IN Plum Fall 2018 | Page 8

FROM THE PUBLISHER Welcome to the fall issue of IN Plum. Don’t miss our Fall Festival Guide to kick off the season! Celebrate autumn’s onset with delicious food and drink, apples, pumpkins, Halloween hayrides, bundles of cornstalks and more. Fall is also a special time of year when there’s no better place to be than outside in the sunshine and crisp air, exploring local farmers markets that showcase the bounty of late summer and fall. See our listing of local farmers markets that will keep your produce basket overflowing. As the kids head back to school and college, be sure to read our Education Special Section, “Technology in the Classroom—Changing the Future of Teaching and Learning.” Experts believe the human psychology of learning has seen little change over time, but external factors—including the digital revolution—have shaped the way in which we learn and teach. Technology has brought about exciting and innovative ways for personalized learning, yet one constant remains: the critical role of teachers. Human interactions are undoubtedly crucial both inside and outside of the classroom. The inspiration and support provided by teachers is what can make a student successful, even if that student is provided all other tools and opportunities needed to succeed. Wishing you a fabulous fall! Publisher SEND US YOUR PHOTOS! SEND US YOUR STORY IDEAS! We’d love to hear from you if you know someone in your community who is making a difference or has done something extraordinary. We’re also looking for interesting story ideas (little-known facts, history or other news) within your community. If you have suggestions, email us at [email protected]. 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS Leo Vighetti / [email protected] EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Julie Talerico / [email protected] REGIONAL EDITORS Mark Berton / [email protected] South, West & Erie Nicole Tafe / [email protected] North, East & Peters Township ART DIRECTOR Michael Miller / [email protected] SENIOR DESIGNERS Sharon Cobb Jan McEvoy PUBLISHER’S ASSISTANT Tina Dollard CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jennifer Brozak W.B. Fresa Trill Dreistadt Reese Randall CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER Primetime Shots ADVERTISING SALES Sophia Alfaras Jody Groggel Brian McKee Tamara Myers Aimee Nicolia Vinnie Sabatini Mike Silvert Michelle Trdinich RJ Vighetti INSIDE SALES MANAGER Dominic A. Bianco Wayne Dollard 6 CEO & PUBLISHER Wayne Dollard ❘ icmags.com We’re looking to publish your best neighborhood and community photos from your Instagram, iPhone or camera! Please email your photos to [email protected]. See the back page for details! TO ADVERTISE As the largest magazine publisher in Western Pennsylvania, IN Community Magazines are direct mailed to 2 million households and businesses in more than 250 communities. If you’d like to partner with us, please contact our office manager, Leo Vighetti, at [email protected]. ADVERTISING COORDINATOR Debbie Mountain [email protected] ADVERTISING SUPPORT Susan Freuchtel ©2018 by IN Community Magazines. All rights reserved. Reproduction or reuse of any part of this publication is prohibited without the written permission of the publisher. Direct all inquiries, letters to the editor and press releases to: IN Community Magazines 11 Mayview Road Canonsburg, PA 15317 724.942.0940; Fax: [phone] / icmags.com Please recycle this magazine when you are through enjoying it.