounty Winery 251 Peach Tree Rd., Orrtanna This class will provide you with the origins of mulled wine along with the proper mulling techniques, demonstrations, recipes and sampling. 1-2 p.m. and 4-5 p.m. $. 717-334-4631. www.adamscountywinery.com. November 18 THE VERBAL TAPESTRY OF THE GETTYSBURG ADDRESS G.A.R. Hall 53 E. Middle St., Gettysburg Come hear how Abraham Lincoln crafted his verbiage for a powerful and positive impact in this presentation by Charles Teague. 8 p.m. 717-334-8312. www.hgaconline.org. November 19 LIVING LEGACY TREE PLANTING CEREMONY Bliss Farm, Gettysburg National Military Park A tree planting ceremony in conjunction with the Journey Through Hallowed Ground’s Living Legacy Project will commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Gettysburg Address. 2:30 p.m. Call 717-334-1124 or 540-882-4929 for directions to the ceremony site. www.hallowedground.org. GETTYSBURG ADDRESSES LINCOLN EVENT Gettysburg Presbyterian Church 208 Baltimore St., Gettysburg Hear Brian M. Jordan, Civil war scholar and adjunct instructor in Civil War Era Studies at Gettysburg College, speak on “The Unfinished Work: Union Veterans,The Gettysburg Address, and the Meaning of the Civil War.” 4 p.m. 717-334-0753. SCREENING OF “THE INVISIBLE WAR” AND DISCUSSION YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County 909 Fairfield Rd., Gettysburg A screening of “The Invisible War” will be followed by a discussion.The film shares the experiences of women who have been sexually assaulted while serving in the military. It also focuses on the struggles to report assaults and bring assailants to justice. 6:30 p.m. 717-334-9171. www.ywcagettysburg.org. HIKING THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL Adams County Agricultural Center 670 Old Harrisburg Rd., Gettysburg Listen to Nate Shank’s presentation about his experience hiking the entire Appalachian Trail. Pre-registration is required. 7-8:30 p.m. $. 717-642-5840. www.strawberryhill.org. November 22 EVENING WITH THE PAINTING Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center 1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg Join the Gettysburg Foundation’s Sue Boardman, Licensed Battlefield Guide and author/historian, on the platform for an exclusive “after-hours” program of the Gettysburg Cyclorama painting.Visitors will explore the history of the genre of cycloramas and in particular the history of the Battle of Gettysburg Cyclorama. The presentation will include a discussion of the massive multi-year conservation effort of our country’s largest painting.The program concludes with extended time on the platform to view the painting in full light and a journey under the diorama to see how the illusion comes to life. Reservations required. 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. $. 877-874-2478. www.gettysburgfoundation.org. November 23 SANTA’S ARRIVAL The Outlet Shoppes at Gettysburg 1863 Gettysburg Village Dr., Gettysburg Come have breakfast and get photos with Santa.This event is for children 12 and younger. 10 a.m. 800-868-7553. www.theoutletshoppesatgettysburg.com. REMEMBRANCE DAY PARADE AND CEREMONIES Downtown Gettysburg Sponsored by the Sons of UnionVeterans of the Civil War, this annual event is held in conjunction with the anniversary of the Gettysburg Address. 1 p.m. 717-259-6156. www.pasuvcw.org. NOUVEAU WINE PARTY Adams County Winery 251 Peach Tree Rd., Orrtanna Celebrate as the Adams County Winery presents the release of the Nouveau wine. There will be live music, tours, food and wine samples.Time TBA. 717-334-4631. www.adamscountywinery.com. 11TH ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE ILLUMINATION Soldiers' National Cemetery, Gettysburg Witness the solemn commemoration featuring a luminary candle on the grave of each Civil War soldier. Candles are placed on graves by Friends of Gettysburg volunteers. 5:30-9:30 p.m. 717-339-2148. www.gettysburgfoundation.org. SONGS AND STORIES OF A CIVIL WAR HOSPITAL Christ Lutheran Church 30 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg Experience live Civil War-era music, featuring local musicians and sing-a-longs. Poetry and readings from hospital diaries bring alive the stories of men and women who were treated and served in the building when it was used as a hospital during and after the Battle of Gettysburg. 7:30 p.m. 717-334-5212. www.candlelightatchrist.org. November 26 ZUMBA, SANGRIA & SKINNY JEANS Hauser Estate Winery 410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville Zumba your way into your skinny jeans and treat yourself to a glass of wine. 6:30 p.m. $. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com. REGIONAL EVENTS FOR NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2013 17 November 19 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GETTYSBURG ADDRESS Soldiers’ National Cemetery 97 Taneytown Rd., Gettysburg This annual observation includes memorial services, a wreath laying ceremony at the Soldiers’ National Monument and a formal ceremony with a keynote speaker. The U.S. Colored Troops Graveside Salute begins immediately following the Dedication Day ceremony. 10 a.m. 717-334-1124. www.nps.gov/gett NOELKLINE
- 20. 18 November 28-29 MIDNIGHT MADNESS TheOutlet Shoppes at Gettysburg 1863 Gettysburg Village Dr., Gettysburg The shops will open at midnight Thanksgiving night and stay open until 9 p.m. Friday, November 29. 12 a.m.-9 p.m. 800-868-7553. www.theoutletshoppesatgettysburg.com. November 30 HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS: A WINE CABARET WITH GETTYSBURG ALUMNI Gettysburg Community Theatre 49 York St., Gettysburg Get into the holiday spirit with an uplifting concert filled with inspiring songs fit for the season. Reservations required. 7 p.m. $. 717-334-2692. www.gettysburgcommunitytheatre.org. December 1 HOLIDAY WREATH CRAFT WORKSHOP Adams County Winery 251 Peach Tree Rd., Orrtanna Start decorating for the holidays with a beautiful wreath you can make from this craft workshop. 1-3 p.m. $. 717-334-4631. www.adamscountywinery.com. December 4 LADIES NIGHT Hauser Estate Winery 410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville Come shop for holiday gifts from a variety of brands. 6-9 p.m. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com. December 6-7 GINGERBREAD & HOLIDAY MART HACC Gettysburg Campus 731 Old Harrisburg Rd., Gettysburg A ticketed reception and live auction will be held from 5-7 p.m. on December 6. Enjoy gingerbread creations and a holiday mart. Participate in the gingerbread creations silent auction and People’s Choice voting. Proceeds will benefit the nonprofit Gettysburg Festival and Survivors, Inc. Friday, December 6, 2-7 p.m.; Saturday, December 7, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. 717-334-0853. www.gettysburgfestival.org. December 7 ENCOUNTERS WITH HISTORY – HOLIDAYS ON THE HOME FRONT AND AROUND THE CAMPFIRE Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center 1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg Join Licensed Battlefield Guide Sue Boardman to experience the holidays like many Americans did in the mid-1860s.Areas of interest include: President Lincoln’sThanksgiving Proclamation in 1863, the introduction of a modernized Santa Claus through the drawings of artistThomas Nast, the belief that Christmas trees brought good luck into a home and traditional holiday recipes. 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. $. 717-339-2148. www.gettysburgfoundation.org. HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Adams County Winery 251 Peach Tree Rd., Orrtanna This event will support the Adams County Holiday Family Outreach. Light foods with sweets from a local bakery will be served. 1-4 p.m. $. 717-334-4631. www.adamscountywinery.com. NATURAL ARTS AND CRAFTS FALL SERIES: WREATH MAKING Strawberry Hill Nature Preserve 1537 Mount Hope Rd., Fairfield Make a “field and forest” wreath from natural collected materials. Everything will be supplied to make one, 10-inch wreath. Pre-registration is required. 1-2:30 p.m. $. 717-642-5840. www.strawberryhill.org. ANNUAL OLDE GETTY PLACE CHRISTMAS PARADE Downtown Gettysburg The parade is the official welcome for Santa Claus in the Gettysburg area.7 p.m.Contact Stephanie McIlwee at 717-334-1518,ext.229.www.adamscha.org. December 8 FIRESIDE TEA: “1860s HOLIDAY BALL” Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center 1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg As part of the FiresideTea series, the Gettysburg Foundation is presenting an “1860s Holiday Ball.” Savor the delicacies of a high tea service while being entertained by theVictorian Dance Ensemble in the Refreshment Saloon. 1-3 p.m. $. 877-874-2478. www.gettysburgfoundation.org. December 15 HOME WINEMAKING CLASS Adams County Winery 251 Peach Tree Rd., Orrtanna This class is led by Adams County Winery’s award- winning winemaker MichaelVorauer. 1-3 p.m. $. 717-334-4631. www.adamscountywinery.com. December 21 A HOLIDAY HAUSER AFTER HOURS Hauser Estate Winery 410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville Enjoy an evening with Kerensa Grey. Catering will be provided by the NEW A-Ville Inn. 6-9 p.m. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com. experience ADAMS December 13 18TH ANNUAL GETTYSBURG TUBA CAROL FEST Lincoln Square in front of the Gettysburg Hotel 1 Lincoln Square, Gettysburg Tuba players will be performing Christmas Carols at the Annual GettysburgTuba Carol Fest directed by retired Upper Adams and Gettysburg Band director Ben Jones.The event is sponsored by the Adams County Arts Council with hot chocolate provided by the Gettysburg Convention andVisitors Bureau and the Gettysburg Hotel. 7 p.m. 717-334-7719.
