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

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Hampton resident Abby Moran waters flowers in her front yard . See our Spring Events Guide beginning on page 33 . Photo by Stephanie Moran . spring 2017

16 Library Revival Allegheny County Library Association ( ACLA ) libraries are at the epicenter of shifts in education and workforce development .
21 Special Section : Home Improvement Get inspired with these amazing smart home , outdoor kitchen and bathroom makeover ideas .
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 .

40 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 . departments

2 From the Publisher 6 IN the Loop : What ’ s News in Hampton 8 IN Good Taste : Patrick Kaderka , Executive Chef , and Elizabeth Thompson , Chef de Cuisine , Bruneaux Restaurant
10 IN Events : Snow Princess and Superhero Skate
12 IN Events : 18th Century Musical Celebration at the Depreciation Lands Museum 46 School District News 48 IN Focus : Hampton at a Glance
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Industry Insights
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Financial Planning : Hampton Wealth Management
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Child Development : Montessori Centre Academy
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Real Estate : Northwood Realty - Renee Georgi
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Funeral Services : Perman Funeral Home
Business Spotlights
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Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky
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Madia Homes
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Farmers Insurance - Anthony Passarelli
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Schellhaas & Sons Funeral Home & Cremation Services , Inc .
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