, and later, Finns and Swedes, beginning in the 17th century. It’s now part of Harrison Township, a 19-square mile, steadily developing expanse of gentle hills crossed by major highways, including the New Jersey Turnpike.“The township has wanted to control the growth, bring in desirable commercial development, and maintain and enhance the charm of our historic main streets,” Manzo said. Harbaugh has a five-year, $6,000 annual lease with the township for the village site.
Harbaugh Village was born from a 2018 holiday decorating extravaganza that turned the Harbaugh family home in East Greenwich Township into an homage to 1988′s belovedDrive-by visitors dropped off so many toys that Harbaugh and his family decided to establish a year-round charity to provide toys to sick or needy children.is now headquartered in the village, which itself was launched for 12 days last Christmas and attracted thousands of toy-bearing visitors, he said.
Meanwhile, the village is a work-in-progress, with a barn raising and further expansion planned. An agro-tourism feature also is a possibility. “It will make Mullica Hill more of a destination spot,” she said. “It means there’s more to do in town. The more you have to offer, the more people who might not have traveled through here will come here.”