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FALL 2012 COMMUNITY MAGAZINE

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COMMUNITY INTEREST

Fairview School District Newsletter .............................. | 4

Fairview Parks and Recreation ........................................ | 11

What’s Happening in West County ................................. | 18

Save the Date: Fit for Fairview ........................................ | 20

Girard Township Municipal News .................................... | 22

Fairview Township Municipal News ............................... | 24

Coach Bestwick Honored with Field Renovation ........ | 26

The Concerts of the Erie County Fieldhouse .............. | 28

A Place for Everyone .......................................................... | 32

Back to School ...................................................................... | 34

ON THE COVER | Coach Bestwick stands at mid-field with Fairview student athletes in the newlyrenovated Keck Field.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Circulatory CentersFallacies of varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency ...................... | 3

Edward JonesShould you take a pension buyout? ........... | 31

State Farm InsuranceLife insurance after divorce ....................... | 37

IN West County is a non-partisan community publication dedicated to representing,encouraging and promoting the Erie County area and its comprising municipalitiesby focusing on the talents and gifts of the people who live and work here. Our goalis to provide readers with the most informative and professional regional publicationin the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

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PUBLISHERWayne Dollard

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Please recycle this magazine when you are through enjoying it.

Welcome to the fall issue of West County magazine. As I write this, we are having one of the hottest summers on record, and it doesn’t look like the

record-breaking temperatures will end just because the leaves will be changing colors soon. So whilethis is the fall issue, I want to reiterate some summer tips from the health department to help you stay safe in the heat. The last two points are probably the most critical because they deal with children and the elderly.

Stay cool indoors, preferably in an air-conditioned environment.Fans don’t help much when temperatures are in the 90s. A cool bath or shower is a more effective way to cool off, if you don’t have airconditioning. Better yet, visit someplace that does, such as a seniorcenter, theater, mall or neighbor’s house.

Drink plenty of fluids, at least eight cups a day, but avoid alcoholic or caffeinated drinks which actually cause you to lose more fluids. Avoid hot foods and heavy meals, which add heat to your body.

Wear lightweight, light-colored and loose-fitting clothing. A wide-brimmed hat provides shade and helps keep the head cool. Sunscreencan prevent sunburn, which can affect your body’s ability to cool itselfand also cause a loss of body fluids.

Avoid strenuous physical activity, particularly during the hotter part of the day.

Never leave a child, or a pet, in a vehicle alone on a hot day. A childmay become disoriented in just five minutes, unconscious in 10 andbrain-damaged in 20.

Use the buddy system and check on the elderly and the infirm whodo not have air conditioning and are less able to take care of themselves.

For senior citizens, local governments also establish cooling centersto help people to beat the heat. Contact your local municipality for theone nearest you before the temperatures top 90 again. As always, enjoyyour fall, IN West County!

Wayne Dollard, Publisher

WE WANT TO KNOW:How did you meet your spouse?Some of the best stories we hear are how two people happened to get together. Some met in bars, some in supermarkets, while others met in more unique circumstances. Send us your story of how you met your spouse. We’ll run the best ones in the next issue. Also include a photo of you and your spouse, how manyyears you’ve been married and when your anniversary is.

Send your story to [email protected] or mail them to IN Community Magazines, 603 East McMurray Road, McMurray, PA 15317. You can also fax us at 724.942.0968.

1. Spider veins are the same as varicose veins.Spider veins and varicose veins are caused by dysfunctional valveswithin the vein. Spider veins appear as a nest of veins just below thesurface of the skin. They typically do not bulge above the surface.Varicose veins, however, are a sign of more significant venous disease and should be diagnosed and treated by a physician.2. Prolonged standing does not play a role in varicose vein development.Regularly spending a large part of a workday on your feet, puts you at higher risk for developing varicose veins. In an attempt to reducethe strain standing causes, individuals with careers that require prolonged standing should make a point to walk regularly and perform isolated calf exercises by contracting and relaxing the calfmuscles to assist the veins in “pumping” blood through the leg veins. 3. Varicose veins are a cosmetic issue and do not need treatment.Varicose veins were previously thought of as a cosmetic condition.However, contemporary understanding of the actual disease process indicates varicose veins can ultimately progress to a more serious condition called chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). If left untreated, CVI is a progressively deteriorating disease that can result in increasingly serious signs and symptoms. Leg pain,swelling, restlessness, skin damage and ulcers are all potential symptoms of untreated venous insufficiency. As a treatable condition, varicose veins should be evaluated by a physician and various minimally-invasive treatments can be explored before thevaricose veins progress.4. Excessive weight does not contribute to varicose veins and CVI.Being overweight is directly associated with the formation of varicoseveins. Added pressure on the legs and ankles causes the veins tobulge and the resulting valve stress can lead to failure and CVI. Maintaining a healthy weight through healthy eating and regular exercise is recommended. By exercising and strengthening the calf muscles, improved venous flow by calf muscle augmentation is achieved.5. Men do not develop varicose veins and CVI.Men and women are both at risk to develop varicose veins and CVI.

More than 40% of men develop venous disease before the age of60. Unfortunately, the majority of men do not seek treatment untilthe condition worsens. While this is still able to be treated, earlyrecognition and timely treatment are the best way to treat varicoseveins and CVI. 6. Compression stockings and elevating your feet are cures for varicose veins.Compression stockings provide external compression on the leg andthis helps to reduce aching and swelling. This is a way to managesymptoms but does not affect the long term management of the disease in any positive way. People with varicose veins, who choose to manage their symptoms with only compression stockings, willneed to continue to wear stockings for as long as they live. Similarly,elevating the feet above the level of the heart when lying down will relieve some pressure and swelling, but is also temporary. As soon as the patient resumes an upright posture, the benefit of elevation is lost.7. Genetics and age do not play a role in the development of varicose veins and CVI.Women older than 50 are most likely to develop venous disease.However, men and women of all ages can develop varicose veins andexperience venous insufficiency. If you have a family member withvaricose veins or CVI, you are more likely to develop varicose veins in your lifetime. Therefore, genetics and age play a significant role in the development of varicose veins. 8. Varicose veins do not develop after trauma. Trauma to the legs has been shown to lead to the development of signs and symptoms of CVI and varicose veins. Injuries where significant swelling or bruising is produced are at times associatedwith varicose vein development. 9. Pregnancy does not cause varicose veins. Pregnancy increases blood volume, hormones cause the veins to bemore pliable and external compression to the pelvic veins duringpregnancy causes increased pressure inside the leg veins. These factors may contribute to the creation of varicose veins in the legs. Contact Dr. Shields at 800-426-9601.

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District Launches New Website

Fairview to Host


Kelly Allen....................................... Edinboro UniversityRikki Anderson .............................. Pennsylvania State UniversityBrianna Armel ............................... Pennsylvania State UniversityAnthony Bacik ............................... Kettering UniversityAlan Bajek ...................................... UndecidedSamantha Banister....................... Kent State University, AshtabulaChristina Barnes ........................... Pennsylvania State UniversityKrysta Barnett................................ Pittsburgh Technical SchoolChristopher Bean.......................... United States ArmyChelsea Bojewski ......................... Belmont UniversityKeane Bokol................................... United States Air ForceAlexander Borowski .................... Pennsylvania State University Christine Bowser .......................... Cleveland State UniversityNicholas Bowser .......................... Pennsylvania State ........................................................... University/BehrendVeronica Braunstein .................... UndecidedTimothy Brink ................................. Attend a technical/trade schoolJeremy Brinling............................. Miami University Daniel Brockwell........................... Rochester Institute of TechnologyCarrie Burger ................................. UndecidedAllison Burton ................................ Clarion UniversityEmma Chaffee ............................... Mercyhurst UniversityLauren Cooper............................... Gannon UniversityLuke Cramer................................... Bloomsburg UniversityKristina Cronin ............................... Cleveland State UniversityBaron Denniston........................... Start College in Fall of 2013Marissa Dewey............................. Edinboro UniversityJoelene Dieter............................... Fortis InstituteCarlyn Duran.................................. Gannon UniversityNicholas Duska............................. Pennsylvania State ........................................................... University/BehrendCarolyn Eckendorf ........................ Grove City CollegeKaitlyn Edwards ............................ Edinboro UniversityEmily Eichler................................... EmploymentJessica Elder ................................. Clarion University, VenangoAlexandria Enstrom...................... Erie County Technical SchoolWilliam Esper................................. University of MichiganKelsey Everhart ............................. Mercyhurst UniversityCaitlyn Fedei................................... Edinboro UniversityMichael Ferrare ............................ Pennsylvania State UniversityRebecca Figurski .......................... Edinboro UniversityKelley Foyle .................................... Kent State UniversityEmily Frigon.................................... University of PittsburghAlina Gidenko................................. University of North Carolina, ........................................................... CharlotteMolly Giewont ............................... Gannon UniversitySydney Gornic ............................... Edinboro UniversityConnor Gregory............................. Slippery Rock UniversityHarrison Grimm............................. Pennsylvania State UniversityLaura Groszkiewicz...................... Cleveland State UniversityJonathan Hall................................. Edinboro UniversityKyle Halmi....................................... Pennsylvania State ........................................................... University/BehrendMitchell Haney .............................. University of PittsburghEmmet Hardy ................................. United States NavyRachael Harrington...................... John Carroll UniversityNikko Harris ................................... Start College in Fall 2013Amanda Hart.................................. Bucknell UniversityCody Hartley................................... Vet Tech Institute


