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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 Center for partnering with us on the colorful experience.

Registration between April 1 and May 31stSimply stop in the HC Municipal Building to sign up.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.

An opportunity for Harborcreek residents to show off their flower and vegetable gardens with the chance of winning great prizes compliments of Stan’s Garden Center.

Three Garden Categories:

HC In Bloom signs will be “harvested” by volunteer members the end of September.

Residential Winners will receive:

1st place - $250 Stan’s Garden Center Gift Card2nd place - $100 Stan’s Garden Center Gift Card3rd place - $50 Stan’s Garden Center Gift Card

Single Business/Commercial Flower Garden winner will receive a recognition plaque

Gardens will be judged on the following criteria:

1. Resident Flower Garden (Annual and/or perennial)

Required registration information includes:

Flower Garden:

• Use of Color• Layout and Design • Variety of Flowers• Health of Plants• “Curb appeal” of Flowers

Vegetable Garden:

• Variety of Plants• Layout and Design • Health of Plants• “Curb Appeal” of Garden

2. Resident Vegetable Garden

3. Commercial/Business Flower Garden

WINNERS WILL BE FEATURED IN THE FALL 2020 EDITION OF yourHarborcreek MAGAZINE.

1. Name and address

2. Location of garden to be judged (front or back yard)

3. Category entering: Resident Flower (Free entry fee) Resident Vegetable (Free entry fee) Commercial Flower ($25 registration fee)

4. Permission for judges to photograph your property for use in the Fall Issue of

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Container flower pots or container gardens are eligible for judging.

Judging for Flower Garden entries will take place the week of July 13th and judging of Vegetable Gardens will take place the week of August 10th. Judging will be done by volunteers from the HC Community Engagement Team and all winners will be notified towards the end of August.

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Harborcreek Township5601 Buffalo RoadHarborcreek, PA 16421814-899-3171www.harborcreektownship.org

Normal Business Hours:Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pmClosed Weekends and Holidays

Supervisors:Tim May, Dean Pepicello, Steve Oler

Connie Cruz - Zoning AdministratorShelley Hull - Board SecretarySteve Seidler - ComptrollerDave Eades - ITBrian Benovic - EMAKrista Arnold - Code Enforcement Michelle Hannold - Receptionist/Roads and Parks Secretary

The Road & Parks Crew:Mike Bean Mike HarringtonDave Zellefrow Bryer SonneyKurt Heidecker Steve BrainardIsaac Dombrowski Ted HarmleJohn Pearson Doug DoerrGreg Rzodkiewicz Jason MoczulskiSteve Salow Wayne BoydNick Taccone Bob AndersonDon Erbin Dakota Sonney

Harborcreeek Township Sewer Auth.814-899-9191Brian McNamara, HTSA ManagerHarborcreeek Township Tax CollectorPam Brink5601 Buffalo RoadHarborcreek, PA 16421814-899-0818Tuesday-Friday, 9:30-1pm and 2-5pm

Harborcreek Senior Center/AARP ChapterLocated in lower level of HC Municipal Building — Hours - Monday & Wednesday — 12:30pm to 4:30pmMonthly meetings normally held the first Tuesday of each month @ 1:00pm. Please call 814-899-3171 to confirm.

2020 has gotten off to a busy start at Harborcreek Township. We have welcomed new Supervisor Steve Oler to the team and Harborcreek continues to plan and work towards a bright future in the township. A mild winter has allowed crews to begin work on a renovated concession stand and restrooms at Whitford Park as well as staying on top of road maintenance. As soon as warmer weather sets in, parks will spring to life and welcome you back to enjoy the fresh air in our almost 900 acres of parkland. It will also be a busy summer season as roads crews will be out prepping for projects throughout the township.

We welcome you to enjoy all that Harborcreek has to offer this spring and summer including the Whitford Park Summer Concert Series which starts Wednesday, June 10th. It’s one of our long standing traditions that makes Harborcreek a great place to live, work, and play.

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CONTENT

In The Community ..............2-7 & 12

Development Update ....................8

Historical Society ...................... 14

Fire Departments .................. 15-17

Community Calendar .............. 18-19

Husky Happenings ................. 20-23

STEAM at Harbor Creek ........... 25-26

Healthy in Harborcreek ............... 28

Photo credits in this issue of “your Harborcreek”, all or in part, courtesy of John D. Fox Photography and Kevin Soles.

Interested in advertising in “your Harborcreek” magazine and reaching over 17,000 residents of Harborcreek Township?

Please contact Stacey Stranko at [email protected] call: 814-636-4419

Would you like to contribute content to “yourHarborcreek” magazine? Please forward information and pictures (if applicable) to [email protected] or call 814-899-3171. Harborcreek Township maintains full editorial rights and will include content when content room is available.

MAGAZINE DEADLINE:The next deadline to submit content to be considered for “yourHarborcreek”magazine is May 11, 2020.

Local Government Offices:

District Justice Lisa R. Ferrick3921 Buffalo RoadErie, PA 16510814-451-6516

State Representative Curt Sonney - 4th DistrictDistrict OfficeK-Mart Plaza4457 Buffalo RoadErie, PA 16510814-897-2080

State Senator Dan Laughlin1314 Griswold PlazaErie, PA 16501814-453-2515

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SPRING • 2020 — Volume 5 • Number 1

June 10Country Blue

June 17Generic Grass (roots/rock)

June 24Loose Change Band

July 1The Mountain Thyme Ramblers

July 8Shady Side

July 15Acoustic Ear Candy (roots/rock)

July 22 Mike and Marie Acoustics

Jul 29Lake Erie Banjo Jammers

August 5Polka Relations

August 12Kurt Novakowski, Elvis Impersonator

August 19David Julius

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

Concert SeriesWednesdays Evenings at 7 pm

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Harborcreek Township Update – A Look Ahead… As we turn the calendar to a new decade it’s a good time to look ahead at the next 10 years for Harborcreek Township. The last 10 years, in large part due to a new attitude towards development, aggressive but short-term tax abatement, and a willingness of developers to take some chances on an east side suburb amid a surging national economy, brought extensive redevelopment and commercial expansion while residential growth slowed as Erie County continued to lose population.

More than 10 years after that commercial renaissance began, the rise of Amazon and on-line purchasing from even the smallest mom and pop shops, combined with Erie County’s population decline has contributed to some leveling off of commercial construction. While we believe moderate commercial expansion will continue for the foreseeable future, we don’t expect to continue at the pace of the last decade. Similar outlying municipalities, particularly in many rust belt towns, are dealing with the same issues. You need to look no further than the empty spaces in the Millcreek Mall to see how quickly business trends can change. Regardless, we expect moderate commercial growth to continue.