- 21. CarrollCounty,Maryland November 29-December 14 SEVENTHANNUAL CARROLL COUNTY FESTIVAL OF TREES TownMall of Westminster 400 North Center St., Westminster, Maryland Come witness over 60 lighted, beautifully decorated Christmas trees, including a selection of special designs:“Around the World” and “Heroes Among Us.” Proceeds will benefit The Shepherd’s Staff’s outreach programs. Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Silent Auction closes Saturday, December 14 at 4 p.m. 410-857-5944. November 30-December 8 16TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF WREATHS Carroll Arts Center 91 West Main St., Westminster, Maryland This event features more than 200 unique theme wreaths that range from whimsical to wacky. Hundreds of visitors flock to this event each year to marvel at the extraordinary display of wreaths and to vote for their favorites.The wreaths are sold through a silent auction that benefits the Arts Council. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. daily. 410-848-7272. www.carrollcountyartscouncil.org. CumberlandCounty December 5 CELTIC WOMAN: HOME FOR CHRISTMAS, THE SYMPHONY TOUR Luhrs Performing Arts Center 1871 Old Main Dr., Shippensburg Parting from their critically-acclaimed, majestic tour productions,“Home For Christmas - The Symphony Tour” will organically showcase the Celtic woman in a reverent and dynamic live music experience accompanied by a full symphony orchestra. 7:30 p.m. $. 717-477-7469. www.luhrscenter.com DauphinCounty November 23 BULLRIDE MANIA RODEO FINALS Farm Show Complex 2300 N. Cameron St., Harrisburg Top contestants from the 2013 KnowYour Enemy Tour will complete for more than $10,000 in prize money and year-end championship titles. A concert will take place featuring Jerrod Niemann and a special appearance by Tim Lepard and Team Ghost Riders cowboy monkeys. 7:30 p.m. $. 717-334-7724. www.bullridemania.com. FranklinCounty November 8-10 FRENCH COOKING CLASS Mercersburg Inn 405 S. Main St., Mercersburg Chef Francois Dionot is the founder and director of L’Academie de Cuisine and has more than 30 years of experience in the food-service industry. A founding member and past president of the International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP), he also is a Chef Rotisseur member of the Chaine des Rotisseurs and a member of the Vatel Club.Take advantage of the opportunity to cook with Chef Dionot. 717-328-5231. www.mercersburginn.com Frederick County, Maryland November 1 MISSION OF MERCY’S BUBBLE BALL Frederick Holiday Inn & Conference Center 5400 Holiday Dr., Frederick, Maryland Bid on fun and fanciful silent and live auction items, sip champagne, enjoy a seated dinner and dance to the live tunes of The Junkyard Saints, all while benefitting the life-saving health care services provided by Mission of Mercy. 6:30-11:30 p.m. $. 301-682-5683. www.amissionofmercy.org. November 7 & 21 PLANETARIUM SHOW: PERFECT LITTLE PLANET Earth and Space Science Laboratory 210 Madison St., Frederick, Maryland Witness a journey through the solar system for all ages.View Pluto, Saturn, Jupiter and much more. 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. $. 240-236-2694. December 5 SCENTS & SWEETS COMPETITION AND AUCTION The Faux School 35 S. Carroll St., Frederick, Maryland Local professional and amateur bakers and florists create gingerbread structures and floral arrangements for this judged competition. This event is accompanied by a silent auction at 5:30 p.m. 301-600-2849. Lancaster County December 4 FRIENDS OF THE FUND LUNCHEON Marriot at Penn Square 2 E. King St., Lancaster Come hear keynote speaker Bill Strickland, President and CEO of the nonprofit Manchester Bidwell Corporation. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 717-398-2351. www.commfirstfund.org. 1919 CarrollCounty, Maryland November 2 CARROLL COUNTY CHRISTMAS MARKET “AUTHORS DAY” Carroll County Agriculture Center 700 Agricultural Center Dr. Westminster, Maryland This is the opening date of the seven-week Christmas Market on Saturdays. Authors Day celebrates locally published authors. Sixty-five regular market vendors with handmade crafts, home baked goods, gourmet foods and plants will be present. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 410-848-7748. www.carrollcountytourism.org. AND beyond
- 22. 20 Classic Cuts 265 BufordAve. | Gettysburg 717-334-6643 Highlighting Foils Hair Color Color Washes Frosting Spiral Perms Body Waves Special Occasion Bridal Services Facials Pedicures Manicures Acrylics Nail Extensions Gift Certificates Voted Area’s Best Salon by the readers of Celebrate Gettysburg magazine, 7 years in a row! OFFICIAL LOCKS OF LOVE SALON Hair & Nail SALON 1st 2nd Gettysburg’s Greatest • Eisenhower Golf Car July/August 2009 Subscribe today www.celebrategettysburg.com 888-521-6810 WELL DRILLING | WATER PUMP SERVICE | GEOTHERMAL DRILLING 717-642-5963 | 126 West Main Street, Fairfield, PA www.AlexandersWellDrilling.com PAHIC #022891 RANDALL ALEXANDER WELL DRILLING & PUMP SERVICE Serving All of Adams Co., York Co., & Northern MD | Licensed in PA, MD & WV Same Day & 24 Hour Emergency Service 717-642-5963 STAY WARM & SAVE MONEY THIS WINTER WITH A GEOTHERMAL HEATING & COOLING SYSTEM Ground source heat pumps offer many benefits: • Can be a combination heating/cooling system • Can cut energy consumption by up to 50% • Consistent temperature throughout home, eliminating hot & cold spots that are common with other systems RSVP csieg@celebrategettysburg.com or call 717-253-9491 Behind the Cover Go Behind the Cover with Celebrate Gettysburg magazine on Wednesday, November 13 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Adams County Winery, 251 Peach Tree Rd., Orrtanna. Bring a toy or food item to donate to the Adams County Holiday Family Outreach program.
- 23. Path of Pickett’sCharge hard-pressed bellies flat to earth s’ empty, aint a chore designed… fit to test the ult’mate depervation comes of war no breeze so much ‘s stir the oppressive, fumin cannonade these drawn to challenge fate! I wait… m’ hand… the Black Trump Spade Gen’ral more ‘an ready lucky for the chance! names of o’er ten thousand men invitin Death to dance Sun! hazy, orange eclipse above the thumpin cannonade Card drawn for ever’ man! m’ hand… the Black Trump Spade Call the stretcherbearers! Here! where braver voices fail! Guide the leagues of wounded! Back! the reddened rearward trail! Sons of Jackson! Noble ‘nitiates… March! Beyond the cannonade O’er the hill… Confed’rate Freedom! yet, m’ hand… the Black Trump Spade Noon hour Silent Sunday Sabbath! couriers tiptoe whisp’rin commands Lee follows… with binoculars! Destinies left to God’s hands Ridges come alive! Volcanoes spewin… unrelentin molten cannonade Enfilade! Entire regiments… left! m’ hand… the Black Trump Spade July Blazin! all convergin… disconcertin gallin groan! Echoes! each man ‘s converted… One appalin moan So Grand! Splendid affect! of such effective cannonade Strong Grasp! Our Prayer! Outlast! Spare! m’ hand… the Black Trump Spade Remainin… Hope! Remember! still… a hundred years! Time! and Time Again! Recordin what has happened here! That this not reoccur! Recall… the cursed cannonade! Let this Dirge be Unknown! Unplayed!... m’ hand… the Black Trump Spade Excerpt from Book III ©2004 Postlethwaite Publishing. RHawk61@gmail.com Illustration and design by DM Designs, LLC. Books & Illustration Note Cards at Turn The Page Bookstore Boonsboro, Md. www.RHJournal.com and www.TTPbooks.com
- 24. how Illuminate yourhome with holiday lighting BY JEN ESPOSITO For many, holiday memories include basking in the glow of strings of festive holiday lights. Adults and children alike reminisce about traveling around town to marvel at holiday decorations and light displays. Numerous households adorn their homes, both inside and out, with strings of lights to celebrate the season. Thetraditionofholidaylighting beganinGermanyaroundthe18th century. WhendecoratingtheChristmastree, familieswouldcarefullypincandlestothe treeboughs.Thecandleswerelitonlyfor afewminutesatatime,andspectators wouldsimultaneouslysoakuptheholiday ambianceandwatchtheopenflameswith trepidation.Often,abucketofsandorwater waskeptnearby,justincaseoffire.Withthe adventofelectricity,holidayrevelerscould enjoyasaferholidaylightingexperience. Althoughwildlyexpensiveduringthefirst halfofthe1900s,Christmaslightsbecame popularinstoredisplaysandhomesofthe wealthy.Overthenext50years,theselights becamemoreaffordableandwereusedina widercapacity.Nolongerlimitedbyeither mattersofexpenseandpracticality,oruse ontheChristmastreealone,lightsbegan adorningrafters,railings,mantles,roofs andoutdoortrees. Lighting tools The sky is the limit when it comes to building a spectacular holiday lighting display. A wide variety of products that were once available only to commercial companies have emerged in the home consumer market. Synchronizing lights or special effects to music using a programmable controller is made simple with products like Light-O- Rama. After placing your Christmas props, use one of the pre-programmed sequences or create your own to wow your neighborhood. Lights are available in all shapes, colors and sizes, providing endless combinations for any building or size of yard. Instead of a straight strand of lights, try incorporating a piece of light netting in your display. Light netting allows for a blanket effect over bushes or trees, eliminating the need for several strands of lights to cover one area. Be sure to read lighting labels carefully and adhere to manufacturer recommendations regarding how many strings you can attach together and which lights can be placed outdoors. Field trips to dazzle the eyes If you’re looking for some lighting inspiration, south-central Pennsylvania is home to many dazzling light displays. Christmas begins in September each year for York County Parks Program Coordinator Jeri Jones, the brains behind Rocky Ridge Park’s Christmas display. For the 30th anniversary of the light display at Rocky Ridge, Jones and his team will spend eight weeks hanging 22