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Cassandra Hawley ....................... Art Institute of PittsburghChristopher Higby......................... Pennsylvania State ........................................................... University/BehrendEric Holman.................................... Pennsylvania State ........................................................... University/BehrendSara Hood....................................... Fairleigh Dickinson University ........................................................... at Florham CollegeBrittany Husted ............................. Slippery Rock UniversityRobert Jackson............................. Jamestown Community CollegeWilliam Jackson............................ UndecidedAlison Jelicks................................. University of PittsburghJennifer Kanarskaya.................... Robert Morris UniversityElise Kaveney................................. Cleveland State UniversityIan King ........................................... United States NavyJenna Klemm................................. Pennsylvania State UniversitySamantha Kloecker...................... Kent State UniversityErica Knoll....................................... Allegheny CollegeJoseph Kocan................................ Boston CollegeDerek Kruse ................................... Pennsylvania State UniversityNathan Lackey .............................. EmploymentAngela Laird................................... United States Air Force ReserveZachary LaRocca.......................... UndecidedNatalie Larsen ............................... University of Pittsburgh Benjamin Lee................................. Pennsylvania State ........................................................... University/BehrendEan Lee............................................ EmploymentEmily Lehr ....................................... The Fashion Institute of TechnologyLauryn Leonardi ............................ Mercyhurst University, N.E.Jordan Lichtsinn ........................... Rochester Institute of TechnologyMaggie Louis ................................. Mercyhurst University, N.E.Amanda Mangoni......................... Edinboro UniversityGabriela Marin .............................. Bowling Green State UniversityMichalla Martin............................. University of AkronLauren McDonald......................... Cleveland State UniversityMolly McWilliams......................... Pennsylvania State UniversityMatthew Medlin ........................... Embry-Riddle Aeronautical ........................................................... UniversityKatherine Michael........................ University of AkronAndrea Miller................................. University of PittsburghTaylor Miller ................................... Gannon UniversityJennilee Mix .................................. University of Colorado, BoulderAidan Murphey.............................. University of PittsburghChelsea Murray............................. Fortis InstituteKelsey Myers................................. University of Colorado, BoulderJenna Nash.................................... University of VermontCarl Nerthling................................. Pennsylvania State UniversityHollin Nies ...................................... University of PittsburghGregory North................................ UndecidedClaire Nowak ................................. Pennsylvania State UniversityHolly O’Brien .................................. Pennsylvania State UniversityNicholas O’Dell.............................. University of VermontNicholas Oleksak.......................... Edinboro UniversityDanielle Pacansky........................ Mercyhurst UniversityBradley Parker .............................. Pennsylvania College of TechnologyCarl Pastore. .................................. Cornell UniversityCorrinne Pawlowski..................... University of Pittsburgh at Bradford

Rachel Peterson............................ Slippery Rock UniversityRichard Petrella ............................ Washington University, St. LouisSarah Podufal................................ University of PittsburghRebekah Pratt................................ Robert Morris UniversityAlexandria Publicover ................. Florida State CollegeHannah Rea.................................... Mercyhurst UniversitySarah Rea....................................... Westminster CollegeJames Reim.................................... Pennsylvania State UniversityJoshua Reinhardt ......................... Hocking CollegeErika Richardson........................... Attend a 2 year collegeMarissa Rickloff ............................ University of South FloridaMatthew Rickloff........................... University of ChamplainDaniel Roberts............................... Cleveland State UniversityDaniel Rosendahl.......................... Bloomsburg UniversityDerek Rozantz................................ UndecidedMackenzie Schneider ................. Edinboro UniversityMelissa Schneider ....................... Slippery Rock UniversityMegan Silvis .................................. Edinboro UniversityMichael Sitzler............................... Mercyhurst UniversityKathryn Slezak............................... Bowling Green UniversityNoelle Smith................................... Mercyhurst University, N.E.Tiffany Smith .................................. Great Lakes Institute of TechnologyDouglas Squires............................ Pennsylvania State UniversityLindsay Stephens ......................... UndecidedSydney Sullivan............................. Edinboro UniversityBrian Sundberg............................. Pennsylvania State UniversityMichael Suscheck ....................... United States Marine CorpEmily Symes................................... University of VirginiaEmily Tallmadge ............................ Baldwin-Wallace CollegeDanielle Truchanowicz................ Edinboro UniversityRui Wang (foreign exchange student) . Attend college in the StatesAdam Weber.................................. Geneva CollegeThomas Weidle ............................. Juniata CollegeEmily Welch.................................... Indiana University of PennsylvaniaKara Wenzel................................... Pennsylvania State ........................................................... University/BehrendAustin Wheeler ............................. EmploymentDerek Wheeler .............................. Edinboro UniversityCody Whitticar............................... United States MarinesChristine Wilson............................ Robert Morris UniversityLauren Witowski........................... Purdue UniversityBryn Yurkovic................................. Toni and Guy AcademyAshley Zaborowski....................... Edinboro University

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Fairview Parks and Recreation: Fall 2012 Program

ACTIVITIES for CHILDREN

All programs are available to Fairview residents and non-residents alike.

The Fairview Parks & Recreation Authority Board of Directors meets the second Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the Fairview Township building. The public is welcome to attend & encouraged to bring new program ideas that will benefit the community.

This program guide & registration form are also available at www.fairviewtownship.com.

You can call 814-474-5077 or email [email protected]. Office hours are M-F from 12:00-4:00 p.m.

FALL LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM AMERICAN RED CROSS CERTIFIED LESSONSClass sizes are limited and spaces will only be reserved with payment. No checks will be accepted at the pool. The FPRA DOES NOT MAIL CONFIRMATIONS for class enrollments.Please assume you are enrolled for the class you paid for unless otherwise notified. FOR INFORMATION ON CLASS AVAILABILITY, CALL THE FPRA OFFICE AT 814-474-5077.Fee for all levels is $40.00 per Session. All classes run Wednesday and Friday.

Session ADates: August 31 thru September 26

PARENT WITH TODDLER(ages 6 months to about 3 years)A water orientation class that will teach a parent how to work safely and effectively with a young child in the water. Skill-appropriate water activitieswill be included.Time 6:15 - 6:45 p.m. Date Choose from Sessions A or B

PRESCHOOL (ages 4 to 5 years)Designed for the child to develop a comfort level in the water as well as areadiness for learning how to swim. Children will also receive an introductioninto the basic swimming skills.Time 6:15 - 6:45 p.m. Date Choose from Sessions A or B

Session BDates: October 3 thru November 2

(No class October 5 and 31)

LEVEL 1 (ages 6 years thru adult)Designed for children just beginning swim lessons who may be uncomfortablein the water. Time 6:45 - 7:15 p.m. Date Choose from Sessions A or B

LEVEL 2 (ages 6 years thru adult)Prerequisite: Preschool or Level 1 with nofear of the water. Gives students successwith fundamental skills. Time 6:45 - 7:15 p.m. Date Choose from Sessions A or B

LEVEL 3 (ages 6 years thru adult)Prerequisite: Level 2 or equivalent. Builds on the skills in Level 2 by providingadditional guided practice.Time 7:15 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.Date Choose from Sessions A or B

LEVEL 4 (ages 6 years thru adult)Prerequisite: Level 3 or equivalent. Develops confidence in the strokeslearned and improves other aquatic skills.