We are seeing some early signs of increased residential growth as people continue to choose Harborcreek Township to live, work, play, and send their children to school. New housing starts are up, at least one new subdivision is being built, vacant lots are being purchased, and Harborcreek houses for sale are among the shortest times on market of any Erie County municipality. We expect to markedly grow residentially over the next decade.

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 comments about township operations please ask.

Spring Things to do in Harborcreek!

Rolling Ridge Crafts Look no further than Rolling Ridge Park for daily summer crafts fun! Pam and Marilyn are excited to continue one of Harborcreek’s longest running summertime traditions. More details will be available as school draws to a close and summer heats up – tentative date for Pam and Marilyn’s arrival is June 8th – 9 to 1 PM. Keep checking our website and Facebook for more updates.

Tennis lessons in the Creek Perhaps a future Roger Federer in the house? Harborcreek Town-ship is once again will once again be hosting a FREE tennis clinic for Harborcreek children aged 8-18. Check the township website and Facebook page for specific times and dates.

Harborcreek’s Family Fishing Day Fishing day will take place on Saturday, May 2nd at Harborcreek Community Park. The S.O.N.S of Lake Erie will be on hand to help young anglers learn how to bait, cast, and catch a keeper! The fun starts about 8 am when you can help the great volunteers from S.O.N.S. stock the pond.

Public Safety Update: 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.

The team and the volunteer fire departments will continue to work hand in hand to provide quality public safety for the residents, visitors and surrounding neighbors of Harborcreek Township now and into the future.

The East Erie Moose Lodge recently donated to over 75 local charities and organizations. Harborcreek Township salutes all members of the Moose for their generosity.

June 10Country Blue

June 17Generic Grass (roots/rock)

June 24Loose Change Band

July 1The Mountain Thyme Ramblers

July 8Shady Side

July 15Acoustic Ear Candy (roots/rock)

July 22 Mike and Marie Acoustics

Jul 29Lake Erie Banjo Jammers

August 5Polka Relations

August 12Kurt Novakowski, Elvis Impersonator

August 19David Julius

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

Concert SeriesWednesdays Evenings at 7 pm

WHITFORD PARK

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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.

“Superload” Cruises Through Harborcreek Township

Every Person Counts: The 2020 Census

Our community is an important part of the American storyEvery 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 communityThe 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 SafeStrict 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 EasyThe 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.

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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.

Saturday, April 25th, 20209 am to NoonHarborcreek Municipal Building5601 Buffalo Road

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Bad Teeth, Barriers & Broken Dreams

Bad Teeth Bad teeth are often associated with physical conditions such as gum disease, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, respiratory infections, kidney disease, infertility, erectile dysfunction and rheumatoid arthritis. However, bad teeth can also have an impact psychologically;

causing emotional anxiety, avoidance of close relationships and fear of rejection. According to a study by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), virtually all American adults have tooth decay, and more than a quarter have cavities that have not been treated. Many are risking further erosion of their oral health, overall health and mental wellbeing.

Barriers 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 all be overcome. A well-trained and experienced dentist or hygienist will inquire and discuss barriers to proper oral health care as they pertain to each individual patient.

Fear – Dentophobia, or fear of dentists, is a common phobia among people of 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 feel calm and relaxed. Openly discuss your fears prior to the start of any dental procedure.

Embarrassment – Perhaps, you’ve gone years without a cleaning or put off treatment. You shouldn’t feel ashamed by the compromised state of your mouth. Your dentist or hygienist has likely seen much worse.

Time – Symptoms and problems that occur with your mouth, teeth, and gums 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.

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Budget – Dental treatment can be expensive, whether you are without insurance or your plan does not cover the necessary procedures. Fortunately, many financing options may be available to help obtain treatment.

Trust – In the dentist-patient relationship, trust comes from the assurance that your personal information will be kept confidential, procedures are in your best interests and patient needs are recognized by the provider.

Seeing patients overcome these common dental barriers and completing their treatment plans with healthier mouths as a result are the most gratifying experiences for me and our team at North East Dental Arts.

Broken Dreams In a survey completed by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), it was revealed that 92% of respondents think that a pretty smile is a vital societal asset. It’s a sad and unfortunate fact of life, many people make instant judgements of others based on appearance including someone’s smile and teeth. These types of biases by others can prevent individuals with oral health care problems from realizing their dreams.

The effects of bad teeth can include limited employment prospects, limited relationship prospects and other physical and emotional effects. Greater 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.

In several other similar studies, individuals with good oral hygiene often report being treated with dignity, respect, kindness and courtesy by others more so than individuals with poor oral hygiene. It’s another sad but unfortunate fact 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 smile cannot be overstated.

Summary The good news for people suffering from bad teeth is that there’s a solution for almost every dental problem. Even better, many problems can be avoided with diligent at-home oral health care and maintaining regular office visits for dental exams and professional cleanings. If it’s been over six months since your 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 because a healthier, brighter and confident smile may be a phone call away!

As you go through life, you’ll have many financial goals. Fortunately, you don’t need to achieve them all at the same time. But when you have a mix of short- and long-term goals, you will need to pursue some different investment strategies simultaneously.

Your short-term goals may depend somewhat on your stage in life. For example, when you’re starting out with your career and you’re beginning to raise a family, you may well

have a goal of saving enough money for a down payment on a home. Later on, though, you may decide you want to travel the world for a year.

Because you know about how much money you’ll need, and when you’ll need it, you can choose the appropriate investments, with these characteristics:

• Low risk – Above all else, you want the right amount of money to be there when it’s time to use it. So, you’ll need low-risk, high-stability investments. You won’t see much in the way of growth from these types of investments, but you also won’t be sweating every single market downturn in fear of not reaching your goal.

• Liquidity – You won’t want to worry about trying to find a market for your 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.

What’s the Difference Between Short- and Long-term Investing?

So, what kinds of investments meet these criteria? You actually have quite a choice, including mutual funds consisting of short-term corporate or government bonds; certificates of deposit; cash management accounts; money market accounts; and U.S. Treasury securities.

Now, moving on to longer-term goals, the situation can be quite a bit different. Suppose, for instance, you’re saving and investing for a retirement that may be three or four decades away. For this goal, you have one overriding motivation: to end up with as much money as possible. And since you have so many years until you need this money, you may be able to take on more risk than you could with the investments you counted on for your short-term needs. This isn’t to say you should be reckless, of course – you still need to pay attention to your individual risk tolerance. Overall, though, there’s a big philosophical difference, in terms of risk capacity, between investing for the long term versus the short term.