- 25. 23 more than 600,000lights for “Christmas Magic–A Festival of Lights.” The display offers a half-mile walking trail, with five enclosed buildings along the trail. “Pop inside and get warm!” Jones says. “In the buildings, there are holiday scenes, food, trains, and even Santa Claus.” Each year, Jones changes the trail and adds new elements. “We spent $4,000 on new lights and props for 2013. I hate walking the trail behind a person that says, ‘I saw that last year,’” he says. The Wall Street Journal listed Christmas Magic as one of the top 13 Christmas light displays in the country. For Jones, the reward is seeing and hearing the jubilant sounds of families walking through Rocky Ridge. “It’s become a great family tradition,” he says. “Those who came here originally as kids are now bringing their own children.” Fifteen-year-old Caleb Linburg has been decorating his family’s York home with a dramatic Christmas light display since 2009. Each year, he designs the display incorporating 30,000 lights, which dance to several different songs. The piece de resistance is a “Megatree” as tall as the house. The Megatree’s light strands create the illusion that the tree is spinning in time with the music. Linburg’s advice to homeowners crafting lighting displays is not being afraid to ask for help. He personally recruits family members to assist with some of the setup. “They will help if I ask them to,” he says. It takes several weeks for the complete design to take shape. The “Linburg’s Lights” display runs from Black Friday until Christmas. From Christmas until New Year’s Eve, a second light show set to different tunes prepares spectators for the New Year’s Eve celebrations. Here’s one additional bit of advice from Linburg for building a holiday light display: “Keep at it!” Linburg himself works on his display after he comes home from attending his high school classes. The Gettysburg Outlets is a mecca for holiday shopping. Thousands descend on the Outlets during the holiday season and are greeted with a festive display showcasing over 100,000 lights and hundreds of yards of garland and ribbon. “The buildings at the Outlets were designed in the 1860s style,” says Gina Slechta, vice president of marketing for Horizon Group Properties. “We try to create a big, life-sized display as you would see on a postcard.” PreparationsfortheChristmas seasonbegininJuly.“Wegothroughthe lightstoensuretheyareinworkingorder, replacingbulbswherenecessary,”she says.TheinstallationbeginsinOctober, foraNovember1premiere.Thekeyfor Slechta’screw—andaconsiderationfor homeowners—istoinstallthelightingand decorationsbeforebadweathersetsin. “It’seasieronourcrewandequipment,” shesays.“Itisalsoeasiertoworkwithgreen limbsontreesthanonescoveredinice.” Safety is a big concern at the Outlets, especially with the public. The further the lights are from the buildings, the more extension cords need to be run. All cords are tucked away and hidden to prevent tripping and falls. The holiday lighting display remains in its entirety until January 1. Then, Slechta’s crew begins the removal and storage process. “We do leave a few lights up through the winter months to keep it from looking so stark,” she says. If you are considering enhancing your lighting display, plan for the year ahead. Check out a few area light displays this year and make notes about the elements that you like. Wait until after Christmas, and bring your list to any store’s after- Christmas sale to stretch your decorating dollar the furthest. Holiday Lighting Tips • Be careful not to overload electrical circuitry. Add more circuit breakers if necessary. • Different types and brands of lighting may be colored differently, even if they are all “white” lights. Plug them in to check the color and brightness before adding them to your display. • Consider purchasing LED lights. LEDs are more expensive; however, they use less electricity and last longer, paying for themselves in vthe long run. • Don’t just roll up a string of lights. Place the lights on spools for installation and storage ease. “Linburg’s Lights” Check out Caleb Linburg’s lighting displays on YouTube: www.youtube.com/ watch?v=EgODjnujXMQ
- 26. civil war journal 24 tThetownofGettysburgpreparedwith greatenthusiasmforapresidentialvisit, astheyfelttheyhadareputationtosalvage. AreporterfromTheNewYorkTimeshad bloodiedthenoseofthetownbyaccusingit ofbeing“sordidlymeanandunpatriotic.” Inalettertohisbrother,HarveySweeney describedtheextentthetownwasgoing towardmakingapositiveimpression:“All theroomsinthehotelswereengagedseveral weeksahead,butouroldtownrousedupto action—meetingswereheldandcommittees wereappointedtowaitonstrangersand procurethemaccommodations….Youcould hearthesoundofbusypreparationforthe comingmultitude….Everyhousegroaned withthegoodthingsofthislifepreparedto feedthecomingcrowd.” Andthecrowdscame.Beginningon November16,trainsbecamemorenumerous andthehotelsoverflowedwithvisitors.The thirdinvasionofGettysburghadbegun. PresidentLincolnreceivedhisformal invitationfromattorneyDavidWillson November2,invitinghimto“makeafew appropriateremarks”andtolodgewith himduringhisstay.Thepresidentaccepted andthetownwaitedwith“theliveliest interest.”OnNovember18,President LincolnleftWashington,D.C.atnoonto traveltoGettysburg.Hehadtoldhiscabinet membersthathewasgoingaheadoftimeto ensurethathedid“notfailintheeffort.” Afterseveral stops and a few delays, the president arrived in Gettysburg around 6 p.m. Gettysburg’s leading citizens as well as dignitaries including Edward Everett (who had already arrived in town) greeted Lincoln’s train. The crowd escorted the president south on Carlisle Street from the train depot to the “Diamond.” The procession ended at the Wills House where the president would be staying for the night. As Lincoln and the other dignitaries were served dinner, the crowds outside enjoyed a festive atmosphere as bands played and speeches were made. The crowd, however, was not content to leave the president alone and chanted until finally he came out for a brief viewing. William Tipton, a young boy eager to see the president, wrote, “I had heard that Mr. Lincoln was the homeliest man in the country, but when my eyes beheld that sad but kindly countenance, those strong rugged features seemed handsome to me.” The president soon withdrew to his room to finish his remarks for the next day. November 19 dawned clear and bright. Lincoln and several members of his party made an early morning visit to some of the battle sites west of town. By 9 a.m., the parade started to form around the town square. When the president came out of the Wills House to mount his horse, “he was besieged by an immense crowd, watching for his appearance.” The parade proceeded south on Baltimore Street to the cemetery. Thousands had gathered for the solemn occasion. After an almost two-hour keynote speech given by Edward Everett, the president rose and spoke. Daniel Skelly wrote, “The words seemed to come from the soul of the man, from a heart torn by anguish. He spoke in a quiet, forcible and earnest manner with no attempt at oratory…it was the earnest manner of its delivery that impressed me as a boy… I have never forgotten it.” The ceremonies at the cemetery were soon over, and President Lincoln was escorted back into town for a luncheon followed by a reception. He then attended a political rally at the Presbyterian church before boarding his train for Washington, D.C. President Lincoln had spent little more than a day in Gettysburg, but his visit made an indelible mark on the town and American history. Joanne Lewis is a Licensed Town Guide and a Licensed Battlefield Guide at Gettysburg. Guided walking tours of downtown Gettysburg are available from Gettysburg’s Licensed Town Guides. To schedule a town tour, call 717-339-6161. To book a battlefield tour with a Licensed Battlefield Guide, call the Gettysburg Foundation at 877-874-2478 or 717-334-2436. By Joanne Lewis A Presidential Visit in November 1863 LIBRARYOFCONGRESS Top: Lithograph of Lincoln’s dedication of a national Cemetery at Gettysburg Bottom: President Abraham Lincoln at center left in Gettysburg, November 19, 1863 LIBRARYOFCONGRESS
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- 28. Artisan 26 gGettysburg artist DianneLorden was born in New Jersey to a family gifted with artistic abilities. Her father was a draftsman for the Department of Defense, but in his free time, he created oil paintings and was commissioned for work that included presidential portraits. Her mother, although reserved about her art, loved to make fashion illustrations. During Lorden’s childhood, art was always there—both in her parents’ abilities and in her own. “My dad, in particular, was drawn to do things with his hands, and I am too,” says Lorden. Although she has an associate’s degree in fine arts from Morris County Community College in New Jersey, she considered art a hobby while she practiced journalism and nursing and raised a family of her own. During that time, she taught adult oil painting in Connecticut and portrait painting with the New Jersey Teen Arts program. While her first love was oil painting—portraits, landscapes and animals, to name a few of her favorite subjects—she shifted to a more portable medium while her three children lived at home. “Because I was busy working and raising a family and didn’t have a studio, I switched to colored pencils,” says Lorden. “They’re neat and transportable and don’t smell up the house.” It wasn’t until after her retirement six years ago that her art became more than Of Pastels and Plein Air Dianne Lorden looks to nature to color her world (above) A rainbow of colors and hues make up Dianne Lorden’s palette of pastels. (right and opposite) Scenic beauty surrounds Dianne Lorden as she creates a pastel print of the Bryan Farm buildings on the Gettysburg battlefield.
