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Conway Towers activities committee members Rich Transport, Shileen Haswell, JoAnn Flook, Shaan Elsman, Fern Dobson, Barb Sallese, Fran Sachse, Lucy Cassidy, Anita Montini and Lois Sherrock. (Lori Boord is also a committee member but was not present for the photo).
Conway Towers wins prestigious AEA awards Conway Towers, a senior high-rise apartment in Conway, recently received four Apartment Excellence Awards by the Apartment Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh. The management and staff were invited to attend a presentation of the awards on June 27 at Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh.
“This was the first time that we entered our property for these awards, and the criteria is pretty extensive,” explains site manager Shileen Haswell, adding that 66 properties in the Pittsburgh region filled out applications for the awards. “It’s a prestigious award to have and what it basically tells
us is that we’re doing our job to make our residents happy here.” The properties are judged in various categories ranging from cleanliness and upkeep to resident contentment. “Our residents are very Continued on page 16
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If you are considering downsizing to a smaller home or apartment and want to explore your options, don’t miss the second annual Home Sweet Home housing event. See page 10 for details. Are you a veteran or know someone who is? Consider filling out RSVP’s veteran’s survey on page 15. Wishing everyone an enjoyable Labor Day.
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Beaver Valley Community Concert Association announces its 2014-15 season series The Beaver Valley Community Concert Association, now in its 43rd year, announces its lineup of shows for the 2014-2015 season. Four-concert season tickets can be purchased in advance for $40. At the door, tickets are priced at $20 for adults, $5 for students. To obtain season tickets, mail a check or money order to Membership Chair Peg Denhart, 604 Sixth Ave., Patterson Heights, Beaver Falls, PA 15010. All concerts are held at the Beaver Falls Middle School Auditorium and begin at 7:30 p.m. Kicking off the season is a Matt Davenport Production, Live From Nashville on Monday, September 15. This concert will feature songs that gave Music City its name, from rural roots to sold-out stadiums. Hank, Patsy and the latest from Nashville, with stellar stagecraft, country singers and dancers will all be backed by a bona fide band of Nashville sidemen. The second concert is slated for Wednesday, October 15 and will feature the dynamic voice and personality of Fernando Varela. Under the tutelage of master star-maker David Foster, Varela is on a fast track to the top. Easily striding Opera and Pop, he is the epitome of the modern tenor- popular and classical appeal and a headline grabber.
Rounding out the season series on Thursday April 30, is the group Let’s Hang On!, eight seasoned entertainers who are preserving the music and style of the iconic Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. They respectfully pay tribute to all the classic Seasons details while also paying tribute to the Broadway show The Jersey Boys. Their tight harmonies and crisp chorography capture the essence of the Four Seasons rise to fame. BCSN For more information, visit www.bvcommunityconcert.org.
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Simply Sinatra, featuring Steve Lippia will wow the audience on Monday, March 23. Steve Lippia is the quintessential remembrance of “Old Blue Eyes.” More than just a “soundalike”, his Las Vegas appearances and national tours have cemented his place as a champion of the Great American Songbook. His “knock ‘em out of their seats” vocals will be backed by a 10-piece big band.
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Entertainment and Events 2 Cruisin’ The Park Labor Day car cruise will take place from noon to 4 p.m. on September 1 at Hopewell Community Park, 2500 Laird Dr., Hopewell. Check out street and hot rods, customs, trucks, antiques and motorcycles. The first 100 participants will receive gift bags. Every car gets a dash plaque. Concessions will be available, and a DJ will provide cruising music. Free admission. Call (724) 462-6236 or www. hopewelltwp.com. 2 Fore Kids’ Sake Golf Classic will take place September 5 at The Club at Shadow Lakes, 2000 Beaver Lakes Blvd., Hopewell. There will be an 18hole shotgun start scramble, as well as putting contest, awards and lunch. Cost is $100 per person and includes a game of Par 3 Poker and a Hole in One prize. Participants must be 18 and older. Call (724) 843-4600, ext. 28 or visit www.bcbigs.org.
2 The 22nd annual Run for Humanity 5K Walk/Run will be held at 9 a.m. September 6 at Irvine Park Gazebo, Beaver. Join in by running or walking in the 5K or one-mile Family Fun Run. Register early, form a team, set a goal and help raise money to help families in Beaver County. Cost is $25 for the 5K; $5 for the Fun Run. Registration is at 8 a.m. Call (724) 846-1630 or visit www. habitat5k.org. 2 Come out to Merrick Art Gallery, 1100 Fifth Ave., New Brighton, for the Solo Art Exhibition by Doug Brown from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and from 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays, September 7 to 26. An opening reception will take place from 1 to 4 September 7. Call (724) 846-1130 or visit www.merrickartgallery.org. 2 The 14th annual Penn State Beaver Alumni Society Golf Outing takes place from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. September 8 at
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Steelers kickoff history trivia answers Trivia questions on page 19. 1. “Pirates,” who became “Steelers” in 1941.; 2. Byron “Whizzer” White; 3. Ernie Stautner; 4. Robert “Rocky” Bleier; 5. Joe Greene; 6. Terry Bradshaw; 7. John “Frenchy” Fuqua; 8. Franco Harris; 9. Myron Cope; 10. Joe Greene; 11. Jack Lambert; 12. Walter “Bubby” Brister; 13. Jerome “The Bus” Bettis; 14. Lynn Swann; 15. Mike Tomlin.
