IN Sewickley Spring 2017 | Page 3

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IN Community is a publication dedicated to representing , encouraging and promoting the Sewickley 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 .

features spring 2017

19 Special Section : Home Improvement Get inspired with these amazing smart home , outdoor kitchen and bathroom makeover ideas .
30 West Hills Art League Celebrates 50th Anniversary The West Hills Art League has supported local artists for a half-century .
33 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 .
42 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 .

10 on the cover

Andrea Croft , pictured with former Steeler Brett Keisel , received the Leader in the Classroom award in December . Chevron Leaders in the Classroom is a community program that recognizes local teachers throughout the Steelers ’ season for demonstrating exemplary leadership and instructional skills . See story on page 10 . Photo courtesy Angela Conigliaro . departments

2 From the Publisher 6 IN the Loop : What ’ s News in Sewickley 8 IN Good Taste : Patrick Kaderka , Executive Chef , and Elizabeth Thompson , Chef de Cuisine , Bruneaux Restaurant
10 IN Person : Edgewood Elementary ’ s Andrea Croft
12 IN Events : Child Health Association ’ s ‘ The Family Addams ’ Play 14 IN Events : 2016 Jack and Jill
Presentation Ball 47 School District News 48 IN Focus : Sewickley at a Glance
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Industry Insights
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Obstetrics : Premier Women ’ s Health
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Parenting : The Goddard School
Business Spotlights
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Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky Attorneys at Law
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Peak Landscape Management
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Scott & Christie Eyecare Associates
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Schellhaas & Sons Funeral Home & Cremation Services , Inc .
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Three Rivers Dermatology
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