Time 7:15 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.Date Choose from Sessions A or B

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS$10.00 for ½ hour for private$15.00 for ½ hour for semi-privateCall to schedule lessons Kathy Iszkula at814-474-4739.

OPEN DIVINGThis is open diving time with instruction.Pre-registration only. Signed waivers andpayment are due to the FPRA office priorto participation. Minimum of 5 partici-pants needed to hold the class.

Fee $40.00Day MondayTime 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.Date September 10 thru October 29Instructor Amanda Keane, FHS Diving Coach


FAIRVIEW FINS SWIM CLUBThe FINS swim team will now be running thru November! This is a conditioning and technique focused team that will cover technique trainingfor all four competitive strokes: Freestyle (front-crawl), Backstroke (back-crawl),Breaststroke and Butterfly. While it is not required, it is highly recommended that your swimmer be familiar with at least the front-crawl and back-crawl and be able tocomplete 100 yards (4 lengths of the pool) with little to no stopping.The fall session will run as follows:Monday thru Thursday, September 4 thru November 8 (No FINS practice Labor Day or Halloween)Monday thru Wednesday, November 12 thru 28 (No FINS practice November 26)

GRADES K-4 GRADES 5-12Fee $140.00 Fee $185.00Time 4 - 5 p.m. from 9/4 - 11/8 Time 3 - 4 p.m. from 9/4 - 11/8

6 - 7 p.m. from 11/12 - 11/28 7 - 8:30 p.m. from 11/12 - 11/28


ACTIVITIES for CHILDREN

LITTLE DRIBBLERS BASKETBALL Fee $40.00 per childSite Fairview Elementary School GymnasiumDay TuesdayDate September 11 thru October 30 Time 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.Ages 4 year olds & KindergartnersCoach Aaron Garrity, FES Teacher

This program will focus on basic basketball skills. A variety of different drills, activities and games will be age appropriate. Thecorrect fundamentals will be taught while incorporating learningskills such as listening, confidence, cooperation and following directions. Please bring a basketball to the gym! A minimum of 8 children needed to hold the program and 20 maximum allowed in either time slot. Please call the FPRA office at 814-474-5077 to confirm availability.

LITTLE TIKE SOCCERFee $40.00 per childSite Fairview Elementary School GymnasiumDay ThursdayDate September 6 thru November 1

(No soccer September 20)Time 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.Ages 4 & 5 year oldsORTime 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Ages 6, 7 & 8 year oldsCoach Lauren Opalka

This program will focus on basic soccer instruction & rules followed by mini games. A minimum of 8 children needed to hold the program and 20 maximum allowed in either time slot. Please call the FPRA office at 814-474-5077 to confirm availability.

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AFTER SCHOOL SPORTS FUN Fee $30.00 per childRegistration and payment must be sent to the Recreation Office and NOT the school. Thank you.

Site Fairview Elementary School Gymnasium & outdoors if weather permits

Day Monday thru ThursdayTime 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Ages CUBS (Grades K-2) Dates Session 1 - September 10 thru 13

Session 2 - October 15 thru 18Session 3 - November 12 thru 15

ORAges TIGERS (Grades 3 & 4) Dates Session 4 - September 17 thru 20

Session 5 - October 22 thru 25

Coach Aaron Garrity, FES Teacher

NEW!

An after school intramural sports program that enables your child to be activewhile having fun with their peers. A focus will be to teach the correct fundamentalsand skills in a variety of different sports and activities. The skill work, sports, andactivities are geared toward being age appropriate. Learning skills such as listening,confidence, cooperation, following directions and team work will also be focusedon throughout each session. All sessions are different… they include activities andgames to keep the children active and having fun. A snack and drink will be provided right after school before all gym activities begin. A minimum of 8 students are needed to hold the program.


INTRAMURAL BOYS SOCCER FOR GRADES 5 & 6Fee $20.00 Site Fairview Middle School FieldsTime and Days 5 - 6:30 p.m. to follow High School practicesDate September 4 thru October 25Instructor Jim Hrinda

Skills & intramural games for boys in grades 5 & 6th.

LACROSSE CLINIC FOR BOYS & GIRLSFee $30.00 (must supply own stick)Site Pleasant Ridge Park FieldDay Monday & ThursdayTime 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.Date September 17 thru October 18Ages Boys & Girls in grades 4 thru 8Instructor Pat Timon and Bruce Gebhardt

This clinic is instructional and is designed to introduce studentsto the game of lacrosse. It is also intended to allow studentswho have played to further develop their skills and abilities.Please contact Pat at [email protected] for questions.

LACROSSE FOR HIGH SCHOOL BOYS & GIRLSFee FreeSite Turf FieldDay SundayTime 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.Date September 9 thru October 28Ages Boys & Girls in 9 thru 12Instructor Coach Inks & Coach Fresch

An introduction for new players as well as further develop current skills for existing players. Will drill and play pick-upgames. Please contact Pat at [email protected] for questions. Reminder, though the sessions are free, completedFairview Rec waiver forms are still required to participate.

BOYS 5 & 6 GRADE BASKETBALL TRAVELING TEAMSFee $80.00 + uniform cost for first year playersSite Fairview Middle School GymnasiumTime 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.Dates November 3 thru February 29Coach Bill Corbin

Practices and game schedules TBA. Registration/waiver formsare absolutely necessary to participate starting with open gymdates, tryouts & the regular season.

* Boys Mini League Basketball information to be in the November mailer *

KIDS FUN NIGHT OUTFee $15.00 per person/$10.00 for each additional

family memberSite Fairview Elementary School GymnasiumDay FridayTime 7:00 - 10 p.m.Date September 21 thru November 30

(No class Sep. 28, Oct. 5 and Nov. 9 & 23)Ages Open for ages 5 and upInstructor Aaron Garrity, FES Teacher

Kids Fun Night is a fun-filled evening that allows your child to interact with their peers. There will be plenty of age appropriategames, contests, and activities to keep the interest of all involved. Parents enjoy a Friday night kid free! Pizza and drinkswill be served. You may pay when you attend.

TUMBLING PROGRAM UNDERGOING CHANGESPlease visit www.fairviewtownship.com for updates on possible class offerings.

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ACTIVITIES for CHILDREN and ADULTS

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OPEN RECREATIONALSWIMPasses may ONLY be purchased at the pool.Evening open swims will take place immediately after summer swim meets.

Family Pass $75.00Individual Pass $30.0055/Plus Pass $27.00Per person $3.00Time 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.Day TuesdayDate September 6 thru

November 29 (No swimming Nov. 22)

Bathing caps required for shoulder length hair, no cutoffs or t-shirts allowed.Pool users must be 10 years of age and able to swim one length of the pool unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Walk-ins encouraged; you must sign in every day; payment due at every class & exact change is appreciated! Please be respectful of schoolproperty and do not throw and/or leaveitems in/around the pool.

YOUTH & ADULT SOCCERFee $3.00 per nightSite Fairview Middle School

GymnasiumDay TuesdayTime 8:30 - 10:00 p.m.Date September 4 thru November 27

(No soccer Sep. 25, Oct. 9 & 16)Ages 16 and overPlay pick up games and get some exercisewith competitive fun. Signed waivers are amust. Walk-ins encouraged. Please wearshin guards for safety.

