Your Arborcreek Magazine SPRING • 2020 — Volume 5 • Number 1

SPRING • 2020 Welcome Back to HC In Bloom!

The HC Community Engagement Team received great feedback from last year’s venture and can’t wait your to seearborcreek your 2020 vision for your flower and vegetable gardens. Once again, thank you to Stan’s Garden Center for partnering with us on the colorful experience. Registration between April 1 and May 31st Simply stop in the HC Municipal...something Building to sign up. for everyone! At registration you will receive an “HC In Bloom” yard sign that must be displayed in your front yard and visible from the road. You will also receive a one-time use coupon from Stan’s Garden Center for 10% off of plant material purchased. Coupon expires May 31, 2020.

Three Garden Categories: 1. Resident Flower Garden 2. Resident Vegetable Garden (Annual and/or perennial) 3. Commercial/Business Flower Garden

Gardens will be judged on the following criteria: Flower Garden: Vegetable Garden: • Use of Color • Variety of Plants 2020 • Layout and Design • Layout and Design • Variety of Flowers • Health of Plants • Health of Plants • “Curb Appeal” of Garden • “Curb appeal” of Flowers

Residential Winners will receive: 1st place - $250 Stan’s Garden Center Gift Card 2nd place - $100 Stan’s Garden Center Gift Card 3rd place - $50 Stan’s Garden Center Gift Card Single Business/Commercial Flower Garden winner will receive a recognition plaque

Required registration information includes: 1. Name and address yourHarborcreek Magazine 2. Location of garden to be judged Container flower pots or container gardens are (front or back yard) eligible for judging. 3. Category entering: Judging for Flower Garden entries will take place Resident Flower (Free entry fee) the week of July 13th and judging of Vegetable Resident Vegetable (Free entry fee) Gardens will take place the week of August 10th. Judging will be done by volunteers from the HC Commercial Flower ($25 registration fee) Community Engagement Team and all winners will 4. Permission for judges to photograph your be notified towards the end of August. property for use in the Fall Issue of

HC In Bloom signs will be “harvested” by volunteer members the end of September. An opportunity for HarborcreekHarborcreek residents Residents!! to WINNERS WILL BE FEATURED IN THE FALL 2020 EDITION OF show off their flower and yourHarborcreek MAGAZINE. vegetableShow off gardens your withflower andthe chance vegetable of winning gardens! great prizes compliments of Stan’ssee pageGarden 24 for Center. details What Is Your Barrier To A Healthier Smile? North East Dental Arts Has Solutions!

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2020 has gotten off to a busy start at Harborcreek Township Harborcreek Township. We have welcomed 5601 Buffalo Road new Supervisor Steve Oler to the team and Harborcreek, PA 16421 CONTENT Harborcreek continues to plan and work 814-899-3171 towards a bright future in the township. www.harborcreektownship.org In The Community ...... 2-7 & 12 A mild winter has allowed crews to begin Development Update...... 8 work on a renovated concession stand Normal Business Hours: and restrooms at Whitford Park as well Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Historical Society...... 14 as staying on top of road maintenance. Closed Weekends and Holidays Fire Departments...... 15-17 As soon as warmer weather sets in, parks will spring to life and welcome you back to Community Calendar...... 18-19 Supervisors: enjoy the fresh air in our almost 900 acres Husky Happenings...... 20-23 of parkland. It will also be a busy summer Tim May, Dean Pepicello, Steve Oler season as roads crews will be out prepping STEAM at Harbor Creek...... 25-26 Connie Cruz - Zoning Administrator for projects throughout the township. Healthy in Harborcreek...... 28 Shelley Hull - Board Secretary We welcome you to enjoy all that Harborcreek has to offer this spring and Steve Seidler - Comptroller summer including the Whitford Park Dave Eades - IT Local Government Offices: Brian Benovic - EMA Summer Concert Series which starts District Justice Lisa R. Ferrick Krista Arnold - Code Enforcement Wednesday, June 10th. It’s one of our long 3921 Buffalo Road standing traditions that makes Harborcreek Michelle Hannold - Receptionist/Roads Erie, PA 16510 a great place to live, work, and play. and Parks Secretary 814-451-6516 Harborcreek Township... Something for Everyone The Road & Parks Crew: State Representative Dean, Steve and Tim Mike Bean Mike Harrington Curt Sonney - 4th District Dave Zellefrow Bryer Sonney District Office Kurt Heidecker Steve Brainard K-Mart Plaza Interested in advertising in “your 4457 Buffalo Road Harborcreek” magazine and reaching Isaac Dombrowski Ted Harmle John Pearson Doug Doerr Erie, PA 16510 over 17,000 residents of Harborcreek 814-897-2080 Township? Greg Rzodkiewicz Jason Moczulski Steve Salow Wayne Boyd State Senator Dan Laughlin Please contact Stacey Stranko at Nick Taccone Bob Anderson 1314 Griswold Plaza [email protected] Don Erbin Erie, PA 16501 or call: 814-636-4419 Dakota Sonney 814-453-2515 Would you like to contribute content to “yourHarborcreek” magazine? Please Harborcreeek Township Sewer Auth. forward information and pictures (if 814-899-9191 applicable) to YourHarborcreek@ Brian McNamara, HTSA Manager harborcreektownship.org or call 814-899-3171. Harborcreek Township Harborcreeek Township Tax Collector Pam Brink maintains full editorial rights and will 5601 Buffalo Road include content when content room is Harborcreek, PA 16421 available. 814-899-0818 Tuesday-Friday, 9:30-1pm and 2-5pm MAGAZINE DEADLINE: The next deadline to submit content to Harborcreek Senior Center/AARP be considered for “yourHarborcreek” Chapter magazine is May 11, 2020. Located in lower level of HC Municipal Building — Hours - Monday & Photo credits in this issue of “your Wednesday — 12:30pm to 4:30pm Harborcreek”, all or in part, courtesy of Monthly meetings normally held the first John D. Fox Photography and Kevin Soles. Tuesday of each month @ 1:00pm. Please call 814-899-3171 to confirm. 1 In The Community June 10 Country Blue Harborcreek Township Update – June 17 A Look Ahead… Generic Grass (roots/rock) WHITFORD PARK June 24 As we turn the calendar to a new decade it’s a good time to look Loose Change Band ahead at the next 10 years for Harborcreek Township. The last 10 years, in large part due to a new attitude towards development, Concert Series July 1 aggressive but short-term tax abatement, and a willingness of The Mountain Thyme Ramblers developers to take some chances on an east side suburb amid a Spring Things to do in Harborcreek! Wednesdays Evenings at 7 pm July 8 surging national economy, brought extensive redevelopment and Shady Side commercial expansion while residential growth slowed as Erie County Rolling Ridge Crafts continued to lose population. July 15 Look no further than Rolling Ridge Park for daily summer crafts More than 10 years after that commercial renaissance began, the Acoustic Ear Candy (roots/rock) fun! Pam and Marilyn are excited to continue one of Harborcreek’s rise of Amazon and on-line purchasing from even the smallest mom July 22 longest running summertime traditions. More details will be available and pop shops, combined with Erie County’s population decline Mike and Marie Acoustics as school draws to a close and summer heats up – tentative date for has contributed to some leveling off of commercial construction. Pam and Marilyn’s arrival is June 8th – 9 to 1 PM. Keep checking our While we believe moderate commercial expansion will continue for Jul 29 website and Facebook for more updates. the foreseeable future, we don’t expect to continue at the pace of Lake Erie Banjo Jammers the last decade. Similar outlying municipalities, particularly in many Tennis lessons in the Creek August 5 rust belt towns, are dealing with the same issues. You need to look Polka Relations Perhaps a future Roger Federer in the house? Harborcreek Town- no further than the empty spaces in the Millcreek Mall to see how ship is once again will once again be hosting a FREE tennis clinic for quickly business trends can change. Regardless, we expect moderate August 12 Harborcreek children aged 8-18. Check the township website and commercial growth to continue. Kurt Novakowski, Elvis Impersonator Facebook page for specific times and dates. We are seeing some early signs of increased residential growth as August 19 Harborcreek’s Family Fishing Day people continue to choose Harborcreek Township to live, work, play, David Julius and send their children to school. New housing starts are up, at least Fishing day will take place on Saturday, May 2nd at Harborcreek one new subdivision is being built, vacant lots are being purchased, Community Park. The S.O.N.S of Lake Erie will be on hand to help and Harborcreek houses for sale are among the shortest times on young anglers learn how to bait, cast, and catch a keeper! The fun market of any Erie County municipality. We expect to markedly grow starts about 8 am when you can help the great volunteers from residentially over the next decade. S.O.N.S. stock the pond. As always, we’ll continue to provide all of the services you’ve been accustomed to receiving at the best level possible. Our door is always open. Any time you have any questions or Public Safety Update: comments about township operations please ask. The Harborcreek Township Emergency Response Team (237) would like to give the residents of Harborcreek Township an update on our public safety program. The Harborcreek Township Emergency Response Team was formed in a collaborative effort by the Township Supervisors and the three volunteer fire departments in 2012. The team helps the volunteer fire departments during the day when they are short on manpower. The team consists of 6 township employees trained in ems and fire responses. Two members of the team are also volunteers with Brookside Fire Company, one member is a volunteer with Harborcreek Fire Department and one is a volunteer with Kuhl Hose Fire Company. Since its inception in 2012 through the end of 2019 the team has responded to 2,769 calls for assistance with the volunteer fire departments. By assisting these departments in answering emergency ems and fire calls we can assure that all ambulance revenue money stays within the township and goes to support the volunteer fire companies that serve Harborcreek Township. Thank you Brevillier Village The team and the volunteer fire departments will continue to work for sponsoring the 2020 Whitford hand in hand to provide quality public safety for the residents, visitors The East Erie Moose Lodge recently donated to over 75 local Park Summer Concert Series! and surrounding neighbors of Harborcreek Township now and into the charities and organizations. Harborcreek Township salutes all future. members of the Moose for their generosity.