When you’re saving for a long-term goal such as retirement, you may need to rely primarily on your IRA and your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan. And within these accounts, you’ll need a reasonable percentage of growth-oriented investments such as stocks and stock-based mutual funds. 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 short-term investments named above. Furthermore, the longer you hold stocks or stock-based investments, the more the price volatility tends to even out. (Keep in mind, though, that there are no guarantees of profit.)

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 toward all your goals, whether they’re three years or three decades away.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor

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Development Update

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 3722 Brierwood Drive $139,900.00 2104 Clark Road $110,000.00 8236 Clark Road $87,400.00 3552 Crestwood Drive $124,900.00 3553 Crestwood Drive $135,000.00 4120 David Road $130,000.00 4160 David Road $108,500.00 1938 Davison Road $267,000.00 2708 Depot Road $40,000.00 7414 Dutton Road $55,000.00 5057 East Lake Road $197,500.00 5024 Ebersole Drive $40,000.00 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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Tech Tips withLou Norman

Weak Battery Tips We get many phone calls from clients who discover a dead or weak battery.

Really cold or really hot weather will make an already weak battery worse. Have you noticed that your car struggles a little more on a cold morning after sitting overnight? Well, that could be a sign of a weak battery. Here are 6 Tips about Weak Battery Prevention.

#1 Get the battery checked Did you know that the average lifespan of a battery is less than 5 years? We suggest to get your battery checked at least every other fall. Because, cold weather creates extra stress on your battery. Furthermore, most cars do not alert 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 prevent a weak battery.

#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 the battery post. So, consider a battery terminal sealer. It sprays just like a can of paint. It seals your battery terminals and prevents that buildup. It’s a lil messy but grease will also work on the terminals.

#3 Drive Further Is the grocery store, work, and church close by? Your vehicle may not have enough time to properly charge the battery. So, Make sure you are able to drive at constant speed for a little while. That way, your car will have time to charge the battery!

#4 Drive more often Here’s an example. Many times we hear about grandma’s car giving her 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 to see the grand kids. So, the battery never got charged from her starting it! Furthermore, the car had been sitting for a week and that battery is always 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 needs fully charged so they don’t become a weak battery.

#5 Excessive Idling Try to avoid sitting still with the all the power robbing features on. As an example, you may find yourself warming the car on a cold day. But, you need to 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.

#6 ECON Button Keep the ECON button off in the winter. We feel that certain cars give the battery less of a charge with this button on. Also, check with your dealer and make sure your car has all the latest computer/software updates!

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Know the facts when shopping for auto insurance—what effects the cost of your policy and what doesn’t. There are many, but listed below are five common myths:

Myth 1: “The color of my automobile effects my insurance rates.” Whether your automobile is white, silver or red—the color doesn’t actually factor into your rates. Rates are based on the year, make and model

of the vehicle, the cost to repair it, overall safety record, chances of theft as well as many other characteristics of the automobile. Other factors taken into consideration to determine rates include information on the drivers—such as age, driving record, credit history and how the automobile is used (pleasure, driving to work or for business).

Myth 2: “If my friend drives my car, his or her auto insurance will cover the damages if an accident occurs.” Insurance typically follows the automobile. If you give a licensed driver permission to drive your auto and that person has an accident, it will be covered under your policy—not the driver’s policy. Beware, 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.

Separating Auto Insurance Myths from Facts

In most of these circumstances you must insure your auto for business use. Typically, just having a business class rate applied to your personal auto policy 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.

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 insurance liability coverage. Typically, the minimum amount is nowhere near enough coverage. If you carry only the minimum coverage, you are responsible to pay additional expenses as a result of the accident. Many times, more than most people are able to pay out-of-pocket. It is generally recommended by the insurance industry to carry a minimum of $100,000 bodily injury coverage per person and $300,000 per accident. If your financial assets are higher—you would want to consider higher amounts of coverage as well as considering an umbrella policy. Both increasing coverage and an umbrella policy are a very inexpensive way to adequately cover you.

Myth 5: “My insurance company can cancel my auto policy at any time.”State regulations prohibit insurance companies from canceling you in the middle of your policy term, unless the company has adequate grounds to do so. Such grounds include fraud, non-payment of premium or suspension of your driver’s license. Insurance companies can non-renew your policy at renewal time for a variety of reasons. The main reason for non-renewal is 2 or more at fault accidents within a 3-year period.

Talking with an insurance agent can help you determine the myths from the facts.

Robin M. Margosian, CIC, [email protected]

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Harborcreek Historical Society 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

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The Harborcreek Historical Society’s Gifford-Blanchfield House is open Wednesday and Saturday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm during the winter months. For additional information, contact us at (814) 899-4447 or [email protected], or visit our website at www.harbor-creekhistory.org.

Volunteer Fire DepartmentsBrookside Volunteer Fire Company The Brookside Volunteer Fire Company hopes that you had a great winter season and just like us we are sure you’re looking forward to 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 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 well. Fairfield Fire Department is celebrating its 75th anniversary as well and Harborcreek Fire Department is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Congratulations from your fellow firefighters at the Brookside Volunteer Fire Company.

We are always looking for additional volunteers to add to our ranks. If you are interested in joining the Brookside Fire Company or just want to check us out stop by the station on Tuesday evenings, which is our drill night, and we will be glad to show you around.

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.

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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 believe that it is alive and well in hearts of those that haven’t found it yet! I believe in our community and I believe in you! So, with we cannot do it without your help! If you have ever even been the slightest bit interested in becoming a Firefighter/EMT/Rescue Tech? Contact me directly at the station to find out how!

I have been fortunate to have some of the greatest and worst experiences as a Fairfield Firefighter. I know that if you are ready to take the next step, we can help you! I have full confidence in our members and couldn’t be happier with our progress towards the future. Well done Fairfield keep up the great work!

– Fire Chief Jeffrey B Hawryliw.

Fairfield Hose Company UpdateWhat’s Happening in Fairfield

Hello and welcome to 2020 which is Fairfield Hose Company’s 75th Anniversary! Fairfield would like to thank the wonderful community for its support in 2019. We finished the year with 1053 calls for service. We have answered a wide verity of calls ranging from Structure Fires, Cliff Rescues, Motor Vehicle Accidents, and of course Emergency Medical Calls.

This has also been a very productive year for our members! We currently maintain a roster of almost 49; Junior, Probationary, and Senior Firefighters. We are very fortunate to maintain Volunteer staff, with the help of Harbor creek Twp. response team. We continue to look for and recruit new members if you’re interested in joining stop by any 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 option.

We have currently taken a few steps to find funding to purchase a new unit. We have hired a grant writer to apply for the Assistance to Firefighter Federal Grant. We hope to hear back within the next months. In the meantime, we purchase from the Kuhl Hose Fire 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 be a temporary fix.

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 PayPal! Stay tuned to our face book for up to date information on all our wonderful 75th anniversary events!!