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- 30. Artisan 28 a hobby andevolved into a new medium for her—pastels. Her love of nature and the beauty and history of the southern Pennsylvania region ultimately contributed to the decision Lorden and her husband made to relocate to Gettysburg. The move fueled her interest in painting pastels en plein air, French for “in the open air.” “I enjoy nature and keep nature journals. I have years worth of them,” says Lorden. “I enjoy the light changing in nature, the challenges of water and reflection, and certain elements, like when you can see light through shadows. It’s like a glimpse. I like pictures that incorporate that notion and draw you in.” She considers pastels a challenge, one which pulls her out of her comfort zone. “Pastels are special because the pigments are right in your hand. It’s like finger painting, but not,” she says with a laugh. “It has that kind of innocent childlike quality to it. The colors are very vibrant.” Through her work with pastels, she strives to be inspired by the subjects and other artists, all the while enjoying herself while she’s doing it. “If you’ve made yourself happy and can make others happy,” she says, “there’s nothing better than that.” Athome,you’llfindherdrawingtable, builtforherbyherfather,andsupplies inhersunroom,wherehighceilingsand lotsofwindowsletinthenaturallight.But outdoorsiswhereshespendsmuchofher timealoneandwithothers,withacanvasin frontofher.“Art,forme,isanopportunity togetoutdoorsandenjoyotherpeople,”she says.“Itcanbesocialorcanbetotallysolo.” Over the summer, Lorden started a plein air painters group of new and accomplished artists from the area who share an interest in painting on location. “We all belong to other, more formal art organizations, but agreed there’s plenty of inspiration right around here to keep us busy. We meet, work, compare notes and just enjoy our art together,” she says. “We don’t even have a name yet, but the group has been meeting weekly since the end of July.” Mary Beth Brath, owner of Brath and Hughes Fine Art in Mechanicsburg, has painted en plein air with Lorden for years after meeting her at the Plein Air Paint Out Event during the Gettysburg Festival in 2009. “Dianne and I have painted together many times on the Gettysburg battlefields, around the town of Gettysburg and other locations in the region,” says Brath. “Dianne is quite prolific and hard working. She sets up (left) Dianne Lorden’s commissioned work of Christ Lutheran Church in Gettysburg (a circa early to mid-19th century scene) relied on research assistance and photographs provided by the Adams County Historical Society. (right) Lorden adds subtle touches with her pastels to the background of a work-in-progress scene.
- 31. her easel andgets right to work.” The Gettysburg Festival is where Lorden also met Phyllis Netherland, coordinator of the Fringe Festival, a part of the Gettysburg Festival that highlights the work of area artists. “Dianne’s work in the six years I have known her has just excelled in talent,” says Netherland. “She will continually excel as she evolves herself in her passion and people will remember her when they see her artwork.” As a gallery owner, Brath is around art every day but also finds Lorden’s art to be recognizable. “Dianne has a very strong style that is totally unique. Those that have seen her work can spot it immediately when walking into an exhibit. Her colors and compositions are fearless,” says Brath. “My gallery held a Local Scenes Exhibit in the month of September. Dianne submitted a wonderful plein air streetscape of Mechanicsburg. It sold within 24 hours of arriving at the gallery. When I curated the Fringe Festival Plein Air Exhibits in Gettysburg, her work was always a favorite.” Lorden’s art allows her to express herself and use nature as a springboard, not record exactly what her eyes spot. A path she sees may extend farther or differently in her work, for example, to add a notion of mystery. “Dianne’s work is an extension of her own being— unique, stylish, strong, engaging, and oh so creative,” describes Brath. Netherland attests to Lorden’s judicious use of color in her work. “She does realism in some ways with her soft pastels of various historical barns or homes in Gettysburg. It’s very soft and real. And then she’ll do a painting of another historical place and she’ll do it in bright colors. She can be soft, sublime and totally realistic with her colors but she also can do vivid and descriptive,” she adds. For Lorden, the key to expressing herself is giving herself permission to try new things and to not always be good at them, she says. “If you don’t have high expectations or be hard on yourself, you can find out that you have more going on that you thought you did,” she admits. In her artist statement, she further explains, “One day, I hope to master the use of pastels to evoke what I can best describe as a combination of moods, moments and memories. Their purity and candor would seem to be well suited to this goal. I’d love, eventually, to prove to be well suited to the medium.” 29 About the Artist Name: Dianne Lorden Hometown: Randolph Township, New Jersey Residence: Gettysburg Age: 57 Spouse: Craig, retired systems analyst Education: Associate of Fine Arts, Morris County Community College, New Jersey Professional Affiliations: Adams County Arts Council, Daily Painters of Pennsylvania, Susquehanna Valley Plein Air Painters PlacesWhere HerWork Can Be Found: Brath and Hughes Fine Art, Mechanicsburg; Ragged Edge Coffee House Gallery, Gettysburg; “The 82” (at the GettysburgTour Center), 82 Steinwehr Ave., Gettysburg. Online: www.southmountainsketchbook.weebly.com and www.cafepress.com/diannelordenfineart Contact: dglorden@comcast.net or 717-338-2076
- 32. 30 There’s a particularwarmth and feeling of good spirit from a gift that comes from your kitchen. Around the holidays, when there’s so much baking and cooking taking place, give the gift of a homemade treat or two to friends, family and loved ones. One of my favorite holiday gifts that always seems to put a smile on someone’s face is a batch of homemade cookies. Whether they’re gingerbread or sugar, spritz cookies or jam-filled cookies (see recipe at right), I’m sure your family recipe box is filled with seasonal favorites. When packing your cookies, think about the type of container you’ll use to present your cookies. Antique ice cream molds, loaf pans and even children’s school boxes can hold a variety of treats. The added bonus is that after the cookies are eaten, your recipients can reuse the containers. As old-fashioned as they may seem, pomanders are easy and fragrant gifts to make. Take citrus fruits—oranges, lemons or limes—and insert whole cloves in repeating patterns across the surface of the fruit. To preserve the fruit, place the fruit in a bag and coat with an orris root powder (available from herbal suppliers) and desired ground spices, such as cinnamon or nutmeg. Once the fruit is coated and the pomanders are dry, you can pack them in gift bags or place them in containers for gift giving. Anothergreattreatishomemadefruit butters.Appleorpearbutterisadelicious, low-caloriefruitspreadthatcanbeserved ontopoftoastedbread.Inalargesaucepan, combineslicedfruit,sugar,cinnamonsticks,a vanillabeanand1/4to1/2cupwater.Placethe saucepanovermediumheatandcookuntilthe fruitissoftandtender.Transferthecooked fruittoafoodprocessororafoodmilland processthecookedfruituntilsmooth.Pack thepreparedbutterinclean,sterilizedjars. I hope these ideas will inspire you to create some edible gifts this holiday season. Stained Glass Cookies Makes about 3 dozen filled sandwich cookies 2, 12-ounce jars of apricot, strawberry or red raspberry jam 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter 1 3/4 cups sugar 2 large eggs 4 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup milk 1. In a small saucepan, slightly warm jam. Strain warm jam through a fine sieve placed over a bowl and set aside. Discard solids. 2. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat well after each addition. Sift flour, baking soda and salt into a large mixing bowl. With the mixer on low speed, gradually add flour mixture to the dough, alternating additions with milk. Divide dough in half and wrap each half in plastic wrap. Let chill until firm, at least 1 hour or overnight. 3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Roll chilled dough to 1/8-inch thickness on a piece of parchment paper cut to size of baking sheets. Using a 2-inch square cookie cutter, cut out squares from dough. Cut out the centers from half the cookies with desired cookie cutters, such as stars, trees or bells. Chill for 30 minutes. Remove cutout centers and dough scraps. Either bake cutout shapes or gather cutouts together with dough scraps and reroll dough. Do not reroll dough more than once. 4. Bake cookies until just golden, about 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool. Once cool, spread centers of uncut cookies with jam. Top with a cutout cookie. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week. edible Enlightenment Holiday gifts from the kitchen By Michael Vyskocil MICHAELVYSKOCIL Michael Vyskocil is the editor of Celebrate Gettysburg. Michael has cooked, studied and written about food for more than 10 years. His recipes have been published nationally in Home Cooking and Taste of Home magazines. He lives in Glen Rock, Pa.