HOOPNOTICA (Level 1)Fee $40.00 per SessionSite Fairview Middle School CafeteriaDay Tuesday & ThursdayTime 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.Date Session 1 - September 4 thru 25

Session 2 - October 2 thru 25Session 3 - October 30 thru

November 29(No class Nov. 8 and 22)

Ages 13 and upInstructor Casandra Bardsley,

Certified Hoopnotica Level 1 Instructor

What was made popular by Wham-O (remember the Hula Hoop?) has transitioned into a non-impact, fat-burningworkout that strengthens your core andcalms your mind. The stress of the day begins to melt away as you lose the abilityto focus on anything other than keeping thehoop up! In doing so, you are strengtheningyour core and burning up to 600 caloriesper hour. The class requires an “Adult Size”hoop. If you have your own hoop, bring it! If not, hoops will be available for rent at $2 per class or purchase for $35(cash/check only). Recommended clothing:cotton workout pants/tops are suggested(hoop does not “cling” well to syntheticfibers). Bring your own water.

ZUMBAFee $40.00 per SessionSite Fairview Middle School CafeteriaDay Monday & WednesdayTime 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.Date Session 1 - September 5 thru 26


November 21AND/ORFee $40.00 per SessionSite Fairview Middle School CafeteriaDay Tuesday and ThursdayTime 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.Date Session 2 - September 4 thru 25


November 29(No class Nov. 8 and 22)

Ages 13 & upInstructor Lisa Sayers, Certified Zumba Instructor

Zumba fuses hypnotic musical rhythmsand tantalizing moves to create a dynamicworkout system designed to be FUN andEASY TO DO! The routines feature intervaltraining sessions where fast and slowrhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your bodywhile burning fat. Zumba is designed for all fitness levels and ages-male and female.All participants are encouraged to wearcomfortable workout shoes and clothing.Bring a small towel and water.


BASKET MAKINGFee $40.00 +

$15.00 material feeSite Fairview Presbyterian Church

Adult LoungeDay ThursdayTime 1:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Date September 6 thru October 25Ages 16 and upInstructor Charles ElliottStart with a small Berry Basket to practice some basic basket-making skills.We will then move to a wonderfulWilliamsburg-style handled basket. The final project will involve weaving a Cherokee Gathering Basket. Maximum 10 people.

CHAIR CANING & SEAT WEAVINGFee $40.00 + $15.00 material feeSite Fairview Presbyterian Church

Adult LoungeDay ThursdayTime 10:00 a.m. - 12 noonDate September 6 thru October 25Ages 16 and upInstructor Charles ElliottThis course will advance your skills in seat weaving, and chair caning. We canhelp you select a pattern for your chairseat, solve furniture restoration problems,and add special touches to your seat weaving projects. Bring your project andwork under the guidance of fellow weaversand the teacher. Maximum 10 people.

BEGINNER KNIT & CROCHETFee $40.00 Site Fairview Presbyterian Church

Adult LoungeDay ThursdayTime 10:00 a.m. - 12 noonDate September 6 thru October 25Ages 9 and up. Call for details.Instructor Florence ElliottLearn the basic stitches for both knit andcrochet… 4 weeks of each. Bring a size G,H, or I crochet hook, size 8 or 10 knittingneedle and some practice yarn, any type. Material list can be found atwww.fairviewtownship.com under Program Schedule. Maximum 20 people.

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED KNIT & CROCHETFee $40.00 Site Fairview Presbyterian Church

Adult LoungeDay ThursdayTime 1:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Date September 6 thru October 25

Ages 9 and up. Call for details.Instructor Florence ElliottDesigned for those already proficient with basic stitches in both/either knit orcrochet. Mini projects and swatches will be created using varied stitches and techniques. Students will have to have acrochet hook, size G, H, or I, and knittingneedles, size 8 or 10 and some practiceyarn, any type. Maximum 20 people.

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INDOOR WALKING Fee $5.00 per pass for entire sessionOR $1.00 per person per nightSite Fairview Middle School HallwaysDays Monday thru ThursdayTime 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Date September 4 thru November 29

(No walking Sep. 27, Nov. 8 & 22-26)

Join our walking club in the hallways ofthe Fairview Middle School. Walk for either time or distance. Must sign innightly and passes must be purchased on site.

MEN’S OPEN BASKETBALLFee $3.00 per nightSite Fairview Middle School

GymnasiumDay WednesdayTime 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.Date August 29 thru October 31ANDTime 8:30 - 10:00 p.m.Date November 7 thru 28

(No basketball Nov. 21)Ages 30 and over

Play pick up games and get some exercise with competitive fun. Signedwaivers are a must. Walk-ins encouraged.

TAI CHI on the LAKEFee $40.00 per SessionSite Avonia Beach ParkDay ThursdayTime 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.Date September 6 thru 27Instructor Amy Eisenberg

Class will be held inside the Brugger house if bad weather permits.Enjoy learning the Yang Long Form of Tai Chi: a series of slow, graceful move-ments developed in China to promote relaxation, increase flexibility, improvebalance and enhance overall good health.Beginners are encouraged to attend. Minimum of five students needed to hold the class.

TAI CHI Fee $40.00 Session 1

$30.00 Session 2Site Fairview Middle School

Multi-Purpose RoomTime 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.Day ThursdayDate Session 1-October 4 thru 25

Session 2-November 1 thru 29 (No class Nov. 8 and 22)

Instructor Amy Eisenberg

Enjoy learning the Yang Long Form of Tai Chi: a series of slow, graceful movements developed in China to promote relaxation, increase flexibility,improve balance and enhance overallgood health. Beginners are encouraged to attend. Minimum of five studentsneeded to hold the class.

YOGA at the BEACHFee $40.00 per SessionSite Avonia Beach ParkDay TuesdayTime 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.Date September 4 thru 25Instructor: Cathleen Norris, RYT, CYT

Experience the peaceful space at AvoniaBeach Park where you can enjoy thesights and sounds of the water and sundown while releasing stress and stiffness in your body from a busy dayand week. Not to worry if you are “flexibly challenged”, we will performyoga poses that are for those of any fitness level that will rejuvenate your body and mind. Dress comfortably and be prepared to release your stressand tension while connecting with nature. All levels of yoga welcome. Please bring your own yoga mat andwater. A minimum of four students areneeded to hold the class. Class will beheld inside the Brugger house if badweather permits.

YOGA for MIND, BODY & SOULFee $30.00 per SessionSite Fairview Middle School

LGI RoomDay MondayTime 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.Date Session 1- October 1 thru 15

Session 2- October 22 thru November 5

Instructor Cathleen Norris, RYT, CYT

Yoga, the union of mind, body, and breath will be the focus of these classes,practicing stretching, asanas, and breathing, promoting flexibility, balance,stress relief and relaxation, to improve or maintain overall health and wellness.Class is multilevel, designed for beginnersas well as more advanced students.Please wear comfortable clothing andbring your own yoga mat. Minimum offive students needed to hold the class.

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BACK TO SCHOOL BLASTFREE CONCERT IN THE PARKSaturday, August 25, 2012

Bands Erie Heights Brass Ensemble, M-4 and one other band willplay at this free, end of summer concert at Pleasant Ridge Park. The concert will be held from 4 -9 p.m. on the lawn. Bring your ownlawn chairs, blankets, yard games, drinks (non-alcoholic only), andany food you want. Some food will be available for purchase. Thisfamily friendly event also allows your four footed family members (must be on a leash). This event will be held rain or shine.Questions? Call the Fairview Parks & Recreation Authority office at814-474-5077 or visit www.fairviewtownship.com.

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Race time: 7:45 p.m. on a candle-lit course.Pig roast and social gathering to follow race.For more information contact Jim Cardman at (814)392-6224, the FPRA office at (814) 474-5077 orvisit our website atwww.fairviewtownship.com.

UPCOMING EVENT!SHANNON TEETER’S MEMORIAL NIGHT LIGHT5K RUN/WALK Saturday, September 8, 2012

The Fairview Parks and Recreation Authority (FPRA) will hosttheir annual Pumpkin Launch at Pleasant Ridge Park on Sunday,October 21st, 2012 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. This is a free publicevent for kids and adults. Pumpkins may be purchased and usedto carve your favorite jack-o-lantern face or launched on our bungee pull. Land a pumpkin in one of the bins and win prizes!Concessions as well as fun activities and games will be available.This event is held rain or shine and no reservations are necessary.Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume and join us for a fun filled afternoon! Visit our website www.fairviewtownship.com for directions toPleasant Ridge Park or call the FPRA office at 814-474-5077 for further details.