Join us at this program for caregivers presented by the Alzheimer’s Association at LIFE Beaver County, 131 Pleasant Drive, Aliquippa. Strategies for Healthy Cargiving Tuesday, October 14 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
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Entertainment and Events Rd., Beaver. Junk tycoon Harry Brock gets more than he bargained for when he tries to buy some respectability and sophistication for his brash girlfriend, Billie Dawn. Cost is $8 per person. Tickets are available at the Hostess Shoppe, Beaver or call (724) 494-1680 or visit www.bobcatplayers.com. 2 A 5K and Fun Walk will take place at 9:30 a.m. on September 13 at Townsend Park, New Brighton. There is fee to participate. Register early for discounted fee and pay online at www.nbarc.net or call (724) 846-1870. 2 Celebrate Aliquippa at the Aliquippa Art and Music Festival at 10 a.m. September 13 at Franklin Ave., Aliquippa. Sponsored by Franklin Center of Beaver County. Come enjoy music and dance performances, along with a parade, food and craft vendors, and an art gallery and competition. Call (724) 378-2882 or visit www.franklincenter.org.
2 An Antique Fair and Auction is set to take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on September 13 at the Hookstown Fair Grounds, Route 168, Hookstown. Vendors and individuals can set up tables for sale and appraisals around “The Village.” Visitors are asked to bring in items for appraisal and may determine if they would like to auction that item at the 2 p.m. live auction. A barn dance will follow. Donations requested for participation. Call (724) 573-4569. 2 A classic car cruise will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. September 13 at St. Monica Church, Corner of Routes 51 and 168, South Beaver. The event includes dash plaques to the first 50 classic cars, 50/50, People’s Choice Award and a DJ. Proceeds benefit the less fortunate of the community. $2 donation. Call (724) 827-5006. 2 The third annual Barbeque Cook-Off and Blues Fest will be held from noon
to 9 p.m. September 13 at Hopewell Community Park, 2500 Laird Dr., Hopewell. There will be food, beer and fun for all. Competitors win cash prizes for chili, chicken and/or ribs. Public judging tickets $5. Bands on stage: BluSoul, Dan Bubien, 32.20, Billy the Kid, Jill West and Blues Attack. Free admission. Call (724) 462-6236 or visit www.hopewelltwp.com. 2 The second annual Glatz Wine Fest will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. September 13 at Fred Taddeo Municipal Park, Shelter #2, 224 Center Grange Rd., Center. There will be wine for tasting and purchase, live entertainment, food vendors, 50/50 raffle and great prizes. Participants must be age 21 or older. Admission is $15 and includes a gift. Tickets are available at Glatz Jewelers, Aliquippa or Farmer’s Markets in Beaver, Saturdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Ambridge, Thursdays 4 to 7 p.m. and Moon Twp., Wednesdays 3 to 6 p.m. Call (724) 375-7464.
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Entertainment and Events 2 The 16th annual New Brighton Car Cruise will take place from 1 to 8 p.m. September 13 on Third Avenue, New Brighton. Hundreds of antique and classic cars. DJs playing your favorite oldies throughout the day, delicious food, children’s activities and more. Free admission. Call (724) 846-1870. 2 A concert, Live from Nashville, will take place at 7:30 p.m. September 15 at Beaver Falls Middle School Auditorium, 1601 Eighth Ave., Beaver Falls. Matt Davenport production celebrates songs from Hank, Patsy and the latest from Nashville. Stellar stagecraft, country singers and dancers, backed by a bona fide band of Nashville sidemen. Cost is $20 adults; $5 students. Call (724) 843-2941 or visit www.bvcommunityconcert.org. 2 The 18th annual Big Knob Antique Tractor and Equipment Show will take place from 3 to 10 p.m. September 19,
from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. September 20, and from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. September 21 at the Big Knob Grange Fairgrounds, Grange Rd., New Sewickley Township. Antique farm tractors and equipment will be displayed, paraded and demonstrated. Tractor pulls and games will be held on the track. Show attendees can participate in cakewalks and farm-skill games. There will also be food, craft and flea market vendors. Call (724) 8461808 or visit www.bkatea.webs.com. 2 Come celebrate the Autumn Harvest at Old Economy Village Old Economy Village, 270 16th St., Ambridge, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. September 20 and from noon to 5 p.m. September 21. The Village will be full of 19th Century artisans demonstrating meat smoking, coopering, blacksmithing, broom making, wine making and beer brewing. Visitors are invited to churn butter, press apples and grapes, make rope, try bread from the bake oven, and enjoy
homemade grape pies from the grapes harvested from the historic buildings and garden. There will be music and children’s crafts and activities. For the adults, there will be an Oktoberfest during the daylong celebration with German food, beer, spiced cider and musical entertainment. Cost is $10 adults; $9 seniors; $6 children ages 3 to 11. Call (724) 266-4500 or visit www. oldeconomyvillage.org. 2 The Harmony Museum Antique Show and Sale will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. September 20 and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. September 21 at the Harmony Museum Barn Annex, 303 Mercer Rd., Harmony. There will be quality dealers offering a range of antiques, including furniture, primitives, jewelry, glassware, toys, pottery, artwork and country items. Cost is $3 per person; children ages under 12 are free. Call (724) 452-7341 or visit www. harmonymuseum.org.
