The Ewha Womans University College of Music will hold a "Giving Thanks" concert at First United Methodist Church (UMC), 29 E. Walnut St., Lancaster, on Saturday, March 1, at 5 p.m. as part of the College of Music's 100th anniversary celebrations. The concert will feature more than 70 musicians, a women's choir, and a mix of Western classical and traditional Korean music.

The performance will honor the historical ties between Lancaster and Ewha. Henry Appenzeller, a missionary sent by First UMC, played a pivotal role in fostering education and cultural exchange between Korea and the U.S. His daughter Alice Appenzeller significantly contributed to Ewha's development through her fundraising efforts, teaching, and leadership as the school's president from 1922 to 1939. Today, Ewha remains one of the largest female schools and one of the most prestigious universities in South Korea.

Parking is available in a lot behind the First UMC building. For more information, visit http://www.engagegodfirst.org or call 717-394-7231.