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Our favorite things about featured town, Lebanon
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Inside the kitchen with Camp Hill’s Market
SHOP IN STYLE
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Behind-the-scenes with Shea Optimum
Move over apple and pumpkin, there are some new pies coming to the table
Holiday celebrations may look different, but we’ve still got your festive fashion must-haves
MAKERS
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5 THINGS
Some of our favorite fall flavors from the Susquehanna Valley
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DISH IT UP
LIVE WELL
5 steps to empower yourself this holiday season
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WOMEN OF STRENGTH Meet eight inspirational women flexing their muscles to help others in the Susquehanna Valley
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Solise White and Evita Colon. Meet all of this year's Women of Strength on page 29. Photography by Amanda Kraft
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PRESIDENT/CEO Paul Prass VICE PRESIDENT/COO Lisa Prass ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Samantha Quisgard DIRECTOR OF CREATIVE SERVICES Erica Montes ADVERTISING EXECUTIVES Kristina Martin, Sue Otteinheimer, Jennifer Vrooman WEB & GRAPHIC DESIGNER Taylor Van Kooten MARKETING & EVENTS ASSISTANT Marianna Torres INTERN Julia Selwyn CONTRIBUTORS Rachel Curry, Erika Firestone, Ann Fulton, Karen Hendricks, Holly Mann PHOTOGRAPHERS Amanda Kraft PROOFREADER
women of strength Each November, we celebrate the amazing women of the Susquehanna Valley with our annual Women in Style edition. This year, we decided to take things one step further and asked our readers to nominate women in their lives who exude strength, transforming our Women of Style initiative to Women of Strength. We asked you to tell us about the exceptional women who kept our region moving during these times of uncertainty—the women who kept us fed, safe, motivated, informed, and inspired. 2020 has been a tough year to say the least, but the women highlighted in our Women of Strength feature have been nothing short of selfless. From working the frontlines as an EMS worker to advocating for social change to being the driving force of safety protocol for essential grocery workers, this year’s women are the definition of strength. Turn to page 29 for their full stories.
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Another annual favorite of the Susquehanna Style team is our November Celebrate Women event. Networking, pampering, shopping—our Celebrate Women event is meant to be a time for women to take some time for themselves. Time to feel welcomed, appreciated, and inspired. Though event restrictions will not allow for our large in-person event, it won’t stop us from hosting something special for all of the women in the Susquehanna Valley. This year, November is being transformed into our Women of Strength month—a month long content series on susquehannastyle.com designed to provide women with weekly advice, inspirational stories, entertainment, motivation, and more. Until we can meet again in person, we hope this issue helps each and every woman find their inner strength. Stay strong!
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CONTACT US: Editorial: Send your compliments, comments, story ideas, and suggestions to: Editor, Susquehanna Style, 202 Butler Avenue, Suite 102, Lancaster, PA 17601; or squisgard@susquehannastyle.com. Subscriptions and Backorders: For new subscriptions, changes of address, or questions about an existing subscription, call 800-896-1392, Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., EST. Annual subscriptions (12 issues/year) are $12. Postmaster please send returns to: Susquehanna Style, P.O. Box 2548, Orlando, FL 32802. Advertising: To request a media kit or to receive other information on advertising, call 717-581-6550, fax 1-717-581-6552, or visit www.SusquehannaStyle.com. Staff directory at www.SusquehannaStyle.com or call 717-581-6550.
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HOLIDAY STYLE TIPS FOR HOME Look fashionable and festive with these styling tips from Shantell Roberston of Get Your Chic On.
TIPS TO HELP YOU SLOW DOWN Enjoy the here and now this holiday season with pro-tips from Holly Mann.
AN INTERVIEW WITH KATE HUNTER Mara Celements sits down with Women Connect Co. collaborator and owner of KatieRose Connect, Kate Hunter.
‘TIS THE SHOPPING SEASON It’s the season of giving and these local makers markets are the perfect place to shop for unique and fun gifts.
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SHEA BUTTER SENSATION
Behind the scenes with Broad Street Market's busiest beauty hit, Shea Optimum. Read more on page 16.
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Day Trip Destination: Lebanon
At the far end of the Susquehanna Valley, you’ll find Lebanon, Pennsylvania—a charming downtown with the people to match it, restaurants with a range of flavors, and quaint shops abounding in locally-made goods.
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Get your holiday shopping in! From antique refurbished furniture to locally-made art, Carriage House Style is a one-stop-shop for all things homeware and gifts. Their carefully curated collection features local artists and vendors, creating a collaborative space for the talented makers in the Susquehanna Valley. When you bring home a piece from Carriage House Style, you can be sure you’re getting a unique and one of a kind item that will last a lifetime.
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WERTZ CANDIES
Almost 100 years ago, the Wertz family began making candy out of their brick and mortar shop in Lebanon. Two locations, a growing online business, and television specials later, Wertz Candies stands as a Susquehanna Valley staple. When you walk into their shops, the first thing you’ll notice is the abundance of treats and the sweet scent of fan-favorite, caramel corn. Bingewatching Amazon or Netflix? Check out their episode of Dirty Jobs with Mike Rowe for a hilarious behind-the-scenes look into Wertz Candies.
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WRINKLE AND BOON
In the heart of Downtown Lebanon, Wrinkle and Boon blends two things we all love: coffee and shopping! Their menu is filled with cozy drinks for all types of taste buds, and they are known for always trying new flavors. Sip on a latte or macchiato while you browse unique products from local artisans and makers.