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2 A Beer and Wine Festival is set to take place from 1 to 7 p.m. on September 20 at Park Gazebo, Beaver. There will be tastings, growlers and unopened bottled wine; live entertainment, wine and beer vendors and much more. Proceeds go toward Beaver’s Light-up Festival. Participants must be 21 and older. Cost is $20 per person. Call (724) 987-4944. 2 The fifth annual Savannah Jack Concert will be held at 7:30 p.m. September 20 at Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center, Mainstage Theater, One Lincoln Park, Midland. Chippewa native Don Gatlin returns from Nashville for a world-class performance. Unique sound infuses vocals, guitar, fiddle and occasional surprises to captivate the audience in a fast-paced performance with a mix of country, R&B, classic rock and his original works. Cost is $25 per person or $50 for the VIP reception from 6 to 7 p.m.; seat included. Call (724) 576-4644 or visit www.lppacenter.org. 2 A North Country Trail September Hike is set for 1 p.m. on September 21. Meet at the Bevington boat launch across the Beaver River from Wampum and enjoy a scenic hike to Snake Run Road, about four miles round trip, with a gradual ascent to an abandoned mine and panoramic views. Free. Call (724) 827-2350 or visit www.northcountrytrail.org/wam. 2 A traveling wall titled “The Wall That Heals” will be on display September 24 to 26 at Quay Park, Beaver. See a half-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, DC, along with a mobile museum. An opening ceremony will take place at 7 p.m. on September 24, with displays and vintage military vehicles. The Rochester VFW will host a POW/MIA ìRide to the Wallî to honor all POW/ MIA’s of all wars on Saturday, September 27. Riders are asked to meet and register at the Rochester VFW from noon to 2 p.m. Bikes will depart at 3 p.m., travel throughout Beaver County for approximately two hours and end at “The Wall.” Call (724) 843-6828 or visit www.vva862.org. 2 The 20th annual Tails on the Trails Petwalk will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on September 28 at Bradys Run Park, Shelter #7, Brighton Township. This walk raises funds for homeless animals by having walkers secure monetary pledges of support. It will be held rain or shine. Enjoy vendors, owner/pet contests, pet demonstrations, a Chinese auction and more. KDKA’s Dave Crawley will serve as emcee. Register online; or pledge sheets are available at the shelter. Call (724) 775-5801 or visit www.tailsonthetrails.org. BCSN
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Activities • Crafts / Bingo / Card Games • Family Picnics & Special Dinners • Resident Council Meetings • Resident Education • Day Trips & More!
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Secured Dementia Community With our recent expansion, Katera’s Kove now has the largest secured dementia unit in Beaver County for assisted living residents. We specialize in continuous staff training on dementia care and are a member of the Alzheimer’s Association. Our beautiful new addition with 29 secure beds will give your loved one a sense of calmness and the best quality of life possible while in our care.
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Katera’s Kove is family owned and operated is family owned operated by sisters,of byKatera’s Lynn Kove Katekovich, RN. and Many employees Lynn Katekovich, andLynn’s Betty Butera. Lynnwhich and Katera’s Kove areR.N. from family, promotes a special bond between Betty encourage family involvement for all their staff resia nd e s idreside e nt sat. Katera’s T h e y Kove. inc l Many u d e employees h e r c h iof ldentsrwho dren, brother, daughter-in-law and sisKatera’s Kove are from Lynn and Betty’s families ter-in-law. Her brother Jim Maccaglia, is which promotes a special bond between staff and resiAssistant Administrator and is personally dents. Because Kove is family and op-to involved with Katera’s each resident from owned admission erated, theBecause residentsKatera’s are treatedKove like Lynn and Betty’s discharge. is family owned andfamily. operated, are treated like at family. Lynnthe andresidents Betty’s parents also reside the Lynn encourages family under involvement for allcare. who Katera’s Kove community their daughters’ reside at Katera’s Kove.
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2 YMCA fall festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. September 20 at the YMCA, 2236 Third Ave., New Brighton. Bring the grand kids out to make fun crafts, decorate pumpkins, enjoy snacks and much more. Pre-registration is required; limited to 100 participants. Admission is free. Call (724) 891-8439 or visit www.beavercountyymca.org.
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o help recovering patients get back to normal as smoothly, safely and permanently as possible following rehabilitation, Providence Care Center, skilled nursing facility, has developed a three-phase rehab-to-home transition program called Homeward Bound. In the first phase of Homeward Bound, patients are evaluated to determine their readiness to resume life in their home community, either independently or with limited outside support. Next, before discharge, a Providence home assessment counselor inspects the patient’s home to determine its livability for that particular patient and to identify conditions, obstacles, hazards or other impediments to a successful return to home life. Finally, based on the findings of the assessment and recommended modifications that would improve the likelihood of a successful transition, Providence doctors, therapists, care givers and nursing staff collaborate to create an individualized transitional care plan which is reviewed with the patient before discharge and given to him or her for reference and review once he or she returns home. In addition to suggested modifications to the home, the plan offers recommendations for diagnostic, therapeutic, dietary, pharmaceutical and practical issues that the patient is likely to encounter when living independently again.
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“Providence Care Center’s goal is to provide the most effective services for our clients by developing innovative solutions for rehabilitation and long-term care,” said Providence Care Center director, Raymond DeMarco. “Our Homeward Bound program fulfills the requirements of the new health care regulations. At the same time, it motivates hospitals to provide the most effective procedures for their patients, which, in turn, helps produce the best longterm recovery rates for our rehabilitation clients. We want to make our patients’ lives less complicated. Homeward Bound gives them the tools they need to succeed at that. That’s what we are about.”
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By Angela Gentile, Planning Unit Program Monitor Beaver County Office on Aging For Beaver County Senior News
Our group of vegetable gardeners is a fierce group. Each of us knows it all, does it the best, etc., etc. etc. We argue. We bicker. We disagree about the layout of the garden each year. We gripe when there are changes with rules and procedures. We gripe that some of us work harder than others during our Tuesday work nights. The girls insist they are working while all the guys are leaning on their gardening hoes and talking. We tend the garden well under our Taste and Tour event and then end up letting the weeds take over. We gripe a lot about the weeds and wish our vegetable plants would be as hardy and disease and pest resistant as those annoying weeds. We disagree about whether you need to use fertilizer or if using compost is good enough for the plants. I forewarned them that I was going to write about them, and they said okay.
We are not totally grumpy with one another; there is another side. We do socialize. After most work nights, a group gets together at a local establishment in Bridgewater for what has been dubbed the “subcommittee meeting.” What is great about the particular establishment is that we are often hot and dirty from gardening, but other customers and employees do not really mind us being there. Sometimes we will have a corn roast at the garden on a work night and bring a covered dish to enjoy the bounty just minutes after harvesting. After tomatoes have ripened, we will have a tomato tasting among ourselves at one of the gardeners homes. We taste all the tomatoes and rate them for the best tasting. It is a good opportunity to try different tomatoes, which we may want to grow for ourselves the next year. Of course, we all bring a covered dish and enjoy a nice evening together. We share vegetables among one another. One gardener gave me some of his zucchini when the zucchini plants in my parents’ garden died. We will water one another’s gardens when we are away. Some gardeners will dog sit for other gardeners when they are away. We check on one another if someone is not well. Some gardeners have even vacationed together and several even kayaked together this summer.