Catering HallReminder our 4th annual Designer Purse Bingo is March 29 – Tickets going fast!

Community Easter Egg Hunt: April 4 @10:00 AM-12:00 PM Palm Sunday Service: April 5 @ 10:00 AM Maundy Thursday Service: April 9 @ 6:30 PM Easter Services: April 12 Sunrise Service: 7:30 AM Easter Breakfast: 8:30 AM Worship Service: 10:00 AM Mother’s Day Service : May 10 @ 10:00 AM

South Harborcreek

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10:30 am

Nursery Available

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Harborcreek VFD Celebrates 100 years! CelebrationOn Friday, May 15, 2020 at 6pm, we will be hosting a celebration

for anyone who has ever been affiliated with the Harborcreek Fire Department. We want to bring all of our past members together to celebrate our history, share stories, and discuss what’s to come for the future. We ask that if you know anyone who was ever a member of the Harborcreek Fire Department, that you ask them to get in touch with us via Facebook or call the station, so we may communicate the details of this event. Additionally, if anyone has old photos from apparatus, drills, training, or incidents, please share them with us on Facebook or you can email them to [email protected] so we may include them during our celebrations.

On May 15th, 1920, a group of individuals decided to band together and create the Harborcreek Fire Department. This was no small task. Based on research I have conducted; the first fire engine was donated by a member of the community and the annual budget was approximately $3,000. There was no such thing as bunker gear, self-contained breathing apparatus or thermal imaging cameras. Fire departments were beginning to transition from horse drawn carts to motorized vehicles and the township’s population, according to the 1920 census was 2,212.

Wow have things changed. The population of Harborcreek Township 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.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR Spring: March 15th – June 15th

Eastside YMCA

Chronic Disease PreventionCurrently taking registration for Diabetes Prevention Classes. Call 814-899-9622 to register for pre-enrollment assessment or Email Devyn Peskorski at [email protected]

Alzheimer’s - Flex & ReflectStarting April 6th A Class for low to moderate staged Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers. For Class information call 814-899-9622 or email Devyn Peskorski at [email protected]

Moving for Better BalanceApril 6th – June 1st11 am – 11:45 am | Mondays & FridaysA Fall Prevention class with proven results that uses Tai Chi to improve balance & flexibility. Age 55+. Call 814-899-9622 for information or email Kelly Gibson [email protected]

Eastside Family YMCA Summer CampJune – AugustSwimming, Field Trips, Healthy Meals, Themed Days and more. REGISTER NOW [email protected]

UPMC Guest Speaker SeriesFREE – Open to the Community!

Using Social Media to Enrich Your LifeApril 8th | 11 amGE Room

Managing Menopause: Is it Hot in Here or is it Just Me?May 13th | 11 amGE Room

Happy Hour: When Does Alcohol Use Become a Problem?June 10th | 11 amGE Room

Youth/Adult Sports | Youth & Family Programs | Group Exercise and More…For information on Eastside Family YMCA programming call 814-899-9622 or visit ymcaerie.org

Penn State Behrend

The following events, which are all free and open to the public unless otherwise noted, will occur between March 15 and June 15 at Penn State Behrend:

Planetarium Show Every Thursday and Saturday(ages 8 to adult), 1 p.m., Yahn Planetarium at Penn State Behrend (except April 18). The cost for the planetarium shows is $5 for adults or $3 for children 12 and under.

Planetarium Show Every Saturday Planetarium show (ages 4 and up), 2:30 p.m., Yahn Planetarium at Penn State Behrend (except April 18). The cost for the planetarium shows is $5 for adults or $3 for children 12 and under.

Rhythms of Life Series – Steel City RoversMarch 17th | Noon – 1 pmBruno’s Café

Sustainability Series Movie - On the Basis of SexMarch 18th | 8 pmReed 117

Adult Learner Info and AppetizersMarch 25th | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmMetzgar Center

Smith Creative Writers Reading Series – Kyle MinorMarch 26th | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmMetzgar Center Lobby

Science Story TimeMarch 27th | 11 am – NoonFasenmyer Outreach Loft

Speaker Series – Mona Hannah-AttishaApril 1st | 7:30 pm – 9 pmMcGarvey Commons

Smith Creative Writers Reading Series – Joanna RuoccoApril 2nd | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmMetzgar Center Lobby

Sustainability Series Movie – Trashed with Jeremy IronsApril 8th | 8 pmReed 117

Rhythms of Life Series – Boilermaker Jazz BandApril 14th | Noon – 1 pmBruno’s Café

Sustainability Series Movie – Dark WatersApril 15th | 8 pmReed 117

Carrie: The MusicalApril 16th, 17th, 18th | 7:30 pm – 10 pmErie Hall

Carrie: The MusicalApril 18th, 19th | 2 pm – 4:30 pmErie Hall

Speaker Series – Gloria BorgerApril 20th | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmMcGarvey Commons

Smith Creative Writers Reading Series – Kathryn NuernbergerApril 23rd | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmMetzgar Center Lobby

Science Story TimeApril 24th | 11 am – NoonFasenmyer Outreach Loft

Jazz Ensemble Spring ConcertApril 28th | 8 pm – 9:30 pmMcGarvey Commons

Talent ShowApril 2nd

Goodies with GalsMay 8th

Klein STEAM Night | Art Show | Science FairMay 12th

Sixth Grade GraduationJune 4th

Clark Elementary School

Clark CarnivalApril 3rd

Kindergarten Registration (District wide – by appointment)May 12th

Clark Sixth Grade ChorusMay 13th

Fun RunMay 20th

Clark Art Show | Chalk WalkMay 21st


Harbor Creek High School

School Musical “Into the Woods” March 13th and 14th | 7:30 pmMarch 15th | 2 pm

Harborcreek Snap Fitness

Motivational BootcampEvery Monday | 5:30 pm – 6:30 pmThis group fitness class will focus more on muscular strength of the upper body, lower body, and abs as we get into the heavier free weights. The cost is $5 for members and $10 for non-members.

Weight Loss Beast on BayEvery Wednesday | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pmThis class is all about muscular endurance and will focus on increasing stamina and endurance as we get more into the agility ladder and step ups. The cost is $5 for members and $10 for non-members

Total Body BootcampsEvery Thursday | 6 pm - 7 pmThis class will focus on a total body workout for an hour. Get ready to sweat and take your workout to the next level. New and exciting workouts each time.

Strength and StaminaEvery Saturday| 9 am - 10 amThis class is a mix between muscular strength and endurance. It will focus on increasing both strength and stamina as we target the entire body to exhaustion.

