CONTENT
IN Community is a publication dedicated to
representing, encouraging and promoting
the Bethel Park area and its comprising
municipalities by focusing on the talents
and gifts of the people who live and work
here. Our goal is to provide readers with
the most informative and professional
regional publication in the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania.
fall 2017
26 A Bridge to Prosperity
BP graduate Abby Cowser travels to Rwanda for an
engineering adventure.
31 Fall-tastic!
The end of summer doesn’t mean the end of outdoor family
fun. Get spooked at a haunted barn, kick up some leaves
or take advantage of the wide variety of fall festivals and
activities in your community.
39 Special Section: The Changing Face of Education
The future looks bright for our students—and not just from the
glow of their smartphones. As educators work to incorporate
new methods for teaching, students are adapting to new
methods of learning.
48 BP Bethettes Celebrate 60 Years
Group founders look forward to anniversary while reminiscing
about the past.
53 Wag-Worthy Playgrounds
This fall, let your furry friends run free (or for a small fee) in the
many off-leash dog parks in and around your neighborhood.
departments
4 From the Publisher
8 IN the Loop: What’s News in Bethel Park
14 IN Good Taste: Stephen Grottenthaler, Owner
and Chef, Au Grottens Café & Catering
18 IN Person: Marine Veteran Haya Eason
22 IN Events: 11th Annual Morefest
60 Bethel Park School District News
72 IN Focus: Bethel Park at a Glance
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on the cover
Fun was had by all at the 11th Annual Morefest
presented by St. Thomas More Parish. See story
and photos on page 22. Photo by Primetime
Shots.
Industry Insights
13 Home Repair: A-1 Concrete Leveling
17 Life Celebrations: Jefferson Memorial
21 Your Finances: Ameriprise Financial-Jonathan Martin
25 Estate Planning: Betty Dillon Attorney at Law
29 Insurance: Bill Flinn Agency
37 Your Hearing: Swift Audiology
42 Parenting: The Goddard School
Business Spotlights
44 Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services
47 Cool Springs Associates
51 J&A South Park Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric
56 Torrente of Upper St. Clair
59 PVSEC
70 Complete Dental Care Bethel Park
Dining Out
38 The Porch at Siena
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