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In applying for registration in the program and facility, the following agreements must be endorsed: (1) I agree on behalf of myself and in behalf of my minor children to release and discharge the Fairview School District, Fairview Township, Fairview Parks and Recreation Authority, its officers, representatives, and employees from any and all liability and claimsarising out of or in any way connected with any program being operated by the Fairview Parks and Recreation Authority. The applicant hereby assumes all risks of injuries or damages to the person on behalf of myself and any minors to which I am a parent or guardian which might occur as a result of participation in the program of the Fairview Parks and Recreation Authority.

(2) I agree to abide by the regulations for operation of the facilityused for the program, and regulations for the registered individualactivity.

(3) I further hereby agree to indemnify and save harmless theFairview School District, Fairview Parks and Recreation Authority,Fairview Township, its officers, representatives and employees, from any and all liability that may occur to myself or members of myimmediate family in any Fairview Parks and Recreation Authorityprogram. This indemnification is to include and is not necessarily

limited to any and all cost of litigation, medical expenses, judgment, or subrogation interests.

(4) I acknowledge that passes and registrations may not be loanedor transferred; the permit and privileges associated with it are nottransferable and will be lifted, if presented by any other person thanthe one to whom issued. We will consider your application for registration as acceptance of the above items. THE SIGNATURE OF PARENT, GUARDIAN OR ADULT PARTICIPANT INDICATESACCEPTANCE OF THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITYAND INDEMNIFICATION.The waiver and release of liability must be signed before participation by adult participants or by a parent or guardian on behalf of minors. The Fairview Parks and Recreation Authority,Fairview Township and its Supervisors and the Fairview School District assume no liability for injuries that may be suffered as a result of participation in these activities as well as and includingtransportation to and from any class or program.

If you have read, signed and agree to the waiver and release of liability, fill out the registration form to include all necessary information (name, address, telephone number, class, etc.).

REGISTRATION AND WAIVER FORM - FILL OUT COMPLETELY

PARTICIPANT NAME AGE ACTIVITY SESSION LEVEL TIME FEE

T-SHIRT SIZE S__ M__ L__ XLG__ Youth or Adult CHECK # TOTAL

GUARDIAN HOME PHONE E-MAIL

ADDRESS WORK HOME

CITY, STATE, ZIP CELL PHONE

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SIGNATURE DATE

READ AND SIGN THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY INDEMNIFICATION

MAKE YOUR CHECK OR MONEY ORDER PAYABLE TO: THE FAIRVIEW PARKS AND RECREATION AUTHORITY and mail to 7471 McCray Rd, Fairview, PA 16415

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Erie Bluffs

Girard Township is home to ErieBluffs State Park, owned and operated by the PennsylvaniaDCNR. It is 587 acres along theLake Erie shoreline, 255 acres being in Girard Township. It is thelargest undeveloped stretch of Lake Erie shoreline remaining inPennsylvania. Erie Bluffs has onemile of shoreline with 90 foot bluffsoverlooking Lake Erie.

Elk Creek runs through it which is known for it’s excellentsteelhead fishing. The Park is mostly in its natural state, with the only developed

area being Elk Creek Access. In that portion of the Park you willfind several picnic tables and a small pavilion to enjoy your picniclunch. You are able to launch small boats, canoes, kayaks, etc. atthe boat launch. This gives you access to Lake Erie. The Elk CreekAccess area of the Erie Bluffs State Park is open to Anglers 24hours a day.

Erie Bluffs is open to hunting and trapping as well. You will find deer, turkey and small game. There is a trail system that winds through the park for those

that enjoy hiking, bird watching and just enjoying nature at itsbest. Many bald eagles have populated this area and many people hike the Park just to catch a glimpse of these majesticbirds. You can reach Erie Bluffs State Park by driving west on Rt 5, about 12 miles west from Erie. It is approximately 1 milewest of the intersection of Rt 18 and Rt 5.

Miller’s LandingMiller’s Landing is Girard Township’s newest park, located on Elk ParkRoad at the foot of Whiteman’s Hill. This small 8 acre park is located alongthe banks of Elk Creek. It’s the perfect place for anglers to gain access to the Creek, known for its excellent steelhead fishing. Girard Townshippurchased this parcel to provide a safe parking area for anglers and visitors.The Elk Valley Sportsmen’s Club coordinated efforts to build a small pavilion at Miller’s Landing, providing a quiet place to have your picniclunch or dinner. There are two charcoal grills and a fire pit for your use.

The Erie County Department of Public Safety will be conducting Quarterly Municipal Storm Siren Testing.

The recently updated Erie County Storm Siren Policy states:Municipal storm sirens shall be tested quarterly in January, April, July and October, on the 15th day,and at the following times:

Please note that these are only TESTS to ensure that in the instances of dangerous weather conditions, the warning sirens are working properly to alert you and your neighbors.

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Girard Township

Girard Township has adopted a new ordinance regarding the Local Services Tax, effective January 1, 2013. In past years, this tax has been called the Occupational Privilege Tax and the Emergency Services Tax. In 2007 it had an additional name change to what is now known as the Local Services Tax or LST. This tax is not new to anyone. As of January 1, 2013 however, Girard Township will begin to collect their portion of thetax that is allowable by law. The current rate of this tax is $10 and only those working within the Township will be required to pay.

The LST can be assessed at a rate as great as $52. The use of the funds collected can only be used to offset theever growing expenses of emergency services and road construction and/or maintenance, or to reduce prop-erty taxes or property tax relief through the implementation of a homestead and farmstead exclusion. This taxhas been in place for many years and the Township has not imposed it, allowing the full amount of $10 to becollected by the school district. The difference now is that only $5 of the assessment will be allocated to theSchool District (their new maximum allocation) and the remaining $5 will be allocated to the Township.


Save the DateCommunity Recycling/Clean-Up Day

Date: 9/22/2012 Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.As in the years past, we would again like to provide you the opportunity to

dispose of various items that might not be easy to find a place for. This program is open to all of the residents of Cranesville, Girard and Platea Boroughs as

well as Elk Creek, Franklin, Springfield and Girard Townships.

Most items accepted FREE of charge!!! Small fees may apply for some items to offset costs.

More information will be coming soon. Call your respective municipality for more details.

Attention Township residents wishing to pay your sewer and tax bills either online or over the phone…

Simply go to: www.girardtownship.comLook to the left of this screen. Find the “Sewer and Tax Bill Pay” at the bottom of the list.

Click on the appropriate link and follow the directions. Fees may apply.

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PAVING & ROAD WORK

Another Detour - Areyou kidding?!

PennDOT and Fairview Township have been wellinformed that the multiple detours this summer havebeen an inconvenience. Thank you for the calls ofconcern and we hope that they were all addressed.Major travel routes make for difficult detours. It is especially hard when a project occurs that takesmonths to complete. The improvements to thebridges and roadways are a necessity. A number ofmajor construction projects are yet to follow in thecoming years. We ask for your continued consideration and patience.

This has been a hot, dry summer and the coolness of fall will be welcomed. The kids will be headed back toschool so pay attention out on the roads. If there are any problems with the Township roadways or stormwater drainage that you feel were not resolved this summer please contact us.

With the fall foliage soon changing color and dropping to the ground we want to remind you of leaf pick-up days and our recycling site on Millfair Rd. Burning of leaves is not allowed and can be unsafe withhow dry our summer has been. Keeping the storm basin grates clear of leaves is very helpful in preventingthe streets from flooding with the rain storms we have in the fall.

It does concern us, with a low snow fall last year and a dry summer this year, that there will be an impacton our area water wells. The Township and Water Authority are working together to plan for ways to assistthose in a crisis situation.

Fall is Coming

A New EmployeeThis is a good news/bad news deal. We welcome Justin Goodman to our road crew as a new employeebut also have to say goodbye to Brian Madara. Brian was offered a job with a plumbing company that hecouldn’t turn down. We will miss Brian and wish him and his family the best! Justin is a familiar facefrom Fairview, as he has grown up here. Justin still lives in Fairview and was an employee at FairviewHardware. Fairview Township Supervisors are thankful to have Justin join our work force.