2 June 10 Country Blue June 17 Generic Grass (roots/rock) WHITFORD PARK June 24 Loose Change Band Concert Series July 1 The Mountain Thyme Ramblers Wednesdays Evenings at 7 pm July 8 Shady Side July 15 Acoustic Ear Candy (roots/rock) July 22 Mike and Marie Acoustics Jul 29 Lake Erie Banjo Jammers August 5 Polka Relations August 12 Kurt Novakowski, Elvis Impersonator August 19 David Julius

Thank you Brevillier Village for sponsoring the 2020 Whitford Park Summer Concert Series! In The Community

Every Person Counts: The 2020 Census

Our community is an important part of the American story Every ten years our nation conducts a count of everyone living in the United States, this is known as the Decennial Census. This count is so important it is mandated by the U.S. Constitution. Ensure our community’s story is told by completing the 2020 Census.

Your response is important to our community The census determines the number of Congressional seats each state is apportioned. Since the 2000 Census, Pennsylvania has lost three Congressional seats. Pennsylvania is in range to lose an additional seat based on the 2020 Census count. The data also informs where over $675 billion in federal funding is spent each year in states and communities. According to a study from George Washington University, for each person not counted in the census our community loses approximately $2,100 a year each year for ten years. Thaåt includes funding for programs such as: • Medicare and Medicaid • Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) • Education grants for schools • Supplemental nutritional programs (SNAP and WIC) • Housing programs • Community Development Block Grant funding • Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Block Grant

Responding Is Safe Strict federal law protects your personal information. Identifying information cannot be shared with any outside agency including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE), landlords, or other agencies. Data collected can only be used for statistical purposes that help inform important decisions, including how much federal funding our community receives.

Responding Is Easy The 2020 Census survey is nine questions and takes about ten minutes to complete. You can respond to the census online, by phone, or by mail. You can choose the option that works best for you. Please visit 2020CENSUS.GOV for more information including how to apply for census jobs in our area.

“Superload” Cruises Through Harborcreek Township

On Thursday, December 5th a 628,000 lb. “Superload” left the Port of Erie and headed on a 300-mile journey to Lock Haven, PA. The Yankee Dryer spent the night at the Buffalo and Nagle Road intersection before heading back out on the road. The 217-foot-long shipment cautiously crossed under numerous traffic signals and communication wires during its route. Harborcreek Township would like to thank all residents for their patience during their commutes and hats off to township employees for providing safe passage to the shipment.

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5 BicycleSafety Event Saturday, April 25th, 2020 9 am to Noon Harborcreek Municipal Building 5601 Buffalo Road

The Harborcreek Parks & Recreation Board is excited to welcome their friends from Lake Country Bike who will be on hand to help you get your bikes ready for a great season of biking. They’ll check the ABC’s of biking safety (air, brakes, and chain) and make other minor adjustments and repairs so that you and your family will have a safe bike to ride. Most minor repairs will be done free of charge and more extensive bike repairs will be done at a nominal fee.

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6 In The Community What’s the Difference So, what kinds of investments meet these criteria? You actually have quite a choice, including mutual funds consisting of short-term corporate or Between Short- and government bonds; certificates of deposit; cash management accounts; money Long-term Investing? market accounts; and U.S. Treasury securities. Now, moving on to longer-term goals, the situation can be quite a bit different. As you go through life, you’ll have many Suppose, for instance, you’re saving and investing for a retirement that may be financial goals. Fortunately, you don’t need three or four decades away. For this goal, you have one overriding motivation: to achieve them all at the same time. But to end up with as much money as possible. And since you have so many years when you have a mix of short- and long-term until you need this money, you may be able to take on more risk than you could goals, you will need to pursue some different with the investments you counted on for your short-term needs. This isn’t to investment strategies simultaneously. say you should be reckless, of course – you still need to pay attention to your Your short-term goals may depend individual risk tolerance. Overall, though, there’s a big philosophical difference, somewhat on your stage in life. For example, in terms of risk capacity, between investing for the long term versus the short when you’re starting out with your career and term. you’re beginning to raise a family, you may well When you’re saving for a long-term goal such as retirement, you may need have a goal of saving enough money for a down payment on a home. Later on, to rely primarily on your IRA and your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored though, you may decide you want to travel the world for a year. retirement plan. And within these accounts, you’ll need a reasonable percentage Because you know about how much money you’ll need, and when you’ll need of growth-oriented investments such as stocks and stock-based mutual funds. it, you can choose the appropriate investments, with these characteristics: It’s true that stocks are volatile, with sometimes sharp price declines. But in exchange, you get far greater growth potential than you would with any of the • Low risk – Above all else, you want the right amount of money to be there short-term investments named above. Furthermore, the longer you hold stocks when it’s time to use it. So, you’ll need low-risk, high-stability investments. You or stock-based investments, the more the price volatility tends to even out. won’t see much in the way of growth from these types of investments, but you (Keep in mind, though, that there are no guarantees of profit.) also won’t be sweating every single market downturn in fear of not reaching your goal. So, there you have them: short- and long-term investments. A financial professional can help you choose the ones that can help you keep moving • Liquidity – You won’t want to worry about trying to find a market for your toward all your goals, whether they’re three years or three decades away. investment when it’s time to sell it and then use the proceeds for your short- term goal. That’s why you need to pick short-term vehicles that are highly liquid. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor

Bad Teeth, Barriers & Budget – Dental treatment can be expensive, whether you are without insurance or your plan does not cover the necessary procedures. Fortunately, many Broken Dreams financing options may be available to help obtain treatment. Dina L. Nuhfer, D.M.D. Trust – In the dentist-patient relationship, trust comes from the assurance that North East Dental Arts your personal information will be kept confidential, procedures are in your best [email protected] interests and patient needs are recognized by the provider. Seeing patients overcome these common dental barriers and completing Bad Teeth their treatment plans with healthier mouths as a result are the most gratifying Bad teeth are often associated with physical experiences for me and our team at North East Dental Arts. conditions such as gum disease, cardiovascular Broken Dreams disease, diabetes, respiratory infections, kidney disease, infertility, erectile dysfunction In a survey completed by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and rheumatoid arthritis. However, bad teeth (AACD), it was revealed that 92% of respondents think that a pretty smile is can also have an impact psychologically; a vital societal asset. It’s a sad and unfortunate fact of life, many people make causing emotional anxiety, avoidance of close relationships and fear of rejection. instant judgements of others based on appearance including someone’s smile According to a study by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers and teeth. These types of biases by others can prevent individuals with oral for Disease Control (CDC), virtually all American adults have tooth decay, and health care problems from realizing their dreams. more than a quarter have cavities that have not been treated. Many are risking The effects of bad teeth can include limited employment prospects, limited further erosion of their oral health, overall health and mental wellbeing. relationship prospects and other physical and emotional effects. Greater Barriers importance of proper oral health care should be given to your overall health and mental wellbeing because oral health greatly impacts one’s quality of life. Some of the more common patient barriers include fear, embarrassment, time, budget and trust. If you have or may experience any of these worries, they can In several other similar studies, individuals with good oral hygiene often all be overcome. A well-trained and experienced dentist or hygienist will inquire report being treated with dignity, respect, kindness and courtesy by others more and discuss barriers to proper oral health care as they pertain to each individual so than individuals with poor oral hygiene. It’s another sad but unfortunate fact patient. of life. The confidence, dignity, self-esteem and feeling good about oneself along with the positive perception of others; all by achieving and maintaining a healthy Fear – Dentophobia, or fear of dentists, is a common phobia among people of smile cannot be overstated. all ages. An irrational fear or bad experience in the past shouldn’t prejudice you against future dental visits. Every dental professional wants their patients to Summary feel calm and relaxed. Openly discuss your fears prior to the start of any dental The good news for people suffering from bad teeth is that there’s a solution procedure. for almost every dental problem. Even better, many problems can be avoided Embarrassment – Perhaps, you’ve gone years without a cleaning or put off with diligent at-home oral health care and maintaining regular office visits for treatment. You shouldn’t feel ashamed by the compromised state of your mouth. dental exams and professional cleanings. If it’s been over six months since your Your dentist or hygienist has likely seen much worse. last check-up and cleaning, please schedule a visit with your dentist or contact a new practice. Bad teeth and barriers do not have to lead to broken dreams Time – Symptoms and problems that occur with your mouth, teeth, and gums because a healthier, brighter and confident smile may be a phone call away! should be addressed during the earliest stages. It’s also helpful to have your dentist’s office location and hours fit your schedule or needs.