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- 34. 32 INSIDE Gettysburg’s Inns Historic bedand breakfast establishments greet guests with history and luxurious amenities BY JAMES RADA JR. PHOTOGRAPHY BY CASEY MARTIN Higinbotham’s Bed and Breakfast
- 35. Baladerry Inn The BaladerryInn is in a home built in 1812. It’s off the beaten path of Gettysburg tourism while still being close to the battlefield. “We’re in the country where it’s peaceful and quiet and is ideal for guests who want to get in touch with nature,” says Judy Caudill, who runs the inn with her husband, Kenny. The Caudills think their inn is in an ideal location—away from the noise of downtown yet close to restaurants and other activities. The property features landscaped grounds that can be viewed from romantic terraces. Inside, you can relax in your guest room or enjoy the company of other guests in the great room with a large brick fireplace. For modern conveniences, guests can soak in the hot tub. The Baladerry Inn has 10 garden-themed rooms each with a private bath for the convenience of guests. The dining room has large tables where guests can enjoy a hearty country breakfast in the morning. If the weather is warm, breakfast is also served outside on the terrace. The oldest section of the inn is built on the historic Bushman Farm. It served as a field hospital during the Battle of Gettysburg, making the inn a great place for history enthusiasts to stay. “You can still see a bloody footprint soaked into the floor in the dining room,” says Caudill. Baladerry Inn 40 Hospital Rd., Gettysburg 717-337-1342 www.baladerryinn.com Barker House Bed and Breakfast The Barker House Bed and Breakfast was originally built as an inn in 1794 and it continues to serve in that capacity today. However, the building is now the second-oldest building in New Oxford rather than the newest one. In between then and now, though, the building became a private home; it still reluctantly served as an inn at times. George and Nancy Hersh began using the building as a home in 1801 and it remained in their family for more than 150 years. Tourism is such a large industry in Adams County, and it should be no surprise that the county has more than its share of bed and breakfast establishments in all types of settings and serving all types of customers. While different in many respects, these innkeepers and their bed and breakfasts share one item in common. They all work hard to put their best foot forward for visitors and they succeed at it. Celebrate Gettysburg offers you this sampling of bed and breakfast inns in Adams County. While the inns profiled on the following pages do not include every bed and breakfast operating in the county, they will give you a peek of Adams County hospitality at its finest. 33
- 36. 34 In June 1863,Confederate Gen. John B. Gordon passed through Gettysburg on his way to Wrightsville and York. He stopped at the Hersh home to rest. “The Hershs were abolitionists so they did not like having a brigadier general from Georgia staying here,” says Elizabeth Sutton, who shares the innkeeper duties with Robert Kennedy. Mrs. Hersh refused to acknowledge the general as he commandeered her home. She went to her bedroom and left the servants to feed the general and his officers. As the Confederate officers relaxed in the drawing room, they planned their approach to York. TheBarkerHouseBedandBreakfasthasfourrooms(including twointheoriginal1794partofthehouse)andacottageforrent. Barker House Bed and Breakfast 10 Lincoln Way West, New Oxford 717-624-9066 or 888-546-1520 www.barkerhouse.com Higinbotham’s Bed and Breakfast Higinbotham’s Bed and Breakfast in New Oxford not only offers stylish accommodations in one of the town’s oldest buildings, but it also serves as a tea room. “We’re a great place to stay if you want privacy and don’t want to mix with a lot of other people,” says Jim Higinbotham, who runs the inn with his wife Mary Jo. Mary Jo is a nationally recognized interior designer; she and Jim spent three years renovating the house. The federal- style building was built in 1823 by John Hersh and has had 19 owners since that time. Besides being a private home, it has been a bookstore and apartment building over the years. Due to the hard work of the Higinbothams, the house won the 2009 Historic Gettysburg Historical Preservation Award. The two guest rooms each have a private bath, central air conditioning, working fireplaces and an in-room refrigerator. Besides eating delicious breakfasts in the morning, guests can return in the afternoon to enjoy five-course teas in the sunroom, library or by the fireplace. It’s a unique way to bridge your hearty breakfast at the inn and a dinner at one of the restaurants in the area. Higinbotham’s Bed and Breakfast 102 Lincoln Way West, New Oxford 717-624-1866 www.higinbothams.com Keystone Inn This year is a year of big anniversaries for the Keystone Inn in Gettysburg. It is the 25th anniversary of the inn’s service as a bed and breakfast, the house’s 100th anniversary since it was built, and it’s all happening during the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. The three-story colonial revival house on Hanover Street was actually built during the town’s celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg in 1913. The Reaser family members were the house’s original occupants; the house was turned into apartments in 1938 and a bed and breakfast in 1988. The Keystone Inn has six rooms and two suites. Each room has its own air conditioning and most of the rooms have king- size beds. Refrigerators and microwave ovens are also included in many of the rooms. Keystone Inn 231 Hanover St., Gettysburg 717-337-3888 www.keystoneinnbb.com The Gaslight Inn The Gaslight Inn is located in a three-story brick home, built in 1872 in Gettysburg. Each of the nine guest rooms has a private bath and most of them have fireplaces, too. Some of the rooms even have covered decks or whirlpool tubs.
- 37. cG The Gaslight Inncalls itself an “In-Town Oasis,” and with its location on Middle Street just a block from Baltimore Street, it is certainly in the heart of Gettysburg. “Our guests like that the only thing they need their car for once they are here is to tour the battlefield,” says innkeeper Mike Hanson. The Gaslight Inn makes an excellent honeymoon spot. Couples can order romantic extras like chocolate-covered strawberries, in-room massages, long-stem roses and champagne to make their honeymoons even more memorable. Breakfast each morning features delicious entrees like Eggs Benedict, créme brûlée, French toast and baked eggs in maple egg cups, along with fresh juice and sweet breads. Hanson uses fresh, local ingredients when available to give you a true taste of Gettysburg. “We want to make you feel right at home as soon as you walk in the door,” Hanson says. When guests are ready to tour the town, the concierge service can help them plan out their itineraries and make reservations at local attractions to make the most of their time in Gettysburg. The Gaslight Inn 33 E. Middle St., Gettysburg 717-337-9100 or 800-914-5698 www.thegaslightinn.com Battlefield Bed and Breakfast The Battlefield Bed and Breakfast is located in a real Civil War-era farmhouse in Gettysburg. Innkeeper Florence Tarbox works to make everyone who stays at the bed and breakfast feel welcome whether they have an interest in history, have a large family or are traveling with pets. The farmhouse was built in 1809 on 30 acres behind Big Round Top. History enthusiasts will enjoy the daily Civil War discussions with knowledgeable local historians at 8 a.m. each morning. Guests can learn to fire a Civil War musket, hear stories of how civilians tried to help the wounded soldiers after the battle and other topics. The farmhouse features eight guest rooms. The historic barn has a guest room that is handicapped accessible, and a honeymoon cottage can also be found on the property. All of the rooms are beautifully decorated; some even have Jacuzzi tubs and fireplaces. The Battlefield Bed and Breakfast is also a great location for weddings. These are held in the barn (seating capacity is 140 people). The bride and groom can then honeymoon in the Swan Cottage. Throughout the year, Tarbox also schedules special events at the Battlefield Bed and Breakfast, such as Civil War balls and a February dinner with Lincoln. Battlefield Bed and Breakfast 2264 Emmitsburg Rd., Gettysburg 717-334-8804 www.gettysburgbattlefield.com www.gettysburgbattlefield.com James Gettys Hotel For those who want something more than a standard hotel room to stay in while visiting Gettysburg or who don’t want to pay the expensive prices of a boutique hotel or stay in someone else’s home, they can get the best of both worlds at the James Gettys Hotel in downtown Gettysburg. “The plot of land where the hotel is [located] is the first piece of land sold out of the Getty family,” says hotel manager Stephanie Lower. The building has been rebuilt and added to over the years, and has served as an inn or tavern in many of its incarnations. The current building was restored in 1996 to give it the look that existed in the 1920s. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the James Gettys Hotel offers guests 12 suites, each with their own style and décor. Each suite has a sitting room, bedroom, kitchenette and private bath. “We get Christmas cards each year from guests who have stayed here. How many places do you know of that get Christmas cards from guests?” Lower asks. Continental breakfast in the morning includes breads, muffins and coffee cakes that are baked in-house each morning and served with seasonal fruits that are served in the privacy of your suite. James Gettys Hotel 27 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg 717-337-1334 or 888-900-5275 www.jamesgettyshotel.com 35
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- 41. 39 By Jen Esposito| Photography by Noel Kline They’re heroes of the highest honor, and in September, Gettysburg had the opportunity to welcome members of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society for a special convention. During their visit to Gettysburg, residents and visitors alike had the opportunity to hear their harrowing stories of sacrifice and service and meet these incredible individuals in person—all here on the hallowed ground of Gettysburg. Congressional Medal of Honor Society convenes in Gettysburg
- 42. 40 T he Congressional Medalof Honor Society defines the Medal of Honor as “the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force which can be bestowed upon an individual serving in the Armed Services of the United States.” The Medal of Honor is generally presented to its recipient by the President of the United States of America in the name of Congress. Signed into law by President Abraham Lincoln on December 21, 1861, the Medal of Honor was “to be bestowed upon such petty officers, seamen, landsmen and marines as shall most distinguish themselves by their gallantry and other seamen-like qualities during the present war.” The first award was made March 25, 1863, and since that date, there have been 3,463 medals bestowed on American servicemen; 19 men are double recipients. Each military department of the Department of Defense—Army, Navy and Air Force—has its own version of the Medal of Honor. Gettysburg was chosen to host the Congressional Medal of Honor Society’s 2013 convention, commemorating the 150th anniversary of the awarding of the first Medal of Honor in March 1863, the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg (from where 63 medals were bestowed), Lincoln’s historic Gettysburg Address and the 55th anniversary of President Eisenhower’s chartering of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society. “This is a fabulous opportunity,” says Harold A. Fritz, Society President and Medal of Honor recipient. “This is the most appropriate place at the most appropriate time.” Of the 80 living Medal of Honor recipients, 47 attended the events in Gettysburg. Recipients with an average age of 76 and who served in wars from World War II to Afghanistan descended on Gettysburg for fellowship and remembrance. “It is a time to organize and be recognized,” says Brian Miles Thacker, Society Board Member and Medal of Honor recipient. “This is a Harvey C. Barnum Jr. Ky Phu in QuangTin Province, Republic of Vietnam, December 18, 1965 1st Lt. Harvey C. Barnum Jr., Company H, Second Battalion, distinguished himself while serving in the 9th Marines, 3d Marine Division in the Republic of Vietnam. When the company was suddenly pinned down by a hail of extremely accurate enemy fire and was quickly separated from the remainder of the battalion by over 500 meters of open and fire-swept ground, casualties mounted rapidly. Barnum quickly made a hazardous reconnaissance of the area, seeking targets for his artillery. Finding the rifle company commander mortally wounded and the radio operator killed, he, with complete disregard for his safety, gave aid to the dying commander, then removed the radio from the dead operator and strapped it to himself. He immediately assumed command of the rifle company, and moving at once into the midst of the heavy fire, rallied and gave encouragement to all units, reorganizing them to replace the loss of key personnel and leading their attack on enemy positions from which deadly fire continued to come. Barnum’s sound and swift decisions and his obvious calm served to stabilize the badly decimated units. In addition, his gallant example, as he stood exposed repeatedly to point out targets, served as an inspiration to all. Provided with two armed helicopters, he moved fearlessly through enemy fire to control the air attack against the firmly entrenched enemy while skillfully directing one platoon in a successful counterattack on the key enemy positions. Having thus cleared a small area, he requested and directed the landing of two transport helicopters for the evacuation of the dead and wounded. Profiles of Courage Celebrate Gettysburg introduces you to three Medal of Honor recipients and their stories of sacrifice and devotion to serving the United States of America. For inconspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty.
