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IN Community is a publication dedicated to
representing, encouraging and promoting
the Chartiers Valley 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
Ceramic water filters provide inexpensive solution to a
global problem.
20 Making Pittsburgh Thrive
Thrival Innovation + Music Festival gears up for an amazing
fifth year.
23 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.
29 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.
37 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 Chartiers Valley
12 IN Good Taste: Stephen Grottenthaler, Owner
and Chef, Au Grottens Café & Catering
14 IN Events: Pillowcase Project Helps Little
Patients
16 IN Events: Bridgeville Celebrates Summer
40 IN Focus: Chartiers Valley at a Glance
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Industry Insights
13 Saving Money: Visionary Federal Credit Union
Business Spotlights
17 Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center (PVSEC)
32 Beinnhauer Funeral Homes
16
Dining Out
28 Burgh Bites - Brick ’n Mortar Kitchen and Catering
on the cover
Fun was had by all during Bridgeville’s Day on the
Avenue, the community’s annual street fair. See page
16 for story and photos. Photo by Primetime Shots.
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