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IN Community is a publication dedicated to representing, encouraging and promoting the Hampton 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.
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Santa’ s Sparktacular, held on Dec. 4, filled the Hampton Community Center with holiday cheer as families enjoyed performances, vendors, refreshments, free photos with Santa and more. See story on page 8. Photo by Ralph LoVuolo.
10 Chill Out, Go Out From slopes to skating loops to snowy strolls, here’ s where to embrace the season and make the outdoors your playground.
12 Merry & Bright Here’ s a list of some of the most popular light displays in the area to get you and your family in the holiday spirit!
14 Mistletoe & Markets Holiday markets are the perfect place to find a little bit of magic( and a lot of presents).
21 Special Section: The Classroom of Tomorrow
27 Get Ready for the Big Chill A winter preparedness guide for your home and car.
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2 From the CEO 6 IN the Loop: What’ s News in Hampton 8 IN Events: Santa’ s Sparktacular 32 IN the Burgh: PBT’ s‘ The Nutcracker’
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Industry Insight 31 Funeral Home: Perman Funeral Home & Cremation Services
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