- 43. Acclaimed actor TomSelleck (left) poses with a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient as he accepts the Bob Hope Award for Excellence in Entertainment at the Patriot Award dinner at the Wyndham Gettysburg. 41 quiet, rural setting, allowing us to slow down and get back to our childhoods. A lot of us grew up in small towns. It’s coming back to our younger days.” Events included a public autograph signing with Medal of Honor recipients at the Wyndham Gettysburg, an evening concert at Gettysburg National Military Park, the Patriot Award Dinner at the Wyndham Gettysburg and a Town Hall Meeting at Gettysburg College, featuring interviews with several Medal of Honor recipients, including 1st Lt. Harvey C. Barnum Jr. “I am excited to visit Gettysburg, and meet with people. Many of us went out visiting schools and educating young people about the Medal of Honor,” he says. The Town Hall Meeting was attended by citizens of all ages, but each of the three recipients lit up when approached by the youngest attendees. “I look out at this crowd and see hope for the future,” says Medal of Honor recipient Salvatore Giunta. Harold A. Fritz Binh Long Province, Republic of Vietnam, January 11, 1969 Capt. (then 1st Lt.) Fritz, Armor, U.S. Army, distinguished himself while serving as a platoon leader with Troop A, near Quan Loi. Capt. Fritz was leading his seven-vehicle armored column along Highway 13 to meet and escort a truck convoy when the column suddenly came under intense crossfire from a reinforced enemy company deployed in ambush positions. In the initial attack, Capt. Fritz’s vehicle was hit and he was seriously wounded. Realizing that his platoon was completely surrounded, vastly outnumbered and in danger of being overrun, Capt. Fritz leaped to the top of his burning vehicle and directed the positioning of his remaining vehicles and men. With complete disregard for his wounds and safety, he ran from vehicle to vehicle in complete view of the enemy gunners in order to reposition his men, improve the defenses, assist the wounded, distribute ammunition, direct fire and provide encouragement to his men. When a strong enemy force assaulted the position and attempted to overrun the platoon, Capt. Fritz manned a machine gun, and through his exemplary action, inspired his men to deliver intense and deadly fire which broke the assault and routed the attackers. Moments later, a second enemy force advanced to within 2 meters of the position and threatened to overwhelm the defenders. Capt. Fritz, armed only with a pistol and bayonet, led a small group of his men in a fierce and daring charge which routed the attackers and inflicted heavy casualties. When a relief force arrived, Capt. Fritz saw that it was not deploying effectively against the enemy positions, and he moved through the heavy enemy fire to direct its deployment against the hostile positions. This deployment forced the enemy to abandon the ambush site and withdraw. Despite his wounds, Capt. Fritz returned to his position, assisted his men and refused medical attention until all of his wounded comrades had been treated and evacuated.
- 44. 42 Brian Miles Thacker KontumProvince, Republic of Vietnam, March 31, 1971 1st Lt. Thacker, Field Artillery, Battery A, distinguished himself while serving as the team leader of an Integrated Observation System collocated with elements of two Army of the Republic of Vietnam units at Fire Base 6. A numerically superior North Vietnamese Army force launched a well-planned, dawn attack on the small, isolated, hilltop fire base. Employing rockets, grenades, flame- throwers and automatic weapons, the enemy forces penetrated the perimeter defenses and engaged the defenders in hand-to-hand combat. Throughout the morning and early afternoon, Thacker rallied and encouraged the U.S. and Republic of Vietnam soldiers in heroic efforts to repulse the enemy. He occupied a dangerously exposed observation position for a period of four hours while directing friendly air strikes against the assaulting enemy forces. His personal bravery and inspired leadership enabled the outnumbered friendly forces to inflict a maximum number of casualties on the attacking enemy forces and prevented the base from being overrun. By late afternoon, the situation had become untenable. Thacker organized and directed the withdrawal of the remaining friendly forces. With complete disregard for his safety, he remained inside the perimeter alone to provide covering fire with his M-16 rifle until all other friendly forces had escaped from the besieged fire base. Then, in an act of supreme courage, he called for friendly artillery fire on his own position to allow his comrades more time to withdraw safely from the area and, at the same time, inflict even greater casualties on the enemy forces. Although wounded and unable to escape from the area himself, he successfully eluded the enemy forces for eight days until friendly forces regained control of the fire base. (top of page) Each attendee of the Patriot Award dinner received a special commemorative medallion. (center) The illuminated Pennsylvania Memorial on the Gettysburg battlefield served as the backdrop for an evening concert during the Congressional Medal of Honor Society convention. (bottom) Ret. U.S. Army Medic Clarence Sasser and Ret. U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Leo Thorsness converse during a reception at the Patriot Award Dinner. (opposite) CNN journalist Wolf Blitzer, who served as Master of Ceremonies for the Patriot Award Dinner, gestures as he recalls the visits of President Carter and Anwar Sadat to the Gettysburg battlefield during the 1979 Camp David Accords.
