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fall 2017
10 Sweet Success!
Bella Christie & Lil’ Z’s Sweet Boutique’s second location
offers interactive dessert stations that can satisfy any type of
sweet craving.
13 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.
20 Making Pittsburgh Thrive
Thrival Innovation + Musical Festival gears up for an amazing
fifth year.
25 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.
33 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.
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From the Publisher
IN the Loop: What’s News in Monroeville
IN Good Taste: Ramazan Ak, Executive
Chef; Turgut Alikaya, Co-Owner,
Anatolia Fine Turkish Cuisine
IN Focus: Monroeville at a Glance
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Industry Insights
7 Insurance: Rupp Fiore Insurance Management Inc.
31 Eye Care: Associates in Ophthalmology (AIO)
Professional Profile
19 Family Legal Center
on the cover
Taking a stroll in Heritage Park are Vinnie Somma and
Shannon Bott with her dog, Fred, at Monroeville Dog
Park. For a list of dog parks in your community, see page
33. Photo by Primetime Shots.
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