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fall 2017
18 Chow Time
Izabella’s Gourmet Chow inspires young chefs to explore
flavors of the world.
21 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.
29 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.
35 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.
40 Making Pittsburgh Thrive
Thrival Innovation + Music Festival gears up for an amazing
fifth year.
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IN Community is a publication dedicated to
representing, encouraging and promoting
the Pine-Richland 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.
Pine Community Day took place on July 15 with a petting
zoo, bounce houses, Triple “A” Express Trackless Train rides,
and more! See story and photos on page 14.
Photo by Kathy Rudolph.
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From the Publisher
IN the Loop: What’s News in Pine-Richland
IN Good Taste: Clint Kuskie, Co-Owner and
Chef, Dive Bar & Grille
IN Person: Steven Smith, Eden Hall Elementary
School Principal
IN Events: Pine Community Day
School District News
Northern Tier Library Events and Programs
IN Focus: Pine-Richland at a Glance
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Industry Insights
7 Divorce and Family Law: Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky
11 Financial Focus: Edward Jones – Matt Dudkowski
17 Selling Your Home: Luz Campbell, Coldwell Banker
26 Child Care: The Goddard School
Business Spotlights
34 Weaver Homes – Village at Camp Trees
39 Elements Massage
43 CleanTown USA Car Wash & Detail Center
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