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- 51. 49 The Stories ofPennsylvania’s World War I and II Veterans Laid to Rest in Soldiers’ National Cemetery Paul Heller, known as a rebellious teen, ran away from his Allentown home three times. But his third attempt, at age 15, was for good. Heller fulfilled his dream—somehow fooling recruitment officers—and joined the Marines. It was 1942. Several months later, he found himself in Guadalcanal, site of one of the largest and most pivotal battles of World War II’s Pacific Campaign. It was there that he died, likely the youngest soldier killed during World War II. He is also believed to be the youngest veteran buried in Gettysburg’s Soldiers’ National Cemetery. “His death illustrates not only the innocence but also the youth killed in war,” explains Jared Frederick, a seasonal National Park Service (NPS) ranger at Gettysburg National Military Park and a Penn State Altoona history professor who has done extensive research on the park’s World War history. PaulHeller’sstoryisoneofmorethan 6,000foundbeneaththesurfaceofasimple, dignifiedgravestoneinthecemetery,partof GettysburgNationalMilitaryPark. Side by side, row after row, in military-style precision, the weathered gray tombstones mark the final resting places of soldiers who were either honorably discharged or killed in action. America’s Civil War veterans are at the heart of this peaceful, park-like sanctuary. But nearly half of the National Cemetery’s graves bear the names of veterans who fought in later conflicts—the Spanish-American War, World Wars I and II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. CONNECTING STORIES The numbers tell an incredible story of sacrifice: More than 3,500 Civil War soldiers, named and unnamed, were buried in Gettysburg, thus founding the cemetery out of sheer necessity. Thanks in great part to the dedication speech delivered by President Abraham Lincoln on November 19, 1863, the cemetery is one of the most visited areas of the park, according to Frederick. Visitors, he explains, are often surprised by two facts: First, Lincoln did not actually deliver The Gettysburg Address in the National Cemetery (he was actually standing in the adjacent Evergreen Cemetery), and secondly, these hallowed grounds pay homage to veterans like Paul Heller, who fought in battles other than the Civil War. “Whenthecemeterywasestablished anddesignedbyWilliamSaunders,noone hadthecrystalballtoseetwohugeconflicts ofthemagnitudeofWorldWarsIandII,and thattherewouldbethatkindofdemand fortheburialsofveterans,”explainsJohn Heiser,parkhistorian. GETTYSBURG COMING HOME TO By Karen Hendricks | Photography By Anastasia Tantaros
- 52. 50 But the sheersize of the cemetery nearly doubled, accommodating 3,307 post-Civil War burials. Most of the World War II sections of the cemetery were added in 1948 and 1949, echoing the semicircular pattern of the cemetery’s original design radiating from Saunders’ Soldiers’ National Monument. By 1962, the cemetery was filled to capacity. However, in the late 1960s, the Cemetery Annex was added beyond the original stone wall, and in 1978, the cemetery was deemed officially closed, with all plots reserved. Burials still take place periodically—one of the most recent was that of Lt. Col. Lee W. Borden, a Vietnam veteran laid to rest with full military honors on August 30. “There are a large number of people buried here with no connection to the area other than their families wanted them to rest in a special place— Gettysburg,” says Heiser. Soldiers’ National Cemetery is one of 14 such cemeteries located within larger NPS boundaries. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) maintains 131 additional veterans’ cemeteries. “All of the veterans buried here— their stories are all connected,” explains Frederick. “Because in the long run they’re all fighting for the same thing, whether they fought in the Civil War or any of the wars to follow.” A TIMELINE OF AMERICAN HISTORY Insidethemaingates,ablackwrought-iron signstandsguard,remindingvisitorsto observe“SilenceandRespect.” “It’slikewalkingthroughatimelineof Americanhistorybecauseyouseeallthese famousdatesengravedontheheadstones— December7,1941;June6,1944—thestories mergetogetherinacommonnarrative,” saysFrederick. AlbertLentz’sstoryisinscribeddirectly onhistombstone:“ThefirstGettysburgboy tomakethesupremesacrificeintheWorld War.”BorninGettysburgin1885,Lentzwas anArmyprivatekilledinCantigny,France inApril1918.WorldWarIendedlaterthat year,at11a.m.onNovember11—adatethat PresidentWoodrowWilsonproclaimedas ArmisticeDayin1919.Themarkingofthis occasionwouldeventuallyleadtotheannual observanceofVeteransDay. Frederick relates the poignant story of a soldier with ties to Gettysburg—Lt. Ralph L. Stehley. The World War II vet was a 1943 graduate of Gettysburg College, where he served as editor of the college newspaper among other activities. Stehley was killed at age 22, in August 1944, in France. Four days after he was killed, his mother received a bouquet of flowers he had pre-arranged for delivery on her birthday, back in his hometown of Altoona. She had not yet been notified of his death. When the telegram finally arrived, she apparently questioned whether he was truly dead, having just received his final gift of flowers. Simply looking at the dates on tombstones reveals the young ages of many veterans. Frederick points out two gravestones, side by side, of two Pennsylvania brothers, possibly the only set of brothers in the National Cemetery. Edward and Frank Materewicz of western Pennsylvania were both “soldiers of the air,” killed in World War II at ages 21 and 19, respectively. Both were awarded the Purple Heart, noted by a simple inscription, “PH,” on both gravestones. Licensed Battlefield Guide Ralph Siegel highlights the accomplishments of notable World War II veterans buried at Soldiers’ National Cemetery during his annual World War II Weekend cemetery tours.
- 53. 51 SEARCHING FOR VETERANS TheGettysburg National Military Park’s Museum and Visitor Center contains an index of all soldiers buried in the cemetery. Call 717-334-1124, ext. 8023 for more information. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers an online search index of veterans buried in the U.S.: http://gravelocator.cem.va.gov. Please note the VA refers to the cemetery as “the Gettysburg National Cemetery.” Additionally, the American Battle Monuments Commission offers an online search index for the final resting places of veterans buried in cemeteries overseas: www.abmc.gov/home.php VISITING SOLDIERS’ NATIONAL CEMETERY Located between Baltimore Pike and Taneytown Road, Soldiers’ National Cemetery is open from sunrise to sunset daily. Parking is located on Taneytown Road and the cemetery is easily accessed via a pedestrian crossing. The National Park Service generally offers at least three guided tours per day, in season. For more information, call the information desk at the park’s Museum and Visitor Center at 717-334-1124, ext. 8023. SOLDIERS’ NATIONAL CEMETERY AT GETTYSBURG BY THE NUMBERS ‘THE COLLECTIVE SACRIFICE IN THE NAME OF THIS FRAGILE IDEA’ “Veterans are very special people,” says Heiser. “Being the son of a World War II veteran, I have more emotional attachment to veterans than most people. In our society, we uphold the memory of brave men and women who went into service—in volunteer service—to our country. They have given part of their lives and dedicated them in service to our country. Not only that, but their families have allowed them to go—possibly to come home in a coffin. Remembering the sacrifices of these brave men and women, and their families, is important for us as Americans to remember every day.” Soldiers’ National Cemetery, Heiser notes, was one of the first national memorials to the sacrifices made in the Civil War. All of its components—its symbolic landscaping, the central Soldier’s National Monument, the memorials, the significance of Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, “an address about the costs of freedom…maybe that’s what makes this cemetery more special than others.” Lincoln concluded his Gettysburg Address by calling for “a new birth of freedom,” that America’s democracy— “government by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.” Standing in the cemetery, gesturing to the surrounding gravestones, Frederick notes, “This is where past and present collide. The plea that Lincoln makes here is the mantle that subsequently generations of Americans pick up when they enlist. The idea of freedom that Lincoln spoke about is not a clean-cut issue. It means something different to everyone. But you can see the collective sacrifice in the name of this fragile idea.” 6,917The number of graves in Soldiers’ National Cemetery. The actual number of people buried here is higher due to spouses and children who were also buried with veterans. 441Veterans buried here who were killed in action during World War II; 58 are teens. 3Soldiers buried in the cemetery who were killed during the attack on Pearl Harbor. 7The number of generals buried in Soldiers’ National Cemetery; six served in World War II and one served in the Civil War. 23-24Average age of not only Civil War veterans, but also World War II veterans buried in the National Cemetery.
- 54. on the menu 52 oOneLincoln is the new restaurant in the recently renovated Gettysburg Hotel. Sleekly designed, its name denotes its address, One Lincoln Square in Gettysburg. Established in 1797 as a hotel/tavern, it’s a prime location with a chic new look. The restaurant honors our country’s 16th president with its copper penny-inspired logo and its interior accoutrements. A graphic of the Gettysburg Address highlights one wall; another has a gallery of 100 copper pots forming a curiously elegant piece of art. A copper pressed-tin ceiling and wood tone floor are accented by warm lighting. The restaurant seats approximately 100 at tables and booths with salt and pepper shakers and placemats that reiterate the copper theme. GeneralManagerChuckMoransaysthatatOneLincoln,“Peoplecanfeel comfortableinacontemporarysettingwithadefinitehistoricair.Ourlogosuggests tobothlocalsandtouriststhatwhatweofferiscomfortfoodatareasonableprice point,”heexplains.“Butthisiscomfortfoodwithanexcitingflair.” That’s because Executive Chef Joseph Holmes, who comes to One Lincoln with more than 30 years of experience in restaurants and hotel food service, is both talented and creative. “He has researched Lincoln so we have some of the president’s favorite dishes on the menu,” adds Moran. For breakfast, you’ll find chicken fricassée on buttermilk biscuits. Chicken Pot Pie and other Lincoln preferences like cheese and apples also find their way on the menu. One Lincoln Contemporary chic, casual comfort (above) Left to right, General Manager Chuck Moran, Director of Sales and Marketing Andrea Proulx and Executive Chef Joseph Holmes are cultivating a mixed clientele of regular and new diners at One Lincoln inside the Gettysburg Hotel. (right) An airy dining area is accented by a copper pressed-tin ceiling, wood tone floors and a gleaming wall display of 100 pieces of copper cookware.
- 55. 53 By Barbara D’Arienzo Photographyby Casey Martin Mozzarella Salad with roasted peppers, tomatoes and golden beets
- 56. on the menu 54 Openless than a year, One Lincoln already has mainstay dishes. Greens with Cranberries and Gorgonzola is a salad of spinach, radicchio and romaine with dried cranberries, Gorgonzola cheese and spicy candied pecans. Served with a homemade poppy seed dressing, it is crisp, colorful and tasty. Andrea Proulx, the restaurant’s director of sales and marketing, is partial to the Maryland Crab Macaroni and Cheese. Humble elbow macaroni and Maryland blue crab are embraced by a béchamel sauce enriched with fontina and Parmigiana cheeses, a bit of freshly grated nutmeg and a hint of Old Bay seasoning. All are topped with brioche breadcrumbs and baked to bubbling perfection. This is what the clientele have come to experience what Chef Holmes calls “upscale comfort food.” “I like to take familiar foods and put my own interpretation on them,” he says. Attentive to what customers think, he puts a high value on their opinions: “I enjoy when they share what they like.” The menu is seasonal and also changes with the chef’s inspiration. “What we bring to the Gettysburg dining community is unique,” says Moran. Chef Holmes has earned many awards, and while his preparations are classic, his presentations are innovative. His Three Onion Soup is prepared in the classic French manner. “You must do it in the proper fashion or you don’t get the right flavor,” he explains. Moran, a former chef and restaurant owner, and Chef Holmes have a mutual appreciation for food and each other’s talents. Discussing new dishes is an exciting pastime. Chef Holmes comes up with a dish inspired by bacon and eggs. He transforms it into a liver pâté slider with onions, served with matching ramekins of egg curry soup—one with chicken, the other with shrimp. Surely this is an upscale dish. The flavors and textures, however, are definitely down home. The liver pâté is pleasing and mild, complemented by the sweet onions. The creamy egg curry soup with bits of hard-boiled egg has a fascinating light curry flavor. Chicken and shrimp add to the depth of flavors. The dish is fine as is, but the two men cannot resist the temptation of exploring the possibilities of variations. “We are a work in progress,” explains Proulx. “We’re growing and are still working on reaching and exceeding our goals. We want to meet expectations— ours and the customers—on all levels.” Presenting popular, trendy dishes is part of meeting those expectations, (left) Grilled shrimp rest atop flour tortillas filled with caramelized onions, Gouda and Muenster cheeses in Surf andTurf Quesadillas. (right) Tantalizing dessert creations include Pumpkin Cake, mango sorbet and an indulgent Chocolate Decadence.
