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in Lancaster
Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Copper Cup, a locally owned coffee shop in Lancaster County, announced via social media that its Mount Joy location on West Main Street will close in early October—its last day is Saturday, Oct. 4, while its three other locations will remain open. WGAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster Bureau of Police Chief Richard Mendez will retire on Dec. 19 after a 25-year career. He made history as the first Hispanic chief and thanked his team and community — citing their support — while recruitment for his replacement will begin soon. WGAL
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Turkish Lamp Mosaic Art Workshop
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster — Cost varies — Create a stunning Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying authentic Turkish treats.
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Australian Pink Floyd Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exceptional tribute to the legendary Pink Floyd with stunning visuals and sound.
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Everence Development Conference
8 AM – 5 PM — Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square — Register Now! — Discover innovative strategies for mission-driven fundraising efforts.
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Driving Miss Daisy
2-3:30 p.m. — Fulton Theatre — Tickets from $106 — Witness a heartwarming performance at the historic venue in Lancaster.
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Eastool Auction & Expo
12 AM – 12 AM — Solanco Fair Association — Admission varies — Discover woodworking, metalworking, and construction products while bidding on tools and machinery at this expansive expo.
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Oktoberfest Celebration
11 AM – 6 PM — Mount Hope Estate & Winery — Entry fee applies — Celebrate German culture with craft brews and traditional festivities.
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Polo Match at Lancaster Polo Club
1-4 p.m. — Lancaster Polo Club — $10 entry — Enjoy an afternoon of tailgating and polo traditions while watching an exciting match.
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David Sedaris Live
7:30-9 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the humor and storytelling of renowned comedian and author David Sedaris.
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Béla Fleck Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Ware Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the virtuosic banjo sounds of America's own Béla Fleck in an intimate setting.
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Harvest Breakfast
8 AM – 12 PM — Lancaster Central Market — Pay-per-stand foods — Enjoy special Harvest themed foods, live music, and fun activities for all ages.
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Freedom Walk to End Human Trafficking
Freedom Walk is a community awareness and fundraising event, rallying hundreds of abolitionists, taking thousands of steps to make a difference. Freedom Walk is an outward expression of our inward desire to see human trafficking completely abolished. Join us on Saturday, October 11, from 10 am to 1 pm at Musser Park in Lancaster and make a difference in our community.
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