IN Mars Area Fall 2016 | Page 3

features CONTENT IN Community is a publication dedicated to representing, encouraging and promoting the Mars 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 2016 16 Help for the Homeless Mission from Mars helps area homeless survive the streets. 19 Special Section: Technology in the Classroom Social media and technology are changing the way schools and colleges teach, how students learn and the way teachers and students communicate. 27 Your Guide to Fall Fun Here’s a list of some of the fabulous fall festivals and spooktacular events in your area. 35 Special Section: Home Design Trends With every new house trend comes inspiration for a makeover to enhance your home’s functionality. Here are some ideas to take your living space from so-so to so savvy. departments 2 6 8 10 12 14 45 46 48 From the Publisher IN the Loop: What’s News in Mars Area IN Good Taste: Michele Bonaventura, Owner & Chef, and Antoinette Bonaventura, Owner & Manager, Gran Canal Caffé IN Events: Mars Fourth of July Celebration IN Events: 2016 Excellence is Ageless Gala IN Events: Southern Butler Garden Club Tour Mars Library News School District News IN Focus: Mars Area at a Glance sponsored content 27 on the cover Industry Insights 9 Divorce and Family Law: Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky 20 Parenting: The Goddard School Business Spotlights 18 Stephanie Kerchner, RE/MAX Select 22 Penn Christian Academy 24 Little House Learning Center 38 Weaver Homes 40 84 Lumber Kitchen and Bath Design Studio As the weather begins to cool down, autumn fests will heat up. For a calendar of some of the fabulous family festivals in your area, see page 27. Mars Area | Fall 2016 | icmags.com 1