Join Pappus House for the 5th Annual Lanterns of Light event to celebrate the lives of all our loved ones who have gone before us.

“Every moment is made glorious by the light of love.”

Sunday, October 8, 2023
Sunset – 6:30 PM
Cousler Park – 1060 Church Road, York, PA 17404

Rain Date: Sunday, October 15, 2023
Arrive early to personalize your lantern(s). The launch will follow sunset.

The twinkling light from hundreds of lanterns will illuminate the pond at Cousler Park at sunset on Sunday, October 8, 2023.  Purchase and personalize lanterns in memory of your loved ones.
Watch as your lantern is lit and placed in the water, drifting and joining others, illuminating the night with peace, love, and connection.

Reserve your lantern here – using a credit card

If you prefer to send a check, use the form below and
mail to Pappus House, 253 Cherry Street, York, PA 17402.

A limited number of lanterns will also be available the night of the event for $30.

Arrive early (by 5:30) to personalize your lanterns.
Markers will be available, but feel free to bring other materials if you wish.

The program and lantern launch will follow at 6 PM.

Plan to bring a camp chair or blanket to watch the program & launch.

More event details will be emailed to all participants in early October.

Check Email or Facebook in case of inclement weather.




Additional sponsorships are available & appreciated. See below for more information.

Watch a video of the 2022 Lanterns of Light event below.
Special thanks to our student volunteer, Jack, for producing this awesome video for us!

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