Despite all of this, we actually produce a lot of vegetables in the demonstration garden. It is great that we can try some
We’ve become more than a group of know it all vegetable gardeners. We have become life-long friends. BCSN
Okay! Okay! I heard that you want to read another gardening article. I am a Master Gardener through Penn State Extension, and I am part of the group that tends the Vegetable Demonstration Garden in Brighton Township. Many of this group also has a senior garden at the same location.
News You Can Use * September is a good month for sales on appliances, bicycles, cars, lawn mowers, holiday airfare, wine and school supplies. * Labor Day is September 1. It originated from a desire by the Central Labor Union to create a day off for workers. Celebrated as a day of rest, it marks the symbolic end of summer. It became a federal holiday by Act of Congress in 1894. * Remember and Reflect: V-J Day, September 2; Patriot Day, September 11; POW/MIA Recognition Day, September 19; Gold Star Mother’s Day, September 28. * Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is September 24. * Do you still have your Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchers? Visit the local farmers’ markets to redeem your certificates for local fruits and vegetables through November 30. * If you have any extra yarn that you would like to donate to the Beaver County Office on Aging, we have a lady who will use it to make lap robes for the Surprises for Shut-ins program. You may drop it off at BCOA, 1020 Eighth Ave., Beaver Falls, weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. * The 2013 Property Tax/Rent Rebate program has been extended through December 31, 2014. The program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians ages 65 and older, widows and widowers ages 50 and older, and people with disabilities ages 18 and older. The income limit is $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 a year for renters. Half of Social Security income is counted. Applications are available online at www.revenue.state.pa.us. They also are available at state legislator’s offices and the Beaver County Office on Aging. The program is funded through Pennsylvania Lottery proceeds. BCSN
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Angela needs a zucchini for her soup. Shhh! Don’t tell master gardener Bob R.!
different tomatoes, tomatillos, Swiss chard, peppers, potatoes, corn, onions, beans and more. Each year, we grow dry beans for the Vicary Mansion’s Windows through History program for girls ages seven to 14. They have an Eastern Woodland Indian program in September where the girls learn to shell the beans and use them to make soup over a wood fire. We are happy to help with this program each year. We do take home some of the vegetables to try. I learned that I liked tomatillos, but I did not care for okra or deep red/black tomatoes. With the surplus harvest, we make several trips each year to the Women’s Center, and they are appreciative of the fresh vegetables for their residents to enjoy.
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Home Sweet Home housing options event at Senior Day Should I move to a smaller house or apartment? Should I renovate my current home to make it safe to stay? Should I organize and clear out some of my belongings? Should I move to a long-term care facility where there is someone to look after me? Should I stay or should I go? Older adults often need to evaluate their living situation and where to live comfortably and safely. It is not always easy to figure out how to accomplish this. Older adults and their caregivers can find some answers by attending the Home Sweet Home Housing Options event at Senior Day, Wednesday, September 10 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Sears corridor of the Beaver Valley Mall.
Also, the Beaver County Office on Aging will kick off its 28th annual Surprises for Shut-ins program. Information will be available on how you can donate to this program, which provides gifts and a friendly visit at holiday time to hundreds of isolated older adults living in their homes and apartments. Bring a new, practical gift or monetary contribution for Surprises for Shut-ins and be eligible for a chance to win a gift card.
You can talk to vendors about finding a smaller home, organizing and downsizing your belongings, finding someone to do home repairs and home security, locating apartments or long-term care facilities and selecting assistive devices for inside your home.
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Do you need help with Medicare? The Beaver County Office on Aging APPRISE program can help. What is APPRISE? It is a free health insurance counseling program designed to help all Pennsylvanians with Medicare. Counselors are specially trained staff and volunteers who can answer your questions about Medicare and provide you with objective, easy to understand information. How can APPRISE help you? If you are new to Medicare During Medicare’s annual open enrollment period from October 15 through December 7; this is the only time of the year when both Part D and Medicare Advantage Plan members can change their plans for the upcoming year. During Medicare’s annual disenrollment period, from January 1 through February 14, Medicare Advantage Plan members can drop their plan and are able to return to original Medicare and join a stand-along Part D Plan. To schedule an appointment, contact BCOA at (724) 847-2262 (local) or (888) 548-2262 (long-distance). BCSN
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Each participant will receive a small gift upon registration. Coffee, doughnuts and cookies will be served. The event is sponsored by the Beaver County Office on Aging, along with premier sponsors Medic Rescue, Concordia Visiting Nurses and Highmark. For more information, contact Pat at BCOA at (724) 847-2262 (local) or (888) 548-2262 (long-distance). BCSN
History Tidbits 2 The Patterson Heights Railway Co. started in 1895 with $6,000 in capital. The incline, as it was known by local residents, was built by John Reeves, an area resident. The 3/8mile car line transported residents between Patterson and Beaver Falls. The bottom terminal was at Bridge Street, and joined the current Seventh Avenue Extension in Beaver Falls. It proceeded northwest along the curb line of Bridge Street to the bottom of Ross Hill. It crossed Bridge Street and went between Ross Hill and Patterson Heights/Country Club Hill on its way to Patterson Heights. 2 The incline required a cable assist. The straightway portion was ¼-mile. The cabled portion consisted of one track the length of the hill or incline for the passenger car and an adjacent tract for the counterweight car, known as the dummy, which traveled just the upper half of the incline. The dummy car was weighted with scrap iron, weighing just less than the passenger car. About 10 to 12 passengers could ride at one time. The 10-minute trip cost six cents. In nearly 30 years, there were just seven incline operators. The final year of operation was 1927, as the automobile was becoming a more favored means of transportation. BCSN
Keen-Age News . . . For Beaver County’s Active Seniors Beaver County Office on Aging
Apps that help to improve memory
Herbed Zucchini Soup
If you are using Android, iPhones or iPads, there are apps available to help older adults improve memory. Here are four that you may want to check out.
