GEARS will offer activities to the community. Unless otherwise noted, there is a per-person cost, with a discounted rate for residents. To register or for more information, visit http://www.getintogears.org or call 717-367-0355.

How to Finally Clear Your Clutter will be offered on Mondays, Jan. 6, 13, and 27, 2025, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the GEARS Community Center, 70 S. Poplar St., Elizabethtown. This series will provide an understanding of different types of clutter, how habits form over time, effective methods to tackle clutter, and avenues to disperse unneeded belongings. The program will be led by Kristen Patterson, owner of Sorted & Staged Home Enhancement Services.

Youths are invited to play pickup pickleball on Saturdays, Jan. 18 and 25, in the gym at the GEARS Community Center. Those ages 10 to 13 may play from 1:30 to 3 p.m., and those ages 14 to 18 may participate from 3:15 to 4:45 p.m. Equipment will be available. No preregistration is necessary, and payment of the daily fee in cash is due upon arrival each day of participation. This program is limited to the first 16 participants each day and time due to gym space. Parents may spectate from the stage.

New sessions of GEARS' fitness classes will begin in January. A variety of classes tailored to people of all interests and skill levels, including beginners, are planned.