Planning/Zoning Office The 2012 Comprehensive Plan has been adopted. Our Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance has been reviewed and there are amendments needed that we are working on passing.Once that is done we will start finalizing our Zoning Ordinance changes. Animals and where theyshould and shouldn’t be allowed is one area of change. The mixing of light industry and commercialbusiness in certain areas is being proposed. Most importantly, there are properties that a zoning change is being suggested and we want to be very careful with our procedure in doing this. Thank youfor all of the helpful ideas and comments throughout this process.

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With 163 victories, four undefeated seasons and a dozenErie County League titles in a career that spanned 21 years,former Fairview High School football coach Bestwick wasan obvious candidate. The 74-year-old’s legacy as a coachand educator who touched hundreds of students’ lives isnow forever preserved in the Fairview stadium banner thatbears his name.

“It really is a tremendous honor,” Bestwick said. “I wasjust in the right place at the right time. I was blessed withtalented players and a dedicated coaching staff. They did allthe work and I get all the credit.”

The football program will honor the winningest coach inits storied history prior to kickoff of the inaugural gameagainst Youngsville High School Friday, Aug. 31, on KeckField at Jack Bestwick Stadium. The turf gridiron will retainthe name of the swampy grass field it replaced in remem-brance of Dr. David Keck, the team’s late physician.

The Fairview Athletic Boosters Club raised $500,000 tosupplement the $1 million in funding used to build the sta-dium and A-Turf Titan synthetic grass field. The turf is thesame used by the Buffalo Bills at Ralph Wilson Stadiumand a steep upgrade from its marshy grass predecessor.

For Bestwick, the new field is long overdue; but it’s notwithout a hint of sentimental rue that he bids farewell tothe old “swamp.” The retired mathematics teacher revisits21 seasons’ worth of memories on the battleground dailyand, despite the exorbitant success between the chalked

When the Fairview School Board approved the construction of a$1.5 million athletic complex in May, it would be difficult toimagine the new facility would be dedicated to anyone other thanlegendary football coach Jack Bestwick.


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lines of the gridiron, he most fondly reminisces on a muddy 49-20 sea-son-opener defeat against Iroquois High School in his 1972 Fairviewdebut.

“It was raining all day and the mud was so bad you couldn’t tell theteams’ uniforms apart,” he said. “The loss could have been even worsebut the kids played their heart out. They never gave up at any point thatseason and we went 5-4 that year. It was the first winning seasonFairview had in quite some time.”

Bestwick’s adult son and daughter will return to Fairview from Char-lotte, N.C., and Williamsburg, Va., respectively to join dozens of thecoach’s former players in witnessing the dedicatory ceremony Aug. 31.The inaugural game marks the 20th anniversary of Bestwick’s retirementfollowing a 1992 season where he lead the Tigers to a D10 title and thePennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association semifinal round.

The retired coach and educator is unaware of what the ceremony willentail but anticipates it will be an emotional affair, surrounded by friendsand family.

“It’s going to be very moving,” he said. “Just to be mentioned in thesame breath as Dr. Keck is an honor in and of itself but to see my formerplayers and family gathering around for this is going to be somethingthat’s very, very special in my life.”

Bestwick joins a long list of acquainted coaches who have had stadi-ums or fields named in their honor. The Westminster College footballstadium is named after Dr. Harold Burry whom Bestwick played underduring his time as a Titan football player at the Wilmington college. Shaler Area High School, Bestwick’s high school alma mater, namedtheir football field after a head coach that Bestwick assisted on the staff

from 1961 to 1964. During that time, he doubled on the high school’sbaseball staff, the manger of which had the diamond named in his honor.

Prior to his time at Fairview, Bestwick spent seven years as an assistantfootball coach at Kittanning High School in Armstrong County. Theirfootball stadium now bears the same name as the head coach during thattime.

The legendary Fairview coach joins the ranks of such men because ofthe experience he gained under each of them, he said.

“I learned from the best,” Bestwick said. “I was able to draw on thingsthat I saw worked from each of them and I also saw things that didn’twork and that I stayed away from. It’s been a huge reason why we wereable to find some success throughout those years.”

The football man defines success not only by the amount of tallies inthe win column, but by the life lessons he was able to render on his play-ers. He took half an hour before each after-school practice to speak withhis players about non-football related issues.

Several of his players still call the retired coach to tell him how they’veused the advice that he’s given them to better their lives or turn around anegative situation. The positive feedback is the ultimate benefaction forBestwick who said he was inspired in one way or another by every playerhe’s ever coached.

“I just couldn’t say enough about what these kids have done for me,”he said. “Every day I was motivated by witnessing their dedication to thegame and their toughness. I know it’s a cliché but I learned more fromthem than they could have ever learned from me. That’s what’s had themost long-standing impact on my blessed life.”

I can vividly remember the first rock ‘n rollconcert I ever attended as an adolescent. My mom and my aunt took mycousins and me to see Seals and Crofts. I can recallour seats, and the excitement I felt to be there, but above all I can recall the concert hall. It was the Erie County Fieldhouse - which for anyone who grew up in this area inthe seventies and early eighties was the place they too willmost likely remember seeing their first concert. And if nottheir first concert, they will certainly recall seeing the ErieBlades Hockey Team tear it up on the ice.

While we locals may have taken for granted some of thegreat entertainment that was accessible to us there, ayounger generation and those not originally from Erie might look at what now appears to be just a very averagelooking warehouse at the Parade Street exit off I-90, andscratch their heads a bit. Really? Bands by the likes of Peter Frampton, Bob Seger, Foreigner, Alice Cooper, Journey, and Van Halen played at this rather small and non-descript building? You bet!

In fact, that surprising little bit of Erie trivia was exactlywhat prompted Dan Schell to write the book Nine Years of Rock which chronicles the great rock concerts that were a part of the Erie County Fieldhouse’s history from1974 to 1983.

“It always surprised me that so many famous classic

rockbands camethrough Erie in theirheydays via the Fieldhouse,”says Schell who explains that hewas telling a very skeptical twenty-some-thing year old co-worker about the bands that hadplayed there. “This guy had never heard of the Fieldhousebecause it was closed before he was born, so he thought Iwas pulling his leg.”

In his quest to prove what kind of rock and roll scene had existed here in Erie, Schell started with a quick Internet search, which took him to a far more involvedsearch of the newspaper microfilm archives at the library.As he came across concert promotional posters, photosand newspaper coverage of bands like KISS and AC/DC, his interest grew. Schell formed a Facebook fan group offolks who had actual concert stubs as souvenirs of the live rock shows they’d seen. The more memorabilia he accumulated, the more it became apparent to Schell that it would make for a very cool book.

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One of the things that I found striking in the book was to seephotos of the concert tickets for some of the greatest bands ofthe day for a general admission of only $5.50 or $7.25. Anyonewho’s attended a concert in recent years can attest to the factthat $5.50 would hardly buy you a drink at the concession stand,let alone your admission!

But according to Schell, the Fieldhouse wasn’t all that differentfrom many of the concert venues for that time period, or multi-purpose “sheds” as they were commonly called. “It was a no-frills arena with poor acoustics and plastic seats,” says Schell.

He adds that the concert experience was different back then.“Festival seating was the norm,” Shell says. “Fans would oftenbring blankets and run in to get a good spot on the floor of the facility. It was a less structured experience than we have today,with fans having the option to change their seat at any time during the show by just finding an open spot, whether it be nextto a speaker or high in the top row.”

For Schell, some of the shows that probably were most significant to the Field House’s impressive list of shows werethose of KISS, Barry Manilow, AC/DC (the first U.S. appearanceof Brian Johnson as lead singer), Bay City Rollers, Black Sabbathwith Van Halen opening, Peter Frampton, and Johnny Cash.

Though the book proved to be a three-year labor of love forSchell, it did have its challenges, one of the greatest of whichwas finding the time to do the research. And it was sometimesdifficult to validate a show that someone would mention on theFacebook group. “Memories get clouded after so many years,and sometimes their recollections were questionable,” saidSchell. “The newspaper microfilm helped the most, but I had todo plenty of interviews to confirm details.”

The time Schell put in to the book was worth it and in theprocess, he learned a lot. “I really enjoyed finding out the detailsand timeline of how the facility came to be built,” he says.

