Open House

In this episode of Open House, host Raymond Gouker talks with Bob Brown and Kathleen Pratt from the Adams County Library System. Bob and Kathleen talk about their rolls, as well as the many things the library does, besides books. www.adamslibrary.org

In this episode of Open House, guest host Yeimi Bautista from Manos Unidas, talks with some members of Team Adams Special Olympics. Vanena Lohuis, Alex Harner and Gerry Lohuis talk about what they do in the Special Olympics, and how it has helped them both in participating and volunteering. https://specialolympicspa.org/

In this episode of Open House, Ray talks with Matt Muller. Matt is the Director of Safety and Communication for the Conewago Valley School District. Learn about Matt, his position, and how he and his team help keep our schools safe for our kids and staff. https://www.conewago.k12.pa.us/

In this special episode of Open House, Ray sits down with the new Executive Director of the Gettysburg Rec Park, Al Moyer. Learn about Al, and his plans to help continue to make the Rec Park a safe, fun and awesome place to be. www.gara-recpark.info

In this special Open House episode, guest hosted by Julia Chain from the South Mountain Partnership, we get to learn about Elizabeth Grant and her involvement with the Cumberland Planning Commission.

In this special Open House episode, Guest Host Jessica Dean, from Celebrate Gettysburg and Celebrate Hanover Magazines, talks with the three organizations who partnered together to created the Gettysburg Loves Love event. Jill Sellers from Main Street Gettysburg, Amy Welsh from Destination Gettysburg, and our very own Raymond Gouker from Community Media of South Central PA. Jessica talks with them …

In this episode of Open House, Ray talks with 5 members of the Mason Dixon Chapter of A.B.A.T.E. of PA. “A.B.A.T.E. of PA is an alliance of bikers dedicated to protecting the individual rights of motorcyclists through political change, charitable works, and public education. Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education or A.B.A.T.E. has been working towards motorcycle awareness and helping …

In this episode of Open House, Ray talks with Will Hudson, who is the executive director of the Adams Rescue Mission. Will emphasizes hope and community support, reflecting on a year focused on rehabilitation for the least fortunate. The conversation highlights the development of a new childcare program and the importance of affordable housing. Mental health challenges and the need …

Celebrate Gettysburg is a publication that has been highlighting Adams County for nearly 20 years. Produced six times a year, it features a dedicated team and emphasizes community engagement through events like the Giving Spree. Jessica Dean shares her inspiration and experiences in magazine publishing, aiming to connect tourists and residents. The publication focuses on storytelling, collaboration, and the importance …

In this episode of Open House, Ray talks with Susan Cole, who is the Co-Chair for Holiday Family Outreach. “Since 1953, Holiday Family Outreach, an all-volunteer nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, has provided Christmas toys and food to low-income families in Adams County, Pennsylvania.” In this episode, learn all about Holiday Family Outreach, what they do, and how you can get involve. …

In this special episode of Open House, Guest Host Christy Lucas from Roots for Boots sits down with Cindy Sampang. Cindy is the wife of Veteran Lyndon Sampang. She discusses how they met, her experience with Lyndon in the service, and how their lives changed when he got injured in the service. rootsforboots.com

In this special episode of Open House, guest host Meghan Clark from the South Mountain Partnership talks with Sarah Kipp from the Land Conservancy of Adams County. Learn about Sarah’s position, what the conservancy does, and how they partner with the South Mountain Partnership. “The Land Conservancy of Adams County is an accredited, member-supported, 501(c)3 nonprofit land trust dedicated to …

In this episode of Open House, guest host Julia Chain from the South Mountain Partnership talks with Jason Beale from the Central PA Conservancy. The “Central Pennsylvania Conservancy is a member-supported, accredited land trust protecting south central Pennsylvania since 1982. We hope that you’ll join us in our mission “to acquire, preserve, and protect local land and natural resources in …

In this special episode of Open House, Julia Chain from the South Mountain Partnership, talks with Ben Wenk, owner of Ploughman Cider. Ben talks about how he got started in cider, his passions, and how he works with the South Mountain Partnership. www.ploughmancider.com

In this Open House, guest hosted by the South Mountain Partnership, learn about Christine Musser and her role as a Historic Preservation Consultant, as well as how she partners with the South Mountain Partnership.

