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January 14th- Lovin’ Lititz Every Second-Downtown Lititz Second Friday event 5pm-9pm- shops and other venues offer great family activities and entertainment free and open to the public, every month and a rain or shine event. Lititz Website

February 17-19th Fire and Ice Festival Sculptures will begin to be placed Friday mid-morning weather permitting thru out Main and Broad Streets. For more info www.lititzfireandicefestival.com

February 18th- “Back to School Dance” in conjunction with “Fire and Ice”

“Fire and Ice” will be held February 17-19 in downtown Lititz and at Warwick

High School. The Lititz LEO Club sponsors “The Fire and Ice Festival.” For more information Lion Dann Barkume (717) 625-2449

Location: Lititz Rec Center Contact: Shauna Ensinger, Chairperson Phone: 717-626-1875

Saturday, March 24 Downtown Day 10:00am to 2:00pm. Join us for a day of celebrating the unique character, businesses and beauty of our downtown! The Lancaster County Downtown Consortium is inviting the community to Downtown Day! This is an effort for residents and visitors to rediscover our downtown and support our local businesses in Manheim, Elizabethtown, Ephrata, Mount Joy and Lititz!

April 7th- Lititz Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt 10:30 a.m. at John Bonfield Elementary School

April 28th-Lititz Pretzel Fest- Saturday, April 28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. For fans of the annual Lititz Chocolate Walk, here’s a brand new “twist”-- Stroll through the charming shops of downtown Lititz to experience tantalizing samples, fun, interactive events and entertainment. Tickets required. www.lititzpretzelfest.com .

April 28th- VAA Youth Art Show The Village Art Association will sponsor the 2012 Youth Art Show on Saturday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lititz Public Library. The entry form is available at the library or for downloading from the library’s website at www.lititzlibrary.org.

Sunday, April 29th. Baron Stiegal Gala - For more information and ticket prices, please visit www.manheim250.org

Main Street Golf Outing: Friday, May 4th Shotgun Start at 1:30pm. The Manheim Downtown Development Group invites you to our first annual Main Street Golf Outing which will be held at the Fairview Golf Course, 2399 Quentin Road, Lebanon PA. Come out to enjoy a beautiful day and support the organization’s efforts. Door prizes, awards and a scrumptious dinner will make this a fun day on the course! Registration and more information can be located on our website at www. Manheimdowntown.org or call (717) 665-1762.

May 6th- Lititz Historical Foundation’s Annual Plant Exchange in the Mary Oehme Gardens

May 19th-Lititz Farmers Market –opening day Saturdays 8am-12pm May26th- October 13th. Enjoy shopping for your fresh produce, meats, cheeses, flowers etc. in a friendly atmosphere of the market. The open air European style market is located on Water Street ½ block off of Main Street. www.lititzfarmersmarket.com 717-626-6332

Thursdays from May 24 through July 26. 12pm-1pm. Summer Lunch Series –Lunch on the Square

Saturday, June 9th at Lititz Springs Park 9am-4pm Hand Crafted items, fine art and photography. Free, rain or shine event. For more information 717-626-3439

Rose Festival Weekend: Saturday and Sunday, June 9th and 10th. Celebrate Manheim’s 250th Anniversary at the Rose Festival Weekend! For more information and a schedule of events, please visit www.manheim250.org.

June 15th- 8th Annual Film Festival in the Park Sponsored by Moravian Manor Friday: June 15th - School of Rock. Free Admission and refreshments. For more information contact Nicole Michael, Director of Marketing at (717) 625-6110

June 29- 30th Lititz Historical Foundation’s Antique Show and Bake Sale @ Bonfield Elementary School. Friday, June 29, 2012 10 AM to 6 PM Saturday, June 30, 2012 10 AM to 4 PM For more information, call 717-627-4636 www.lititzhistoricalfoundation.com

July 3rd- Lititz Lions Club Independence Day Parade 7 p.m. Entertainment follows in Lititz Springs Park. Information: Lion Bob Criswell (717) 627-1504

July 4th- 195th Continuous 4th of July Celebration since 1818 Wednesday, July 4, 2012 Lititz Springs Park. Gates open at noon; entrance fee charged. Entertainment, Baby Parade, Games, Food Court, Queen of Candles Pageant, over 5,000 candles illuminated, hi-tech fireworks with synchronized sound. Contact information: Lititz Springs Park Welcome Center - call 717-626-8981 or e-mail lspark@windstream.net or visit www.lititzspringspark.org (Rain date Saturday, July 7, 2012)

Thursdays from May 24 through July 26. 12pm-1pm. Summer Lunch Series –Lunch on the Square

July 13th-8th Annual Film Festival in the Park Sponsored by Moravian Manor Friday: July 13 - Toy Story Free Admission and refreshments. For more information contact Nicole Michael, Director of Marketing at (717) 625-6110

July 14th-A Day for Flowering Thoughts - Saturday, July 14 A Day for Flowering Thoughts is a community activity designed to touch the lives of residents at Moravian Manor Retirement Community and to encourage volunteerism. For more information contact Nicole Michael, Director of Marketing at (717) 625-6110

July 28th- 46th Annual Lititz Outdoor Art Show, sponsored by the Village Art Association, will be held Saturday, July 28th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, rain or shine. The show will be held in the Lititz Springs Park, There is no admission charge. Over 150 artists, amateur and professional, will be displaying their work for show and sale. For more information www.lititzart.com

August 11th- Rotary Craft Show-One of the biggest and most popular craft shows on the East Coast. The show takes place in Lititz Springs Park and Broad and Main Streets. Offsite parking available. Free, rain or shine event. For more information call 717-626-6875 or www.lititzrotary.com

August 12th -Lititz Historical Foundation’s Evening of Music in the Mary Oehme Gardens

Taste of Manheim: Saturday, August 18th 2pm – 8pm From folk rock to a culinary delight, Taste of Manheim is one event you don't want to miss! On Saturday, August 18th, starting at 4:00pm - 9:00pm (raindate Sunday, August 19th) you'll enjoy mouthwatering signature dishes from our local restaurants and dance the night away to the inspired musical performance by Rush Hour, drum performances, and dance numbers by Cricket's Performing Arts. So bring your appetite and dancing shoes to enjoy an evening on our historic Market Square. More information can be located on our website at www. Manheimdowntown.org or call (717) 665-1762.