As fall begins, it is great to make some soup. Several years ago, a headline flashed on the MSN website on what to do with all your zucchini. There were several recipes listed, including this one, which is quick and easy to make. Plus, it tastes good. I substituted yellow squash for the zucchini, and it works well.
Fit Brains Trainer (iPhone and iPad): The app has 360 games and unique training sessions to enhance memory, processing speed, concentration, problem solving and visual skills. There is a charge for the app, though you can try it for free. Brain Workout (Android): There are four brain training games which analyze memory, concentration, reaction and accuracy abilities. You can track your performance and compare scores with other players worldwide. Music Game (iPhone and iPad): The free app has six colored circles, each emitting its own tone. The app generates a sequence of tones that your have to memorizes and then hit the buttons in the correct sequence. As you progress, the sequences get longer and harder to keep track. BCSN
Join us for Healthy Steps
A program of the Beaver County Office on Aging to help older adults prevent falls. 9 a.m. Tuesday, September 16 Beaver County YMCA, 2236 Third Ave., New Brighton No charge to participants Call to register (724) 891-8439 Learn about practical advice on preventing falls and injuries • What to do if you fall • Movement and staying active • Making your home safer • Managing medications • How to talk with your doctor • Proper foot care and foot wear • Good nutrition September 2014 • Beaver County Senior News
Herbed Zucchini Soup 4 3 cups chicken broth 4 1 ½ pounds (3 medium) zucchini, cut in 1 inch pieces 4 1 Tbs. chopped fresh dill or tarragon or 1 tsp. dried 4 ¾ cup cheddar cheese 4 ¼ tsp. salt 4 ¼ tsp. pepper Place broth, zucchini and dill or tarragon in pan; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to a simmer; cook uncovered for 10 minutes until zucchini is tender. Puree in blender until smooth. Return to pan over medium-high heat. Mix in cheddar cheese and stir until incorporated. Season with salt and pepper. BCSN
Senior center menus
Call the following senior centers for menu information and reservations: Aliquippa: (724) 857-9989 Baden: (724) 869-4224: Beaver Falls: (724) 846-1959: Center at the Mall: (724) 728-1422: Midland (724) 869-4224.
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My Personal Memory Trainer (Android): The app provides training on spatial skills, memory and concentration. This occurs by doing puzzles and memorizing and recalling patterns and numbers.
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Keen-Age News . . . For Beaver County’s Active Seniors The Beaver County Office on Aging
Serving you: Your financial gift allows the Beaver County Office on Aging to offer in-home services to frail older adults in their home—because home is where they want to stay. Your donation in any amount increases our ability to help care for our older adults in need.
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• “Surprises for Shut-ins” • Information and Referral • Ombudsman Service • PDA Waiver Program • Domiciliary Care • Care Management • Benefits Counseling • Senior Day • Pre-admission Assessment • Family Caregiver Support Program • APPRISE Program • PrimeTime Health Program • Nursing Home Transition Beaver County Commissioners Tony Amadio, Chairman Joe Spanik Dennis Nichols Beverly K. Sullivan, Administrator Beaver County Office on Aging
Services provided through subcontractors: • Adult Day Care • Attendant Care • Chore Service • Home Companion • Home Delivered Meals • Homemaker • Home Safe Home
• Legal Services • Personal Care • Protective Services • Respite Care • Senior Centers • Transportation
For more information, call or visit our office at 1020 Eighth Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.
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Make your donation payable to: Beaver County Office on Aging Mail to: Beaver County Office on Aging Attn: Planning Department 1020 8th Ave. Beaver Falls, PA 15010 A donation was made by Gilda DeFerrari .
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Website: www.beavercountypa.gov/office-aging
Senior Day-Travel With Us The #1 Resource in Beaver County for personal, “on the spot” consultation and service for older adults all at one convenient location!
Proudly brought to you by ~ The Beaver County Office on Aging and Premier Sponsors: Medic Rescue ~ Concordia Visiting Nurses ~ HIGHMARK Next event will take place on September 10, 2014 from 10 a.m. to noon In the Sears corridor of the Beaver Valley Mall. Call Pat at (724) 847-2262 for information.
Baden Circle of Friends Circle of Friends, 371 Linmore Ave., Baden, will offer the following events: H Pinochle tournament at 9:30 a.m. September 10 and 24. H Patriot day at 5 p.m. September 11. Music with Eric Noltkamper at 5:30 p.m. H Super duper wacky challenging bingo from 5 to 7 p.m. September 16. Dinner is at 4:30 p.m.
Robert A. Banks Attorney at Law
Wills • Estate Planning • Senior Citizen Law Powers of Attorney • Living Wills Attorney Robert Banks has provided legal counsel to over 5,100 clients since his admission to the Bar in October 1978. During his 32 years of legal counseling Attorney Banks has obtained experience in many fields:
H Steeler kick-off party and dinner at 5 p.m. September 18 with music by Wally Merriman. Cost is $6 per person.
• elder law • estate planning • estate administration • family law
H Apple festival at 5 p.m. September 25. Cost is $6 per person. Call (724) 869-4224 or visit www.circleoffriendsbeaver.com for a complete schedule. BCSN
New Brighton Circle of Friends Circle of Friends New Brighton, Holy Family Parish, will offer the following events:
“My goal is to provide area residents with the best possible legal service at a fair and reasonable price.”
Need a speaker at no cost for your church or group? Give me a call!
