Everyone loves a picnic, and the members of Lancaster Downtowners are no exception. The summer picnic has long been a staple of the organization.


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hat started at the home of one of the members, has grown into a gathering of as many as 70 in the


Lancaster County Park.


Once at the picnic, members choose the activities they enjoy. Tere are groups gathered around tables playing board games, knots of people engaged in conversation and even groups talking while walking the trails at the park.


Tina Glanzer, a Downtowners member, looks forward to the event each year. "Tere is always lots of mingling with a chance to create new friendships, and tons of food with a possibility of some really good recipes to take home!”


Angie Piel, another member, is even willing to cancel other plans to be at the picnic. “I have no regrets about canceling other events in order to enjoy a delightful afternoon with my Downtowner friends. It’s one of the highlights of the year and is always well-attended. Games, hikes, great food, special musical entertainment and lots of fun are on the agenda!”


Tis year’s event had a special treat, traditional Irish music from Te Clovers, a Lancaster-based band including Kim van Donk, a Downtowners member.


Te summer picnic is a celebratory reunion. Te shared meal and conversations breathe life and energy into the organization.


many people who share a commitment to “It is fun and reassuring to be surrounded by so Melissa Ressler, Executive Director, notes,


a vibrant, interdependent life.”


Lancaster Downtowners is an independent non-profit that engages in a collaborative partnership with Landis Communities via a Management Services Agreement to facilitate office space, Human Resources for staff, and consultation with select centralized services. Visit LancasterDowntowners.org for more information.


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Downtowners MEMBER PROFILE


Lee Stoltzfus (pictured at left) has found a passion in his retirement: iPhone photography. Not only is he creating wonderful images, he is turning them into a great resource for those living in and visiting Lancaster City. He researches the old stately homes in the city, captures photos and shares them via his website and Instagram. He has even created a map people can use to learn more about the homes, who built them and what style they embody.


Lancasterstreetscape.com/ mapofhouses


“I enjoy celebrating the people and neighborhoods of Lancaster City, and their histories,” Lee says.


Lee is also glad for the relationship between the organizations. “I am a fan of Landis Communities and the various projects, including those downtown. I am enjoying seeing Landis Place on King as it continues to grow.”


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