Personal Training Available by Appointment

First Presbyterian Church of Harborcreek

Luncheon with Guest SpeakerFourth Tuesday of Each Month | Noon

Swiss Steak DinnerApril 4th | 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Summer HoursBegin June 7 | Worship at 10:00 am

For details on how your information can be included here in our Community Calendar, please contact:

Stacey [email protected]

End of the 3rd Quarter (District wide)March 26th

Broadway BackwardsApril 3rd | 7:30 pm in the Cafeteria

Spring Break - No School (District wide)April 8th – 13th

Arts Night ConcertApril 16th | 7 pm

PromMay 9th | 8 pm – 11 pm

Spring Choral ConcertMay 14th | 7 pm

Spring Band ConcertMay 19th | 7 pm

Last Day of School (District Wide)June 4th

GraduationJune 4th | 7 pmPenn State Behrend Junker CenterTickets required for admission

Harbor Creek Junior High School

Spring Fling May 15th | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

National Junior Honor Society Induction CeremonyMay 29th

8th Grade Promotion CeremonyJune 3rd

Rolling Ridge Elementary School

Spring CarnivalApril 3rd | 6 pm – 8 pm

Evening of ArtsMay 14th | 5 pm – 8 pm

Spring Chorus and Bell ConcertMay 14th | 7 pm – 8 pm

Sixth Grade Science FairMay 20th | 6 pm – 7 pm


Klein Elementary School

PTO Fun FairMarch 15th

PTO Family Night: KleintopiaMarch 27th

South Harborcreek United Methodist Church

Palm Sunday Service April 5th | 10 am

Maundy Thursday ServiceApril 9th | 6:30 pm

Easter ServicesApril 12thSunrise Service | 7:30 amEaster Breakfast | 8:30 amWorship Service | 10 am

Mother’s Day ServiceMay 10th | 10 am

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Spring: March 15th – June 15th

Eastside YMCA

Chronic Disease PreventionCurrently taking registration for Diabetes Prevention Classes. Call 814-899-9622 to register for pre-enrollment assessment or Email Devyn Peskorski at [email protected]

Alzheimer’s - Flex & ReflectStarting April 6th A Class for low to moderate staged Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers. For Class information call 814-899-9622 or email Devyn Peskorski at [email protected]

Moving for Better BalanceApril 6th – June 1st11 am – 11:45 am | Mondays & FridaysA Fall Prevention class with proven results that uses Tai Chi to improve balance & flexibility. Age 55+. Call 814-899-9622 for information or email Kelly Gibson [email protected]

Eastside Family YMCA Summer CampJune – AugustSwimming, Field Trips, Healthy Meals, Themed Days and more. REGISTER NOW [email protected]

UPMC Guest Speaker SeriesFREE – Open to the Community!

Using Social Media to Enrich Your LifeApril 8th | 11 amGE Room

Managing Menopause: Is it Hot in Here or is it Just Me?May 13th | 11 amGE Room

Happy Hour: When Does Alcohol Use Become a Problem?June 10th | 11 amGE Room

Youth/Adult Sports | Youth & Family Programs | Group Exercise and More…For information on Eastside Family YMCA programming call 814-899-9622 or visit ymcaerie.org

Penn State Behrend

The following events, which are all free and open to the public unless otherwise noted, will occur between March 15 and June 15 at Penn State Behrend:

Planetarium Show Every Thursday and Saturday(ages 8 to adult), 1 p.m., Yahn Planetarium at Penn State Behrend (except April 18). The cost for the planetarium shows is $5 for adults or $3 for children 12 and under.

Planetarium Show Every Saturday Planetarium show (ages 4 and up), 2:30 p.m., Yahn Planetarium at Penn State Behrend (except April 18). The cost for the planetarium shows is $5 for adults or $3 for children 12 and under.

Rhythms of Life Series – Steel City RoversMarch 17th | Noon – 1 pmBruno’s Café

Sustainability Series Movie - On the Basis of SexMarch 18th | 8 pmReed 117

Adult Learner Info and AppetizersMarch 25th | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmMetzgar Center

Smith Creative Writers Reading Series – Kyle MinorMarch 26th | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmMetzgar Center Lobby

Science Story TimeMarch 27th | 11 am – NoonFasenmyer Outreach Loft

Speaker Series – Mona Hannah-AttishaApril 1st | 7:30 pm – 9 pmMcGarvey Commons

Smith Creative Writers Reading Series – Joanna RuoccoApril 2nd | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmMetzgar Center Lobby

Sustainability Series Movie – Trashed with Jeremy IronsApril 8th | 8 pmReed 117

Rhythms of Life Series – Boilermaker Jazz BandApril 14th | Noon – 1 pmBruno’s Café

Sustainability Series Movie – Dark WatersApril 15th | 8 pmReed 117

Carrie: The MusicalApril 16th, 17th, 18th | 7:30 pm – 10 pmErie Hall

Carrie: The MusicalApril 18th, 19th | 2 pm – 4:30 pmErie Hall

Speaker Series – Gloria BorgerApril 20th | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmMcGarvey Commons

Smith Creative Writers Reading Series – Kathryn NuernbergerApril 23rd | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmMetzgar Center Lobby

Science Story TimeApril 24th | 11 am – NoonFasenmyer Outreach Loft

Jazz Ensemble Spring ConcertApril 28th | 8 pm – 9:30 pmMcGarvey Commons

Talent ShowApril 2nd

Goodies with GalsMay 8th

Klein STEAM Night | Art Show | Science FairMay 12th


Clark Elementary School

Clark CarnivalApril 3rd

Kindergarten Registration (District wide – by appointment)May 12th

Clark Sixth Grade ChorusMay 13th

Fun RunMay 20th

Clark Art Show | Chalk WalkMay 21st


Harbor Creek High School

School Musical “Into the Woods” March 13th and 14th | 7:30 pmMarch 15th | 2 pm

Harborcreek Snap Fitness

Motivational BootcampEvery Monday | 5:30 pm – 6:30 pmThis group fitness class will focus more on muscular strength of the upper body, lower body, and abs as we get into the heavier free weights. The cost is $5 for members and $10 for non-members.

Weight Loss Beast on BayEvery Wednesday | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pmThis class is all about muscular endurance and will focus on increasing stamina and endurance as we get more into the agility ladder and step ups. The cost is $5 for members and $10 for non-members

Total Body BootcampsEvery Thursday | 6 pm - 7 pmThis class will focus on a total body workout for an hour. Get ready to sweat and take your workout to the next level. New and exciting workouts each time.

Strength and StaminaEvery Saturday| 9 am - 10 amThis class is a mix between muscular strength and endurance. It will focus on increasing both strength and stamina as we target the entire body to exhaustion.