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Enjoy an autumn morning hike at the Clarence Schock Memorial Park! Boasting more than 1,100 acres and 16 miles of trails, you’ll find a path that will surely be worth travelling. While on your hike, stop by the Governor Dick Observation Tower. When you reach the top, you’ll be greeted with stunning views of the Susquehanna Valley!
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STYLETIP To take this sweater dress & coat look from desk to dinner, replace your boots with strappy sandals, update your lip to a crimson red, and add some sparkle with a garnet or ruby earring! Don't be afraid of adding a pop of color either in your shoe choice or handbag! Elena Wang Black Studded Dress | $138 Katie Loxton Black Purse | $110
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on faith and shea butter A Little Goes a Long Way for Shea Optimum BY RACHEL CURRY PHOTOGRAPHY BY AMANDA KRAFT
Between Fisher's Deli and the Produce Patch Pickle Bar, locals dawdle in a small booth at Broad Street Market in Harrisburg. All-natural body butters, soaps, serums, and medicinal herbs line the shelves. One customer, blissfully unaware of the reporter just six feet behind her, rambles on about the shop's raw African black soap, her latest attempt in a long line of acne treatments, and the only one that worked. Even behind a mask, you can tell that Chanele House—creator of Shea Optimum and a local to York—is smiling. "My business is not about sales. My business is about building lasting relationships," Chanele says as she rounds down to the nearest dollar for a customer so they didn't have to scrounge up coins. Chanele's most popular creations are her whipped shea body butters, and she always keeps a full range of scents on tap. She sources her ingredients through a fair trade company in northern Ghana, one of the top nations in the world for the shea tree. And when someone from West Africa makes their way to her stand, Chanele says they can sniff out her product's authenticity in a second. While the base ingredient of shea butter remains the same, Chanele changes up the scents on a whim. She gives them names like Peace of Mind, Endurance, and Good Vibes, all because—as she says—"There's power in what we speak." "Every month, my customers never know what they're gonna get," says Chanele. As successful as her self care business is today—with her products in retail stores across the region and her place in Broad Street Market three times a week—it took Chanele a long time to get it off the ground. Just when she began building her ideas, she halted. "I stopped because of fear of the unknown, the fear of being a business owner, not knowing that's what God desired for me to do," Chanele says. "One thing I learned
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So what's different? What is it that keeps her going, keeps her from succumbing to that fear that once paralyzed her? "If it wasn't for my faith, I would've lost my mind a long time ago," says Chanele, adding that perseverance really does pay off. To Chanele, her body butters, herbs and, yes, even handcrafted yoni oils are more than just products to be sold. "There are a lot of people suffering with mental issues," Chanele says. "And they mask it. They internalize it. So I wanted to have a brand that spoke life." When the steady stream of familiar faces stops rolling through the market halls in the evening and they turn off the lights of that big brick building, there are some things Chanele always keeps in mind. "I want to be as creative as I can be, as loving, as transparent," she says. "I desire to be a light in a dark world."
in life is that fear will paralyze a person and, in turn, they become stuck. That's what happened to me." But when a prophetess at church told Chanele she has an entrepreneur inside of her, something changed. "Once I got that revelation, that's when the fear started to go down," she says. "Once what was inside of me came out, people gravitated towards it."
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Shea Optimum is a business rooted in inclusivity of all ethnicities and genders. Years ago, Chanele donned natural hair—the same hair that's now in locs—and sold hair products. But in the long run, she wanted a business that could serve everybody. She switched to shea butter, something Chanele knew everyone could love. And it worked. "My customers that I have today are the same customers that I had three years ago. And my customer base is still growing," says Chanele. Even in the early days, when her packaging consisted of basic plastic containers with simple stickers on the lid, her customers proved that it's what's on the inside that counts. "They all loved them and wanted to buy them, and they all gave me words of encouragement," Chanele says. When the COVID-19 pandemic left small business owners everywhere reeling, Chanele worried—but this time, she didn't let fear stop her. As Shea Optimum grows, Chanele continues to drive tractor trailer trucks full of mail for the United States Postal Service, something she once did for 13 hours a day while getting her business off the ground. Even today, she leaves the Broad Street Market at 5 p.m. just to start driving shipments by 5:45. "To this day, I still can't say I have established a balance where I'm comfortable or where I've mastered time management, because I haven't," says Chanele. "Anything can happen out on the road. Anything can happen when it comes to my products." All things considered, Shea Optimum continues to evolve. In addition to her shea butters, you'll find bulk herbs on her shelves at the market. For Chanele, these herbs are a natural alternative to pharmaceuticals. A budding herbalist, she doles out mugwort and more by the ounce—along with knowledge on how, and why, to use each herb. She now partners with Fox Haven Farm and Learning Center in Frederick County, MD to volunteer and provide CSA members with shea butter. NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2020 | SUSQUEHANNA STYLE
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5 Simple Steps to Empower Yourself This Holiday Season BY HOLLY MANN
With the holiday season approaching, many emotions may be on your mind. The holidays bring a hustle and bustle of activities, events, and gatherings. And whether the holidays are your favorite time of year or not, it’s understandable that they can feel overwhelming and draining. With a proactive approach to the season and a positive outlook, I hope to empower you to celebrate the holidays intentionally this year. Before the holidays come and go, it’s important to acknowledge your priorities and assess your internal dialogue surrounding the season. You can learn a lot by asking yourself these questions: 1. W hat are my personal/family priorities and traditions that I definitely want to experience? 2. What decisions do I typically regret after the holidays? I’m breaking down five common struggles that many women face during the holidays and offering realistic tips on how to approach each positively, intentionally, and in a way that will empower you.