“There was a lot of politics involved for years, but then whenthe decision was finally made to build it, everything happenedwithin a matter of about 6-7 months.” But, Schell adds that his favorite part of the project was hearing the personal anecdotes of the promoters, fans, and employees.

Nine Years of Rock seems to have struck a chord for manyErieites. Within its first month of being released it already soldover 200 copies, a pleasant surprise for Schell. It is available atthe Erie Book Store, Romolo’s, World of Music, Werner Books,the Bicentennial Tower, the Bayfront Bookshelf, and the ErieCounty Historical Society.

So now that Schell clearly proved his point about the Fieldhouse to his younger, non-believing coworker, what’s next for him? “A lot of people have been suggesting other Erie-entertainment-history types of subjects for me to write about,”he says. “However, right now I have no plans... but you neverknow what might come up in conversation.”


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Should You Take a Pension Buyout? Have you recently received a pension buyout offer? If so, you need to decide if you shouldtake the buyout, which could provide you with a potentially large lump sum, or continueaccepting your regular pension payments for the rest of your life. It’s a big decision.

Clearly, there’s no “one size fits all” answer —your choice needs to be based on your individual circumstances. So, as you weighyour options, you’ll need to consider a variety of key issues, including the following:• Estate considerations. Your pension payments generally end when you and/or your spouse dies, which means your children will get none of the money.But if you were to roll the lump sum into an IndividualRetirement Account (IRA), and you don’t exhaust it inyour lifetime, you could still have something to leave to your family members.

• Taxes. If you take the lump sum and roll the funds intoyour IRA, you control how much you’ll be taxed andwhen, based on the amounts you choose to withdrawand the date you begin taking withdrawals. (Keep inmind, though, that you must start taking a designatedminimum amount of withdrawals from a traditional IRAwhen you reach age 70½. Withdrawals taken before age59½ are subject to taxes and penalties.) But if you take apension, you may have less control over your incometaxes, which will be based on your monthly payments.

• Inflation.You could easily spend two or three decadesin retirement — and during that time, inflation can reallyadd up. To cite just one example, the average cost of anew car was $7,983 in 1982; 30 years later, that figure is $30,748, according to TrueCar.com. If your pensionchecks aren’t indexed for inflation, they will lose purchasing power over time. If you rolled over your lumpsum into an IRA, however, you could put the money into investments offering growth potential, keeping inmind, of course, that there are no guarantees.

• Cash flow. If you’re already receiving a monthly pension, and you’re spending every dollar you receivejust to meet your living expenses, you may be better off by keeping your pension payments intact. If you took the lump sum and converted it into an IRA, you canwithdraw whatever amount you want (as long as youmeet the required minimum distributions), but you’llhave to avoid withdrawing so much that you’ll eventuallyrun out of money.

• Confidence in future pension payments. Fromtime to time, companies are forced to reduce their pension obligations due to unforeseen circumstances.You may want to take this into account as you decidewhether to continue taking your monthly pension payments, but it’s an issue over which you have no control. On the other hand, once your lump sum is in an IRA, you have control over both the quality and diversification of your investment dollars. However, the trade-off is that investing is subject to various risks,including loss of principal.

Before selecting either the lump sum or the monthlypension payments, weigh all the factors carefully tomake sure your decision fits into your overall financialstrategy. With a choice of this importance, you will probably want to consult with your financial and tax advisors. Ultimately, you may find that this type of offerpresents you with a great opportunity — so take the time to consider your options.

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The Fall is not just a time of changing leaves and cooler temperatures, it’s a time when the dormant diesel engines of the school buses fire up, SAT applications and college inquiry letters are sent, and students return to college campuses across the nation.

In the United States, education is a $900 billion a year business, and that investment, either by the federal and state government, parents and students themselves via student loans, is a testament as to how important learning is to making a name for yourself in the world.

Fortunately, for individuals and the economy as a whole, everyone is different and educational opportunities abound for people no matter what their interests or aptitudes.

College: College remains one of the most traditional avenues for graduated high school students to pursue. Colleges can be public or private and offer two-year or four-year degrees. While post-secondary education is not a requirement for securing work, those who obtain a college degree can expect estimated lifetime earnings of $2.1 million, according to the US Census Bureau. A master’s degree boosts that to $2.5 million, a professional degree averages $4.4 million, and a doctoral degree $3.4 million. High

school graduates are estimated to earn just $1.2 million over the course of their lifetime, according to the same report.

Trade Schools and Vocational Careers: While vocational training can start in high school, thanks to regional vocational/technical centers that serve school districts, post-high school programs can take graduates from apprentices to masters of their field. What’s more, vocational programs aren’t like they used to be in the latter half of the 20th Century. Today’s vocational schools still cover trades such as carpentry, plumbing and stonemasonry, but they also excel in specialty fields such as computer networking, HVAC, and robotics.

Online Learning: Online learning is a relatively new form of degree program using the power of the Internet to bring students and schools together. Also known as E-learning or distance education, online programs have brought some big names into the fold as Harvard and

MIT recently joined forces, offering a variety of free, online courses. Online education typically costs less than bricks and mortar schools.

Financing Education: No matter where you end up after high school, chances are you’re going to need

to take out a few loans to make your goals attainable. Student loans come in a variety of forms ranging from federal to private. Scholarships often are attainable for eligible students, and are nice to

have, but realistic students shouldn’t expect to garner enough scholarship money to cover their

entire academic career. Programs such as the Federal Stafford Loan can offset up to $23,000 of tuition,

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which can be increased to $46,000 if parents do not qualify for the Parent PLUS program. The downside to student loans is that you will be graduating with substantial debt to pay down. The upside, however, is that student loan interest rates are generally low, tax deductible and the loans themselves can be deferred until you are in a position to make payments on them, such as the time necessary for you to find a job.

Benefits of tutoring services: One of the keys to acquiring scholarships is good grades. While that’s totally on the student to achieve, there are many services available that can help that student put in the extra effort to make the grade. From SAT preparation centers to study centers that cover a broader range of curricula, these investments are well worth the cost if the result is several thousand dollars coming off your tuition bill because you got a 4.0 versus a 3.8 GPA.

Private Schools: Private schools are a popular option for parents when it comes to picking an education for their child. A study found that students who attend private school tend to score higher on standardized tests, and sends more graduates to college than public schools, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. Private schools also tend to have a lower number of students, leading to a more effective student-teacher relationship. If a student tends to seek more attention or one-on-one help from teachers, private schools might weigh in more benefits. Private schools also create their own funding, including tuition, grants, and fundraising. According to the National Association of Independent Schools, the average cost of private school tuition tends to be around $17,441.

Benefits of Preschools: When it comes to early cognitive development, researchers have found that that children who attend preschool tend to show higher intelligence quotients than those who do not, according to Early Childhood Research and Practice (ECRP). Although sending your child to preschool can help them academically, it also improves their early social skills. Preschool is the time when children become aware of sharing and learning how to interact with one another. The classroom gives the young students a friendly, safe environment that allows them to grow and prepare for the later education in kindergarten and Grade School. Children who attend preschool are usually between 3-5 years old.

No matter what your path in life may be, being prepared academically for that path is the key to future success.

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Founded in 1884, Erie Business Center remains the area’s longest-established career training institution. What quicklybecame one of the northeast’s foremostbusiness training institutions now offers diverse programs of study and has become a distinguished center forpost-secondary education for rewardingcareers in business, computer, healthcare, hospitality and legal. EBC offers a range of diploma and associate degrees that can be earned in fewer than two years.