6 7 Development Update

Harborcreek Township Residential Some things Realty Transfer Report November 2019 - just belong together January 2020 Address Amount 3915 Adelaide Drive $150,000.00 4090 Appleberry Drive $279,000.00 2821 Athens Road $160,000.00 8827 Belle Road $50,750.00 2052 Bernwood Drive $179,000.00 537 Boyer Road $145,000.00 1205 Boyer Road $157,000.00 3744 Briarwood Drive $130,000.00 Save when you insure your home 3722 Brierwood Drive $139,900.00 and auto with ERIE. 2104 Clark Road $110,000.00 See what you might save. Call today. 8236 Clark Road $87,400.00 3552 Crestwood Drive $124,900.00 Robin Margosian 3553 Crestwood Drive $135,000.00 Laskowski Insurance Agency 4620 Buffalo Rd 4120 David Road $130,000.00 Erie, PA 16510-2207 4160 David Road $108,500.00 [email protected] 1938 Davison Road $267,000.00 814-897-8467 2708 Depot Road $40,000.00 7414 Dutton Road $55,000.00 5057 East Lake Road $197,500.00 Discounts, rates and coverages vary by state and are subject to eligibility and applicable rates and rules. 5024 Ebersole Drive $40,000.00 Go to erieinsurance.com for company licensure and territory information. S1693 10/15 4153 Freeman Road $171,000.00 3701 Harbor Ridge Trail $290,000.00 3737 Harbor Ridge Trail $195,000.00 3779 Harbor Ridge Trail $195,000.00 189 Harbor Road $176,000.00 6862 Heather Trail $274,900.00 3952 Irene Drive $152,000.00 6391 Lake Forrest Drive $272,000.00 42 Lake Haven Court $665,000.00 125 Lowry Road $145,000.00 5702 Lunger Road $151,900.00 5851 Lunger Road $240,000.00 7124 McGill Road $105,000.00 429 Parkside Drive $151,000.00 4656 Parkwood Drive $200,000.00 5172 Ridge Parkway $123,000.00 8875 Rohl Road $190,000.00 3726 Saltsman Road $156,000.00 3943 Shamrock Court $275,000.00 4250 Shannon Road $135,000.00 2072 Suzanne Drive $205,000.00 3007 Suzanne Drive $321,440.00 3017 Suzanne Drive $438,500.00 451 West Eaglewood Drive $470,000.00 5212 Wiltsie Road $158,200.00 5362 Winterberry Lane $270,000.00 4016 Woodsdale Avenue $275,000.00

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11 In The Community In most of these circumstances you must insure your auto for business use. Separating Auto Insurance Typically, just having a business class rate applied to your personal auto policy Myths from Facts will cover you properly. Call your insurance agent and he or she can make sure you have the proper insurance to protect you for how you are using your auto. Robin M. Margosian, CIC, CISR [email protected] Myth 4: “I only need to carry the minimum amount of auto liability required by law.” Most every state requires you to obtain a minimum amount of auto Know the facts when shopping for auto insurance liability coverage. Typically, the minimum amount is nowhere near insurance—what effects the cost of your enough coverage. If you carry only the minimum coverage, you are responsible policy and what doesn’t. There are many, but to pay additional expenses as a result of the accident. Many times, more than listed below are five common myths: most people are able to pay out-of-pocket. It is generally recommended by the Myth 1: “The color of my automobile insurance industry to carry a minimum of $100,000 bodily injury coverage per effects my insurance rates.” Whether your person and $300,000 per accident. If your financial assets are higher—you automobile is white, silver or red—the color would want to consider higher amounts of coverage as well as considering an doesn’t actually factor into your rates. Rates umbrella policy. Both increasing coverage and an umbrella policy are a very are based on the year, make and model inexpensive way to adequately cover you. of the vehicle, the cost to repair it, overall safety record, chances of theft as Myth 5: “My insurance company can cancel my auto policy at any time.” well as many other characteristics of the automobile. Other factors taken into State regulations prohibit insurance companies from canceling you in the consideration to determine rates include information on the drivers—such as middle of your policy term, unless the company has adequate grounds to age, driving record, credit history and how the automobile is used (pleasure, do so. Such grounds include fraud, non-payment of premium or suspension driving to work or for business). of your driver’s license. Insurance companies can non-renew your policy at Myth 2: “If my friend drives my car, his or her auto insurance will cover the renewal time for a variety of reasons. The main reason for non-renewal is damages if an accident occurs.” Insurance typically follows the automobile. If 2 or more at fault accidents within a 3-year period. you give a licensed driver permission to drive your auto and that person has an Talking with an insurance agent can help you determine the myths from accident, it will be covered under your policy—not the driver’s policy. Beware, the facts. lend out your automobile and you are lending out your insurance policy. Myth 3: “My auto insurance policy covers me while I’m using my automobile for business”. If you are using your auto for business or to transport items or people—beware.

Tech Tips with #4 Drive more often Here’s an example. Many times we hear about grandma’s car giving her Lou Norman starting trouble. What happens is, her car is sitting for about a week before it gets driven. Then, she starts up the car, cranks the heat and goes 4 blocks Weak Battery Tips to see the grand kids. So, the battery never got charged from her starting it! We get many phone calls from clients who Furthermore, the car had been sitting for a week and that battery is always discover a dead or weak battery. slowly draining. That’s because, today’s new cars are equipped with many computers. And, these computers put more strain on the battery. Car batteries Really cold or really hot weather will make needs fully charged so they don’t become a weak battery. an already weak battery worse. Have you noticed that your car struggles a little more on #5 Excessive Idling a cold morning after sitting overnight? Well, Try to avoid sitting still with the all the power robbing features on. As an that could be a sign of a weak battery. Here example, you may find yourself warming the car on a cold day. But, you need to are 6 Tips about Weak Battery Prevention. help your battery. So, turn off your rear defroster, heated seats, and headlights and fog lights. Furthermore, turn your heater fan down from full blast. #1 Get the battery checked #6 ECON Button Did you know that the average lifespan of a battery is less than 5 years? Keep the ECON button off in the winter. We feel that certain cars give the We suggest to get your battery checked at least every other fall. Because, cold battery less of a charge with this button on. Also, check with your dealer and weather creates extra stress on your battery. Furthermore, most cars do not alert make sure your car has all the latest computer/software updates! drivers to a weak battery condition. But, there is good news! Some auto parts places will check your vehicle battery for little to no charge. That will help you If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us thru our website at prevent a weak battery. www.enormis.net or call 899-8885. #2 Keep the battery clean A clean battery is a happy battery and helps prevent a weak battery. The dirt on the top of your battery is bad. Also, keep an eye out for “junk” building up on Sell Property Solutions the battery post. So, consider a battery terminal sealer. It sprays just like a can of • Locally owned & operated paint. It seals your battery terminals and prevents that buildup. It’s a lil messy but • We buy properties grease will also work on the terminals. • Offering fast closing #3 Drive Further • Full price for flexible terms Is the grocery store, work, and church close by? Your vehicle may not have • Any condition, no inspections enough time to properly charge the battery. So, Make sure you are able to drive • Cash offers at constant speed for a little while. That way, your car will have time to charge the battery! Call 814.580.4612