H Tailgate party at 10 a.m. September 5. Cost is $5 per person. H Card party from 2 to 4 p.m. September 8. Cost is $6 per person and includes meal and table prizes.
650 Corporation Street, Suite 300, Buchanan Building, Beaver, PA 15009 www.rabanksesq.com
H Breakfast club at 8 a.m. September 15. H Trip to Das Dutch Haas Inn in Columbiana September 17. H Trivia games from 10 a.m. to noon September 22.
Office: (724) 775-1500 Fax: (724) 774-3560
There’s no place like…Beaver Meadows There’s no place like...
H Trip to Meadows September 24. Cost is $25 per person.
Call (724) 846-1959 or visit www.circleoffriendsbeaver.com for a complete schedule. BCSN
There’s no place like…Beaver Meadows
Center at the Mall Center at the Mall, Beaver Valley Mall, Monaca, will offer the following activities:
2 Pinochle club meets at 10 a.m. September 4 and 18. 2 Bunco players wanted for September 9 from 2 to 4 p.m. Cost is $5 per person. 4 payouts based on number of players. 2 Retirement taxation seminar presented by MCI Health at 10 a.m. September 11. 2 Safe drivers class from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. September 16. Cost is $16 per person. Register by September 19.
Beaver Meadows
The Premier Community in Beaver County
Prices Starting at $89/day
• A Premier Senior Care Community 495-1600County 5130 Tuscarawas Road in(724) Beaver www.beavermeadows.org
Beaver, PA 15009
Prices Starting at $92/day The Premier Community in •Beaver County
Prices Starting at $89/day
2 Card party luncheon from noon to 4 p.m. September 22. Costis $5 per person.
2 Day trip to Rivers Casino from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. September 29. Cost is $25 per person. Register by September 22.
(724) 495-1600 for all programs, events Visit www.centeratthemall.com and fitness center hours and class schedule. Call (724)728www.beavermeadows.org
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A Premier Senior Care Community
(724) 495-1600
5130 Tuscarawas Road www.beavermeadows.org Beaver, PA 15009 5130 Tuscarawas Road Beaver PA 15009
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2 Alzheimer’s support group meets at 10 a.m. September 4.
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Beaver Elder Care and
Rehabilitation Center
Attention all veterans and military men and women, past and present: Save this date! be recognized and thanked for your service. Yes, you will be treated to a delightful lunch.
A GUARDIAN ELDER CARE FACILITY 616 Golf Course Road Aliquippa, PA 15001 Phone: (724) 375-0345 Now offering Outpatient Therapy along with Short-Term Rehabilitation.
www.beavereldercare.com
Hoffman’s Drug Store Emanuel N. Panos Pharmacist
Free Delivery We deliver to: Aliquippa Ambridge Hopewell Center
INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES An Office of Sewickley Valley Medical Group 1155 Merchant St., Ambridge, PA 15003 100 Hazel Lane, Sewickley, PA 15143
Phone: (412) 749-6821
Accepting New Patients
• Utility bill payments accepted • PA Lottery tickets • Western Union
536 Franklin Ave., Aliquippa
(724) 375-4111
Wherever you need us . . . Since 1921
Richard G. Cassoff, M.D. Stephanie L. Perry, M.D. George B. Cheponis, M.D. Hans J. Fuchs, M.D. Sarah Miller, PA-C
Heart 2 Heart
Home Health and Home Care Agencies 659 3rd St. Upper Suite Beaver, PA 15009
“We keep you healthy and safe at home” • Personal Care • Skilled Nursing • Physical Therapy • Companionship • Sick/Respite Care • Grocery Shopping • Cooking/Laundry • Errand Service • And Much More!
Call for a free consultation.
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(724) 775-1118 Always hiring compassionate and caring RN’s, LPN’s and Caregivers.
Diabetic Medicare Recipients Are you being asked to change test strip brands? Kmart Pharmacy dispenses ALL MAJOR BRANDS of test strips. Keep your current brand and let us bill medicare for you! * Call (800) 866-0086 or visit your local Kmart Pharmacy for details.
By Valerie McElvy RSVP Director For Beaver County Senior News RSVP, Center at the Mall, PA CareerLink and VVA862 would like you to mark your calendars for a very special event. Salute the Parade of Veterans will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, November 13 at Center at the Mall, located at 284 Beaver Valley Mall in Monaca. Why are we telling you about this so early? Well, if you are a veteran, active or past military participant, or an immediate family member, this is an event that you will not want to miss. Yes, it is an opportunity for you to
But most importantly, you will have an opportunity to learn about services that have the potential to improve and enhance life for you and your loved ones. A variety of representatives from numerous organizations will be on hand with information on programs and services specifically for you. Attendees will also have a unique opportunity to visit with an American Red Cross Comfort Dog. Military memorabilia will be on display. There is no charge to veterans, active or past military men and women. Others who would like to join in the festivities will be asked to give a $5 donation. Seating will be limited, so please make your reservations early by calling (724) 378-7547, emailing me at vmcelvy@ franklincenter.org or stopping by the front desk at the Center at the Mall. BCSN
Free bus trip for WWII and KW Veterans Thursday, October 9th is the date for the next free bus trip for WWII and KW Veterans to visit their Memorials in Washington DC. This is a one day trip leaving early and returning between 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Departure points are Beaver, North Hills, Greentree and Monroeville. Box lunch and dinners are provided as well as snacks and drinks. There is a registered nurse on each bus as well as a number of volunteers. Wheelchairs provided if needed. For more information or to make a reservation call (724) 709-3614. All donations are gratefully accepted so the trip can be free to the veterans. Make checks payable to WWII Memorial Bus Trip and mail to ESB Bank, 701 Corporation St., Beaver, PA. 15009 Attn: Paula. We regret that seating is reserved for Veterans only so we cannot accommodate family, friends or spouses. BCSN
Are you or do you know a veteran? Do you know a veteran that could use a little more information about services that are available to past and present military and their families? RSVP is participating in a committee of organizations and concerned citizens interested in establishing periodic informational and recognition events that are geared specifically to veterans, military and military families. The first event will take place on November 14, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Center at the Mall inside the Beaver Valley Mall. More details will be available in the coming months but, to ensure that this event is beneficial to all, we need your help. If you are a veteran, have been or are in the military, or have a family member who has been involved in the military, please consider helping by filling out the form below.
