Good morning, Lancaster County. The heat breaks today - we're dropping into the 50s with a chance of rain, so it's a good day to stay cozy and catch up on what's happening around the county. Inside: a feel-good fundraising milestone, a weekend packed with festivals and farm fun, and a murder mystery you can solve from a moving train.

In today's Lancaster Local:

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Lancaster Mennonite Marks 30 Years of Giving with Record-Breaking Golf Day

Lancaster Mennonite School's 30th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament brought in just over $29,000 to support Christ-centered education at LM - a meaningful milestone for a community tradition now three decades strong. Held on May 12 at Meadia Heights Golf Club on Golf Road in Lancaster, the tournament featured both morning and afternoon rounds, drawing players together around a shared purpose. Three decades in, the tournament keeps finding new energy, and this year's total is a testament to the loyalty of everyone who tees up for LM year after year.

A big weekend is coming - here's how to make the most of it.

🌸 Cherry Crest Adventure Farm - Early Season Opening Day - Cherry Crest Adventure Farm - 150 Cherry Hill Road, Ronks, PA. Saturday, May 23, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM. One of Lancaster County's most beloved family destinations kicks off its 2026 early season this Saturday, running through June 27 with a full slate of farm activities for all ages. Pack the family and head to Ronks for a day of fresh air and Lancaster-style fun. More info →

🔍 Lancaster City Scavenger Hunt - Starts at 38 Penn Square, Lancaster, PA. Available Friday May 22 through Sunday May 24; approximately 3 hours per experience. Explore downtown Lancaster in a whole new way with this app-based scavenger hunt from Unique Lancaster Experiences - solve clues, complete challenges, and unlock rewards and discounts at local shops along the way. Use code DISCOVER for 10% off through Discover Lancaster. More info →

🚗 22nd Annual Country Cruise & Fireman's Festival - Oregon Dairy - 2900 Oregon Pike, Lititz, PA. Saturday, May 23, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM. Street rods, classics, bikes, trucks, antiques, fire engine rides, door prizes - and Joe's Famous Wings & Wieners rolling in from 10 AM to 5 PM. Car-show registration donations benefit West Earl Fire Co., making this one cruise-in that gives back. More info →

🍗 Hand-in-Hand Fire Company Chicken Barbecue - Hand-in-Hand Fire Company - 313 Enterprise Drive, Bird-in-Hand, PA. Saturday, May 23, 9:30 AM–6:00 PM (or until sold out). This take-out-only barbecue is pure Lancaster County: half a BBQ chicken with Meadowcreek seasoning, applesauce, chips, pickles, roll and butter, a drink, and a homemade whoopie pie - all benefiting the Bird-in-Hand fire company that keeps your community safe. Go early; these meals have a way of disappearing. More info →

🥂 FlavorFest at Mount Hope - Mount Hope Estate & Winery - 2775 Lebanon Road, Manheim, PA. Saturday, May 23 and Sunday, May 24, 11:00 AM–5:00 PM. Wine and spirits sampling, food vendors, artisan merchants, and festival activities fill the grounds of Mount Hope Estate for a two-day celebration of Lancaster County flavor. Tickets are date-specific and include a tasting glass - grab yours in advance before they sell out. Get tickets →

🥁 Mount Joy Memorial Day Parade - Main Street, Mount Joy, PA. Saturday, May 23, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM. Billed as the largest parade in Lancaster County, Mount Joy's annual Memorial Day tribute returns to Main Street this weekend to honor those who served. A Lancaster County tradition worth bringing the whole family out for. More info →

🚂 Murder Mystery Train - Strasburg Rail Road - 301 Gap Road, Ronks, PA. Weekends and select weekdays through September 6; check the booking page for departure times. Strasburg Rail Road's 2026 mystery experience, A Motif for Murder, drops passengers into an interactive whodunit set at the retirement party of a 1930s jazz pianist - all aboard a moving train. Whether you solve the case or not, the ride alone is worth it. More info →

Weather For Thursday, May 21 - Today's a good day to enjoy the cool-down - highs in the mid-to-upper 50s with a 65% chance of rain, so grab a jacket and maybe a good book. The heat of this week gives way to a refreshingly crisp late-May day.

Thanks for reading Lancaster Local. The weekend ahead is packed with all the things that make this county worth writing about - farm openings, fire company fundraisers, parades, and a murder mystery on rails. Share this with someone who deserves a great weekend, and we'll see you tomorrow.

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