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summer 2018
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IN Community is a publication dedicated to
representing, encouraging and promoting
the Murrysville 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.
12 Tiny Dancers
Murrysville first graders James Berk and Madeline Zalewski
light up the dance floor as they partner in dances
of all styles.
15 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.
28 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!
34 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.
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From the Publisher
IN the Loop: What’s News in Murrysville
IN Good Taste: Christian Fyke, Founder,
Rivertowne Pour House
IN Events: Night at the Races with the
Murrysville-Export Rotary Club
School District News
Municipal News
IN Focus: Murrysville at a Glance
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The Franklin Regional Senior High School Panther
Marching Band was selected to represent
Pennsylvania (for the third time) in the 2019 Macy’s
Thanksgiving Day Parade. Pictured (l to r): Lydia
Kline, Assistant Director Lawrence Silvestri, Troy
Florian, Keethu Shriram, Director Kevin Pollock
and Marshall Mao. See story on page 43. Photo by
Primetime Shots.
Industry Insights
9 Eye Care: Associates in Ophthalmology (AIO)
33 Hospice Care: Grane Hospice Care
Business Spotlights
7 Tender Care Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
14 The Rainbow Connection Early Childhood Development Center
See Excela Health page 38
MURRYSVILLE ❘
SUMMER 2018
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