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summer 2018
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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
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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.
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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
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Industry Insight
22 Finance: Marsico Wealth Management
Business Spotlights
9 Little House Learning Center
13 Serene Hair Studio & Spa
MARS AREA
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SUMMER 2018
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