Articles By: shannon

Exploring the Brandywine River Museum

Exploring the Brandywine River Museum

A unique place for American art celebrates 40 years. By Shannon Collins Often called the “Wyeth Museum” for its extensive collection of works by the internationally acclaimed Wyeth family—grandfather N.C., father Andrew and son Jamie—the Brandywine River Museum is housed in a renovated 1864 grist [...]

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A Box Full of Chocolate Beers

A Box Full of Chocolate Beers

By Pete Schuster Beers come in a variety of styles, colors and tastes and can be a friend to any palette. It just so happens that a many beers can be paired with something we all love—chocolate. Whether the beer is brewed with chocolate or [...]

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Celebrate Sweet and Savory Romance This Valentine’s Day

Celebrate Sweet and Savory Romance This Valentine’s Day

Our Favorite Chocolate Recipes With Chef Barry Sexton As a treat for one of the most romantic times of year, Chef Barry Sexton, owner of Opinionated Palate Catering, is sharing some of his beloved chocolate recipes with readers this month. Use the best quality chocolate [...]

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Jon Runyan Goes to Washington

Jon Runyan  Goes to Washington

By Dava Guerin   Since the time this story was written, former Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman, Jon Runyan, has tackled another challenge—running and winning New Jersey’s 3rd Congressional District seat. In what was a competitive race against his Democratic challenger, John Adler, Runyan’s no-nonsense, anti-incumbent stance [...]

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Living Trusts: A Solid Tool for Retirement Planning

Living Trusts: A Solid Tool for Retirement Planning

John Kazary, Esq., CTFA, Vice President and Senior Financial Advisor, Univest National Bank and Trust Co. While there are various ways to structure a retirement plan, many find financial success through living trusts. Living trusts are not just for elderly people or the idle rich. [...]

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Mountain Getaways

Mountain Getaways

Winter retreats that are guaranteed to jumpstart some deep thinking. By Beth D’Addono Mountain retreats have been elevating the human mind, body and spirit for centuries. Deep thinkers, from Buddha to Gandhi to Martin Luther King, have referenced mountains as the penultimate symbol of achievement, [...]

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The new Historic Philadelphia Center

The new Historic Philadelphia Center

History meets 3-D! By Shannon Collins The past has officially entered the future with Liberty 360 in the PECO Theater at the brand new Historic Philadelphia Center—an amazing 3-D show that is truly revolutionary. This past September, Historic Philadelphia, Inc. opened the Historic Philadelphia Center [...]

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Q&A With Dr. Robert Lantzy

Q&A With Dr. Robert Lantzy

Q: Are you too Busy for two Dental Visits? A: Dental care is evolving and so can your experience. Proper dental care is critical to preserve and, when necessary, restore your unique smile. New technologies help dentists diagnose problems earlier, allowing dentists to treat problems [...]

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Do You Remember How To Find A Job?

Do You Remember How To Find A Job?

?By Jack Smith Jack Smith is Managing Director of Intelligent Capital Network, a people and solutions company focused on the Marketing and Technology spheres. Jack has 20 years experience in the recruitment and staffing industry, spanning marketing, technology and scientific disciplines. As a business owner [...]

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Out & About

Our Top Picks of the Month 16th Annual Chocolate Lovers’ Fantasy Saturday, February 12 at 6 p.m. A Woman’s Place (AWP) will host the 16th annual Chocolate Lovers’ Fantasy. The event will be held at its traditional venue, the beautiful Tyler Hall on the campus [...]

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