1. I CONSUME TOO MUCH FOOD DURING THE HOLIDAYS. In reality, many traditions and gatherings revolve around food. If you’re in this boat, try enjoying your favorite foods and drinks as you celebrate, but not overindulging. It may sound simple, but the results are real. Leave treats as treats, not something you need to eat every day.
2. I OVERCOMMIT DURING THE HOLIDAYS. Start by writing down a list of your personal priorities and favorite family traditions. What do you really want to experience this season? Whatever your list includes, commit to prioritizing those activities in your calendar first. Learn to create space for the things you want to enjoy, and don’t be afraid to say no to things that don’t spark an interest for you.
3. I SPEND TOO MUCH MONEY DURING THE HOLIDAYS. We love a good gift-giver, but that doesn’t mean you have to break the bank and buy for everyone. The first step is to decide on a dollar amount that feels good to you. Most people skip this step. While it is fulfilling to give to others and let them know they’re thought of, gifts don’t have to be material items. Try giving the gift of your time to those who need it most. Handwritten letters with favorite memories and a photo album are a grandparents’ dream! If you know your way around the kitchen and love to cook, you could even share the gift of food. Get creative, but stick to your budget.
4. FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS ARE TOO STRESSFUL DURING THE HOLIDAYS. Family get-togethers and relationships can be incredibly complicated and hard to navigate during the holidays. If this is an area of heartache or stress for you, first, know that you are not alone. Intentionally remind yourself to see the good in people before the party starts! Choose to be present the best you can without feeling the need to react or respond to any frustrations you may be experiencing.
5. I DON’T WORKOUT ENOUGH DURING THE HOLIDAYS. If you can commit to moving your body every day, you are taking a step in the right direction. However, you may need to adjust the frequency or the duration of your weekly workouts during this busy time of year. Consistently find a way to engage your body by sticking to the basics, through a gym session, daily morning run, or quick workout at home. It’s better to do less than nothing at all. Prioritizing this habit will support you as you release added stress and regain clarity around what really matters this holiday season. Whatever struggles you face, don’t give up! You can do hard things. Life is not perfect, and your expectations shouldn’t be either. Stay positive, yet realistic, and remember that you have the power to make your own choices. When you choose to be intentional about where you spend your time, energy, and money this season, you will experience more joy in all that you do. Check out more life tips from Holly Mann at freshhabits.net!
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From Creme Brulee French Toast to the Meatloaf Sandwich, Market has transformed all of the favorites. Read more on page 22.
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A Neighborhood Cafe Worth Traveling For: Market BY ERIKA FIRESTONE PHOTOGRAPHY BY AMANDA KRAFT
Fresh coffee and flaky pastries create an almost Parisian aroma upon arrival at Market, mirroring the sleek yet timeless black and white facade of the building. Located right off Market Street in Camp Hill, it is the kind of place where customers are greeted by name, and newcomers are enthusiastically welcomed by friendly staff. A neighborhood staple for thirteen years under its former name, Sophia’s on Market, new owner Megan Seiferth has continued this legacy while rebranding with her own spin that has been well received by the local community. Market has positioned itself as a delicious and healthy option for breakfast, lunch, and catering services Tuesday through Friday, followed by Saturday brunch. Seiferth grew up in the kitchen surrounded by talented women. Her mother and aunt were culinary school graduates, resulting in elaborate home cooked dishes and a job working in her aunt’s bakery by the age of thirteen. Describing the formative role food played in her childhood, Seiferth recalls, “As a kid, my brother and I would watch Julia Child’s cooking show on the weekends instead of cartoons.” After holding various jobs in every aspect of the food and beverage industry, she decided it was time to follow in their footsteps and enrolled in culinary school for pastry arts.
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Joining Sophia’s On Market as the head pastry chef paved the way for Seiferth to learn Greek baking techniques such as the delicate art of Greek sweet bread. Serving in this role for more than twelve years, Seiferth had full reign over the bakery, positioning her to take over the business at the end of 2018 when owner Sophia Nelms wanted to shift her focus to her other location, Sophia’s at Walden. Seiferth combined her years of experience, mentoring from Nelms, and her own vision to rebrand just enough that loyal customers would still feel at home and able to procure their favorite breakfast staples while allowing her own creativity with the menu to take center stage. The result of the renovation is a clean and modern interior that still manages to exude a cozy and comfortable atmosphere; a balance that perfectly emulates the menu. Seiferth explains that the design is meant to be chic enough to feel clean and comfortable while remaining understated to showcase the food and service. Facing a pandemic in her first year of ownership was a challenge she never anticipated, but one that was met with community support. She explains, “When we shifted to curbside takeout for a time, our regulars kept us open with orders and made our presence on Market Street feel valued.” With a collaborative and innovative team, customers can expect daily specials for soups, salads, and sandwiches which are updated on their website each morning. Seiferth recommends first timers try out popular menu items such as the Avocado Toast with smashed avocado, roasted tomatoes, sea salt, red pepper flakes, and cracked black pepper. Selecting the option to add the poached egg on top takes it to the next level. The loyal customer go-to is the quiche of the day which can be paired with fresh fruit or roasted potatoes. For lunch, Seiferth recommends the Crispy Chicken on toasted brioche or one of their soups featuring their stock made from scratch daily. She shares that her personal favorite menu item is comfort food turned up a notch. The Market Grilled Cheese features sharp cheddar, provolone, goats cheese, and roasted tomato all melted between hearty slices of sourdough. Saturday brunch has quickly become their most popular meal of the week. It includes table service, mixers for those wanting to BYO, and a menu that accommodates both traditional breakfast eaters and adventurous foodies. From the Crème Brûlée French Toast with Grand Marnier battered brioche, fresh seasonal berries, and warm maple syrup to the more traditional stack of pancakes, it is a must for avid brunch goers and families alike. Seiferth and her team take pride in being a neighborhood cafe. “I love Market Street and how much it continues to grow. More competition keeps coming in, and I welcome it as both a challenge and a positive for our community,” she explains. Whether you’re local to Camp Hill or farther away, it is well worth venturing out of your own neighborhood to dine at Market. Be sure to grab a few fresh baked pastries to take back home.
