CONTENTS features
spring 2017
14 West Hills Symphonic Band Celebrates 50 Years Anniversary concert included pieces from the band’ s first performance in 1967.
17 Special Section: Home Improvement Get inspired with these amazing smart home, outdoor kitchen and bathroom makeover ideas.
24 West Hills Art League Celebrates 50th Anniversary The West Hills Art League has supported local artists for a half-century.
27 All Things Spring! Shed your winter coat and get started on this list of fun ways to enjoy the spring season— right in your own backyard.
30 Parks & Recreation Whether you love to bird-watch, picnic, bike or fish, there’ s a perfect park nearby to help put some spring back in your step.
14 departments
2 From the Publisher 6 IN the Loop: What’ s News in
West Allegheny 10 IN Good Taste: John Sivak, General
Manager, Buford’ s Kitchen 32 IN Focus: West Allegheny at a Glance
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On March 5, the West Hills Symphonic Band put on a special performance in the Montour High School auditorium to celebrate its 50th anniversary. See story on page 14. Photo courtesy Michael Holl of Holl Photography.
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