- 57. 55 so Chef Holmesoffers Surf and Turf Quesadillas. Large grilled shrimp sit atop flour tortillas filled with thinly sliced braised beef with caramelized onions, smoked Gouda and Muenster cheeses— it’s a heavenly match. Grilled Salmon with Homemade Potato Chips is the chef’s version of fish ‘n’ chips: delicious heart-healthy salmon and just enough crispy chips to satisfy one’s appetite. Lamb sausage wrapped in prosciutto is served on a bed of sweet potato purée with spinach. Garnished with Madeira- soaked dried cherries, it is a festival of color, as sumptuous as it is inventive. This dish is paired with a Cabernet Sauvignon from La Forge Estate (France). All menu items may be paired with a selection from the restaurant’s bar. Mozzarella Salad is totally familiar and fantastic. Chef Holmes slices fresh mozzarella cheese; roasts fresh peppers, tomatoes and golden beets; arranges them artfully; sprinkles them with a sprout garnish and adds a flourish of vinaigrette. If all you want is a great burger with fries, you won’t be disappointed. With a variety of fresh seafood dishes, along with traditional chicken dishes, you’ll find new creations. Don’t be too surprised, however, if the description under a dish listed as Franks ‘n’ Beans includes sausage with cannellini beans instead of hot dogs and baked beans. You determine how far you want to go on this culinary adventure. Dessert tray selections are alluring. The layered Pumpkin Cake is light and airy with a delicately sweet cream cheese-based filling. A Seasonal Sorbet selection is a refreshing palate cleanser. To conclude your meal with gusto, choose the Chocolate Decadence. It is a dense, flourless, dark chocolate cake that makes no excuses for being rich. Moran, Proulx and Chef Holmes agree that since opening they have maintained some of the regular customers from the former restaurant at the hotel. And they have cultivated new regulars as well. Chef Holmes shares their gratitude: “I want to express our appreciation for our guests who have welcomed us here so warmly.” One Lincoln One Lincoln Square, Gettysburg 717-337-2000 717-338-5455 www.hotelgettysburg.com www.onelincoln.net Hours 7 a.m. – midnight, daily Breakfast 7–10:30 a.m. Lunch 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Dinner 5–10 p.m. Upscale comfort food Metered street parking on the square or municipal parking lot and garage behind hotel Reservations suggested Competitive prices Ballroom available for groups up to 300 (below, left) Seasonal outdoor dining extends the ambiance of One Lincoln onto the Lincoln Square sidewalk outside the Gettysburg Hotel. (below, right) Fish ‘n’ chips goes heart healthy with grilled salmon and homemade petite white potato chips.
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- 60. on the menu 58 1863Restaurant (in Wyndham Gettysburg) 95 Presidential Circle, Gettysburg 717-339-0020 Altland House Inn and Suites Route 30, Center Square,Abbottstown 717-259-9535 www.altlandhouse.com Appalachian Brewing Company 401 Buford Ave., Gettysburg 717-334-2200 www.abcbrew.com Avenue Restaurant 21 Steinwehr Ave., Gettysburg 717-334-3235 www.avenuerestaurant.net Blue & Gray Bar & Grill 2 Baltimore St., Gettysburg 717-334-1999 www.bluegraybargrill.com Blue Parrot Bistro 35 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg 717-337-3739 www.blueparrotbistro.com C&D Bar & Grill 6465York Rd., New Oxford 717-479-5369 www.cdbargrill.com Café on the Square 1 Baltimore St., Gettysburg 717-420-5079 Café Saint-Amand 48 Baltimore St., Gettysburg 717-334-2700 www.cafesaintamand.com Cashtown Inn 1325 Old Route 30, Cashtown 717-334-9722 www.cashtowninn.com Chinatown Kitchen 25York St., Gettysburg 717-337-0550 www.chinatownkitchenrestaurant.com Dave & Jane’s Crabhouse 2989Tract Rd., Fairfield 717-642-6574 www.daveandjanes.com Dobbin House Tavern 89 Steinwehr Ave., Gettysburg 717-334-2100 www.dobbinhouse.com Dunlap’s Restaurant & Bakery 90 Buford Ave., Gettysburg 717-334-4816 www.dunlapsrestaurant.com El Costeño 39York St., Gettysburg 717-339-0029 Fairfield Inn 1757 15 W. Main St., Fairfield 717-642-5410 www.thefairfieldinn.com Farnsworth House Inn 401 Baltimore St., Gettysburg 717-334-8838 www.farnsworthhouseinn.com FLATS Original Flatbread Café 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg 717-398-2189 www.eatatflats.com Garden Grille & Bar (in the Hilton Garden Inn) 1061York Rd., Gettysburg 717-334-2040 Garryowen Irish Pub 126 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg 717-337-2719 www.garryowenirishpub.net Gettysburg Eddie’s 217 Steinwehr Ave., Gettysburg 717-334-1100 www.gettysburgeddies.com Gettysburg Family Restaurant 1275York Rd., Suite 5, Gettysburg 717-337-2700 Herr Tavern & Publick House 900 Chambersburg Rd., Gettysburg 717-334-4332 www.herrtavern.com Hillcrest Restaurant & Bakery 4763 Baltimore Pike, Littlestown 717-359-5328 www.hillcrestrestaurantandbakery.com Hofbrauhaus Pub & Eatery 135 W. King St.,Abbottstown 717-259-9641 www.germanfoodinpa.com Inn 94 4805 Carlisle Pike, New Oxford 717-624-4665 www.inn-94.com La Bella Italia 402York St., Gettysburg 717-334-1978 445 N. Queen St., Littlestown 717-359-8889 Lincoln Diner 32 Carlisle St., Gettysburg 717-334-3900 Lincoln’s Sparrow 17 Lincoln Square, Gettysburg 717-339-0777 www.lincolnssparrow.net Luke’s American Grille 101 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg 717-398-0368 www.lukesamericangrille.com Mamma Ventura Restaurant & Pizzeria 13 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg 717-334-5548 www.mammaventuras.com Montezuma Mexican Restaurant 225 Buford Ave., Gettysburg 717-334-7750 www.montezumamex.com One Lincoln 1 Lincoln Square, Gettysburg 717-338-5455 www.onelincoln.net The Pike Restaurant & Lounge 985 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg 717-334-9227 www.thepikerestaurant.com Ping’s Café 34 Baltimore St., Gettysburg 717-334-2234 Pomona’s Bakery Café 213 E.York St., Biglerville 717-677-7014 www.gettysburgbakingco.com The Pub & Restaurant 20-22 Lincoln Square, Gettysburg 717-334-7100 www.the-pub.com Ragged Edge Coffee House 110 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg 717-334-4464 www.raggededgecoffeehs.com Scozzaro’s 4797York Rd., New Oxford 717-624-8987 www.scozzaros.com Sidney 101 E. King St., East Berlin 717-259-1319 www.restaurantsidney.com Sidney Willoughby Run 730 Chambersburg Rd., Gettysburg 717-334-3774 www.restaurantsidney.com/willoughby-run Thai Classic IV Restaurant 51 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg 717-334-6736 www.thaiclassiconline.com Tito’s Mexican Restaurant 37 West St., Gettysburg 717-334-9813 Tommy’s Pizza 105 Steinwehr Ave., Gettysburg 717-334-4721 www.tommyspizzainc.com Warehouse Gourmet & Catering Co. 7 Pennsylvania Ave., Hanover 717-451-9898 www.warehousegourmet.net Dining directory 58
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- 62. 60 Before the luxuryof 21st -century technology, newspapers were generated by individual presses. This black-and-white image shows the (Gettysburg) Times & News Publishing Company’s Ramage Press, photographed in the winter of 1940 in the lobby of the Gettysburg Hotel. Advertised by Ramage Press as “the oldest American-made press in existence,” the object dates back to 1793. The individual in the photo is M. L. Smith of Columbia, Pennsylvania, who was the last one to use the press when he worked for the New Oxford Item. The press was sent to the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia on permanent loan. —Anna Seils Photo courtesy of The Adams County Historical Society The Adams County Historical Society identifies, preserves and tells the stories of the people, organizations, businesses and events that have shaped the county. As a result, the organization is sometimes affectionately referred to as the county’s attic—a repository of rich, local, cultural heritage. The historical society is located at the Wolf House on the campus of the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg. For more information, call 717-334-4723 or visit www.achs-pa.org. O
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