In this special Open House Episode, Julia Chain from the South Mountain Partnership, guest hosts and talks with Allen Dieterich-Ward. Allen is the Director of the Graduate School & Professor of History at Shippensburg University, as well as a part of the Cumberland Valley Rail Trail. He talks about his position, how he got involved, and what they do to …

In this episode of Open House, Guest Host Meghan Clark from the South Mountain Partnership, talks with Janet Pollard who is the Executive Director of Franklin County Visitor’s Bureau. From farmlands to forest, there’s plenty to do in Franklin County. Learn about how the Bureau helps direct people to fun things to do, and how they partner with the South …

In this special episode of Open House, Meghan Clark from the South Mountain Partnership guest hosts and talks with Brandon Hoover from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (PA DNCR). Brandon discusses the goal and mission of the DNCR as well as it’s partnership with South Mountain. www.dcnr.pa.gov www.southmountainpartnership.org

For this monthly episode, Ray talks with Jason Martz about upcoming events you and your family can attend, including the upcoming World War II Weekend! nps.gov/gett or nps.gov/eise

In this episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Elida Murray to discuss how she liked being a Guest Host for us, and why she picked the organizations that she did. We would like to extend a huge thank you again to Elida for being a guest host, and brining in people that help make Adams County a Safe, …

In this episode of Open House, Ray and Lara talk with Elaine Shenk and John Dizon from Bethany Christian Services and their Safe Families for Children program. Learn all about Bethany, what services they provide, and how they help bring and keep families together. https://bethany.org/

In this episode of Open House, Ray sits down with The Gleaning Project. Matthew Moser the executive director, Natalie Sinclair the Assistant Coordinator, Jan Althoff, founder and Carolyn George a volunteer. Learn all about the Gleaning Project, how they help our community, and how you can get involved! thegleaningproject.org

In this episode of Open House, Ray talks with returning guest, Jason Martz who is the Communication Specialist for the Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower Historic Site. They discuss how the Park’s July event went, what you can find on the Park’s website, and some upcoming events like the World World II Weekend. To learn even more about the …

In this episode of Open House, Ray talks with Lisa Cadigan, the Executive Director of the Adams County Arts Council. They discuss the many ways the Arts Council provides artistic avenues for people to have a voice and be heard, and the many ways the community can connect through art. To learn even more about the Arts Council visit their …

In this special episode of Open House, Ray talks with Joe Ewers the founder of the 2nd South Carolina String Band! Joe discusses how the band got started, how they became the most popular Civil War String Band, and where they are today. To learn even more about the band, or to listen to their music you can visit their …

In this episode of Open House, Ray talks with Michael Nelson, the Executive Director of the Lomas Center Museum, and Pete Socks from SockEm Web Solutions. They discuss what the museum has, how it began, events it holds and much more. To learn more of the Lomas Center Museum visit: lomascenter.org

In this special episode of Open House, Guest Host Elida Murray from the Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center talks about the Gettysburg Community Theatre. Hear from the Executive Director of the Theatre, Chad-Alan Carr along with two volunteers, Kelli and Ella Scott! Learn all about the Theatre and what they do to help our kids have a safe place to …

In this special episode of Open House, guest host Elida Murray from the Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center, talks about Collaborating For Youth. (CFY). She talks with Lyric Gallagher, the CFY Youth Coalition Coordinator along with two Youth Coalition Co-chairs: Ashley Rodriguez and Maia Niedererr. Learn all about the CFY and what they do in Adams County to help our …

In this special episode of Open House, Guest Host Elida Murray from the Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center, talks about the Head Start program. She talks with Jennifer Showers who is the Executive Director of Head Start, along with Amy Geesey, a Head Start Teacher, and Kate Parichuk, a Head Start parent. Learn all about the Head Start program, and …

In this episode of Open House, Guest Host Elida Murrary from the Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center, brings in some people of Adams County 4-H. Alexis Lansford, a 4-H educator and Penn State Extension Educator, talks about what all 4-H has to offer for us, and our Youth. Joining her are two 4-H Youths, Casey Zirk & Makayla Keller, who …