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5 Places to Deliciously and Festively Celebrate Fall BY JULIA SELWYN
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Fall is here, tapping at your window with dipping temperatures and colorful leaves. But there are other autumnal highlights that only make their seasonal debuts across restaurant tables. Here’s our guide to both the sweet and the savory foods of the season.
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Chips and dip are often a game-day staple, but at Harvest, it is an opportunity to represent fall. The Warm Butternut Squash Dip made with asiago cheese, caramelized onions, and sage, topped with crispy kale, pumpkin seeds and pumpernickel crostini, is the perfect starter for great conversations and yes, even a game or two. If you do not want to stop there, you can let this appetizer prepare your palate for their fall twist on a traditional Italian cuisine, Pumpkin Ravioli.
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A hand without coffee during fall is like listening to music without sound. Confusing. Speckled Hen wants to provide you with caffeinated clarity by offering fall favorites like the Pumpkin Pie Latte, Brown Sugar Latte, and introducing the new Chocolate Hazelnut Latte. These drinks, along with fall-inspired sandwiches and desserts, will have your tastebuds echoing whatever music playlist you choose to backdrop this season.
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What better way to welcome in fall then with a warm bowl of soup to accompany all that this season has to offer? At Spoons, you can be sitting by one of their indoor fireplaces in no time, enjoying their special Butternut Curry Soup. And if you are not a soup lover, try the Turkey Sandwich on homemade stuffing bread with cranberry mayo that will have you craving those Thanksgiving flavors all season long.
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Beloved fall flavors tend to be nostalgic, warm, and of course, sweet. Raising the Bar is offering an entire fall menu dedicated to reminding you how sweet this season truly is. The bakery will be serving Honey Goat Cheese and Walnut Pear Dumplings, Cranberry Almond Boules, Pecan Tarts, Pumpkin on Cookie Crust, and so much more. You can almost find your way to the Broad Street Market location in Harrisburg just by following the smell emanating from their ovens.
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While many associate the fall with casual coziness, Revival Social Club meets the season with a kind of delicious sophistication that is to be admired. The Fall Burrata with caramelized pear, sage, walnuts, balsamic, and arugula marries everyone’s healthy intentions with taste and presentation. Pair it with one of their many wines or cocktails and you may just end up wanting to make future reservations and move the family holiday table from grandma’s house to downtown York. NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2020 | SUSQUEHANNA STYLE
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Holiday Pie Change-Up RECIPES & PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANN FULTON
Move over apple and pumpkin, there are some new kids at the table.
Hot Fudge Peanut Butter Ice Cream Pie Yield: 8 servings 1 9-inch graham cracker crust (storebought or homemade) 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1/4 cup honey 1-1/2 quarts vanilla ice cream, softened 1/2 cup salted cashews, chopped 1/2 cup chocolate fudge sauce (homemade or your favorite purchased brand) Optional Garnishes whipped cream, additional cashews, and/ or chocolate sauce 1. C ombine the peanut butter and honey in a small bowl. 2. P lace the softened ice cream in a large mixing bowl, and then stir in the peanut butter-honey mixture. 3. Spoon half of the ice cream into the pie crust. 4. Sprinkle with half of the cashews, and drizzle with two-thirds of the chocolate sauce. (If the ice cream is melting too fast, put everything in the freezer to firm up a bit.) poon the remaining ice cream mixture 5. S into the pie crust, and then top with the remaining cashews and chocolate. 6. Freeze several hours or until firm. 7. G arnish with whipped cream, additional cashews, and/or chocolate sauce, if desired.
Ann Fulton is a recipe developer and food blogger at FountainAvenueKitchen.com. Her online kitchen is full of simple, seasonal recipes that are easy to customize and add a little fun to mealtime. Find more inspiration by following her on Instagram or Facebook @fountainavenuekitchen.
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Crustless Cranberry Pie Yield: 8 servings 1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour (can use favorite GF blend if needed) 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries* 1/2 cup (1 ounce) chopped walnuts or pecans 1/2 cup butter, melted 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon almond extract 1 lightly rounded tablespoon coarse sugar Optional for serving: whipped cream, vanilla ice cream
1. P reheat the oven to 350 degrees F, and grease a 9-inch pie plate. (Alternatively, an 8-inch square baking pan may be used.) 2. Combine the flour, granulated sugar and salt in a mixing bowl. Stir in the cranberries and the nuts, and toss to coat. 3. S tir in the melted butter, beaten eggs, and almond extract. (If you are using frozen cranberries, the mixture will be very thick.) 4. Spread the batter into the prepared pan, and sprinkle the coarse sugar evenly over the surface. 5. B ake for 35 minutes, give or take a few minutes depending on oven, or until the center is cooked through. Pie may be served warm or at room temperature with optional whipped cream or ice cream.