Military, Veteran and Family Member Needs Survey About You:
ð Male
ð Female
Age:
ð 18-30
ð 31-50
ð 51+
Military / Veteran Status ð Active Duty ð Formerly Active Duty ð Reservist or Guard ð Family Member Do you have difficulty accessing military and/or Veteran benefits and services? If so, which? ð Disability Assistance ð Education / Training ð Physical Health ð Mortgage ð Mental Health ð Other: Please check any and all unmet needs that you are experiencing ð Food ð Health Care ð Child Care ð Clothing ð Family counseling ð Caregiver Assistance ð Housing ð Mental Health ð Legal Assistance ð Home Accessibility/Repair ð Addiction / Dependency ð Employment ð Financial Planning/Budgeting ð Education / Training ð Transportation ð Other: Would you like to help Vets, Military Personnel and Family Members in ð Yes ð No some way? ð ð
Care Giver Relief Other:
How shall we contact you?
Return completed survey to The Center at the Mall in the Sears Corridor, The Franklin Center at 524 Franklin Avenue, Aliquippa, PA 15001, or complete online www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZSJCH28. If you would like to be notified of upcoming events, please provide your contact information below. Name__________________________________________________________________________ E-mail Address________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number________________________________________________________________________
Please note that there are two places to drop your completed form: The Center at the Mall in the Sears Corridor of Beaver Valley Mall and The Franklin Center, 524 Franklin Ave., Aliquippa, PA 15001. If you would like to complete the form electronically, visit www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZSJCH28. If you have questions, or would like to help on this committee, call (724) 378-7547.
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How would you like to help?
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Conway Towers wins prestigious AEA awards Continued from page 1
Conway Towers won top honors in the following awards:
happy here, and we are keeping them more involved than ever,” Shileen says.
Multi-story Elderly Housing Curb Appeal
In addition to regular daily and weekly activities, the staff hosts special events that the residents really look forward to—such as an annual picnic, door decorating contests, a Mother’s day turkey dinner, and the upcoming Halloween and Christmas holiday parties. “Our 85 residents are actively involved in programs that help make the building better,” Shileen comments.
Multi-story Overall Community Appeal
Lois Sherrock enjoys one of the many books in the library.
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An exterior view of Conway Towers.
Multi-story Elderly Best of the Best Curb Appeal Best of the Best Banner
Sylvia McCartney’s outdoor patio garden is a colorful sight to behold.
Apartments allow seniors like Nora Benko, 94, to live independently.
Conway Towers is located at 904 Third Avenue in Conway. For more information, call Shileen at (724) 869-7148, email conwaytowers@comcast.net or visit Crossgatesinc.com.
Anita Montini maintains the flowers and vegetable gardens.
Eleanor Schomburg, Mary Brewer and June Alstadt exercise in the community room. Photos by Chuck LeClaire for Beaver County Senior News
Columbia Gas And Home Safe Home advise seniors to have home safety checks
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olumbia Gas of Pennsylvania, Inc. and Valley Care Association’s Home Safe Home program recently met to conduct a home safety check at a local Ambridge resident’s home using the newly published Home Safety Guide. A collaboration of the two organizations, the safety guide heightens homeowners’ awareness of potential risks and provides useful program and resource information to assist them in making their home a safer place to live. “It is important for homeowners to conduct home safety checks regularly,” says Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania vice president Mike Davidson. “Over time, as you become accustomed to your home, it may be hard to notice safety hazards that could result in a devastating incident. The safety guide serves as a reminder that even simple modifications in your home can improve safety.”
“The Home Safe Home program provides home safety related modifications, such as the installation of grab bars and stair railings, wheelchair ramp construction, and bathroom modifications,” explains Home Safe Home coordinator John Seitz.
ColumbiaGasPa.com and click on Contact Us. Submit the “contact us” form indicating the inquiry type as “Home Safety Guide.” The guide will be sent to the address indicated on the inquiry form. You can also request the Home Safety Guide by calling (888) 460-4332.
Columbia Gas actively supports organizations like Home Safe Home that are working every day to improve the quality of life for its customers and the communities it serves. The $15,000 grant contribution will help subsidize funding for safety related modifications that increase home accessibility and prevent hospitalization or premature placement in nursing facilities.
As one of the seven energy distribution companies of NiSource Inc., Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania’s donation to the Valley Care Association is from the NiSource Charitable Foundation providing support to local, regional and national organizations across its various operating companies. BCSN
For an electronic copy of the Home Safety Guide, visit www.ColumbiaGasPa.com and click on “Home Safety Guide” under Stay Safe. To request a free printed brochure, visit www.
Francis A. Farmer Apartments 274 Friendship Circle Brighton Township, Beaver, PA 15009
Valley Care offers programs and services that focus on the strengths of their clients, enriching their lives and keeping them in their homes while providing peace of mind, support and respite for their caregivers. To learn more, visit www.valleycareassociation.org.
BEAVER FALLS PLAZA 1008 Seventh Ave., Beaver Falls (724) 843-4822
Rent-Assisted Housing for Persons Ages 62 and Older 1 bedroom apartments w/ equipped kitchens, A/C, balconies, community room, laundry facilities, parking lots and Secure Intercom System. Newly renovated accessible apartments with roll in showers also available.