Personal Training Available by Appointment

First Presbyterian Church of Harborcreek

Luncheon with Guest SpeakerFourth Tuesday of Each Month | Noon

Swiss Steak DinnerApril 4th | 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Summer HoursBegin June 7 | Worship at 10:00 am

For details on how your information can be included here in our Community Calendar, please contact:

Stacey [email protected]

End of the 3rd Quarter (District wide)March 26th

Broadway BackwardsApril 3rd | 7:30 pm in the Cafeteria

Spring Break - No School (District wide)April 8th – 13th

Arts Night ConcertApril 16th | 7 pm

PromMay 9th | 8 pm – 11 pm

Spring Choral ConcertMay 14th | 7 pm

Spring Band ConcertMay 19th | 7 pm

Last Day of School (District Wide)June 4th

GraduationJune 4th | 7 pmPenn State Behrend Junker CenterTickets required for admission

Harbor Creek Junior High School

Spring Fling May 15th | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

National Junior Honor Society Induction CeremonyMay 29th

8th Grade Promotion CeremonyJune 3rd

Rolling Ridge Elementary School

Spring CarnivalApril 3rd | 6 pm – 8 pm

Evening of ArtsMay 14th | 5 pm – 8 pm

Spring Chorus and Bell ConcertMay 14th | 7 pm – 8 pm

Sixth Grade Science FairMay 20th | 6 pm – 7 pm


Klein Elementary School

PTO Fun FairMarch 15th

PTO Family Night: KleintopiaMarch 27th

South Harborcreek United Methodist Church

Palm Sunday Service April 5th | 10 am

Maundy Thursday ServiceApril 9th | 6:30 pm

Easter ServicesApril 12thSunrise Service | 7:30 amEaster Breakfast | 8:30 amWorship Service | 10 am

Mother’s Day ServiceMay 10th | 10 am

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Husky Happenings

Boys Baseball

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 School6375 Buffalo Rd Harborcreek, PA 16421School Phone: 814-897-2100 x 1200 Fax: 814-897-2121 Email: [email protected]

SuperintendentKelly Hess

Principal, Sr. HighPamela Chodubski

Principal, Jr. HighAndrew Krahe

Athletic DirectorMary Yount

Varsity Baseball (Boys)2019-2020

Day Date Opponent Place Time

Friday Mar. 20 @ Slippery Rock High School Slippery Rock High school 4:00PMThursday Mar. 26 Titusville High School Baseball Field 4:00PMMonday Mar. 30 Fredonia High School Baseball Field 4:15PMTuesday Mar. 31 New Castle HS Baseball Field 4:00PMWednesday Apr. 01 @ Meadville High School Meadville H.S. 4:00PMFriday Apr. 03 Erie McDowell HS Baseball Field 4:00PMMonday Apr. 06 Oil City High School Baseball Field 4:00PMWednesday Apr. 08 @ Corry Area High School Corry H.S. 4:00PMSaturday Apr. 11 @ Neshannock High School Neshannock HIgh School 1:00PMWednesday Apr. 15 @ Erie High School Ainsworth Field 4:00PMFriday Apr. 17 @ Warren Area High School Warren H.S. 4:00PMMonday Apr. 20 @ Fort Le Boeuf High School Fort LeBoeuf H.S. 4:00PMWednesday Apr. 22 General McLane H.S. Baseball Field 4:00PMFriday Apr. 24 Cathedral Prep School Baseball Field 4:00PMWednesday Apr. 29 Corry Area High School Baseball Field 4:00PMFriday May. 01 Maplewood High School (Senior

Night)Baseball Field 4:00PM

Monday May. 04 Warren Area High School Baseball Field 4:00PMWednesday May. 06 Fort Le Boeuf High School Baseball Field 4:00PMFriday May. 08 @ General McLane H.S. General McLane H.S. 4:00PMTuesday May. 12 North East High School Baseball Field 4:00PM

02/10/2020 * = League Event Report generated by Schedule Star 866-448-9438






Junior Varsity Baseball (Boys)2019-2020


Friday Mar. 20 @ Slippery Rock High School Slippery Rock High School 6:00PMThursday Mar. 26 Titusville High School Baseball Field 6:00PMTuesday Mar. 31 New Castle HS Baseball Field 6:00PMWednesday Apr. 01 @ Meadville High School Meadville High School 6:00PMFriday Apr. 03 Erie McDowell HS Harbor Creek High School 6:00PMMonday Apr. 06 Oil City High School Baseball Field 6:00PMWednesday Apr. 08 @ Corry Area High School Corry Area High School 6:00PMSaturday Apr. 11 @ Neshannock High School Neshannock High School 2:30PMWednesday Apr. 15 @ Erie High School Erie High School 6:00PMFriday Apr. 17 @ Warren Area High School Warren Area High School 6:00PMMonday Apr. 20 @ Fort Le Boeuf High School Fort Le Boeuf High School 6:00PMWednesday Apr. 22 General McLane H.S. Baseball Field 6:00PMFriday Apr. 24 Cathedral Prep School Baseball Field 6:00PMWednesday Apr. 29 Corry Area High School Baseball Field 6:00PMFriday May. 01 Maplewood High School (Senior

Night)Baseball Field 6:00PM

Monday May. 04 Warren Area High School Baseball Field 6:00PMWednesday May. 06 Fort Le Boeuf High School Baseball Field 6:00PMFriday May. 08 @ General McLane H.S. General McLane H.S. 6:00PM







Varsity Track & Field (Boys/Girls)2019-2020


Thursday Apr. 02 * @ North East High School North East H.S. 4:00PMSaturday Apr. 04 Harbor Creek Invite Harbor Creek High School 9:30AMTuesday Apr. 07 * @ Fairview High School Fairview H.S. 4:00PMThursday Apr. 16 * @ Girard High School Girard High School 4:00PMFriday Apr. 17 @ Greenville JV Invite Greenville H. S. 3:00PMSaturday Apr. 18 @ Fort LeBoeuf Invite Fort LeBoeuf H.S. 9:00AMTuesday Apr. 21 * Fort Le Boeuf High School Harbor Creek High School 4:00PMFriday Apr. 24 @ McDowell Invite McDowell H.S. 3:00PMTuesday Apr. 28 * MP & IR Harbor Creek High School 4:00PMSaturday May. 02 @ North East Invite North East H.S. 9:00AMMonday May. 04 * Northwestern High School Harbor Creek High School 4:00PMThursday May. 07 County Classic Invite Harbor Creek High School 3:00PMSaturday May. 16 @ D10 Championships Slippery Rock University 8:00AMFriday May. 22 @ PIAA State Championships PIAA State Championships TBA