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FLEXINGTHEIRCOMMUNITYMUSCLES This year, strength takes precedence in our lives. Here at Susquehanna Style, we normally recognize Women of Style, but as we all know 2020 has been anything but normal. Extraordinarily challenging times call for strength of character, and these women are flexing mighty muscles to help others throughout the Susquehanna Valley.
Meet our 2020 Women of Strength.
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STRENGTHINSIMPLICITYANDSERVICE “I’m a pretty simple person—I try not to be too complicated,” says Betty Hungerford. But, as she dispenses wisdom gleaned from a life well-lived, the more you talk to her, the more you realize that what Hungerford calls “simple” might actually be her straightforward personality—and strength. A resident of Susquehanna Township (Harrisburg), Hungerford is proud to tell you she was born in Kentucky, in a tenant house where her parents lived on her grandfather’s farm. She calls her aunt Evelyn a “role model.” A professional woman who was involved in community work, her aunt “nurtured” her when Hungerford’s mother, in and out of mental institutions, could not. Her father’s job brought the family to Lebanon County, where Hungerford attended high school and Lebanon Valley College. She was one of two females who majored in economics and business administration at the time. “I had a father who always encouraged me and told me I could do anything and be anything I wanted to be,” Hungerford recalls. Because she was an only child, she wanted a big family of her own. So, she got married right out of college and was blessed with three sons and a daughter. “I always felt, in parenting, if I could teach my children to be kind, I would be a successful mother,” Hungerford says.
While raising her children, she devoted 15 years of volunteer service to the March of Dimes. “At the age of 40, I was starting a new career, getting a divorce, and changing my life, when I realized I had experience as a volunteer that might qualify me to use those skills professionally—that’s how I became involved in public relations and fundraising,” Hungerford says. Today, at the age of 88, she’s Director of Financial Development at Homeland Center—a full-time position she’s held for 20 years this December. So what is her secret to longevity? “I have no secrets,” Hungerford says. But she’s guided by a quote displayed behind her computer that reads, “Life is not measured by the breaths we take, but by the number of moments that take our breath away.” “I’ve had a lot of those,” Hungerford says. Community service continues to be an integral part of her life—she’s been a member of the Rotary Club of Harrisburg for more than 12 years, including her leadership as past president. And her work is a source of great pride. “I love Homeland Center… it’s the finest senior care facility in the country,” Hungerford says. “It’s a place of caring and beauty, and the residents become like family. Every morning, I’ve always awakened with excitement about what I’m doing.”
HOWDOYOUDEFINESTRENGTH?
“I don’t know that I can answer that directly,” says Hungerford, “But I’m a firm believer in that I am given the strength to deal with the challenges that face me. There’s a saying, ‘God doesn’t give you anything that he doesn’t give you the strength to bear.’” 30
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VASQUEZ LANCASTERSTRONG When COVID-19 hit, Nicole Vasquez purchased several skids of bottled water and toilet paper. “We handed it out to the disabled and elderly first, then we opened it up to economically-disadvantaged families who really needed it,” Vasquez says. As a business owner, she had access to placing those orders, but they were a far cry from her typical, more fashionable products. Nine years ago, with a passion for fashion, she opened her first boutique, That Shuu Girl, rebranded three years ago into Nicole Taylor Boutique. “I love helping people feel beautiful and confident, not only in the store, but by giving back to the community,” Vasquez says. “My
number one goal for the store is to give back, so I do prom dress swaps for economically-disadvantaged high school girls and clothing drives for the homeless.” A year ago, she opened Blazin’ J’s, “home of the hot chicken sandwich” with husband Jabron Taylor. Amid the pandemic, and still happening today, the couple developed a program that supplies food to the hungry. Customers can pre-order meals that are given to Lancaster’s homeless. Vasquez says it’s an amazing feeling to give back to her hometown. “My parents always taught us to give back and put others first—it’s something I was brought up with,” says Vasquez. “Where I came from, I did not grow up with a silver spoon—
that’s why I want to give back.” Her future plans include growing Nicole Taylor Boutique’s website and opening more Blazin’ J’s. All the while, she wants to continue giving back. Learning how to overcome her own challenges has empowered her to help the community meet their own. “I’ve definitely faced challenges, especially being a woman business owner. As women, we sometimes underestimate ourselves,” says Vasquez. “I had to talk to myself a lot—‘You got this.’ I became strong.”
WHAT DOESIT MEAN TOBEAWOMANOF STRENGTH? “Wow, it’s gratifying— it’s doing things for the community because that’s what I love to do,” Taylor says. “It’s an honor—I don’t do things for glory.”
That’s why there’s a quote prominently displayed in her shop: “She believed she could, so she did.”
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STRENGTHINHERGENES Chances are, you have something in common with Andrea Karns. She calls the pandemic “the most stressful experience I’ve ever been through.”
