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Declaration of Independence Township Newsletter – Fall 2025 – Volume 12: Issue 3
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Declaration of Independence Township Newsletter – Summer 2025 – Volume 12: Issue 2
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⚾🥎 PLAY BALL, AVELLA! 🥎⚾
🚨 Important Update from Avella Athletics:
They currently do NOT have enough players registered for a PONY Team (Ages 13–14 | Birthdays May 2011 – April 2013).
If they do not receive additional signups by February 28, they will be unable to offer a PONY team this season.![]()
⏳ Now is the time to register! Let’s make sure our 13–14-year-olds get their chance to take the field!![]()
The Avella Athletics are welcoming athletes ages 4 and up for a season full of teamwork, competition, and fun. All skill levels are encouraged to join!![]()
📅 2026 Season
⚾ Baseball & 🥎 Softball
👟 Ages 4+![]()
📝 Register here:
forms.gle/PZQJ1p8V5tF27dQU8![]()
Be sure to join the Avella Athletics Facebook Group for updates and information throughout the season.
www.facebook.com/groups/253761784785629![]()
Let’s rally together and get registrations in before Feb 28th — we can’t wait to see everyone on the field! 💙💛
🌱 Grow Your Own Food — From Seed to Supper! 🌱![]()
Join Penn State Master Gardeners of Washington County at the Avella Public Library for a FREE 6-week gardening course!![]()
🗓 Wednesdays, March 18 – April 22
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Avella Public Library![]()
Discover how to grow the food your family eats — even on a budget! This hands-on program will guide you every step of the way:![]()
🌼 Choose the right crops
🌱 Build healthy, nutrient-rich soil
💧 Care for your growing garden
🥕 Harvest and enjoy your bounty![]()
Whether you're brand new to gardening or looking to sharpen your skills, this program is packed with practical tips, valuable resources, and expert guidance.![]()
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to effectively turn seeds into supper — for FREE! 🌿![]()
Registration required: pennstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3O5yvvnLazszHaC?Q_CHL=qr
A message from ICCJSA:
The ICCJSA office is now located at:
34 Campbell Street, Avella, PA
Hours: Tues, Wed, Thurs: 9am-2pm
Phone number: 724-507-6464
Email: iccjsa@hky.com![]()
⭐There is no longer bill drop-off or collection at the Cross Creek Township building. In-person payments can be made at the new office location, during the hours listed only, and only until April 15th.![]()
⭐In-person bill-payment will be eliminated effective April 15, 2026, in effort to keep costs manageable while continuing to provide quality service to all customers. We understand in-person has been a preferred payment method for some. Please understand that this decision was not made to take away an option, but to help control costs. After April 15th, there will still be 3 convenient payment methods. Please choose what works best for you!![]()
🟢You can pay your sewage bill online at: secure.go2gov.net/pay/public/iccjsa/welcome.faces![]()
🟢Or mail payment to:
ICCJSA
PO Box 156
Avella, PA 15312![]()
🟢Or setup Automatic Bill Pay (call, email or stop in for a form!)![]()
Call the ICCJSA during their office hours if you have a question about your bill or service. Thank you!
Mark your Calendar to join the Avella Public Library for their upcoming Easter Craft Event on Wednesday, March 18 from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM! 🐣🌷![]()
This free community event will be led by librarian and decorating expert Sandy Pirillo, and it’s always a wonderful time. Enjoy great company, some social time with friends and neighbors, and create a beautiful craft to take home and decorate for the holiday season.![]()
There is no cost to attend — just bring your creativity and enjoy a fun time at the library!![]()
RSVP to the library to ensure they have enough supplies. Call 724-587-5688, stop in, or leave a message on their facebook page.
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