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SUMMARY:Maize & Snitz Fest
DESCRIPTION:Maize & Snitz Fest returns Saturday\, October 3\, 10 a.m.– 3 p.m. to the 1719 Museum! The festival brings Lancaster County’s early Indigenous and European cultures to life with historical demonstrations\, local vendors\, and tours of the Herr House and Lancaster Longhouse. \n  \nAt Maize & Snitz Fest\, artisans showcase traditional crafts originating from Europe and the Indigenous Peoples of the Eastern Woodlands. These crafts—including apple butter making\, blacksmithing\, beadwork\, and music—have shaped Lancaster County’s history and now tell its story. Throughout the day\, interpreters will lead demonstrations near the Herr House and the Lancaster Longhouse\, offering insight into historic art forms\, industries\, and traditional cooking. \n  \nActivities for children include crafts\, eighteenth-century games\, and a scavenger hunt with prizes. \n  \nAdmissions\nAdults – $15\nYouth (6–16) – $7\nChildren 5 and under – complimentary \nBring the whole family! Enjoy a $45 rate for a single household of 5 or more at the event entrance. \nThank you to this year’s sponsors: \n 
URL:https://mennonitelife.org/event/maize-snitz-fest-2026/
LOCATION:1719 Museum\, 1849 Hans Herr Drive\, Willow Street\, PA\, 17584\, United States
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SUMMARY:Concert in the Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Join Mennonite Life for a Concert in the Orchard!\n \nThe Concert in the Orchard benefits Mennonite Life’s commitment to accessibility and education. Join us for an update on Mennonite Life as well as an opportunity to explore American history at the 1719 Museum. Hear from board members and the new Executive Director\, Christa Mylin\, as we review the highlights of 2026\, look forward to furthering our community-oriented mission in the future\, and offer gratitude for those who have supported us so far.  \n\nProceeds from this event enable Mennonite Life to continue to offer educational programming across three sites and to work to make the sites more accessible to all guests. \n\n  \n\nSet among the apple orchard\, the autumn evening will feature live music from two local groups\, Change of Plans and Heading Home. \n\n\nDennis Maust and friends bring their lively mix of progressive Bluegrass\, Folk-Rock and Country/Rock. We’re thrilled to have Change of Plans begin the concert. These five friends have been practicing music together for fun and are delighted to be able to perform for guests at this event. \n\nWe’re excited Frances Miller and friends will perform as Heading Home.  Together they create remarkable musical chemistry\, offering heart-opening\, powerful performances.   At the core\, they are four friends who share a common love of playing music together.\n  \nTickets available at the door and on this page through Thursday\, October 15.\nAdults $25\, Youth (ages 6-16) $10\, 5 and under complimentary\n  \nThe event is outside and will happen rain or shine. There will be a tent with side panels\, so guests can enjoy the evening in the orchard. Please note that access to the 1719 Museum grounds involves walking on grass and may involve walking under trees\, including walnut trees. Guests should plan to dress according to the weather and outdoor conditions. \n  \nEvent Program:\n4:30 – Explore the museum\n5:30 – Live Music: Change of Plans\n6:15 – Updates from Mennonite Life\n6:45 – Live Music: Heading Home\nFood trucks will be on site throughout the event.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Thanks to our wonderful sponsors:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://mennonitelife.org/event/concert-in-the-orchard/
LOCATION:1719 Museum\, 1849 Hans Herr Drive\, Willow Street\, PA\, 17584\, United States
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SUMMARY:Biblical Tabernacle Volunteer Open House
DESCRIPTION:Learn how you can engage with other cultures and ethnicities from around the world\, share more about the Mennonite faith\, and hear people’s spiritual journeys by becoming a volunteer Biblical Tabernacle Experience host. \nRegistration is free but required.
URL:https://mennonitelife.org/event/volunteer-open-house/
LOCATION:Mennonite Life Visitors Center\, 2215 Millstream Rd\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States
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SUMMARY:Author Talk: Amish Weddings with Beth Oberholtzer
DESCRIPTION:Join Mennonite Life for an evening with Beth Oberholtzer\, author of Amish Weddings: From Courtship to Celebration. \nBeth will share insight into the book\, with time for Q&A. This event will also feature a temporary exhibit of 60 Amish wedding dress fragment dating from 1928 to 1953\, many accompanied by handwritten notes identifying the bride and her wedding date. \nEnter into Amish courtship\, weddings\, and marriage in this richly researched and illustrated book about wedding traditions in a Plain community. Through stories\, history\, and evocative photographs\, Amish Weddings offers an insider’s look into the making of an Amish wedding. Beth Oberholtzer introduces real Amish couples in Lancaster County\, Pennsylvania\, inviting readers into the broader courtship process as well as the inner workings of a daylong event like no other. Personal stories from brides and grooms and a host of friends and family who contribute to the celebration provide a window into a one-of-a-kind gathering that honors the couple while enveloping them in their community of faith. In addition to photos from actual Amish weddings\, menus and recipes enjoyed by generations of celebrants offer a front-row seat to a fascinating and unique ritual that is supported by a vast community. \nAmish Weddings: From Courtship to Celebration is available at Mennonite Life and on the online store. \nThis event is complimentary but requires registration.
URL:https://mennonitelife.org/event/author-talk-amish-weddings-with-beth-oberholtzer/
LOCATION:Mennonite Life Community Room\, 2215 Millstream Road\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17602\, United States
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