Karns Quality Foods operates nine grocery stores in four counties, and she’s vice president of sales and marketing. “We’ve had the stress of sourcing our products—making sure we have flour, meat, and other products available. But more than that, for the first time ever, we were taxed with, ‘How do we keep our team members and customers safe during a worldwide pandemic?,’” says Karns. “That’s a phrase I never thought I’d say—it was a scary spot to be in.” She describes “nonstop” working conditions and a “proactive approach” since March. For example, they began using touchless thermometers to take employees’ temperatures and
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installed plexiglass before they were requirements. Karns was the first grocery chain in the area to offer “hero pay,” which recognized grocery store employees as frontline workers. And there were days when she drove a truck around to deliver disposable vinyl gloves, while her father drove to New Jersey to pick up masks. “The fact that we’re family-owned and operated is our differentiator,” says Karns, who’s one of five family members currently involved in the third-generation business launched by her grandfather. “There are individuals who shopped here since my grandfather founded the business as a butcher shop in 1959.” She calls her grandfather (who passed away in 2000) and father “the most incredibly hard-working team members I’ve known.” Having them as role models creates pressure and a responsibility to prove herself.
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One of the projects she’s proudest of is Karns’ $5 donation bag program. Twice a year, customers can make $5 donations to underwrite grocery bags filled with up to $8 worth of groceries that Karns provides to the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank. “Every time we hold this drive, I’m floored by the quantity of donations,” Karns says. At home, Karns spends family time with her husband, their 4-year old daughter, and two dogs. Her husband, an attorney, opened his practice about a year ago, so Karns says they both “work hard for ourselves.” They enjoy hiking and cooking together as a family. So what does a grocery executive cook at home? “I’m awful at cooking the same thing twice,” Karns says with a laugh. “I like constantly trying new recipes.”
WHAT DOESIT MEAN TOBEAWOMANOF STRENGTH? “To be honest, it’s a very humbling phrase,” said Karns. “I’m honored to represent any element of the grocery store industry. If you work hard, it’s an industry where you can go far. And I think my strength comes from a desire to make my grandfather and father proud.”
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FINDINGSTRENGTHINSTAYINGTRUE Evita Colon was dropping meals off to her grandmother when we spoke on the phone. Her roots are in Lancaster—southeast Lancaster to be precise. “I have a lot of passion for the southeast,” says the 29-year old. It was while attending Shippensburg University that she found her voice. A poet who used the spoken word “as an outlet,” she realized sharing her poetry could “empower others.” She founded Speak to My Soul, which uses the performing arts to “empower, educate, and elevate.” While producing “Speak to My Soul: A Montage of Voices,” she was introduced to Solise White (whose stage name is Solise Kharisma), brought on as the show’s choreographer. “During my early years I was in and out of shelters, so I used dance to express myself—to express trauma or anything I was going through,” explains White, a native of the Bronx who moved to Pennsylvania as a teen. While working together, the pair discovered they had much in common, including the arts. Now a married couple, Colon and White are laying the groundwork for a new venture, A Concrete Rose Book Bar. Their vision is to blend a bookstore, urban winery, and live
entertainment venue under one roof. “We will be using literature, wine, and culture to immerse our visitors, cultivate creativity, and build a sense of community,” says Colon, who notes authors from the African diaspora will be featured. They’ve been busy taking winemaking classes at Lancaster Homebrew, finding a location for A Concrete Rose (910 S Duke Street) and planning a summer 2021 opening. In the meantime, Colon continues her full-time work training “creatives of color” through Speak to My Soul, while White works with area youth through Keystone First Community HealthChoices’ programs. “We want to give others hope, because we come from places where there isn’t a lot of hope,” Colon says. “We stand as representation for all the communities we’re a part of—being Black, women, and LGBTQ. Each of those communities is usually at a disadvantage, so we want to show people [opening a business] is possible.” “My eyes are watering, thinking about it [the grand opening],” White says. “It’s powerful and beautiful, especially knowing where we came from and what we were up against; staying true to what we wanted to do.”
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“Strength is when you overcome fear… pushing through it,” says
White. Repeating that cycle of overcoming fear, moving on, and conquering the next fear, is what creates growth, she says.
“For me, it’s about resiliency—knowing when to take a break. Strength is knowing when to cry, but also when to stand up and feel empowered—being able to take all the things you’ve been through, to empower others,” Colon says.
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STRENGTHON THEFRONTLINE From a young age, Sage Forren knew she wanted to help people. During her senior year at Solanco, she studied nursing at Lancaster County Career & Technical Training. But working in a hospital environment wasn’t for her. Then she spent six months volunteering with Justice Project in Germany, a safe house for girls rescued from sex trafficking. “That’s when I decided on Emergency Medical Services (EMS) because I saw the difference first responders made in these girls’ lives,” Forren says. “I just love people, and there’s something about being able to care for someone on what may be the worst day of their life.” Today, at the age of 21, Forren is an EMT for Susquehanna Valley EMS, Lancaster, who responds to calls of cardiac arrest, vehicle accidents, and other “intense” situations. She’d been on the job for about a year and a half when COVID-19 compounded things. “I had worked a 26-hr shift and I was still in my uniform pants, when I walked into a grocery store, and people were yelling at me saying I was why COVID was spreading. And I was like, ‘I just want groceries—I don’t even have lunch for tomorrow.’ I remember being so frustrated because the general public has no idea what EMS does,” Forren says. “People needed to know we took precautions from day one.” So she took to social media. Every day, she posted a summary from the frontline. Not only did people learn what EMS workers do, but it struck a chord with people who realized what it was like to be on the frontlines of the pandemic. “All of our coworkers, all the doctors and nurses, everyone on the front line today—they’re all amazing, and they all poured so much into our community,” Forren says. “But we’re all just doing our job.”
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FORREN WHAT DOESIT MEANTOBEAWOMANOFSTRENGTH? “I’m still trying to process that,” Forren says. “It’s about picking yourself up, to keep going. My personal strength comes from the Lord—Jesus Christ my Lord.”