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In the mid-1920’s Mary Behrend had grown tired of the sawdust that constantly permeated her home on the site of the Hammermill Paper Company. She and her husband, Ernst, the company’s founder, began buying properties near Station Road in Harborcreek from the Schley, Schaaf, Hermann, Levonduskie, Marso, Saenger, Jarmolowicz families as well as from brothers Jacob and Steven Schilling on whose land the Behrends chose to build their home. The couple hired prominent Philadelphia architect R. Brognard Okie to design a house that they planned to live in temporarily until they could build a larger house on a nearby hill, at which point the house would be used for the farmer and his family. Due to the Great Depression, plans for the larger home never materialized. In his new book Glenhill Farm: The History of a Family Estate, as Revealed in the Correspondence Between Brognard Okie and Ernst and Mary Behrend, Dr. Richard Hart recounts the relationship between the architect and his clients. Hart, Director Emeritus of Penn State Behrend’s John M. Lilley Library, did extensive research at the Pennsylvania State Archives which holds Okie’s papers. His papers revealed the process the couple used in choosing Okie, who was famous for his use of the colonial revival style and who had worked on the renovation of the Betsy Ross House and Bryn Coed Farm, the home of Supreme Court Justice Owen Roberts. Hart goes into detail about the distinctive details in an Okie home such as multiple fireplaces (thirteen in this case), wall dormers, and rain gutters. Okie’s search for appropriate resources such as reclaimed wood, stone, and antique and reproduction hardware is also detailed. Besides the actual farmhouse, several outbuildings were also built including a poolside bathhouse, garages, and an office for the farmer. In addition, he designed the Behrend Chapel at the Wintergreen Gorge cemetery. Crypts for Mary, Ernst, son Warren (who died at 19 in an automobile accident), as well as daughter Harriet and her two husbands are located in the building. The book also provides insight into life in Erie during the Great Depression. Okie’s correspondence reveals the desperation of local engineering and construction professionals who were desperate for work and wrote hoping to be hired to do work or serve as Okie’s representative on site. Mary Behrend’s last correspondence with Okie took place after Ernst’s 1940 death. Having moved to Greenwich, Connecticut to be closer to her daughter Harriet and her children, she was considering options for the property and asked him to draw up plans to divide the house into apartments. Though the Glenhill Farmhouse housed a women’s dorm, cafeteria, library, and office space when the college first opened in 1948, it has served as the administration building for several decades. Since the college’s first Christmas, the chapel has been the site of the annual tradition of the “Hanging of the Greens,” which remembers the Behrend family. The book was published by Penn State Behrend, distributed by the Penn State University Press, and is available for sale at the Behrend College Bookstore and through the PSU Press, Amazon, and other online vendors. You can read more about the book here: https://www.psupress.org/books/titles/978-0-578-44742-1.html

14 Volunteer Fire Departments

The Harborcreek Historical Society’s Gifford-Blanchfield House is Brookside Volunteer Fire Company open Wednesday and Saturday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm during the winter months. For additional information, contact us at (814) 899-4447 or The Brookside Volunteer Fire Company hopes that you had a great [email protected], or visit our website at www.harbor- winter season and just like us we are sure you’re looking forward to creekhistory.org. some warmer weather and sunny days. We just wanted to give you a little update about what is happening at the Brookside Volunteer Fire Company this upcoming year which happens to be our 75th year anniversary and catch you up on how last year ended for us. In 2019 the Brookside Fire Company answered 996 calls for service. As 2020 opens the Brookside Volunteer Fire Company is looking forward to another exciting year. We continue to answer calls for service and train every week, or more, to keep our skills honed to serve our residents and neighbors. Also starting around the first week of February you started to see our fund drive mailers hitting your mailbox. Just a reminder that this is our biggest fund raiser of the year and your donations are used to pay the fire companies expenses throughout the year. Your continued support is very important and is very appreciated by the Brookside Volunteer Fire Company. Last year the fire company held several craft and vendor shows at the fire station as fundraisers for the fire company. This year will be no different. Our first craft and vendor show is scheduled for Saturday March 14th from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. Come down to the station and help support the fire company and all the vendors that we will have on hand. Keep an eye out on our Facebook page, this magazine and our message board at the station for details on future shows. This year the fire company is celebrating our 75th anniversary of serving the residents of Harborcreek Township. We plan on having a few activities to mark this special occasion. Again, keep an eye A CHANGE OF HANDS on social media as we announce the dates and times for these events. We also want to congratulate our fellow fire companies in Harborcreek Township that are celebrating special milestones as THRIFT STORE well. Fairfield Fire Department is celebrating its 75th anniversary as well and Harborcreek Fire Department is celebrating its 100th 5681 East Lake Road anniversary. Congratulations from your fellow firefighters at the Brookside Volunteer Fire Company. 899-1330 We are always looking for additional volunteers to add to our ranks. If you are interested in joining the Brookside Fire Company or NEW & USED MERCHANDISE just want to check us out stop by the station on Tuesday evenings, HOUSEHOLDS • ANTIQUES • COLLECTIBLES which is our drill night, and we will be glad to show you around. Open: Mon - Fri 10 - 6pm, Sat 10-4pm, Sun Closed We at the Brookside Fire Company look forward to another great year ahead. Again, we thank you for your continued support of the Brookside Volunteer Fire Company.

15 Volunteer Fire Departments Fairfield Hose Company Update What’s Happening in Fairfield Visit our updated facility, with competitive pricing, and up lighting rental! Lenten Fish dinners will be announced during lent!

Junior Firefighters Hey everyone, guess what!? There is still plenty of candy bars available for our New Junior Helmet Fund!! If you are interested in purchasing a box stop down to support our Junior Firefighters!

Fire Chiefs Corner Hello! As I enter my 2nd year a Fairfield Fire Chief, I can not be prouder of my department. They have been working very hard with training, and medical courses while answering over a 1000 calls for service. We are on track to being awarded more grant funding then ever before. We are eagerly planning for the future! This while maintaining an organized department. We have placed new policy’s and operating guidelines in place. We have a full slate of productive officers, while maintain progressive and proactive approach to problems. We are attempting to do the impossible by some standards. This being maintaining a primarily Volunteer company, in today’s often unforgiving society. I fully believe that volunteerism is not dead! I Hello and welcome to 2020 which is Fairfield Hose Company’s 75th believe that it is alive and well in hearts of those that haven’t found Anniversary! Fairfield would like to thank the wonderful community for it yet! I believe in our community and I believe in you! So, with we its support in 2019. We finished the year with 1053 calls for service. cannot do it without your help! If you have ever even been the slightest We have answered a wide verity of calls ranging from Structure Fires, bit interested in becoming a Firefighter/EMT/Rescue Tech? Contact me Cliff Rescues, Motor Vehicle Accidents, and of course Emergency directly at the station to find out how! Medical Calls. I have been fortunate to have some of the greatest and worst This has also been a very productive year for our members! We experiences as a Fairfield Firefighter. I know that if you are ready to currently maintain a roster of almost 49; Junior, Probationary, and take the next step, we can help you! I have full confidence in our Senior Firefighters. We are very fortunate to maintain Volunteer staff, members and couldn’t be happier with our progress towards the with the help of Harbor creek Twp. response team. We continue to look future. Well done Fairfield keep up the great work! for and recruit new members if you’re interested in joining stop by any – Fire Chief Jeffrey B Hawryliw. Wednesday night! Status of our Tanker & Purchase of our 4x4 Mini Pumper – Over a year ago we had to remove our 1986 Volvo Water Tanker due to mechanical issues. At this point due to the rarity of the transmission and parts for the vehicle. Unfortunately, repair is no longer a viable Sunday Worship Service option. 10:00 am

We have currently taken a few steps to find funding to purchase Children’s Sunday School a new unit. We have hired a grant writer to apply for the Assistance 10:30 am to Firefighter Federal Grant. We hope to hear back within the next months. In the meantime, we purchase from the Kuhl Hose Fire Nursery Available Company a used 4x4 Mini Pumper that will be used to access our lakefront homes. This was the primary function of our tanker and will South Harborcreek be a temporary fix. 7929 McGill Road ~ Harborcreek, PA 16421 ~ (814) 899-5962 southharborcreekumc.org/www.facebook.com/southharborcreek Please be on the lookout for our 2020 Fund drive letters in the mail. Reminder your donation is tax deductible and can be made online via Community Easter Egg Hunt: April 4 @10:00 AM-12:00 PM Palm Sunday Service: April 5 @ 10:00 AM PayPal! Stay tuned to our face book for up to date information on all Maundy Thursday Service: April 9 @ 6:30 PM our wonderful 75th anniversary events!! Easter Services: April 12 Catering Hall Sunrise Service: 7:30 AM Easter Breakfast: 8:30 AM Reminder our 4th annual Designer Purse Bingo is March 29 – Tickets Worship Service: 10:00 AM going fast! Mother’s Day Service : May 10 @ 10:00 AM

