IN Community is a publication dedicated to representing, encouraging and promoting the Mt. Lebanon 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.

Mt. Lebanon’ s Dan Kamin has coached Hollywood stars, performed around the world and entertained generations of Pittsburghers. Now he’ s sharing the extraordinary story behind the tricks, the laughter and the life lessons right here at home. See story on page 12.

14 Eat, Drink and Be Airy! Summer is here and the patios are open! Check out these local spots with alfresco dining options and enjoy great food in the great outdoors.

18 Healing Through Music Mt. Lebanon band director Brett McCutcheon transforms personal grief into a global message of love and healing through his award-winning music and documentary.

22 Pickleball Fever Hits the South Hills How courts are becoming the hottest summer hangout in the south suburbs.

24 Summer Scoop! Festivals, food, music and more— here’ s what area communities have lined up for the season.

31 Special Section: Pittsburgh Suburbs are a National Hotspot Our region has been named among the top 10 housing markets for 2026.

4 From the CEO 10 IN the Loop: What’ s News in Mt. Lebanon 12 IN Person: Mt. Lebanon’ s Dan Kamin 40 IN the Burgh: Happy Trails

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