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1. Read the divorce agreement carefully. “Life insurance policies are often used to secure alimony and child supportpayments,” says Steven Weisbart, Ph.D., senior vice presidentand chief economist at the Insurance Information Institute.Before you sign any documents, make sure they meet yourneeds and that you’ll be able to comply with them. Divorceagreements are legally binding and can be difficult to alter.2. Discuss duration of coverage. The time frame for any obligatory life insurance coverage varies, often depending onthe length of alimony and the ages of the children. If you’repurchasing insurance to protect a child financially, look into affordable term life or decreasing term life plans with coverage that expires when the child support obligation ends.3. Decide who will pay the premiums. Having your ex-spousepay the insurance company may be convenient, but if you’reconcerned about the possibility of default, ask your ex to payyou and then pay the premium yourself. Or, have your ex addyou to the policy record so that you may receive duplicatecopies of billing and lapse notices. “The consequences of your ex not paying you are less than if he or she doesn’t paythe insurance company,” Weisbart says. “Failing to pay the insurance company could cost you the policy.”4. Re-designate beneficiaries. Depending on the divorce settlement, many couples will rename their beneficiaries from each other to their children. In some states, probate lawsautomatically disqualify a former spouse from receiving life insurance proceeds unless the insured re-designates their ex-spouse after the divorce. If the children are minors, consider appointing an adult custodian to receive and handlethe benefits on their behalf. Be sure to specify when themoney will be transferred to the children and the percentageeach child is to receive, Weisbart says. And keep in mind thatbeneficiaries cannot be re-designated after the insured’sdeath, so it’s critical to keep the policy up to date.5. Determine how much coverage you’ll need. Examine whatyour ex-spouse’s financial situation would be like if alimonyand/or child support payments ended. Talk with your StateFarm® agent and divorce attorney to arrive at a specificamount.The Insurance Information Institute offers more informationon reviewing insurance coverages during a separation or divorce.

Most people buy life insurance to help familymembers stay financially secure after the policyholder’s death. Yet, when a marriageends, the topic of life insurance is too oftenoverlooked. These five tips can help you andyour soon-to-be-ex discuss important changesto your policies before you sign the papers:

which can be increased to $46,000 if parents do not qualify for the Parent PLUS program. The downside to student loans is that you will be graduating with substantial debt to pay down. The upside, however, is that student loan interest rates are generally low, tax deductible and the loans themselves can be deferred until you are in a position to make payments on them, such as the time necessary for you to find a job.

Benefits of tutoring services: One of the keys to acquiring scholarships is good grades. While that’s totally on the student to achieve, there are many services available that can help that student put in the extra effort to make the grade. From SAT preparation centers to study centers that cover a broader range of curricula, these investments are well worth the cost if the result is several thousand dollars coming off your tuition bill because you got a 4.0 versus a 3.8 GPA.

Private Schools: Private schools are a popular option for parents when it comes to picking an education for their child. A study found that students who attend private school tend to score higher on standardized tests, and sends more graduates to college than public schools, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. Private schools also tend to have a lower number of students, leading to a more effective student-teacher relationship. If a student tends to seek more attention or one-on-one help from teachers, private schools might weigh in more benefits. Private schools also create their own funding, including tuition, grants, and fundraising. According to the National Association of Independent Schools, the average cost of private school tuition tends to be around $17,441.

Benefits of Preschools: When it comes to early cognitive development, researchers have found that that children who attend preschool tend to show higher intelligence quotients than those who do not, according to Early Childhood Research and Practice (ECRP). Although sending your child to preschool can help them academically, it also improves their early social skills. Preschool is the time when children become aware of sharing and learning how to interact with one another. The classroom gives the young students a friendly, safe environment that allows them to grow and prepare for the later education in kindergarten and Grade School. Children who attend preschool are usually between 3-5 years old.

No matter what your path in life may be, being prepared academically for that path is the key to future success.

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According to the 2011-2012 American Pet Products Association (APPA), in the National Pet Owners Survey, researchers found that there are about 72.9 million households in the United States that have at least one pet. That’s more than 60 percent of the U.S. population who are considered pet owners! This number has drastically increased within the last 20 years.

The survey’s results also show that the benefits of owning a pet include relieving stress, creating companionship, and just making a pleasant change in your daily life. Describing only a few of the many household pets in the U.S., it’s proven that those who have a close relationship with their animals tend to live a longer and healthier life. It especially helps those who might suffer from depression or illnesses.

–––––– FISH ––––––There are currently about 151.1 million freshwater fish

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peacefully glide through the water, they are known to have a calming effect on their owners. Fish are also an easier, less expensive alternative to a larger pet. Although the prices can vary, depending on the type of fish and aquarium, fish are generally an affordable investment. Owning fish requires little maintenance; however it is very important that

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–––––– CATS ––––––Cats are the second most popular pets owned in the United States. With 86.4 million house cats, they are an affordable way to add a loving animal member to your home. For the most part, cats are easy to maintain. Because they have a natural instinct to clean themselves, frequent bathing is not necessary. Although commitment and plenty of care is essential, house cats usually don’t require too much attention, making them great pets for those who are generally busy throughout the day. Prices also vary when it comes to choosing the right cat. Some breeds range from 500-1,000 dollars, plus other expenses like food, vaccines, operations and

other necessities. However, adoptions from shelters are becoming more and more popular. Cat adoption

varies from about 100-150 dollars, making the purchase much more affordable. In fact,

many cat lovers might agree that adoption is the best way to go.

–––––– DOGS ––––––Number three on the list of the most-owned house pets belongs to “man’s best friend,” a dog. There are about 78.2 million domestic dogs in the U.S. With their energetic personalities and great sense of companionship, dogs require the most attention. Depending on the breed, grooming and hygiene care must be taken with full responsibility. Along with grooming comes time and commitment to training and building a strong relationship. Training can be time consuming, but is well worth it when accomplished. As most of us already know, dogs are known to be quite active and playful. According to the previously mentioned survey, 40 percent of dog owners say that they are more motivated to exercise on a regular basis than those who do not own a dog. Like cats, dogs can get quite expensive as well, depending on the breed. Purchasing a pet-quality puppy can be anywhere from about 300 to over 1,500 dollars. However, adoption can go as low as 60-70 dollars. Additional costs also must be kept in mind.

When the topic of animal shelters and adoption comes about, certain points should be highly considered. With such a low percentage of rescued pets being returned to their original owners, about 5-7 million animals are kept in a shelter or rescue society.

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The kids are heading back to school, the leaves are goingto change, and before you know it the weather forecastwill be calling for snow. Whether you have plans to workaround the house, take part in your favorite activity, orplay quarterback in a backyard football game, there is no good time to have an injury. Everyone wants to stayhealthy and active, and by keeping in mind a few simpletips, you’ll safely and successfully do all the things youlove, all year long.

“Warming up is important to help prepare your musclesand joints for physical activity,” says Ryan Kobel, PT,DPT, ATC, a physical therapist with UPMC Centers forRehab Services. You can warm up with simple activitiessuch as a brisk walk or jogging in place.

In addition to a good warm up, the following tips willhelp you stay healthy this fall and winter:

• Stay hydrated — this is just as important when it is cold outside.

• Wear proper footwear to help avoid falls.• Take it easy when trying new activities — injuries

are often the result of doing too much, too fast.• Stretch — this is another way to get your body

ready for activities, and it may help reduce muscle soreness following new or strenuous activities.

Finally, don’t let chores like raking leaves or shovelingsnow land you inside all winter. “A majority of the people I treat are referred for low back pain, neck pain,shoulder, knee, and ankle sprains or strains,” says Kobel,who sees patients at the CRS-Peninsula Drive location inErie. “Many of these types of injuries can be avoidedwhen people keep in mind simple tips for stayinghealthy and injury free.”

Shoveling and raking: Eight tips to help you avoidinjury while getting the job done

1. Allow extra time to complete these tasks if you are not used to such heavy activity.

2. Choose a rake or shovel that is appropriate for your height to limit lower back strain.

3. Limit shoulder strain by alternating arms.

4. Try to avoid twisting at the back while throwing snow; instead move your feet to change directions.

5. Bend at your hips and knees, not at your back, so that your large leg muscles can help you pickup leaves or snow.

6. Take frequent breaks, change positions, and limit time in the same bent forward positionto promote neck and back health.

7. If you find yourself frequently in a bent position,you can stretch your low back in the opposite direction. Stand upright and place both palms directly on your back (fingertips should be pointing towards each other to the middle of the back). Spread feet to about shoulder width apart and bend backwards for 10 to 15 repetitions. It is important to go as far as is comfortable for you on each repetition.

8. If you feel any chest pain during strenuous activities, stop what you are doing and call 911.

For more tips to help you avoid injury, please visit UPMC.com/ErieCRS.

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