• 1 Person hh...$13,800 • 2 Persons hh...$15,800 Maximum income for eligibility is: 1 Person $36,500; 2 Persons $41,700 For an application or assistance call (724) 775-1220 or visit Housing Authority of the County of Beaver 300 State Avenue, Beaver, PA 15009 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
Pinney Street Apartments 420 Pinney Street, Rochester, PA 15074
PRV Manor Apartments 1626 Seventh Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010
Rent-Assisted Housing for Persons Ages 62 and Older Or Disabled or Handicapped There is an admission priority for very low income persons whose incomes are
• 1 Person hh...$13,800 • 2 Persons hh...$15,800 Maximum income for eligibility is: 1 Person $36,500; 2 Persons $41,700 For an application or assistance call (724) 770-5000 Pinney and PRV Associates PO Box 1567, Beaver Falls, PA 15010 Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Spacious One and Two Bedroom Apartments • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance • On-site Management and Maintenance • Carpet/Blinds on All Windows • Individually Controlled Heat & Air Conditioning • Generous Closet Space • Potential Rapid Occupancy • No Application Fee • All Utilities Included in Rent • Income Limits Apply • 1 Person hh...$13,800 • 2 Persons hh...$15,800 Maximum income for eligibility is: 1 Person $36,500; 2 Persons $41,700
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Drummer problems A musical director was having a lot of trouble with one drummer. He talked and talked with the drummer, but his performance simply didn’t improve. Finally, before the whole orchestra, he said, “When a musician just can’t handle his instrument and doesn’t improve when given help, they take away the instrument and give him two sticks and make him a drummer.” A stage whisper was heard from the percussion section: “And if he can’t handle even that, they take away one of his sticks and make him a conductor.” Must help the wife Smith goes to see his supervisor in the front office. “Boss,” he says, “we’re doing some heavy house-cleaning at home tomorrow, and my wife needs me to help with the attic and the garage, moving and hauling stuff.” “We’re short-handed, Smith” the boss replies. “I can’t give you the day off.” “Thanks, boss,” says Smith “I knew I could count on you!” Taken from www.ahajokes.com.
Broadway Musical Characters Circle the correct musical for each list of characters for a chance to win $30 cash.
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1. Tanya and Sam are two characters from which musical? A. Wicked; B. Mamma Mia!; C. Touch of Poet; D. Rent
5. Seaweed, Penny, and Tracy are all characters from which musical? A. Wicked; B. All Shook up; C. In my Life; D. Hairspray
2. Elphaba, Glinda, and the Wizard are all from which musical? A. In my Life; B. Rent; C. Wicked; D. The Phantom of the Opera
6. Kate, Rod, and Trekkie Monster are all puppets in which musical? A. Hairspray; B. Wicked; C. Avenue Q; D. Phantom of the Opera
3. Christine Daae, Raoul, and Meg Giry are all from which musical? A. Rent; B. In my Life; C. The Wizard of Oz; D. The Phantom of the Opera
7. Frankie, Tommy, Bob, and Nick are all from which musical? A. Wicked; B. Jersey Boys; C. Touch of Poet; D. The Color Purple
4. Cosette, Javert, and Eponine are all from which musical? A. Rent; B. 42nd Street; C. The Phantom of the Opera; D. Les Miserables
8. Velma Kelly, Roxie Hart, and Billy Flynn are some characters from which musical? A. Well; B. Wicked; C. Chicago; D. The Phantom of the Opera
To enter, mail your answers to Beaver County Senior News Contest, P.O. Box 11126, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. One entry per person. Correct entries will be eligible for our drawing. One winner will be drawn. Entries must be received by the 15th of this month. Answers will be published in the next edition of Beaver County Senior News.
Name________________________________________________ Address______________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ Phone____________________________Age________________
Congratulations to Janet Selley who won last month’s contest. The answers were: 1. Crocodile; 2. Gazelle; 3. Hippopotamus; 4. Penguins; 5. Giraffe; 6. Zebra; 7. Rhinoceros; 8. Gorilla; 9. Chimpanzee; 10. Elephant; 11. Ostrich; 12. Leopard; 13. Snake; 14. Cheetah; 15. Llama; 16. Bear; 17. Kangaroo; 18. Gorilla; 19. Reindeer; 20. Tiger; 21. Owl.
Crossword Puzzle answer on page 2
Steelers kickoff history trivia Submitted by Ronald Zembruski for Beaver County Senior News Can you identify them? The answers are on page 4. 1. When the Pittsburgh National Football League Club was founded in 1933, what was the original team nickname? 2. This halfback who led the league in rushing in 1938, was appointed Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court in 1962. 3. Until 2014 this Steeler was the only one to have his jersey number officially retired by the team. 4. After his 1968 rookie season he was drafted into the U.S. Army, was wounded in Vietnam, and overcame serious injuries to become a key player for four Super Bowl Champions.
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6. He was drafted in 1970 after the Steelers won a coin-flip tiebreaker with the Chicago Bears for the overall #1 pick. 7. He was the intended receiver during a broken pass play that resulted in the “Immaculate Reception” in a 1972 playoff game vs. the Oakland Raiders. 8. He scooped up the deflected pass and ran for the game-winning touchdown in the famous “Immaculate Reception” play. 9. During the 1975 playoffs this Steelers broadcaster created the popular “Terrible Towel” for which sales proceeds benefit the Allegheny Valley School for mentally and physically disabled persons. 10. His “Hey Kid, Catch!” Coca-Cola commercial in 1979 is considered to be the best TV commercial of all time. 11. After his retirement in 1984 this fierce linebacker became a deputy game warden in Armstrong County, PA. 12. Drafted by the Detroit Tigers Baseball Club in 1981 and by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1986, he is the only man to have played for Jim Leyland (in the minors) and Chuck Noll. 13. After leading the Steelers to a Super Bowl Championship in his native Detroit he declared “This is my last stop.” 14. A Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver, he was a candidate for Governor of PA in 2006. 15. He is the youngest head coach ever to lead his team to a Super Bowl victory.
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5. He was Coach Chuck Noll’s 1st draft pick, 4th overall, in 1969.
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