IN Shaler Spring 2019 | Page 6

FROM THE PUBLISHER Welcome to the spring issue of IN Shaler. My family and colleagues can attest that I love chocolate, but one of my favorite sweet treats is a red velvet cupcake from Bartram House Bakery. Every city has its beloved local bakeries—and Pittsburgh is no exception. There are dozens of locally owned bakeries north, south, east and west of the city—including three authentic French patisseries. Most of us have a favorite—each unique and special—with pastry cases overflowing with a variety of wedding and birthday cakes, cookies, cupcakes, donuts, pies, pastries and breads. In celebration of the service our local bakers provide, don’t miss this issue’s feature, “Cookies, Pastries, Pies, Oh My!” Now that spring’s around the corner, it’s time to say goodbye to Old Man Winter. Don’t miss our spring events guide that brings lots of opportunities for family fun in your community. Happy Spring & Bon Appetit! Wayne Dollard 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 Aimee Nicolia Vinnie Sabatini Mike Silvert Michelle Trdinich RJ Vighetti Inside Sales Manager Dominic A. Bianco Publisher 4 CEO & Publisher Wayne Dollard ❘ icmags.com ADVERTISING COORDINATOR Debbie Mountain [email protected] 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 SUPPORT Susan Freuchtel ©2019 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.