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SIGNSOFSTRENGTH It was a sign. Gina Lauck of Harrisburg was looking for a way to honor the memory of her daughter Katie. Last April, at the age of 23, Katie committed suicide. One year later, April 2020 saw the onset of the pandemic. “It was a really scary time and people were saying, ‘What is life going to look like for us?,’” Lauck recalls. That’s when she knew, she needed to take the idea, in the back of her mind, and put it into action. She’d had a video call months ago with a woman in Portland, Oregon who founded the Don’t Give Up Movement—featuring positive messages on yard signs—in response to escalating suicide rates. Lauck reached back to her and placed an order for 40 yard signs. They had simple, encouraging messages like, “You are not alone” and “Don’t give up.” Lauck’s favorite one says, “You matter.”
She lined up more than 20 signs at her own house, located on a corner. And people started responding, leaving thank you notes, and asking where they could get their own signs.
Before she knew it, she’d placed more than 300 signs in six Central Pennsylvania counties thanks to $2,800 in donations.
“The messages apply to young, middle-aged, older people, all races, all genders—we all need The idea snowballed from there: Lauck ordered more and more signs, encouragement,” says Lauck, who juggles her roles as a mom to her people started offering donations 16-year old son, with her work and providing addresses. Lauck as a realtor, in addition to being offered contactless delivery, placing “heavily involved” in her church and the signs in yards, sometimes volunteer work. as anonymous surprise gifts to homeowners. Many people paid And there’s more on the horizon. $7 to cover the cost of their own In June, she founded Chronically sign, but offered $14 to pay another Strong, an organization dedicated person’s sign forward. to helping families through mental health issues. Her daughter Katie “It resonated with people and began having mental health issues became much more than signs,” when she was 13, and Lauck says few Lauck says. “I started hearing the resources exist to support families. most amazing stories from people— Chronically Strong was Katie’s others whose lives were touched by Instagram handle. suicide, people who had just bought a house but lost their jobs, a middle “So many of us don’t know how to school counselor who PayPal-ed talk about the untalkable,” Lauck money and said, ‘This is making says. “I made a commitment to my a difference—I told my students daughter—I was going to make her about this.’” life count for something.”
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“It comes from an incredible amount of faith—faith in God, faith in humanity and a greater good. Strength comes from the lessons in life that God gives us,” Lauck says, “and somehow our personality or soul responds to that.”
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MORGAN AONESTOPSHOPFORSTRENGTH “Hey Jude,” is what people often say when they walk into York’s popular gift shop, Collage. That’s because shop owner Whitney Morgan brings her rescued Old English Sheepdog, Jude, to work every day. “People come in to cuddle and hug him,” says Morgan. “Children come in and sit with him when they need a little love—he’s well-loved in the community.” The love of a dog is just one way Morgan spreads kindness from her shop into her hometown of York. A fourth-generation independent retailer, Morgan’s family owned Mailman’s—a York shop that became affiliated with Bon-Ton. Her family ties, art studies, and creative spirit all propelled her to open Collage 11 years ago. “I knew I’d be selling beautiful, unique items, but I never knew how much beauty and kindness I’d be able to see in my customers—the humanity I’d be able to witness through others, those coming in to talk to us and buy gifts for others,” Morgan says. It was pretty clear that “retail therapy” took on new meaning at Collage. “I wanted my business to be much more than a gift store—I wanted to use it as a platform to give back to community,” says Morgan.
She began gathering family, including her son, and friends to volunteer at ACCESS York, an emergency shelter. Then she started talking to customers and collecting donations of towels for ACCESS York, and pajamas and toiletries for Covenant House, a homeless shelter for teens. “I would hear about different organizations that needed things, people who were struggling—there was a need to help,” Morgan says. “And it started to feel like I was making a difference in the community.” So when the pandemic hit, she continued to use Collage for greater good. She didn’t have to look far. Collage is located near York Hospital, so she donated meals and gifts as a way to thank healthcare workers. This holiday season, she’s organizing pajama drives for both ACCESS York and Covenant House. “There are so many people who fly under the radar who do really great things,” says Morgan. “I do these things because I feel that it’s important for us to be kind to each other. There are so many people struggling—it’s necessary.”
WHAT DOESSTRENGTHMEANTOYOU?
“To me, it means being able to face adversity, being able to be a leader. I’ve seen the good and bad in life, but I choose to continue to do my best to make a better world,” Morgan says.
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customers, and community. Diana, a student of life-long learning, is a member of the PA Association of Notaries, Leadership Lancaster Core Class of 2016, Grace Point Church of Paradise, recipient of social media marketing certificate from Pennsylvania College of Art & Design, and many more to come. What brings Diana the most joy and fulfillment? ….Spending time with family and friends, reading, repurposing old items, and watching the Philadelphia Flyers win! She feels truly blessed by all the relationships she has built over the years.
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Mary Heltzel of Stifel’s Heltzel Kalloz Financial Advisory Group has served her community as a financial advisor for more than 25 years. She takes pride and joy in building relationships with her clients and helping them on their journey toward realizing their dreams. Mary believes in two principles: putting her clients’ interests first and providing outstanding personal service. She specializes in helping families plan for the treatment of loved ones who require special care, working with clients’ other professional advisors, and developing tax-advantaged strategies to help ensure their loved ones continue to lead a comfortable life. Mary was named to Forbes’ America’s Top Women Wealth Advisors list for 2020. This year’s Top Women Wealth Advisors list spotlights 1,000 top advisors across the country who were nominated by their firms – and then researched, interviewed, and assigned a ranking within their respective states.