16 17 Harborcreek VFD Celebrates 100 years! Celebration On May 15th, 1920, a group of individuals decided to band On Friday, May 15, 2020 at 6pm, we will be hosting a celebration together and create the Harborcreek Fire Department. This was no for anyone who has ever been affiliated with the Harborcreek Fire small task. Based on research I have conducted; the first fire engine Department. We want to bring all of our past members together to was donated by a member of the community and the annual budget celebrate our history, share stories, and discuss what’s to come for the was approximately $3,000. There was no such thing as bunker gear, future. We ask that if you know anyone who was ever a member of the self-contained breathing apparatus or thermal imaging cameras. Fire Harborcreek Fire Department, that you ask them to get in touch with departments were beginning to transition from horse drawn carts to us via Facebook or call the station, so we may communicate the details motorized vehicles and the township’s population, according to the of this event. Additionally, if anyone has old photos from apparatus, 1920 census was 2,212. drills, training, or incidents, please share them with us on Facebook or you can email them to [email protected] so we may Wow have things changed. The population of Harborcreek Township include them during our celebrations. is up to 17,521 (according to census.gov). Firefighter PPE costs approximately $13,000. Not only has the PPE changed but fires have changed as well. In the 1920’s, constructions and home contents were ordinary combustibles (natural materials), resulting in slower fires that were not as hot. Additionally, the contents of the smoke were not as hazardous to the firefighters. Today, almost everything contains plastic (petroleum) and rather than solid wood, construction materials are primarily OSB boards and lightweight materials. This drives down costs, but also creates fires that burn much hotter and faster, resulting in much more risk to the occupants and firefighters trying to extinguish the fire.

17 COMMUNITY CALENDAR Spring: March 15th – June 15th

Happy Hour: When Does Alcohol Use Speaker Series – Mona Hannah-Attisha End of the 3rd Quarter (District wide) Talent Show Become a Problem? April 1st | 7:30 pm – 9 pm March 26th April 2nd McGarvey Commons June 10th | 11 am Broadway Backwards Goodies with Gals GE Room Smith Creative Writers Reading Series – April 3rd | 7:30 pm in the Cafeteria May 8th Joanna Ruocco Youth/Adult Sports | Youth & Family Spring Break - No School (District Klein STEAM Night | Art Show | April 2nd | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Harborcreek Snap Fitness Programs | Group Exercise and More… wide) Science Fair Metzgar Center Lobby For information on Eastside Family YMCA April 8th – 13th May 12th Motivational Bootcamp programming call 814-899-9622 or visit Sustainability Series Movie – Trashed with Every Monday | 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Arts Night Concert Sixth Grade Graduation ymcaerie.org Jeremy Irons This group fitness class will focus more on April 16th | 7 pm June 4th April 8th | 8 pm muscular strength of the upper body, lower Reed 117 Prom Clark Elementary School body, and abs as we get into the heavier free May 9th | 8 pm – 11 pm weights. The cost is $5 for members and Rhythms of Life Series – Boilermaker Jazz Clark Carnival $10 for non-members. Band Spring Choral Concert April 3rd April 14th | Noon – 1 pm May 14th | 7 pm Weight Loss Beast on Bay Kindergarten Registration (District Eastside YMCA Penn State Behrend Bruno’s Café Every Wednesday | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Spring Band Concert wide – by appointment) Chronic Disease Prevention The following events, which are all free and This class is all about muscular endurance Sustainability Series Movie – Dark Waters May 19th | 7 pm May 12th Currently taking registration for Diabetes open to the public unless otherwise noted, and will focus on increasing stamina and April 15th | 8 pm Last Day of School (District Wide) Prevention Classes. Call 814-899-9622 will occur between March 15 and June 15 at Clark Sixth Grade Chorus endurance as we get more into the agility Reed 117 June 4th to register for pre-enrollment assessment Penn State Behrend: May 13th ladder and step ups. The cost is $5 for Carrie: The Musical Graduation members and $10 for non-members or Email Devyn Peskorski at dpeskorski@ Planetarium Show Fun Run April 16th, 17th, 18th | 7:30 pm – 10 pm June 4th | 7 pm ymcaerie.org Every Thursday and Saturday May 20th Total Body Bootcamps Erie Hall Penn State Behrend Junker Center Alzheimer’s - Flex & Reflect (ages 8 to adult), 1 p.m., Yahn Planetarium Clark Art Show | Chalk Walk Every Thursday | 6 pm - 7 pm Carrie: The Musical Tickets required for admission Starting April 6th at Penn State Behrend (except April 18). The May 21st This class will focus on a total body workout April 18th, 19th | 2 pm – 4:30 pm A Class for low to moderate staged cost for the planetarium shows is $5 for Harbor Creek Junior High School for an hour. Get ready to sweat and take Erie Hall Sixth Grade Graduation Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers. adults or $3 for children 12 and under. your workout to the next level. New and Spring Fling June 4th For Class information call 814-899-9622 Speaker Series – Gloria Borger exciting workouts each time. Planetarium Show May 15th | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm or email Devyn Peskorski at dpeskorski@ April 20th | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm Every Saturday Strength and Stamina ymcaerie.org McGarvey Commons National Junior Honor Society Planetarium show (ages 4 and up), 2:30 Every Saturday| 9 am - 10 am Induction Ceremony Moving for Better Balance p.m., Yahn Planetarium at Penn State Smith Creative Writers Reading Series – May 29th This class is a mix between muscular April 6th – June 1st Behrend (except April 18). The cost for the Kathryn Nuernberger strength and endurance. It will focus on 11 am – 11:45 am | Mondays & Fridays planetarium shows is $5 for adults or $3 for April 23rd | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony increasing both strength and stamina as we A Fall Prevention class with proven results children 12 and under. Metzgar Center Lobby June 3rd target the entire body to exhaustion. that uses Tai Chi to improve balance & Rolling Ridge Elementary School Rhythms of Life Series – Steel City Science Story Time Personal Training Available by Appointment flexibility. Age 55+. Call 814-899-9622 for Rovers information or email Kelly Gibson kgibson@ April 24th | 11 am – Noon Spring Carnival March 17th | Noon – 1 pm Fasenmyer Outreach Loft April 3rd | 6 pm – 8 pm First Presbyterian Church of ymcaerie.org Bruno’s Café Harborcreek Eastside Family YMCA Summer Camp Jazz Ensemble Spring Concert Evening of Arts South Harborcreek Sustainability Series Movie - On the Basis April 28th | 8 pm – 9:30 pm May 14th | 5 pm – 8 pm United Methodist Church Luncheon with Guest Speaker June – August of Sex Fourth Tuesday of Each Month | Noon Swimming, Field Trips, Healthy Meals, McGarvey Commons Spring Chorus and Bell Concert Palm Sunday Service March 18th | 8 pm Swiss Steak Dinner Themed Days and more. REGISTER NOW Reed 117 May 14th | 7 pm – 8 pm April 5th | 10 am [email protected] April 4th | 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm Adult Learner Info and Appetizers Sixth Grade Science Fair Maundy Thursday Service UPMC Guest Speaker Series May 20th | 6 pm – 7 pm April 9th | 6:30 pm Summer Hours March 25th | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Begin June 7 | Worship at 10:00 am FREE – Open to the Community! Metzgar Center Sixth Grade Graduation Easter Services Using Social Media to Enrich Your Life Smith Creative Writers Reading Series – June 4th April 12th April 8th | 11 am Kyle Minor Sunrise Service | 7:30 am Klein Elementary School For details on how your information can be GE Room March 26th | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Easter Breakfast | 8:30 am Harbor Creek High School Worship Service | 10 am included here in our Community Calendar, Managing Menopause: Is it Hot in Metzgar Center Lobby PTO Fun Fair March 15th please contact: Here or is it Just Me? Science Story Time School Musical “Into the Woods” Mother’s Day Service Stacey Stranko May 13th | 11 am March 27th | 11 am – Noon March 13th and 14th | 7:30 pm PTO Family Night: Kleintopia May 10th | 10 am [email protected] GE Room Fasenmyer Outreach Loft March 15th | 2 pm March 27th