Boys/Girls Track






Varsity Softball (Girls)2019-2020


S Monday Mar. 16 @ Grove City High School Grove City H.S. 4:00PMSWednesday

Mar. 18 North East High School Softball Field 4:00PM

Tuesday Mar. 24 Erie McDowell HS Softball Field 4:00PMWednesday Mar. 25 @ Spring Trip 3/25-3/29 Spring Trip 3/25-3/29 TBATuesday Mar. 31 Erie High School Softball Field 4:00PMFriday Apr. 03 Fairview High School Softball Field 4:00PMSaturday Apr. 04 @ Meadville High School Meadville H.S. 12:00PMTuesday Apr. 07 @ Grove City High School Grove City G.C. 4:00PMThursday Apr. 09 @ Conneaut High School Conneaut H.S. 4:00PMSaturday Apr. 11 Slippery Rock High School Softball Field 12:00PMMonday Apr. 13 @ North East High School North East High School 4:00PMTuesday Apr. 14 Franklin High School Softball Field 4:00PMTuesday Apr. 21 Warren Area High School Softball Field 4:00PMThursday Apr. 23 @ General McLane H.S. General McLane H.S. 4:00PMTuesday Apr. 28 @ Villa Maria Academy Villa Maria Academy 4:00PMThursday Apr. 30 @ Warren Area High School Warren H.S. 4:00PMFriday May. 01 Iroquois High School Softball Field 4:00PMSaturday May. 02 @ Girard High School Girard H.S. 12:00PMTuesday May. 05 General McLane H.S. Harbor Creek High School 4:00PMThursday May. 07 Villa Maria Academy Softball Field 4:00PM







Junior Varsity Softball (Girls)2019-2020


Friday Mar. 20 North East High School Softball Field 5:30PMFriday Mar. 20 @ Grove City High School Grove City High School 5:30PMTuesday Mar. 24 Erie McDowell HS Softball Field 5:30PMTuesday Mar. 31 Erie High School Softball Field 5:30PMFriday Apr. 03 Fairview High School Softball Field 5:30PMSaturday Apr. 04 @ Meadville High School Meadville High School 1:30PMTuesday Apr. 07 @ Grove City High School Grove City High School 5:30PMThursday Apr. 09 @ Conneaut High School Conneaut High School 5:30PMSaturday Apr. 11 Slippery Rock High School Softball Field 1:30PMTuesday Apr. 14 Franklin High School Softball Field 5:30PMTuesday Apr. 21 Warren Area High School Softball Field 5:30PMThursday Apr. 23 General McLane H.S. Softball Field 5:30PMTuesday Apr. 28 @ Villa Maria Academy Softball Field 5:30PMThursday Apr. 30 @ Warren Area High School Warren Area High School 5:30PMFriday May. 01 Iroquois High School Softball Field 5:30PMSaturday May. 02 @ Girard High School Girard High School 2:00PM


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Varsity Tennis (Boys)2019-2020


Monday Mar. 16 * Fairview High School Harbor Creek High School 4:00PMWednesday Mar. 25 Hickory High School Harbor Creek High School 3:30PMThursday Mar. 26 Oil City High School Harbor Creek High School 4:00PMMonday Mar. 30 * Mercyhurst Prep School Harbor Creek High School 4:00PMThursday Apr. 02 Grove City High School Harbor Creek High School 4:00PMSaturday Apr. 04 @ Titusville High School Titusville H.S. 11:00AMMonday Apr. 06 * @ Conneaut High School Conneaut H.S. 4:00PMTuesday Apr. 14 @ Sharon High School Sharon H.S. 4:00PMFriday Apr. 17 * @ Mercyhurst Prep School Mercyhurst Prep 4:00PMWednesday Apr. 22 * Conneaut High School Harbor Creek High School 4:00PMFriday Apr. 24 * @ Fairview High School Fairview H.S. 4:00PMSaturday Apr. 25 HC Tennis Classis Harbor Creek High School TBAWednesday Apr. 29 @ Tri County Tennis Buhl Park TBASaturday May. 02 @ Singles Districts Westwood Raquet Club TBAWednesday May. 06 @ Double Districts Westwood Raquet Club TBAFriday May. 08 @ Team Districts Championships Westwood Raquet Club TBA


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7th Grade Volleyball (Girls)2019-2020


Tuesday Mar. 24 * @ North East High School North East Middle School 5:15PMThursday Mar. 26 * Corry Area High School Jr. High Gymnasium 5:15PMTuesday Mar. 31 * Girard High School Jr. High Gymnasium 5:15PMThursday Apr. 02 * Iroquois High School Jr. High Gymnasium 5:15PMFriday Apr. 03 @ Corry Tournament Corry H.S. 4:00PMTuesday Apr. 07 * Seneca High School Jr. High Gymnasium 5:15PMThursday Apr. 09 * General McLane H.S. Jr. High Gymnasium 5:15PMThursday Apr. 16 * Northwestern High School Jr. High Gymnasium 5:15PMTuesday Apr. 21 * @ Fairview High School Fairview High School 5:15PMThursday Apr. 23 * North East High School Jr. High Gymnasium 5:15PMTuesday Apr. 28 * @ Corry Area High School Corry Area High School 5:15PMThursday Apr. 30 * @ Girard High School Girard High School 5:15PMTuesday May. 05 * @ Iroquois High School Iroquois Elementary School 5:15PMWednesday May. 06 * @ Fort Le Boeuf High School Fort LeBoeuf H.S. 5:15PMThursday May. 07 * @ Seneca High School Seneca High School 5:15PMFriday May. 08 @ North East Tournament North East H.S. 4:00PM







8th Grade Volleyball (Girls)2019-2020


Tuesday Mar. 24 * @ North East High School North East Middle School 4:00PMThursday Mar. 26 * Corry Area High School Jr. High Gymnasium 4:00PMTuesday Mar. 31 * Girard High School Jr. High Gymnasium 4:00PMThursday Apr. 02 * Iroquois High School Jr. High Gymnasium 4:00PMSaturday Apr. 04 @ Corry Tournament Corry H.S. 8:00AMTuesday Apr. 07 * Seneca High School Jr. High Gymnasium 4:00PMThursday Apr. 09 * General McLane H.S. Jr. High Gymnasium 4:00PMThursday Apr. 16 * Northwestern High School Jr. High Gymnasium 4:00PMTuesday Apr. 21 * @ Fairview High School Fairview H.S. 4:00PMThursday Apr. 23 * North East High School Jr. High Gymnasium 4:00PMTuesday Apr. 28 * @ Corry Area High School Corry H.S. 4:00PMThursday Apr. 30 * @ Girard High School Girard H.S. 4:00PMTuesday May. 05 * @ Iroquois High School Iroquois Elementary School 4:00PMWednesday May. 06 * @ Fort Le Boeuf High School Fort LeBoeuf H.S. 4:00PMThursday May. 07 * @ Seneca High School Seneca H.S. 4:00PMSaturday May. 09 @ North East Tournament North East Middle School 8:00AM


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First Presbyterian Church of Harborcreek6724 Buffalo Road

“Loving and serving God and others as Jesus does”

Check us out on our website, hcpresbyterian.org, and on Facebook!