Forbes’ America’s Top Women Wealth Advisors, April 21, 2020. Rankings are based on the opinions of SHOOK Research, LLC, and were selected from a pool of 32,000 nominations. Investment performance is not a criterion. Neither SHOOK Research nor Forbes receives compensation from the advisors or their firms in exchange for placement on a ranking. The ranking may not be representative of any one client’s experience and is not indicative of the financial advisor’s future performance. Forbes is a registered trademark of Forbes, Inc. All rights reserved. See www.heltzelkallozfinancial.com for more information on the criteria and methodology.
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AN UNPARALLELED FEMALE ATHLETE PROGRAM OSS Health offers Sports Medicine services to our local athletes in Central PA. To stay connected with our female athletes, Dr. Kelley, our Primary Care Sports Medicine physician recently launched the Female Athlete Program. As a former college athlete herself, she believes in the power of sport. As she transitioned from her role as team captain on the field into her role as an attending physician and mother, she remains physically active and continues to challenge herself daily. “Staying active is so important at any age, and there are different needs for athletes competing at different levels,” says Dr. Kelley. “Female athletes require special attention, as they are more susceptible to certain injuries and conditions,” she adds. Dr. Kelley takes a comprehensive team approach to preventing, diagnosing, treating and managing sports injuries, in addition to assessing exercise habits, hormonal balance, nutrition and psychological needs. For more information visit osshealth.com.
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Liz is actively overseeing The Markets’ parking lot expansion project, the installation of an eco-friendly solar-panel system, and the development of a flexible indoor/outdoor event center. Nearing completion, the Ballroom on Broadway and Edison Garden offers a variety of catering, entertainment, and auxiliary services in one convenient location.
In 2013, Liz and her family began converting their 112,000 square foot warehouse facility on Broadway into The Markets at Hanover—a year-round, indoor shopping destination featuring local, independent merchants and restaurateurs. Liz’s passion for wellness led her to become even more involved in the market this year. Expanding upon her produce outreach program, she opened Produce on Broadway and Broadway Grocer. She began delivering fresh produce, curated meal kits, gluten-free and gourmet groceries to area homes.
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York County native, Elizabeth Silbaugh Johnides is passionate about supporting small businesses, encouraging fellow entrepreneurs and female executives, and giving back to the community she lives in and loves. Switching gears from being a radio talk show co-host and having a career in the financial planning industry, Liz returned to full involvement in her family’s business.
Recipient of last year’s Community Leader Award from the Hanover Chamber of Commerce, Liz looks forward to continuing her commitment to using The Markets resources in support of community and charitable events.
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Wrapping up her latest project, Public House at The Markets, Liz is enthusiastic about the winter launch of their pub, adjacent to the Market eateries, featuring locally crafted beers.
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House of York is a lifelong dream of entrepreneurship come true for owner, Lindsey McBride. Lindsey, born and raised in York, spent much of her childhood rearranging furniture in Barbie’s dreamhouse. Later, she selected props and styled kitchens for national advertising shoots while working as a marketer for Campbell Soup Company. Together with her love of styling, sixteen years spent in cities like Miami and Philadelphia cultivated a love for the cozy, cool vibe that downtown shops bring. While recently working as a marketer at Hershey, Lindsey decided it was time to give up the peanut butter cups and pursue her passion. August 1 marked the opening of House of York-a shop offering unique home décor and decorating services to help transform your home into your dream house.
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PUT YOUR BEST FACE FORWARD Morgan Griffin is the owner of Face Forward Skin Care and a Registered Aesthetic Nurse and Medical Aesthetician. For more than 14 years, her passion has been helping others to achieve their skin goals and to put forward their most beautiful and confident face. A native of Lancaster county and a resident of York county, Morgan is excited to bring her practice back to Lancaster in 2020.
“Cosmetic aesthetics is an art, if you look like you have had something done, it wasn’t done right.” ~Morgan Griffin, Registered Aesthetic Nurse/ Owner, Face Forward Skin Care
When COVID-19 forced her to delay opening, Morgan and her staff shifted their focus and successfully launched their in-home concierge service in May. With the opening of the location on Columbia Avenue, Morgan and her staff began offering cosmetic services in a safe and healthy environment in October. From treating fine lines and wrinkles to successfully treating acne scarring and age spots, Face Forward’s number one goal is to provide their patients with the highest level of care while offering only the very best services available. Morgan brings a unique blend of an art school background, medical training, and knowledge of the body and body mechanics to Face Forward Skin Care. She views cosmetic aesthetics as an art and strongly believes that if you look like you have had a procedure done, it wasn’t done right. She looks forward to helping new patients look and feel their best by being a part of their skin care journey.
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As one of America’s most historic travel destinations, Gettysburg salutes all our women of strength: Artists, chefs, store owners, caregivers, visitors, educators, health care workers and brewmasters who help make our region so uniquely memorable. We’d love to see you here this season. Don’t forget to check our online safety updates and remember to bring your mask.
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Building on 10 years of excellence. Penn State Children’s Hospital is proud to be ranked as one of the nation’s best for 10 years in a row by U.S. News & World Report: • Pediatric cancer • Cardiology and heart surgery • Neonatal care • Nephrology • Pulmonology
Learn more at childrens.pennstatehealth.org/expansion.
This fall we’ll be opening three additional floors to better serve our region’s families.
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