18 COMMUNITY CALENDAR Spring: March 15th – June 15th

19 Husky Happenings It’s time for Spring Sports at H-Town and all the teams are ready to go! Huskies Look to a Successful Spring Sports Campaign Harbor Creek High School Harbor Creek High School 6375 Buffalo Rd Harborcreek, PA 16421 6375 Buffalo Rd Harborcreek, PA 16421 BoysSchool Phone: Baseball 814-897-2100 x 1200 Fax: 814-897-2121 Email: [email protected] GirlsSchool Phone: Softball 814-897-2100 x 1200 Fax: 814-897-2121 Email: [email protected] Superintendent Principal, Sr. High Principal, Jr. High Athletic Director Superintendent Principal, Sr. High Principal, Jr. High Athletic Director Kelly Hess Pamela Chodubski Andrew Krahe Mary Yount Kelly Hess Pamela Chodubski Andrew Krahe Mary Yount Varsity Baseball (Boys) Varsity Softball (Girls) 2019-2020 2019-2020

Day Date Opponent Place Time Day Date Opponent Place Time Friday Mar. 20 @ Slippery Rock High School Slippery Rock High school 4:00PM S Monday Mar. 16 @ Grove City High School Grove City H.S. 4:00PM Thursday Mar. 26 Titusville High School Baseball Field 4:00PM S Mar. 18 North East High School Softball Field 4:00PM Wednesday Monday Mar. 30 Fredonia High School Baseball Field 4:15PM Tuesday Mar. 24 Erie McDowell HS Softball Field 4:00PM Tuesday Mar. 31 New Castle HS Baseball Field 4:00PM Wednesday Mar. 25 @ Spring Trip 3/25-3/29 Spring Trip 3/25-3/29 TBA Wednesday Apr. 01 @ Meadville High School Meadville H.S. 4:00PM Tuesday Mar. 31 Erie High School Softball Field 4:00PM Friday Apr. 03 Erie McDowell HS Baseball Field 4:00PM Friday Apr. 03 Fairview High School Softball Field 4:00PM Monday Apr. 06 Oil City High School Baseball Field 4:00PM Saturday Apr. 04 @ Meadville High School Meadville H.S. 12:00PM Wednesday Apr. 08 @ Corry Area High School Corry H.S. 4:00PM Tuesday Apr. 07 @ Grove City High School Grove City G.C. 4:00PM Saturday Apr. 11 @ Neshannock High School Neshannock HIgh School 1:00PM Thursday Apr. 09 @ Conneaut High School Conneaut H.S. 4:00PM Wednesday Apr. 15 @ Erie High School Ainsworth Field 4:00PM Saturday Apr. 11 Slippery Rock High School Softball Field 12:00PM Friday Apr. 17 @ Warren Area High School Warren H.S. 4:00PM Monday Apr. 13 @ North East High School North East High School 4:00PM Monday Apr. 20 @ Fort Le Boeuf High School Fort LeBoeuf H.S. 4:00PM Tuesday Apr. 14 Franklin High School Softball Field 4:00PM Wednesday Apr. 22 General McLane H.S. Baseball Field 4:00PM Tuesday Apr. 21 Warren Area High School Softball Field 4:00PM Friday Apr. 24 Cathedral Prep School Baseball Field 4:00PM Thursday Apr. 23 @ General McLane H.S. General McLane H.S. 4:00PM Wednesday Apr. 29 Corry Area High School Baseball Field 4:00PM Tuesday Apr. 28 @ Villa Maria Academy Villa Maria Academy 4:00PM Friday May. 01 Maplewood High School (Senior Baseball Field 4:00PM Night) Thursday Apr. 30 @ Warren Area High School Warren H.S. 4:00PM Monday May. 04 Warren Area High School Baseball Field 4:00PM HarborFriday CreekMay. 01 HighIroquois School High School Softball Field 4:00PM Harbor Creek High School 6375 Buffalo Rd Harborcreek, PA 16421 Wednesday May. 06 Fort Le Boeuf High School Baseball Field 4:00PM Saturday May. 02 @ Girard High School Girard H.S. 12:00PM 6375 Buffalo Rd Harborcreek, PA 16421 School Phone: 814-897-2100 x 1200 Fax: 814-897-2121 Email: [email protected] SchoolFriday Phone: 814-897-2100May. 08 x 1200@ General Fax: 814-897-2121 McLane H.S. Email: [email protected] McLane H.S. 4:00PM Tuesday May. 05 General McLane H.S. Harbor Creek High School 4:00PM Tuesday May. 12 North East High School Baseball Field 4:00PM Thursday May. 07 Villa Maria Academy Softball Field 4:00PM Superintendent Principal, Sr. High Principal, Jr. High Athletic Director Superintendent Principal, Sr. High Principal, Jr. High Athletic Director Kelly Hess Pamela Chodubski Andrew Krahe Mary Yount Kelly Hess Pamela Chodubski Andrew Krahe Mary Yount Junior Varsity Softball (Girls) Junior Varsity Baseball (Boys) 2019-2020 2019-2020 Day Date Opponent Place Time Day Date Opponent Place Time Friday Mar. 20 North East High School Softball Field 5:30PM Friday Mar. 20 @ Slippery Rock High School Slippery Rock High School 6:00PM Friday Mar. 20 @ Grove City High School Grove City High School 5:30PM Thursday Mar. 26 Titusville High School Baseball Field 6:00PM Tuesday Mar. 24 Erie McDowell HS Softball Field 5:30PM Tuesday Mar. 31 New Castle HS Baseball Field 6:00PM Tuesday Mar. 31 Erie High School Softball Field 5:30PM Wednesday Apr. 01 @ Meadville High School Meadville High School 6:00PM Friday Apr. 03 Fairview High School Softball Field 5:30PM Friday Apr. 03 Erie McDowell HS Harbor Creek High School 6:00PM Saturday Apr. 04 @ Meadville High School Meadville High School 1:30PM Monday Apr. 06 Oil City High School Baseball Field 6:00PM Tuesday Apr. 07 @ Grove City High School Grove City High School 5:30PM Wednesday Apr. 08 @ Corry Area High School Corry Area High School 6:00PM Thursday Apr. 09 @ Conneaut High School Conneaut High School 5:30PM Saturday Apr. 11 @ Neshannock High School Neshannock High School 2:30PM Saturday Apr. 11 Slippery Rock High School Softball Field 1:30PM Wednesday Apr. 15 @ Erie High School Erie High School 6:00PM Tuesday Apr. 14 Franklin High School Softball Field 5:30PM Friday Apr. 17 @ Warren Area High School Warren Area High School 6:00PM 02/10/2020 * = League Event Report generated by Schedule Star 866-448-9438 Tuesday Apr. 21 02/10/2020Warren * = AreaLeague EventHigh School Report generated by ScheduleSoftball Star 866-448-9438 Field 5:30PM Monday Apr. 20 @ Fort Le Boeuf High School Fort Le Boeuf High School 6:00PM Thursday Apr. 23 General McLane H.S. Softball Field 5:30PM Wednesday Apr. 22 General McLane H.S. Baseball Field 6:00PM Tuesday Apr. 28 @ Villa Maria Academy Softball Field 5:30PM Friday Apr. 24 Cathedral Prep School Baseball Field 6:00PM Thursday Apr. 30 @ Warren Area High School Warren Area High School 5:30PM Wednesday Apr. 29 Corry Area High School Baseball Field 6:00PM Friday May. 01 Iroquois High School Softball Field 5:30PM Friday May. 01 Maplewood High School (Senior Baseball Field 6:00PM Saturday May. 02 @ Girard High School Girard High School 2:00PM Night) Monday May. 04 Warren Area High School Baseball Field 6:00PM Wednesday May. 06 Fort Le Boeuf High School Baseball Field 6:00PM Harbor Creek High School Friday May. 08 @ General McLane H.S. General McLane H.S. 6:00PM 6375 Buffalo Rd Harborcreek, PA 16421 BoysSchool Phone: Tennis 814-897-2100 x 1200 Fax: 814-897-2121 Email: [email protected] Harbor Creek High School Superintendent Principal, Sr. High Principal, Jr. High Athletic Director Kelly Hess Pamela Chodubski Andrew Krahe Mary Yount 6375 Buffalo Rd Harborcreek, PA 16421 School Phone: 814-897-2100 x 1200 Fax: 814-897-2121 Email: [email protected] Varsity Tennis (Boys) Boys/Girls Track 2019-2020 Superintendent Principal, Sr. High Principal, Jr. High Athletic Director Kelly Hess Pamela Chodubski Andrew Krahe Mary Yount Day Date Opponent Place Time Varsity Track & Field (Boys/Girls) Monday Mar. 16 * Fairview High School Harbor Creek High School 4:00PM 2019-2020 Wednesday Mar. 25 Hickory High School Harbor Creek High School 3:30PM Thursday Mar. 26 Oil City High School Harbor Creek High School 4:00PM Day Date Opponent Place Time Monday Mar. 30 * Mercyhurst Prep School Harbor Creek High School 4:00PM Thursday Apr. 02 * @ North East High School North East H.S. 4:00PM Thursday Apr. 02 Grove City High School Harbor Creek High School 4:00PM Saturday Apr. 04 Harbor Creek Invite Harbor Creek High School 9:30AM Saturday Apr. 04 @ Titusville High School Titusville H.S. 11:00AM Tuesday Apr. 07 * @ Fairview High School Fairview H.S. 4:00PM Monday Apr. 06 * @ Conneaut High School Conneaut H.S. 4:00PM Thursday Apr. 16 * @ Girard High School Girard High School 4:00PM Tuesday Apr. 14 @ Sharon High School Sharon H.S. 4:00PM Friday Apr. 17 @ Greenville JV Invite Greenville H. S. 3:00PM Friday Apr. 17 * @ Mercyhurst Prep School Mercyhurst Prep 4:00PM Saturday Apr. 18 @ Fort LeBoeuf Invite Fort LeBoeuf H.S. 9:00AM Wednesday Apr. 22 02/10/2020* Conneaut * = League High Event School Report generated by ScheduleHarbor Star 866-448-9438Creek High School 4:00PM Tuesday Apr. 21 02/10/2020* Fort Le* = League Boeuf Event High School Report generated by ScheduleHarbor Star 866-448-9438 Creek High School 4:00PM Friday Apr. 24 * @ Fairview High School Fairview H.S. 4:00PM Friday Apr. 24 @ McDowell Invite McDowell H.S. 3:00PM Saturday Apr. 25 HC Tennis Classis Harbor Creek High School TBA Tuesday Apr. 28 * MP & IR Harbor Creek High School 4:00PM Wednesday Apr. 29 @ Tri County Tennis Buhl Park TBA Saturday May. 02 @ North East Invite North East H.S. 9:00AM Saturday May. 02 @ Singles Districts Westwood Raquet Club TBA Monday May. 04 * Northwestern High School Harbor Creek High School 4:00PM Wednesday May. 06 @ Double Districts Westwood Raquet Club TBA Thursday May. 07 County Classic Invite Harbor Creek High School 3:00PM Friday May. 08 @ Team Districts Championships Westwood Raquet Club TBA Saturday May. 16 @ D10 Championships Slippery Rock University 8:00AM Friday May. 22 @ PIAA State Championships PIAA State Championships TBA

