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The York County Heritage Trust Auxiliary provides tremendous support, service and financial aid to the York County Heritage Trust. The Auxiliary began and still operates a number of signature events including Fastnacht Day, Mother's Day Ice Cream Parlor and the Annual Turkey Trot among other events and programs. Each year the Auxiliary provides funding to the YCHT to support its programs and services. In 2011-2012 the Auxiliary provided generous support to the 37th Annual Oyster Festival, the Junior Docent program, and the Junior Curator program.
2011-2012 Schedule of Events
Annual Holiday Schermer Pecan Sale - November 1, 2011 through January 2012 (until supplies last.) After 60 years of business Schermer Pecans are THE premier company for exceptional quality and taste. The York County Heritage Trust Auxiliary continues to offer these to the region during the holiday season. Pick up the perfect stocking stuffer, hostess gift, snack or dessert in the 12 ounce wrapped packages, then use a bag or two of the Mommoth Halves for baking in pies, pecan crusted chicken, stuffing or more! Act fast, some varieties sell out before the holidays. Each bag sells for $10.
Pecan Varieties:
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Milk Chocolate Covered 12 oz
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Dark Chocolate Covered 12 oz
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Pecan Carmel Clusters 12 oz
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Cinnamon Glazed 12 oz
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Mammoth Halves 16 oz
Locations:
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Historical Society Museum & Library, Tuesday - Saturday 9 am to 5 pm
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Central Market - Thursday 11 am to 1 pm and Saturday 9 am to 1 pm
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Farmer's Market - Friday and Saturday 9 am to 1 pm
Turkey Trot Sandwiches to Go! Delivery date November 18th. Enjoy fresh turkey croissant sandwiches with apples, sugar cakes and much more. Order by October 31st by clicking 2011 Turkey Trot Lunch Order Form. Free delivery when ordering three or more for your office or home!
YCHT Holiday Party - December 4, 2011- Kick off the holidays with special Auxiliary treats at the Holiday Party. Join members from across the region for a wonderful afternoon of nostalgia, music and merriment. Special one-day only discounts available from the gift shop.
Fastnacht Day - Tuesday, February 21, 2012 - Participate in the rich heritage of our region by feasting on Fastnachts! Historically, these "doughnuts" were made to use the fat in the house before the fasting season, today the Auxiliary helps us continue that tradition. Join us at the Historical Society Museum & Library, 250 East Market Street. The event is FREE!
Ice Cream Parlor - Sunday, May 13, 2012 - Treat Mom to an ice cream sundae, a root beer float and much more on her special day. During the Mother's Day Street Fair, please visit the Historical Society Museum & Library to get yours. Come early, some flavors sell out!
Upcoming Trips
Classical Turkey- October 4-16, 2012, visit legendary Troy, the city destroyed by the beauty of "the face which launched a thousand ships" during the Trojan War. Spend two relaxing nights in Antalya on the Turkish Riviera. Visit the ruins of Ephesus, once one of the grandest cities in the Roman world. Explore Istanbul's famous sites, including the Blue Mosque, Church of Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Plus so much more! Please note that for your convenience all travelers will receive whisper sets so that you don't miss the excitement of the various tours. Enjoy 13 days of exciting travel and 20 meals (11 breakfasts and 9 dinners)
Book by April 4, 2012 to enjoy early bird pricing:
Double $3,609; Single $4,109; Triple $3,579
Standard pricing if booked after April 4:
Double $3,709; Single $4,209; Triple $3,679
Rates are per person. Included in the price is round trip air from Dulles International Airport, air taxes and fees/surcharges of $150 (subject to increase until paid in full), hotel transfers, round trip transportation between York and Washington Dulle Airport, $100 per person tax-deductible contribution to the York County Heritage Trust Auxiliary. Not included in price is the cancellation waiver and insurance of $200 per person.
Join the Auxiliary on November 2 for a slide show previewing Classical Turkey at the Historical Society Museum, 250 E. Market St. in Downtown York, beginning at 3 p.m. Questions? Please contact Auxiliary representative Norma Shue at 717-755-6887.
2011/2012 YCHT Auxiliary Officers and Board Members
President - Doris Hartdagen
Vice President - Romaine Ebersole
Recording Secretary - Jacqueline Sutton
Corresponding Secretary - June Heistand
Treasurer - Wanda Miller
Membership Chair - Louise Marx
Regina Altland, Kathryn Bentz, Mardella Brenneman, Rebecca Cox, Elizabeth Knaub,
Norma Kniseley, Helen Lehman, Evelyn Long, Marilyn Owens, Rebecca Roberts, Marianne Spangler, Julia Welber, Joan Whittemore and Karen Wix
New members are always welcome! Potential Auxiliary members must either already be a member in good standing with the Trust or make joint application to both the Trust and the Auxiliary. For inquiries, please contact Louise Marx at 717-757-2472.
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