IN Mars Area Summer 2018 | Page 3

CONTENT summer 2018 on the cover 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. 16 Go Alfresco! Take advantage of the warm weather and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner outside! From patios to porch dining, here’s the lowdown on fresh-air feasting in your neighborhood. 23 Special Real Estate Section: On the Home Front Buying or selling a home this year? Here’s what you need to know. Plus, why a local realtor is key. 30 Hot Fun in the Summertime! Whether you want to enjoy the sunshine outside or cool off indoors, here’s a summer activity guide filled with festivals, street fairs, music and more! departments 10 Mars Area Sophomore Michael Carmody was one of nine basketball players on Team Ohio to win the Junior International Tourament in Lissone, Italy. See story on page 10. Photo by Primetime Shots. 2 6 8 10 14 37 38 40 From the Publisher IN the Loop: What’s News in Mars Area IN Good Taste: Robin Fernandez, Managing Partner and Co‑Owner; Ann Fernandez, Co‑Owner, Mambo Italia IN Person: Mars Area's Michael Carmody IN Events: 15th Annual Lutheran SeniorLife Excellence is Ageless Gala Mars Area Public Library Events and Programs School District News IN Focus: Mars Area at a Glance sponsored content Industry Insight 22 Finance: Marsico Wealth Management Business Spotlights 9 Little House Learning Center 13 Serene Hair Studio & Spa MARS AREA ❘ SUMMER 2018 1