August 17th-8th Annual Film Festival in the Park Sponsored by Moravian Manor Friday: August 17th - Alfred Hitchcock's....Vertigo Free Admission and refreshments. For more information contact Nicole Michael, Director of Marketing at (717) 625-6110

August 25, 2012 Annual Fall Antique Show sponsored by the Lititz Springs Park Board. Free admission, to rent a space please contact Millie Eby 717.626.5727. Prices have been reduced for space rentals. This event runs from 9AM until 4PM. Rain date September 1, 2012

September 8, 2012 Annual Teddy Bear Day in the Park Sponsored by The Lititz Women of Today. 10AM until 3PM. Fun for the young, bring your Teddy Bear for the Teddy Bear Parade. Contact Stephanie Bolton for more information 717.627.3487

October 6th-11th Annual Lititz Chocolate Walk The Lititz Chocolate Walk October 6th, rain or shine 10am-4pm. This is a "Chocolate for Charity" event put on by the Kiwanis of the Lititz Area. Come, enjoy chocolate morsels made by the region’s most talented chefs and candy makers to raise money for children in need. Tickets go on sale July 1, 2012. For more information visit www.lititzchocolatewalk2012.com . This event has sold out for the last few years, so get your tickets early.

Manheim Community Farm Show: Monday – Friday, October 8th – 12th. Celebrate Manheim’s agriculture and our 59th Annual Community Farm Show. Please visit www.manheimfarmshow.org for a complete listing of events, parades, food vendors, activities and much more!

October 12 &13th- 14th Annual Artisans’ Porchwalk Friday, October 12th 10am-5pm and Saturday October 13th 10am-4pm Featuring distinctive artist and craftsmen on private porches &lawns. Free rain or shine event. For information 717-725-8637

Cruisin' the Square – Classic Car and Motorcycle Show: Saturday, October 20th 10am – 2pm. The rich heritage and colorful legacy of classic cars is once again on display in Downtown Manheim. Now in its 12th year, this hugely popular event gives patrons a chance to really get up close to these wonderful vehicles while enthusiasts get to dust of their pride and joy. More than 1,500 visitors are expected at the show, which is one of the biggest events organized by the Manheim Downtown Development Group. Over 250 individual enthusiasts proudly display their fabulous classic cars for a day of motoring nostalgia. These wonderfully restored cars include corvettes, dodge challengers, ford mustangs, jaguars and many more. In addition to the show, there will be live dance performances by Cricket’s Performing Arts and EMazinGRACE, music provided by DJ Backdraft and delicious foods provided by community groups and our local restaurants. There will be plenty of door prizes, raffles, goodie bags and awards. As you enjoy the day, we hope that you will also enjoy the authenticity and diversity of our downtown. Registration and more information can be located on our website at www. Manheimdowntown.org or call (717) 665-1762.

October 29th - Lititz Lions Halloween Parade In Downtown Lititz starting at 7 p.m. (Rain date: October 30) Information: Lion Tom Trayer (717) 626-4295

November 11th-Lititz Historical Foundation Annual Meeting at the Linden Hall Theater

November 30, 2012 Annual Christmas in the Park Moravian Trombone Choir and Warwick High School Show Choir help with a community Carol singing and the official tree and park lighting for the Christmas Season. Event starts at 6:30PM Contact 717.626.8981 for more information

Christmas Tree Lighting: Saturday, December 2nd. (Times to be determined) The arrival of the holiday spirit officially gets started in Manheim. Join us on the Manheim Square for this real life “Whoville” experience which will include caroling, yummy hot chocolate, and a community jazz band. Other event entertainment features local students from our own Crickets School for the Performing Arts sharing dance numbers from the Nutcracker Ballet and pony and cart rides for children. Our Tree Lighting would not be complete without Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Mrs. Claus will read some classic Christmas stories to children of all ages! Residents and visitors can buy a chance to “flip the switch” on the lights illuminating the tree that will adorn our beautiful and historic Market Square. The annual Christmas Tree Lighting is a special event for the young and old! Children absolutely love to catch the first glimpse as Santa arrives!” The event is free and open to the public. “Many of our downtown businesses and restaurants will be open. More information can be located on our website at www. Manheimdowntown.org or call (717) 665-1762.

Folk Art Show: Friday and Saturday, December 7th and 8th. You are invited to join us at the Manheim Railroad Station for the annual sale of "Christmas Folk Art." The warm friendly atmosphere of one of the town's most fascinating buildings is an ideal setting to celebrate the Christmas season. Stop by, say "hello" and enjoy some of the fruits of our labors at this festive time of the year. A perfect place to find a unique gift for that hard to buy for person on your list. Manheim Railroad Station 210 South Charlotte Street Manheim, PA 17545 (717) 665-3243 - Doug Shaw

Holiday Tour of Homes: Sunday, December 9th 12pm – 6pm. You’re invited to visit the homes and businesses of downtown Manheim! For more information and a map of homes and businesses on tour, please visit www.manheimdowntown.org.

December 13th-Lititz Historical Foundation’s Carol Sing at the Moravian Church Square