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21 Husky Happenings Harbor Creek High School 6375 Buffalo Rd Harborcreek, PA 16421 GirlsSchool Phone: Softball 814-897-2100 x 1200 Fax: 814-897-2121 Email: [email protected]

Superintendent Principal, Sr. High Principal, Jr. High Athletic Director Kelly Hess Pamela Chodubski Andrew Krahe Mary Yount 7th Grade Volleyball (Girls) 2019-2020

Day Date Opponent Place Time Tuesday Mar. 24 * @ North East High School North East Middle School 5:15PM Thursday Mar. 26 * Corry Area High School Jr. High Gymnasium 5:15PM Tuesday Mar. 31 * Girard High School Jr. High Gymnasium 5:15PM Thursday Apr. 02 * Iroquois High School Jr. High Gymnasium 5:15PM Friday Apr. 03 @ Corry Tournament Corry H.S. 4:00PM Tuesday Apr. 07 * Seneca High School Jr. High Gymnasium 5:15PM Thursday Apr. 09 * General McLane H.S. Jr. High Gymnasium 5:15PM Thursday Apr. 16 * Northwestern High School Jr. High Gymnasium 5:15PM Tuesday Apr. 21 * @ Fairview High School Fairview High School 5:15PM Thursday Apr. 23 * North East High School Jr. High Gymnasium 5:15PM Tuesday Apr. 28 * @ Corry Area High School Corry Area High School 5:15PM Thursday Apr. 30 * @ Girard High School Girard High School 5:15PM HarborTuesday CreekMay. 05 High* @School Iroquois High School Iroquois Elementary School 5:15PM 6375Wednesday Buffalo Rd May. Harborcreek, 06 PA* @ 16421 Fort Le Boeuf High School Fort LeBoeuf H.S. 5:15PM SchoolThursday Phone: 814-897-2100May. 07 x 1200* @ Seneca Fax: 814-897-2121 High School Email: [email protected] High School 5:15PM Friday May. 08 @ North East Tournament North East H.S. 4:00PM

Superintendent Principal, Sr. High Principal, Jr. High Athletic Director Kelly Hess Pamela Chodubski Andrew Krahe Mary Yount 8th Grade Volleyball (Girls) 2019-2020

Day Date Opponent Place Time Tuesday Mar. 24 * @ North East High School North East Middle School 4:00PM Thursday Mar. 26 * Corry Area High School Jr. High Gymnasium 4:00PM Tuesday Mar. 31 * Girard High School Jr. High Gymnasium 4:00PM Thursday Apr. 02 * Iroquois High School Jr. High Gymnasium 4:00PM Sarah Roseto King Saturday Apr. 04 @ Corry Tournament Corry H.S. 8:00AM Tuesday Apr. 07 * Seneca High School Jr. High Gymnasium 4:00PM Thursday Apr. 09 * General McLane H.S. Jr. High Gymnasium 4:00PM Thursday Apr. 16 * Northwestern High School Jr. High Gymnasium 4:00PM Tuesday Apr. 21 * @ Fairview High School Fairview H.S. 4:00PM Thursday Apr. 23 * North East High School Jr. High Gymnasium 4:00PM Tuesday Apr. 28 * @ Corry Area High School Corry H.S. 4:00PM Roseto-Suter Overhead Door, Inc. Thursday Apr. 30 * @ Girard High School Girard H.S. 4:00PM Tuesday May. 05 * @ Iroquois High School Iroquois Elementary School 4:00PM Wednesday May. 06 * @ Fort Le Boeuf High School Fort LeBoeuf H.S. 4:00PM Thursday May. 07 * @ Seneca High School Seneca H.S. 4:00PM 02/10/2020 * = League Event Report generated by Schedule Star 866-448-9438 [email protected] 4877 East Lake Road Saturday May. 09 @ North East Tournament North East Middle School 8:00AM Work: 814-898-2424 Erie, PA 16511 Fax: 814-898-2220 www.roseto-suter.com

If your want to know what’s happening with Harbor Creek schools and student, please check out the District’s official online social media accounts below.

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First Presbyterian Church of Harborcreek HCSD 6724 Buffalo Road “Loving and serving God and others as Jesus does” Breakfast and a Movie (for adults): Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship Service: Sundays at 11:00 a.m.

Holy Week Services: 04/09 Maundy Thursday 7:30 p.m. 04/12 Easter Sunday Early Service at 8:00 a.m. 04/10 Good Friday 7:30 p.m. Free Breakfast for all at 9:00 a.m. It’s been a busy 2020 Traditional Service at 11:00 a.m. so far at HCSD Check us out on our website, hcpresbyterian.org, and on Facebook!

It’s been a busy 2020 so far at HCSD

Traditional and Cremation Service optio ns made affordable for every family. It’s been a busy Pre-arranged and pre-financed funeral plans available. Robert D. Taylor 2020 so far at Supervisor & Funeral Director 5151 Buffalo Road • Erie, PA 16510 • 814-315-0911 HCSD www.dusckas-taylorfuneralhome.com

It’s been a busy 2020 so far at HCSD It’s been a busy 2020 so far at HCSD It’s been a busy 2020 so far at HCSD Welcome Back to HC In Bloom!

Three Garden Categories: 1. Resident Flower Garden 2. Resident Vegetable Garden (Annual and/or perennial) 3. Commercial/Business Flower Garden

HC In Bloom signs will be “harvested” by volunteer members the end of September. An opportunity for Harborcreek residents to WINNERS WILL BE FEATURED IN THE FALL 2020 EDITION OF show off their flower and yourHarborcreek MAGAZINE. vegetable gardens with the chance of winning great prizes compliments of Stan’s Garden Center. Welcome Back to HC In Bloom!

