CONTENT
IN Community is a publication dedicated to
representing, encouraging and promoting
the West Mifflin 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.
fall 2017
12 Making Pittsburgh Thrive
Thrival Innovation + Music Festival gears up for an
amazing fifth year.
17 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.
23 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 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.
departments
2 From the Publisher
6 IN the Loop: What’s News in West Mifflin
10 IN Good Taste: Stephen Grottenthaler,
Owner and Chef, Au Grottens Café &
Catering
32 IN Focus: West Mifflin at a Glance
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Industry Insights
15 Eye Care: Associates in Ophthalmology (AIO)
16 Dental Technology: Complete Dental Care
28 Senior Care: Southwestern HealthCare Center
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on the cover
Fall brings crisp autumn breezes, leaves crunching
underfoot, hot cider and a flurry of festivals. See page 17
for a list of events in your community.
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