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.04/10 Good Friday 7:30 p.m.

04/12 Easter SundayEarly Service at 8:00 a.m.Free Breakfast for all at 9:00 a.m.Traditional Service at 11:00 a.m.

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STE@M at Harbor Creek Over the past decade the Maker Movement has brought to the forefront of our collective discourse the idea that everyone has the ability to dream, design, and create functional and aesthetically pleasing objects. Whether through a river table inlaid with epoxy, a concrete lamp with programmable LEDs, or 3D printed rockets blasting off to new heights, our society has embraced a maker culture. Perhaps you have seen this mindset hit the mainstream in the TV show “Making It” where makers compete to earn patches and prize money.

At Harbor Creek, we have been intentionally working for the past five years to help our students dream big and give them the tools to bring their dreams to life in plastic, wood, metal, vinyl, paper, and every other medium we can get our hands on. STEAM (the integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) classes and clubs are challenging and rigorous, not just in the tools that they use, but in the grit and determination needed to actually make something. If you have ever felt the joy of making a beautiful cutting board, experimenting with an electronic circuit for hours until it finally works, or 3D printed your first model that didn’t end in a rats nest of filament, then you already know what we are working towards for every student at every level.

Elementary Schools - Karen Rodemoyer At Clark, Klein, and Rolling Ridge, our students have both grade level STEAM experiences, and the opportunity to be challenged in the library makerspace. Mrs. Karen Rodemoyer, our Elementary Librarian, shared this story of a recent build fail which became a great triumph:

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 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 teams.

As with any STEM design, you run a risk of failure, but I did not anticipate this would be one of the most disappointing challenges to date. The challenge failed, not due to poor team designs, but rather the quality of the materials used and the lack of durability once poked, prodded, and manipulated. Students left class disappointed and comments such as "This was the worst challenge ever," were overheard as the students left class with their heads down. I did not disagree with this opinion. In fact, the thought of doing this challenge with 7 more classes across the district was completely deflating and I could feel myself growing gray and disenchanted very…very…quickly.

My immediate instinct was to consider removing this challenge from my curriculum indefinitely and to come up with an alternative challenge for the remaining classes to complete. However, upon reflection, I realized that if I practice what I preach and hold true to my personal belief that “failure is an opportunity to learn and grow and despite the discomfort failure presents, we need to embrace it and not give up," the consideration to do so was not truly an option.I searched the internet, once again, finding no feasible solution that would work for us. I then perused our collection of STEAM materials available in our Library MakerSpace for possible substitutions. That is when an incredible idea emerged. With an occasional revision here and there, the challenge with alternative and more durable materials, was implemented in the remaining seven classrooms. With each experience the design improved just a little more, becoming one of my favorites to date. I think many of the students who experienced the improved design would share that opinion, as well.

The initial fail this challenge presented turned into an authentic and valuable learning opportunity.

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In talking with our Robotics Club advisor and Jr./Sr. High STEAM teacher Mr. John Knox, there was much that he shared about how STEAM is a natural fit for him. Here is what he had to say about STEAM:

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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There is no doubt that HC is at the vanguard of imparting skills that will help our students to become life-long makers. We are incredibly proud of our STEAM program and look forward to being able to provide the students of Harbor Creek amazing opportunities to be makers not only during their time here in Harbor Creek, but for the rest of their lives.

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.

To make monetary donations, please remit checks made payable to:

Ella Cochran Food Pantry837 Bartlett Road | Harborcreek, PA 16421

Paper Products and Cleaners Needed!

TO VOLUNTEER PLEASE CALL 814-480-9979

Serving Over 120 Local Families Each Month

Drop Sites:Harborcreek Historical SocietyBuffalo Road

Laskowski InsuranceBuffalo Road

HC TownshipBuffalo Road

Grimm’s EmbroideryBuffalo Road

South Harborcreek United MethodistMcGill Road

Our Lady of Mercy ChurchBartlett Road

Expression Salon and SpaEast Lake Road

YMCANagle Road

Please help Harborcreek’s Community Engagement Team stock the pantry with toilet paper, paper towels and multi-purpose cleaners.

Items will be collected

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Create a Restful Bedroom

When you walk into your bedroom, do you feel a sense of peace and calm or disorder and chaos?

The room in which you spend one third of your life should feel like a sanctuary. Your bedroom environment plays a key role in unwinding and getting a good night’s slumber. The changes you make don’t need to be costly or complex. Try these simple ways to transform your boudoir into a serene retreat, so you can awaken refreshed each day.

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.

Dim the lights. Too much light exposure in the evening, whether from natural or artificial light, will impair your body’s melatonin regulation. Melatonin is a hormone produced in the pineal gland of the brain, that increases at night to induce sleepiness and decreases in the morning to trigger wakening. Turn the lights down in the house in the evening and use night lights or low wattage lights to illuminate hallways and bathrooms, so if you get up in the middle of the night, you don’t need to flip on the overhead lights. Pay attention to streetlights that may be permeating your bedroom and use effective light-blocking shades. The same pertains to electronics and television. Your brain perceives the light and sound even if you’re asleep. Refrain from placing a tv in the bedroom or use the timer function, so it doesn’t remain on all night.

Debbie DeAngelo, RNC, BSN Holistic Health [email protected]

Healthy Around Harborcreek Perform a bed check. If you crawl out of bed with more aches and pains than when you crawled in, evaluate the state of your mattress and pillow. This is especially true if you sleep better in a hotel or at a friend’s house. Is your mattress showing signs of aging? A quality mattress typically lasts eight to ten years; however, if it sags and loses its support, it may be time for a new one. Also consider if the bed is roomy enough for the people occupying it. What about your pillow? Is it the appropriate one for your sleep position and does it keep your neck in alignment? Once these aspects have been addressed, don’t overlook your bedding. The fabrics you choose should be inviting, comfortable and not cause you to overheat.

Use your senses. Much of the relaxation that you’re trying to create can be achieved through engaging your sense of sight, smell and sound. Use a soothing color palette such as lavender, blue, green or cream. Vanilla, lavender and jasmine are scents that have been shown to induce a sense of calm. Welcome the power of aromatherapy by using a diffuser or spritzing it on your pillowcase. As for noise, embrace the sound of silence. For some people, this may require wearing ear plugs, which is also helpful if your bedmate snores.

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