The HC Community Engagement Team received great feedback from last year’s venture and can’t wait to see your 2020 vision for your flower and vegetable gardens. Once again, thank you to Stan’s Garden STE@M at Harbor Creek Center for partnering with us on the colorful experience. Registration between April 1 and May 31st Over the past decade the Maker Movement has brought to the As with any STEM design, you run a risk of failure, but I did not Simply stop in the HC Municipal Building to sign up. forefront of our collective discourse the idea that everyone has the anticipate this would be one of the most disappointing challenges to At registration you will receive an “HC In Bloom” yard sign that must be displayed in your front yard and ability to dream, design, and create functional and aesthetically pleasing date. The challenge failed, not due to poor team designs, but rather visible from the road. You will also receive a one-time use coupon from Stan’s Garden Center for 10% off objects. Whether through a river table inlaid with epoxy, a concrete lamp the quality of the materials used and the lack of durability once poked, of plant material purchased. Coupon expires May 31, 2020. with programmable LEDs, or 3D printed rockets blasting off to new prodded, and manipulated. Students left class disappointed and heights, our society has embraced a maker culture. Perhaps you have comments such as "This was the worst challenge ever," were overheard seen this mindset hit the mainstream in the TV show “Making It” where as the students left class with their heads down. I did not disagree with Three Garden Categories: makers compete to earn patches and prize money. this opinion. In fact, the thought of doing this challenge with 7 more classes across the district was completely deflating and I could feel At Harbor Creek, we have been intentionally working for the past 1. Resident Flower Garden 2. Resident Vegetable Garden myself growing gray and disenchanted very…very…quickly. five years to help our students dream big and give them the tools to (Annual and/or perennial) 3. Commercial/Business Flower Garden bring their dreams to life in plastic, wood, metal, vinyl, paper, and every My immediate instinct was to consider removing this challenge from other medium we can get our hands on. STEAM (the integration of my curriculum indefinitely and to come up with an alternative challenge Gardens will be judged on the following criteria: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) classes and clubs are for the remaining classes to complete. However, upon reflection, I challenging and rigorous, not just in the tools that they use, but in the realized that if I practice what I preach and hold true to my personal Flower Garden: Vegetable Garden: grit and determination needed to actually make something. If you have belief that “failure is an opportunity to learn and grow and despite the • Use of Color • Variety of Plants ever felt the joy of making a beautiful cutting board, experimenting with discomfort failure presents, we need to embrace it and not give up," the an electronic circuit for hours until it finally works, or 3D printed your consideration to do so was not truly an option.I searched the internet, 2020 • Layout and Design • Layout and Design first model that didn’t end in a rats nest of filament, then you already once again, finding no feasible solution that would work for us. I then • Variety of Flowers • Health of Plants know what we are working towards for every student at every level. perused our collection of STEAM materials available in our Library • Health of Plants • “Curb Appeal” of Garden MakerSpace for possible substitutions. That is when an incredible idea • “Curb appeal” of Flowers emerged. With an occasional revision here and there, the challenge Elementary Schools - Karen Rodemoyer with alternative and more durable materials, was implemented in At Clark, Klein, and Rolling Ridge, our students have both grade level the remaining seven classrooms. With each experience the design Residential Winners will receive: STEAM experiences, and the opportunity to be challenged in the library improved just a little more, becoming one of my favorites to date. I 1st place - $250 Stan’s Garden Center Gift Card makerspace. Mrs. Karen Rodemoyer, our Elementary Librarian, shared think many of the students who experienced the improved design would share that opinion, as well. 2nd place - $100 Stan’s Garden Center Gift Card this story of a recent build fail which became a great triumph: The initial fail this challenge presented turned into an authentic and 3rd place - $50 Stan’s Garden Center Gift Card After spending an hour or so scouring the internet for simple ideas on how to build a bubble blowing wheel with the fourth grade students valuable learning opportunity. Single Business/Commercial Flower Garden winner will receive a recognition plaque across the district, I stumbled upon one that I thought would be most appropriate and cost efficient to implement. I built an example of the wheel for myself and prepped all of the materials for the engineering Required registration information includes: teams. 1. Name and address yourHarborcreek Magazine 2. Location of garden to be judged Container flower pots or container gardens are (front or back yard) eligible for judging. 3. Category entering: Judging for Flower Garden entries will take place Resident Flower (Free entry fee) the week of July 13th and judging of Vegetable Resident Vegetable (Free entry fee) Gardens will take place the week of August 10th. Judging will be done by volunteers from the HC Commercial Flower ($25 registration fee) Community Engagement Team and all winners will 4. Permission for judges to photograph your be notified towards the end of August. property for use in the Fall Issue of

25 Jr./Sr. High - John Knox There is no doubt that HC is at the vanguard of imparting skills that In talking with our Robotics Club advisor and Jr./Sr. High STEAM will help our students to become life-long makers. We are incredibly teacher Mr. John Knox, there was much that he shared about how proud of our STEAM program and look forward to being able to STEAM is a natural fit for him. Here is what he had to say about provide the students of Harbor Creek amazing opportunities to be STEAM: makers not only during their time here in Harbor Creek, but for the rest of their lives. I have ALWAYS loved making things, building things, and fixing things. I was not an academic student when I was in k-12 but I was always working on something. I think some of it is figuring things out. Some of it is working with my hands. I enjoy seeing the results. Projects have an end. Rockets, by far, is a project that has gone better than anticipated. Everyone loves rockets. For many students it is the first time they have been allowed to handle a hobby knife, the first time they have spray painted, the first time they have ever really seen a model rocket. The kids really love building them and setting them off. The first rocket that goes off is always really fun. Kids have no idea how fast or how high the rockets are going to go. When they whoosh off the launch pad in a trail of smoke students are stunned and then everyone is gasping and yelling. I look forward to it every time. The resources that we have available now have been life altering. I LOVE that our students have access to the equipment we have. Teaching design without 3D printing would be a totally different experience. If you can think it up, we can probably make it at HC. Everything is project based. I spend very little time talking and way more time doing. I am learning more and more how to keep my hands in my pockets and ask questions. Failure is ok, it’s how you handle it and what you do next that is important.

Sr. High - Kacy Kubeldis A force for creative and maker expression, Ms. Kacy Kubeldis, our HS Art / STEAM teacher, has been helping our young women to bring their creations to life through coding and physical building. Ms. Kubeldis shared with us some of her many joys and accomplishments: I love seeing the girls get really excited when they accomplish something they had previously thought of as being out of their reach, like programming a microcontroller, calculating the correct voltage for a circuit, or using a CNC machine, a laser, or power tools. We high-five a lot in that class and prove that girls can do ANYTHING. It’s inspiring to see them feel so empowered. The edge-lit LED sign with 3D designed and printed base projects turned out super cool. It was a ton of steps, incorporating several different maker processes (3D design, 3D printing, 2D design, laser engraving and cutting, soldered circuits) but the girls NAILED IT. I think I’m most proud of that project, among all the ones I’ve taught so far. STEAM has forced me to become an even better problem-solver and improvise when things don’t go as planned. STEAM is the poster subject for Murphy’s Law, so you have to think on your toes and help the kids become more patient, self-sufficient, and better critical thinkers and problem-solvers themselves. A lot of exciting things are happening next year, with 2D Computer Animation, and Fantasy and Sci-Fi Fabrication: Props and Cosplay. It’s going to be a wild year, and I’m so enthusiastic about the opportunities we’re able to offer the students in our expanding STEAM program.

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Please help Harborcreek’s Community Engagement Team stock the pantry with Paper Products and toilet paper, paper towels and multi-purpose cleaners. Cleaners Needed! Drop Sites: Harborcreek Historical Society Buffalo Road Laskowski Insurance Buffalo Road HC Township Buffalo Road Grimm’s Embroidery Buffalo Road South Harborcreek United Methodist McGill Road Our Lady of Mercy Church Bartlett Road Expression Salon and Spa East Lake Road YMCA Nagle Road Items will be collected through April 3rd

To make monetary donations, please remit checks made payable to: Ella Cochran Food Pantry 837 Bartlett Road | Harborcreek, PA 16421

The Ella Cochran Food Pantry was started in 1982 by Ella (Peaches) Cochran. An ecumenical board was created in 2014 to support the running of the food pantry. This board is a joint effort of four local churches; First Presbyterian, Faith Lutheran, South Harborcreek United Methodist and Our Lady of Mercy. Mission: Through compassionate, supportive service The Ella Cochran Food Pantry provides food and other necessities to Harborcreek residents who are in need.

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Clear the clutter. Piles of papers and books? Stacks of unfolded laundry? Unused treadmill with clothes hanging from it in the corner? Clear it out and clean it up. Not only does too much stuff feel confining, but it carries with it a reminder of all the things you have to do…such as putting the clothes away and getting back to exercising on the treadmill. Relaxation will be hard won with those thoughts running through your mind. Remove any furniture and décor you don’t need and keep your haven clean.

Cool it down. The room temperature range for an ideal night’s sleep is 60-67 degrees. This augments the lowering of your body temperature that naturally occurs in the evening as your body winds down and prepares for rest. If your body temperature remains elevated because you have too many heavy blankets on, your pajamas are too warm or the room temperature is too high, then you may be restless, and the quality of your sleep may be poor.

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